Be Still Our Hearts.....

Our Dear Girls -

Two years ago, we knew this time would come. But what we didn't know, is just how hard it would be when it did. When we were first called to serve you all, we were overwhelmed with the responsibility we felt. Would we know what to do? Would we get to know each other quickly? Would you love us and welcome us? Where were we to begin, and what were all of the things we were supposed to do? Funny thing is....all of those fears were quickly put to rest. Yes, we learned what to do. Yes, we got to know each other. Yes, you loved and welcomed us. And where did we begin? By loving you immediately and the rest just fell into place. You captured our hearts from the very beginning - where now, you will hold a very special place....never to be forgotten, and never to be replaced. You have been such a bright spot in all our lives.We have accomplished great things together through service. We have made many happy memories together by laughing, dancing, singing, cheering and talking. We have felt the spirit together regularly and by doing so, have strengthened each others testimonies. We have bonded so tightly, that we will always be family. We want you to know, that though we are leaving - we are never very far. Our doors are always open and waiting for you to walk in. Our phones are always on and waiting for the call. We will continue to watch you and love you. We will pray for the best in your lives always. Stay close to your Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. You will find the greatest happiness by doing so. We love you with all our hearts. It has been a pleasure and complete honor to have served you. Such a gift. Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives and for touching ours in a way that no one else ever could. You will always be our Girls.
With love,

Your Young Women's LeadersYW's Presidency
Sis. Lindsey - 1st Counselor, Sis. Gardner - Secretary,
Sis. Burke - Pres., Sis Rodgers - 2nd Counselor

Sis. L., Sis. G., Sis. Watts - Mia Maid Advisor,
Sis. Sessions - Personal Progress, Sis. R.,
Sis. McDougal - Beehive Advisor, Sis. B.
Sis. Finch - Assist. to Pres, Sis. Harris - Beehive Advisor
Sis. Witt - Assist. to Pres./Sports Director
Sis. Shaw - Advisor/Camp Director
(Not Pictured, Sis. Smedley - Laurel Advisor)

Our Very First Day together - Sept. 4, 2008

Our Very Last Day together - June 9, 2010We love you! We Love you! We love you!
Thanks for all of the special times - they will never be forgotten!

Breakfast Time!!

This morning we threw a big Breakfast before the girls leave on Trek! We all met at 9 at Sis. Rodger's house for Cinnamon French Toast with Strawberries and Buttermilk Syrup, sausage, bacon, delicious cake, fruit, and juice! It was so yummy and fun to hang out before the big trip! We love you all and hope you have a very special experience! Make it back to us safely!!

More Frosty's Anyone?!!

We have kept Wendy's in business this week with the rest of our Ice Cream dates! We are so glad the inspiration came to do these! So much fun to be with you girls in small groups to learn more about each other.....makes us love you that much more!! Thanks for your willingness to hang with old ladies and eat some yummy treats! We love you and have so much fun doing this!!

Saturday, we took some of our Laurels!! 3 of them had graduated the night before, so it was fun to hear all about the Graduation party and details. The rest have fun and exciting things going on this summer as well. Thanks girls for coming with!! So Fun!!Today, we took the remaining girls for ice cream! These girls are so busy with softball, cheerleading, etc. that we have had a hard time scheduling with them. Now, with school out, we were finally able to get together. Again.....headed to Wendy's! (Can you tell the budget is getting tight with Trek and Girls Camp coming up?!!!) Thank heavens for $1.09 Frosty's!!Alyssa was hiding from the camera cause she didn't put on any make up!! We think she's beautiful either way she comes.....but alas, this was the best she would give us! :)And then.....there's McCall! She gave us all a good laugh with her cute little "Short Hairs" in the front of her head. They kept sliding down her forehead.....thanks McCall for providing the entertainment!! That was funny! Good thing McCall can laugh with us!! So cute!Oh wait.....gave McCall too much credit for providing the entertainment!! Sis. Burke helped a little in that department! Skylee dropped her napkin under Sis. Burke's chair. They both looked around for it.....when it wasn't found, Sis. Burke told Skylee not to worry about it! Skylee was laughing at this point and said, "it's in your shoe!" Due to her crazy MS body.....Sis. Burke couldn't feel it with her numb feet! We all laughed about that one!! Would have walked right out with it still there if Skylee wouldn't have pointed it out!! Oh Boy!We had a great time! We love you girls more than you'll ever know! Thanks for being our dates!

Back to our Ice Cream Dates!

Tonight we didn't have an activity because it's the last week of school! So, instead.....we got back to our Ice Cream dates! Because things have been so crazy around here with Trek and all, we took last month off! We had so much fun tonight with Carrington, Jazmine, Sara, and Morgan! Thanks girls for coming with us for yummy frosty's and fries! So fun to sit and talk!!
Love you all!(As you can see, self timer wasn't working very well....

so we finally got up and asked for help!)

Thank you nice lady for letting us interrupt your dinner to take our picture!
It turned out great!

P.S. Wendy F....if you see this.....
your daughter would like us to talk you into
doing these Ice Cream Dates in your ward too! :)
We took her pic. as evidence!

Ensign Peak

Tonight we took all of the Youth going on Trek to Ensign Peak. It was on this Peak that Brigham Young stood with other leaders of the church and picked the spot for the Salt Lake Temple. He had been shown this place by Joseph Smith in a vision. The Deseret News refers to it as "Utah's Mt. Sinai." It is a sacred and beautiful spot overlooking the whole Salt Lake Valley. We had a great time, and the kids hiked it in 12 minutes! Bro. Morris talked to them about the importance of the Peak and then after taking some pics, we made our way back down, loaded up the cars and headed to Brigham Young's grave. A group of some of our other girls helped out at the Utah Food Bank tonight, giving service there.

Trek Prep!

It is a month of Trek around these here parts!! We are having a lot of fun getting ready! There is excitement all around for sure! Two weeks ago we got together and showed the girls the last Trek video, so they would have an idea of what takes place. We also cut out our names for our 5 gallon buckets.....even those have to be cute ya'll!! Last night was our Stake Trek "Hoe-down!" That was a great time! Morgan even won the pie-eating contest! Nice Job Morg!! Trek is less than a month away now! Can't wait!

Ultimate Frisbee

The Young Men were in charge of our combined activity this month. They planned Ultimate Frisbee. Basically, we had a lot of fun and froze ourselves to death, and then went home! It was great! Thanks guys for a fun night.....we had to drag some of the girls away from the game to go home....the others? Well, we stood off to the side and snuggled to stay warm, while cheerleading of course! (Ok, and talking!)