August 7, 2011

News from Melanie and the girls and news from Afghanistan

These past two weeks have been busy for us. First of all, the most exciting thing that happened was Haley and Kayla received a package from Andy that contained a jewelry box and a necklace for both. Haley told me that she is going to wear the necklace all the time to remind her of daddy. Even though they received the package, they still look in the mailbox everyday to see if he had sent them another one.

They were glad because I finally let them get their ears pierced. Haley did well, but the gun jammed when they were trying to pierce Kayla’s ears but Kayla was a trooper and let them finish.

I also took them to the end of summer party at the library where they had activities for them to do.

On Saturday we went to a birthday party at the splash pad. This time they actually liked playing in the water unlike last time we only stayed about ten minutes. Good thing it is free!

Andy is doing well and staying busy of course. I do have his address which I will include, but he has asked me to let everyone know to please not send anything that will require him to bring home because he already has four bags that he has to bring home with him and does not have any more room.

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News from the Haws Family of Wisconsin


Our family has been on the road this week. Emily and Logan flew out on Monday. Emily went to Palmyra for the especially for youth program. She had a wonderful time at EFY and made many new friends. She promised some pictures that I will add to the flickr account.

Logan flew out to Virginia to join Julie and Jeff. They have had a wonderful time. Julie has spent a lot of time planning out activities while Jeff has been a great big brother to Logan. They were able to go the Washington DC temple yesterday to do work for our ancestors.

Lanette came along with Mom and I on our long distance drive. We have had an enjoyable time. We had enjoyed the opportunity to go to Kirtland, Ohio. There is a special memory for Mom as we visited your ancestor's farm (Isaac & Lucy Morley). They were wonderful examples of faithful saints that sacrificed so much. We went on to Palmyra and then on down to Bethlehem, PA. In Palmyra Mom and I were able to attend the temple and do some of the temple work for ancestors. It is a beautiful temple so close to the sacred grove. Jeff has been a wonderful host to us. On Saturday evening we dined with Uncle Steven, Aunt Dona and Matthew. Today we were treated to a wonderful dinner and conversations at Matthew and Ginny's home. They have three adorable children. Tonight we had a skype conversation with Renata and the boys.

Tomorrow we will be heading off to Philadelphia. It is great to be able to enjoy time together.


From Jeff
It has been nice to have Mom, Dad, Emily and Lanette here.

News from home has been positive. Renata was able to collect and send the documents that I need to proceed with immigration papers this week.

Felipe's news is that he is enjoying life. He has been trying to surf, but the water is just a little too cool just yet for that. Skateboarding is a good second, but gets pushed aside by girls who apparently are the ultimate first.

Lucas has been playing soccer very well. He is participating in some special tournaments that are being watched heavily by professional scouts. Last week was also his 13th birthday that was met with much fun and excitment.

Derick is happy. He continues to play and have fun day after day. Life never seems to let him down. His comment was that it is not that cold and that if Felipe won't get in the water he will.

Renata appear to be well. She has sent some pictures that I have loaded to the Flickr account.

As for myself all continues well at work and I have enjoyed being up here.

Jeff