Pioneer Day

Even though we are no longer in Utah, it is always Pioneer Day on July 24th no matter where we live. Being a member of the church makes you appreciate this day even more. Last year we had a family reunion for the Thompson side and it was so much fun. We stayed in Jannie's grandparents place in Southern Utah. It was so great to have everyone there, kids, aunts and uncles, grandparents and in-laws that are taylor fit for our family. Good memories and good times were had by all. Ashlee got a metal swing in the face, but like a trooper was back playing not long after. Speaking of the "princess," she turned SIX on Thursday. All she wanted was the Princess Tiana dress-up dress from the movie, "The Princess and the Frog." Every sibling got her a present (there are advantages to being the youngest). She got to see Grandpa and Grandma Thompson on skype, but was anxious to let them get back to there mission so she could hurry and open her presents :) She has been a joy to have in our home. She is very energetic and when her Primary teachers took her out for ice cream they told me she never stops talking.....that I knew. She sings ALL the time and is happy most of the time. She talks like a teenager (part of having older brothers and sister) and at Target the other day Kaley was looking at purses and Ashlee picked one up and said, "This purse is so last year." Kaley and I died laughing as it was the right thing to say, but not from a six year old. She will ever keep us guessing but we are glad she is part of our family. Hopefully she will keep us young, but may age us even more :) Well, I am off to bed. A long day of work, so Sunday will be a nice break. Happy Pioneer Day to everyone.