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.