Cannariato~Almond Adventures

Thanks Mom for those thoughts about President Hinckley. He was an amazing man. I know he was a prophet of God and he has helped me so much through my teenage years. On a side note, President Packer did not say that quote about the people in heaven. Someone shared that quote in one of my seminary classes and Brother Deeble explained that none of the general authorities had said that. No one will "bow down" to the people who lived in the time of Gordon B. Hinckley because 1) just because you lived during President Hinckley's time doesn't automatically make you a good person and 2) the only people anyone in heaven should be bowing to is Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Also, I know from personal experience that I am not one of the most righteous, most obedient, most talent, or most courageous people that has ever lived. It's not when you live that matters, it's how you live during your life and what you chose to do with your life that makes you great. There is n

Beloved Church President Gordon B. Hinckley, who led The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through 12 years of global expansion, has died at the age of 97. President Hinckley was the 15th president in the 177-year history of the Church and had served as its president since March 12, 1995. We will all miss President Hinckley so much, he's really the only prophet our children have known. But I am also so happy for him to be with his Father in Heaven whom he has served for so long, and he also is reunited with his sweetheart again. Like Helen Martin used to say, "Hasta la vista, baby. I'm outta here!" And we used to refer to "graduation" as a necessary part of our lives here on earth. Good bye, President Hinckley, we will all miss you very much.

Hello all, just wondering what happened to steph's missionary counter at the end of the blog page...i can't seem to see how long she's been out; can you? and, i love you all! love, nicole

We got this today in our Young Women's lesson. Okay, it was actually a joke, but maybe this is how wives should act? (JK!) I think its great, love, Liza

Becca had a great time performing in the all-state orchestra.

So...my roommates Kim and Kendra got long johns for Christmas too... And I was shopping at Wal-Mart and I bought a bracelet...with Troy from High School Musical on it!!!!!!! You thought I would grow up when I went to college...

Aren't these adorable orchestra babes?

Dear loved ones, just a note to let you know that we have some celebrating to do. Here are some upcoming very important holidays that should be recognized. January 26 - National Peanut Brittle Day January 27 - Thomas Crapper Day (Zeke is already on this one) January 28 - Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day and of course - National Elmo Slipper Appreciation Day We love you all so much!

Nate is home and we are so happy. We picked him up from the airport last Thursday night. He brought home a ton of yummy Korean treats, a book for Blake, socks for Ethan, and candlesticks for me. Also, Here are some pics of our home (Nicole asked for some). The guest room is just waiting for you all:) Becca, I love the white board you gave me! It matches perfectly.

Dear family, Becca's and my seminary teacher was only here for a semester as a temp, so he's leaving and we're having a new seminary teacher--Brother Gwilliams. I heard from Becca that she's heard he was hot. So here is tonight's dinner conversation: Me: Becca, I heard from Nenna that Bro Gwilliams is cute and funny, but not necesarily hot. Becca: darnit! Dad: (in sarcastic voice) well THAT's an important qualification for a seminary teacher! Me: Dad, was that your sarcastic voice? Because it certainly IS a very qualifying qualification for a seminary teacher Dad: well THAT's an important qualification for a seminary teacher! (does he think I didn't hear the first time?) Me: I have always found, Dad, that the spirit speaks much more strongly to me when its coming from a hot person Dad: well thank goodness Brother Epperson retired! Thought at least some of you might enjoy that! Love you all, Lizzy

i dont know what to post so here is a word of the day: insouciant meaning- free from concern. 4 days until all-state!

At 10:30 this morning in Rexburg, Idaho it was 9 degrees BELOW ZERO. Brrrrr!

We had such a wonderful December having our adorable boys here with us. We loved having mealtime be such fun! We miss you, Ethan and Blake! Love, Grandma & Grandpa

Here are some pictures documenting my first week in Rexburg! The beautiful Rexburg Temple, our Missionary Map (Steph's the only sister!), a Starburst work of art, and our special days calendar. Yay for having too much time on our hands!

Nicole emailed to say that she and Jake had an interview with a member of their stake presidency Wednesday evening. Jake has been called as 1st counselor in their student ward bishopric. WOW!!! We are sure proud of you guys. Love, Dad

AHHHHHHHHH FINALS WEEK! SEMESTER TWO OF CENTENNIAL!!!!!!!!!

Santa had to return Ethan's helicopter and just sent a new one today! Ethan loves it. Also, here's a pic of a new sofa we just got, the matching club chairs are coming next week! (Yes, Monica, there is a santa clause:)

The big day for Ethan - he entered Primary today and did great! 2 more months until bliss (ie Blake enters nursery.)

Happy New Year 2008 And Happy Birthday Dad!