Lamb Chops

A man in our ward works for the DWR and they tried to relocate about 11 big horn sheep. They moved them but then they returned. They did not want them to mix with the other sheep in the area so they went out and shot them. They are not able to keep the meat themselves so he donated one to us.   

It was brought to us gutted and Thomas took care of the rest. It was a great experience for Thomas and Dad. they skinned it then cut it up and I wrapped it to put in the freezer. 

I was also able to bottle some, which was super fun. I have seen others bottle their meat but I have not done it myself. I was a little worried about what it would taste like or if it would even be any good. We had it last night in some stir fry and it was wonderful. We also had a roast on Sunday. It was wonderful and had very little fat.   

Apple pie

I had the opportunity to take dinner to a family in my ward. I was in charge of taking a dessert and a salad.  I had made the apple pie filling previous so I just had to make the crust. This is my first attempt and I think it was a success. I am pretty proud of this apple pie. 

Big Boy Cup

We have been working with Keenan on using a regular cup. He is getting so big. He is able to hold the cup by himself and does not spill. He is like a camel. He can drink so much.  If he sees us drinking, he needs one too. I do not know where he keeps it all. 

BYU Football Turkey

This turkey is disguised so that he will not be eaten for Thanksgiving. 

This was Seth's Family project from school. Seth and Thomas worked on it together. The coloring is Seth's very best.  Thomas drew the helmet and logos.  It is now hanging in the hall outside Seth's classroom.  

Jumping in Leaves

Gma and Gpa Higham have some huge cottonwood trees at their house.  That means lots and lots of leaves.  We raked up a few and started jumping.

We got a pile about chest high for these boys.

At first they were a little careful.

Then they went all out, full speed fun.

They also enjoyed being buried in the leaves.

These leaves were fun, but we are glad that we do not have to clean up that many leaves at our house.