Go team!

We are noticing each year Calla improving in her ball handling skills. She loves going to the batting cage with Mark when we go to Mesa. She has been getting lots of experience playing "catcher" and really enjoys the position. She's quick and hustles well.

Mother's Day 2009

Last weekend we were able to run down and "play." I went to lunch with my wonderful mother-in-law, Ann Reed, and some of her daughters. We ate at a Cracker Barrel and it was delicious. The next day we attended Sacrament meeting with her and I snapped this photo after we pinned on her corsage. She is very beloved in her family.

Zippin' down the line!

We decided to take a morning last weekend and ride the "light rail" from Mesa to Phoenix and see the sights. Our favorites were going over Tempe Lake and looking at the high rise construction on Central. A few more bridges and curves, hills and valleys (roller coaster style) would have added some needed excitement, but, hey...it was fun just being together. (How did I not get a picture of Lathe?) He's so photogenic!

More pictures from Dad's 80th birthday

Grumps turns 80 on April 30th!

He received a new reclining sofa for his "den" and a new lamp and some pillows on his birthday. The three-seater matching couch should be coming soon. That evening, the family gathered at Bob and Leann's for an outdoor meal and celebration. All the grandchildren emailed their favorite memories of Grandpa and Leann printed them off and pasted them in a little book for him. There were lots of laughs, smiles and hugs that night. A memorable day for an unforgettable "Grumps."

Science Fair Extraordinaire!

Calla and Courtney Baldwin worked together on their science project (along with the amazing help of Mark and Chris). It was on the topic of "pulleys" and how they help lift weight easier. They won 1st place for the 6th graders!