September 18, 2010: Overnight with the Griesemer Kids

Many, many years ago, my kids were babysat by the Griesemers and their kids. Now it's time for us to return that favor to them. We were given the opportunity to watch Chris' kids overnight since Kim needed to serve in the temple. It has been a long time since we've been solely responsible for little ones (other than our own--who aren't so little anymore), so I was a little nervous. But Ellie is so good with little kids that I knew she would be a true asset.

Everything went well. They loved the dogs. No one got hurt. They ate what they were supposed to. From my Facebook status of the day, you can see really how things went: Have the pleasure of hosting my nephew's little ones for the night. Score: Ellie and Dallin asleep by 7:45; Piper Jo didn't nap and still awake.



(These pictures were taken another time when we were babysitting up at their home.)

Andrea Griesemer's Baby Shower

The girls and I were invited to attend Andrea's baby shower at The Dodo Restaurant in Salt Lake City yesterday. (Thanks, especially, to Bishop Goodfellow who treated us all!) It was so good to have the chance to see her--she looks fantastic!--and all the darling things she received. Jessica and the girls and I were at the opposite end of the table, so we chatted away the entire time. I really consider Jessica my sistuh-from-anothuh-mothuh since she's closer in age than I am to my own sisters. I enjoy her company so much, especially how much we laugh when we're together.

Anyway, here are some pictures from the luncheon. I took more, but just visualize lots of cute little girl outfits. And Piper Jo, we can't wait to meet you!