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Temple Square and the Temple

Temple Square is beautiful in the winter.

Christmas in Salt Lake City

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It's about time I've shared some pictures. It has been wonderful here in Salt Lake. The snow is finally here and Temple Square is decorated with millions of lights. It is awsome! Robert and Sydnee added new curtains to the apartment in October.

Favorite Mission Apartment Decoration

Both of these are from Chris and Mimi. The B plaque was for Christmas and the Delight was for Mother's Day. We love them both and they add much to our mission apartment. Thanks Mimi, they are beautiful!

More fun Evans family pictures!

More cute Evans family pictures!

Happy Birthday, Leah!

Happy birthday to my sister, Leah. Monday, the 21st was Leah's birthday. Dave was out of town this weekend so we were able to spend a little sister time together. (Without the kids) I just want her to know how much I appreciate her and all she does for me. She's a SUPER aunt to my kids and a great mom to her kids (no matter what she thinks). I could not imagine not having Leah as my sister, I love you and happy birthday! Rachael

Trip to Utah

Rachael, Leah and their kids took a trip to Utah this past week to visit Mom and Dad, and David and his family. Leah and the kids also got to visit with Carrie and James and their 3 kids (including new baby David!) It was such a great week! We had an amazing time visiting and going places. Thanks to David and Sharilyn for letting us stay at their home! Here are som pictures of what went on last week!

mom and dad (Elder and Sister Evans)


the John Pack House at the "This is the Place Monument"


all of us barging in to see Mom and Dad while they train new missionaries


the kids at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building


the kids in front of the reflection pond at Temple Square

....more fun stuff in Utah

dinosaur museum at Thanksgiving Point

more dinosaur museum

having fun at Cherry Hill Waterpark

Kennecot Copper Mine...the biggest/richest hole in the world!

too young?

Is 3 too young to be using an iPod??


Lucas doesn't think so!

No Intruders!

Eleanor made a sign for her bedroom door a while back. When she finally told Lucas what it said, he insisted she make him one for his door. Here are the signs that Eleanor made:

Lucas's bedroom door

Eleanor's bedroom door

"Gary Evans, my dad"

"Gary Evans, my dad".
My dad is an example of
faith,
love,
charity,
compassion,
generosity,
unconditional love,
patience,
understanding,
honesty,
kindness,
tenderness,
soft spokenness,
friendliness,
thoughtfulness,
being present (without judging or critisizing),
forgiveness.

My dad is-
a leader
a teacher
a hiker
a friend
a disciplinarian
a grandpa
a husband
a golfer
a rewarder
a camper
a cheerleader
a supporter
a bishop
a stake clerk
a peacemaker
a fan
a giver
a missionary
a Marine
a healer
a brother
A Child of God
A Dad

I'm so very thankful for a dad who is a wonderful example of many great things and who is a wonderful influence for good. I'm thankful for a dad who was softspoken and never raised his voice at his children and wife. I'm thankful for a dad who kept the same job in the same city and same house for 30 years so his children never had to change schools. I'm thankful for a dad who always had a quarter for me to make a phone call while on a date just in case of an emergency. I'm thankful for a dad who was always at my dance reciatals and swim meets and anything that was importanct to me. I'm thankful for a dad who always took us to church. I'm thankful for a dad who is a great example of the importance of serving a mission. I'm thankful for a dad who has always been supportive of me while I've been in school. I'm thankful for a dad who is a wonderful grandpa. I'm thankful for a dad who is constantly telling me not to worry, you'll do just fine. I'm thankful for you , dad. I love you, Rachael Happy Father's Day

It's Cruisin' time!

Rebecca turned 12 the day after school got out. As you can see in these pictures she's with a brand new Hawaii beach cruiser bike. Well, if you know Dale and I you'd know we are both suckers when it comes to bikes. We love bikes! Our family loves bikes! She's been on in nonstop since we've purchased it. In fact, we ALL loved it so much we decided that Britton also needed a new cruiser! His is the black one. (The one without the flowers) Hmmmmmm I wonder who will be next???

Well, school is out!!! Summer is here! This was Rebecca's last day of 6th grade. I can't hardly believe my baby will be in Middle School next year! Here are a few pictures of some of her favorite people at Hurley Elementary. Can you believe her principal is one of them? I thought they had a great principal, she knew many of the kids names and was always in the classrooms and with the kids. I never remember giving MY elementary school principal teachers hugs! Rebecca loved ALL of her teachers and had a GREAT experience at Hurley! We will always love Hurley Elementary.

Our Missionaries!

As most of you know, Mom and Dad are currently serving a mission at the Family History Center in Salt Lake City. Here are some pictures of them as missionaries. We're so proud of you Mom and Dad!!

here's Mom at choir practice in the Tabernacle

Dad at the computer researching ancestry (which he loves to do!)...I think he was born to do this stuff!

My Little Handy Mannys

So the other day I was trying to hang up some pictures of Eleanor and Lucas in the den and of course the next thing I know they've got out their own tools trying to help out me out!!

Britton's new car???

Britton wishes he were 16!! He'll be 16 next April and that means he'll be driving!!! EEk! No, this is not Britton's new car. Let me repeat myself, no this is not Britton's new car. You would think Dale and I would learn by now NOT to walk onto a car lot until we are REALLY ready to purchase a new car. The third car will be nice to help with the commute to Fresno (to finish school) and also for when Britton does start to drive. I thik we're really going to enjoy this purchase! By the way, it's a Mazda 3 (sport package).