I was able to attend Graham's school's program "Battle of the Books" today. There were five teams. They were given three books to read and study from (I only remember a couple of them--Artimas Fowl, Bunnicula) and then they came together with the other teams where they were given quotes from the book and had to tell the name of the book and the author in the first round. Then they had to answer questions about things in the book in the second phase. Graham and his team did a great job. After the program they were each given their next books to read and study before the next battle in early December for round two. Graham was the spokesman for his group and he did an amazing job!
Elaine's Joyful Journey
It is not just the end of the journey that counts. It's also the journey. It's how we get there. It's who we are becoming along the way and the good we are doing today.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Monday, September 28, 2026
Jeremy
Tonight Jeremy had his first orchestra performance of the year at the University of Nebraska. I was able to watch it and it was really nice to see and hear. I am so used to attending the Whitney's concerts over the last six years so it was interesting to see so many university students of all ages participating. Great job Jeremy!
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Friday Night Football!
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Anniversary Trip
Perry and Makylee celebrated their first anniversary with a trip to New York and up into Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Perry sent these pictures to me today. They brought back some wonderful memories for me.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Jane
Jane sent me two pictures of sunsets around Provo. Working in the evening can be nice if you have a talent like Jane of seeing the beauty around you.














