Emails 4-7-08

We had a comment made that Kade answers questions but it is confusing cause you don't know the questions. So we thought it would be good to try posting our email to him first...then his to us. We will try this and see how it works. Leave a comment if you like the emails from us, or just the ones from him.

FROM CURLEYS:
Well, we announced the pregnancy on April fools. All we did was put April 1st in the Subject then send a picture of a pregnant woman-a clipart. So far no one thought it was a joke, which is what we wanted, but most everyone we have talked to have said they were wondering, and if so when we would announce.
This last week has been not much, I can't even remember what all we have done. We went and saw the new addition, I sent a picture, I hope it came through. If not let me know and I will do it again. That was for family night. Then on Tuesday I had scouts, which was good. Jarrett finished his bear and will be getting that. Wednesday was pretty uneventful. Dad did spend most of the day at home and once mom was home Dad and I went and ran some errands. They were pretty easy, but of course took all afternoon. I don't remember anything. Thursday was just chillin most of the day. Then that night Mom and I went and played Volleyball. Friday I went grocery shopping then Cassie, Kenna, K, and Kirk came over with dinner and a movie. They also came over Sat night for Sundaes. I loved listening and watching conference. It was weird not have Pres Hinkley get up. I kept expecting him. But Pres Monson will be a great Prophet. All the talks were great.
Mom and I worked on cards during the sessions. We got a lot accomplished. It has been nice to have some time as a family.
So how was your week?? Did you watch conference at the church building? Were you able to get any investigators out? How are you and your companion getting along? How is the area? Are you making sure you get pics of the area and other fun stuff? Any other fun info?
Well not much else. Not sure if you heard, Kellie had her twins. She had them on the 2nd and Jonathan LeRoy was first then Beth Ann, but she did not want to come so they had to take her c-section. But all are doing well. I am sure dad will tell you more.
Tyson Craig Harper came home just over a week ago. He is still small, but is doing well. They won't be taking him out any time soon.
Taylor could go at any time. Her official date is the 16 of April. If she does not have him by the 23rd she will be induced.
Not sure if there is anything else. Take care and talk to you soon.
Shan
Kade:
Sounds like you are liking your area so far. That is good. Some times you don't know what to expect until you get into the area and it takes you a couple of weeks to decide if you like it or not. Hopefully you will. The nice thing is if you can meet enough people, there are usually at least a couple of people you will like.
That's cool that Brie writes you. It is nice to have a female opinion about things. The more people that write, the better.
So your dad got your mom a gift. He was in Denver and sent her a gift just because. I think she likes it. They have been doing good. They haven't fought in a long time.
Shanna's birthday is coming up. I am making birthday plans. I cannot tell you right now what I am doing because the enemy may intercept the message. I'll let you know later on what I did.
Dallin's latest thing is climbing on things. He will climb on the table when people are trying to eat dinner. He'll climb into his or Saedy's crib and get stuck because he doesn't know how to get out. He'll climb up on the kitchen counter and try and get treats for himself after mom and dad said "no." He's a rather clever fellow.
Saedy is going through a phase of hitting everyone. You pick her up, she'll hit you in the face. You put her down, she'll hit you in the leg. You give her something to eat she doesn't like, she'll hit your hand. She can be violent.
Speaking of violence, you'll never guess what happened. I came home from school on April Fools and saw cop cars by our house. I thought to myself they were raiding the drug house across the street. I got out of the car. Shanna and the kids were out front. Shanna pointed and I turned around. As I did so, I saw the cops slap the cuffs on Brother Robinson. They put him in the back of the police cruiser and got a statement from Sister Robinson. We don't know what he has been arrested for. Your mom thinks it is either physical abuse or sexual abuse. Your mom tried to call her after the cops left, with Mr. Robinson, but Sister Robinson didn't say what it was about. I'll probably find out when I go to my PEC meeting next week. C-r-a-z-y.
School is almost done with--for now. It will be nice to have more time with the family.
Well, you take care.
Ryan

FROM ELDER BRICKEY
Curley's-
I did get the picture of the Colt it is really cute. I cannot believe it Grandpa has another baby to work with. Than again he does such an awesome job with horses and animals, he is such a stud. It sounds like you are getting OLD Shan, forgetting stuff I think is a sign of alzheimers(spelling?). It does sound like the family is getting together more often though now. I sometimes wish that I was there to participate, but hey I will be there eventually I guess. Yeah I kept looking for President Hinckley, but President Monson is awesome and he is ready to be Prophet. My week has been interesting to say the least. We had a companionship get into a fight so my Comp and I went and difused the situation by going on exchanges with them for a while. They are fine now but I thought for sure that things were not going to be good. I guess it paid out to be raised by three girls, I mean women, that way I could really listen and give advise that seemed to help out. We watched conference in the Rocklin Stake Center. Saturday we left our apt at 8:15 am and did not get back till about 8:15 pm. We just stayed at the church in between sessions since it is like 20-30 miles just to get there one way. We had a few investigators watch it either at their homes or with a member. My comp and I are getting along really good. He is fun, and I get along with almost anyone as it is so it is good. The area is doing awesome. This last week we found 2 new investigators and the work seems to be going forward well. It is not fast, but it is going forward which is what matters. I am trying to get pictures of things, but there does not seem to be that much here. It is flat and just feels like Draper or something like that. Oh my gosh Taylor is due that soon, where the heck have I been??? So is it a boy or girl or do they not want to know? Man that is weird to think about, actually it is really scary and creepy. I decided right off the bat that no matter what the area was like I was going in with a positive attitude, and it seems to be working for me. It is really nice to have Brie writing me. Her letters are nice and she is awesome so that is good. I hope your plan works out against your "enemy" if not it is probably because she is crafty and knows the way of the force. ;-) Wow Dallin seems to be getting into everything, than again he almost was when I left so that can be expected in 6 months. It sounds like the word "NO" means nothing when it is directed to him, but probably means the world when coming from him. Saedy is violent, hmm that is kinda funny. I did not have anything to do with it is all I have to say. No just playing. I cannot believe that they are both getting so big, but than again it is only natural. OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS, Brother Robinson got arrested, that is definiatly interesting. Sadly though I am not suprised, he has always been a little off to me. Than again I decided I did not like him when he chewed me out a couple times over stupid things. Oh wells I guess, but interesting. Well I hope that things are going well for all of you. Give my love to the chillins. Love you tons.
-Elder Brickey


FROM THE MOMMY:
Kade,
So are you adjusting to the new companion and new area? We got more snow today - are you far enough south to get just rain? What is your place like? How big is your area? How is the ward(s)? Well I lost Oreo for awhile yesterday. She has been so
good to stay in the yard that I didn't check on her enough and she took off. We walked and drove the area but couldn't find her, after awhile one of the Hansen
girls came to the door with her. So we got a phone call from a lady with a package. Then she came and delivered it. I didn't talk to her, so who was it? That was soooo awesome for her to do. What's with the clothes, don't need them or what? Did you get an e-mail about Mom and Dad's new arrival? We will have to take some pictures and send them to you. Well be good and take care - the mommy
Kade,
I'm glad that things are going good for you in your new area and with your new companion. So far as the package you sent - two shirts, pjs, letters, journal and stuff from the MTC, shark and M&M guy and three puzzles I think that was about it. I would like to send a thank you, do you know their address or at least their first
names? The new arrival is a colt. Dad bought a new horse that wasn't pregnant - surprise! Shan took a picture and is going to send it to you. The poor thing is VERY knocked-kneed. I'm glad that you finally got the packages, how come you didn't get much of it? What I usually did was pay tithing on the net not the gross. Then I would pay on the return. If you paid on the gross then its already paid. So I can pay or not, let me know. Yes it is weird that Shadow is gone. I still catch myself
saying 'Shadow and Grizz'. Dallin still says 'Shadow, Grizz'. Well take care - the mommy
Kade,
Did you get to watch conference yesterday and today? If so where at? It was kind of weird not to see President Hinckley there. I enjoyed hearing from President Monson - he was very funny and also very spiritual. I also liked how he said that he would pray for us and would we please pray for him. Well that old phone I was using finally died. Shan and your dad took it to sprint and they said it wasn't worth fixing. So they picked out a new one - a fancy red one - hopefully I will be able to figure out how to use it. Aunt Burdene (dad's sister - the one that had polio) is bad. She is pretty well unresponsive, hospice has been coming in to help out.
Things are going pretty good here, a couple warm days then a couple cold - usual spring weather. My lawn is not looking good hopefully it will get better. How are things there? Are you still okay on stuff or do you need something?
Well take care - the mommy

FROM ELDER BRICKEY:
The Mommy-
I remember Edwin Stokes, I cannot remember his wifes name, but I do have their address so I could get that for you. I will send it to you next week. Oh wow a horse that was not pregnant and then a colt. That is exciting I guess. Hey two for the price of one, till you get to feeding it. I have no idea what knocked-kneed is, so could you fill me in on that? The reason I did not get much of the candy is that I was nice and shared with the five other Elders in the complex, and a couple REALLY like candy but at the same time that works cause I am gettin a little chubby. I think I just paid on the net so go ahead and pay tithing on the tax returns. I did get to watch ALL of conference. The part I did not like was it felt like I NEVER left the Rocklin Stake Center Saturday or Sunday. It was very strange to not see President Hinckley, but I do feel like President Monson will do an amazing job and I have always liked him. Oh you have a new phone, that is cool. I am sorry to hear that Aunt Burdene is getting worse, that has to be tough for everyone. Things here have been warm, not super hot yet which is nice. I am not that excited to get the HOT, especially when I am wearing dark slacks and a high neck shirt. Speaking of which I need a couple shirts, the short sleeve ones which are like 60% cotton and 40%poly. For the most part though things are going really well here. The work is picking up and things seem to be progressing along really nicely. I think that a couple shirts is all I need, unless there are some ties that I could get since they are the only thing that I can really change in my wardrobe. Well I hope that things are going well and that you can figure out the new phone. Well I hope I answered all your questions, love you.
Love,
Elder Brickey