MTC Morning
Aug. 19, 2009
The morning Kyle was to go to the MTC, we had a family breakfast. Corey and Cameron were able to take time before work to join us. Thanks to the help of the girls we had french toast with berries, orange julius, and eggs. The table was set in honor of the missionary. It was nice to take some final family pictures before heading to Provo. What a beautiful morning! It turned out to be a peaceful time.

The Setting Apart
Aug. 18, 2009
The Stake Presidency and the Bishopric all came to our home to set Kyle apart as a missionary. It ended up being close to 9:30 pm, as they had another missionary to set apart before Kyle. It was so nice having Corey and Alisa, Cameron and Sarah, Lori, Ray, and the grandparents, Carl DeYoung and Arlington and Dorothy Wood.
Kyle received a beautiful blessing and was told his first companions assigned to him were his parents. It was a great evening.

From Collages

Kyle's Mission Celebration Day
Aug. 16th, 2009
Kyle spoke in Sacrament Meeting along with Sterling who is also leaving for his mission the same day as Kyle. They even received their calls the same day!
Afterwards, we had a dinner at our home in the backyard. The weather was beautiful! It was a perfect day. So many friends and family were able to be with us. The food was great, too, thanks to all who brought some to share. Thanks, also, to Mike and Susan for the large tent arrangements and for helping us set it up and take it down. It was a big event for us and a very special day.

More work in the Basement
Aug. 14, 2009
Dave and his brother, Mike, have been working to mud and tape the family room. It's a big job and Mike has been awesome to be an extra hand.

Celebrating Anniversary #26!
Dave and Jana enjoyed a great day Aug. 12, 2009.
Alisa, Sarah, and Lori put together a wonderful lunch for the family. Then Dave and Jana went to see the movie "UP". Afterwards, they had dinner at the Grey Cliff Lodge Resturant in Ogden Canyon.

From Collages

Ray's Eagle Court of Honor
Aug. 9, 2009
Ray was able to receive his Eagle Award before Kyle had to leave for his mission. It was nice having the family be part of the event. Ray has many great supporters and people who love him.

An Evening at DeYoung's Cabin
Aug. 7, 2009
It's always a fun treat when Mike and Susan invite the family to their cabin for a cook-out and even sleep-over when we're available. This night was fun with the Turners, Bakers, Cooks and DeYoungs.

Piano Lessons
Aug. 3, 2009

Lori teaches lessons to her cousin, Lillian.
She enjoys teaching and Lillian is sounding better and better-

July comes quickly!
It's surprising how quickly time can fly by. Birthdays, parties, and parades bring fun times.

Neighborhood Fun
July 11, 2009
What's so fun is having a neighbor who likes to have parties. She asked if we could hold the annual summer party in our backyard. The weather was perfect and the company was even better!

Oquirrh Mountain Temple
Open House
July 11, 2009
Some of Jana's family were able to attend the Oquirrh Mountain Temple Open House together.
It was a great day to be together and a beautiful temple, too. We loved the area!

July 5th, 2009
Having all the family gather for pictures is a major effort.
It's always good to do, every 3-4 years anyway!

Fourth of July!
Parades and fireworks make up a great celebration.
Families being together makes it even better!

July 3, 2009
Tradition brings the "Cousins' Performance". This year we had a cook-out prior to the show.
They all did a great job!

Catching up on the month of June!

Kyle's Temple Day
June 27th, 2009
It was so nice to have so many
family members join us in the temple
for Kyle's first time through.
We wish we could have taken a picture of everyone who came.

Dave, Kyle, and Jana

Sarah & Cameron Cook, Corey & Alisa Crowell, Wendi Austad, Jana, Kyle, Arlington & Dorothy Wood

The DeYoung Family Camp Out
June 26-27, 2009
Trying to fit in a camp out was tricky. Everybody's schedule was so busy, so we decided to camp in the backyard. It turned out to be a fun idea.
The Austad's visit from Texas made it extra fun!

Working on Ray's Eagle Project
In between trips and busy summer activities,
Ray decided to get his Eagle Project done before Kyle
leaves on his mission. Thanks to lots and lots of help he
was able to get it all done!

Celebrating Connor's First Birthday

Ahhh! The Boston Trip
May 28 - June 6 2009

We enjoyed such a great trip to Boston to visit Corey and Alisa and to see Corey graduate.
They had some wonderful experiences in the two years they were gone. It was fun sharing their favorite places with them.

Memorial Day - 2009
May 25th

Visiting the graves with family is such a great tradition. One we all look forward to.

Ruesch Family Reunion
May 22-23, 2009
Washington, Utah

Finally, we pick up where we left off in May.

May Days!

Cookout with the Knightons
May 16th


We were able to invite our friends over for a hotdog roast in the backyard. It was fun having their family come! It was nice to see Derrick after he has returned home from his Korea mission.

Kyle's Mission Papers are in!


Yep! He is officially on the list! We expect his call in a couple of weeks.


(Sorry the pants to the suit were way too small. We'll be buying some new suits soon!)

End of School Days, Mother's Day, and Father/Son's Outing

April has long passed!

But we still wanted to post the April events.

Easter Bunny Day at Wood's
April 11, 2009


Women's Conference at BYU
April 30 - May 1

More Painting Projects
March 30-31

Jana decided to paint the front room for the month of March.
Sarah (and Connor) came to help with the prep work and the base coat.




Jana's sister Tammy came to help with the faux paint part.
It actually turned out great.



This is part of the bathroom Jana and Sarah painted in February.

David Archuleta Concert
March 27, 2009

Both Lori and Kyle were able to go to the concert. They had a great time with their friends and really enjoyed the show!

Dave's Birthday!
March 27, 2009

Dave had the whole day off of work. He enjoyed waffles and Orange Julius for breakfast. He and Jana went out to eat for lunch. Then Cameron and Sarah and Connor joined them for dinner and pie and ice cream. Lori and Kyle were gone to the David Archuleta Concert. Ray was at a game.

(Cameron was the photograher for the evening)

Happy Green Day!
Mar. 17, 2009

Yes, we always have a good time with the holiday dinners! It's fun to go all out for St. Patrick's Day!

Even Connor had green peas for dinner!

Spring Break 2009
March 8-14
Lori and her cousin, Meg, decided to go to Boston for Spring Break. They had a great time, too. Alisa and Elsie were great hosts!

Sarah's Birthday
March 8, 2009

We celebrated Sarah's birthday with an artichoke dinner. Cameron's parents were able to come eat with us. We didn't even think of getting a picture, but we did take pictures of the birthday cake Cameron's mom, Lynette, made.

Fun with the sun!
March 3, 2009

The snow had melted and the sun was out. It was a great day for Sarah and Jana to take Connor to the park (his first time!) down the street from Cameron and Sarah's new home.

Some February Fun!

Skating to celebrate!
Feb. 28, 2009

After moving Cameron and Sarah, the Cooks invited us to go skating on their pond. Great fun! We'll have to do it again when Ray and Lori are home.

Moving Day!
Feb. 28, 2009

It's always nice to have a bright, sunny day when it's time to move. We had fun helping Cameron and Sarah move from their basement apartment to their new home.

Cameron is 24 on the 24th!

Valentine's Day!

We always enjoy Valentine's Day falling on a Saturday. It means coming up with three Valentine's meals and enjoying the day together.






A collections of Family Valentine's

Bonneville Boy!

Ray decided to make another duct tape suit. He wore it to Bonneville's final basketball game of the season. He is definitely his own man!

Draper Temple Open House



We were able to get tickets for the Draper Temple Open House for February 2. It was during the day so Ray got out of school a little early, Lori got off of work, and Dave was already off that day. We missed Cameron, who was still at work, though.

The Surprise Room Makeover!

So Dave left to go to Honduras for work January 25. On Monday the 26th Jana had her sister Tammy help choose paint colors for the master bedroom that would match the new bedspread the kids gave Dave and Jana for Christmas. That night Lori, Kyle, and Ray helped Jana move furniture and wash walls and begin taping the trim for painting.

Tuesday 27th: Tammy helps Jana buy the right paint and supplies, then helps do more taping. That afternoon Kyle helps Jana paint two coats of base color.

Wednesday 28th: Tammy helps Jana do the faux painting. She is amazing! It turned out so great! Thanks, Tammy!

Thursday, 29th: Sarah helps Jana shop for a few decorative items for the room. All the kids help put the room back together. Dave arrives home at 9:30pm and is so surprised at the makeover when he walks in to get his slippers!

It was so great to have all the extra help. The room feels wonderful. It makes us feel extra special, too!


(Click on the collage for a closeup view.)

Happy Birthday to Lori!

Lori is "21"! We celebrated the day after her birthday, since she shares it with her grandparent's anniversary. She is certainly our favorite Lori! We're glad she's in our family.

Celebrating a 49th Wedding Anniversary!





(click the pictures for close-up)

Jana's parents celebrated their 49th Anniversary January 23, 2009. We had a family dinner with their children and spouses to kick off the beginning of 50th year! It was so fun having everyone (who could) come.

Our Annual Family Retreat
January 18-19, 2009

Classic Connor faces! He makes us all
smile!



Miss Elsie is a doll!


Five Generations Picture-
January 3, 2009

Audrey Ruesch is 87 years old.
We felt so blessed to be able to have some pictures
taken with her. She has suffered the effects of a stroke
she had nearly four years ago, but she still was willing to
pose with us.

Audrey Ruesch, Dorothy Wood, Jana DeYoung,
Alisa and Elsie Crowell, & Sarah and Connor Cook

Celebrating the Holidays

The Holidays flew by for the DeYoung family.
It was so great getting together with family and
enjoying such fun times together. We are blessed
to be surrounded by wonderful families!