A Great Day

Sunday was just one of those days where there were many reasons to celebrate. First of all, it was Nathan's birthday. He was born on Flag Day twelve years ago. We had fun taking him out to dinner and to a movie with two of his friends the night before. (Side note...."UP" is a really fun movie!) Then on Sunday, he got to speak in church and was also ordained to the office of a deacon in the Aaronic Priesthood. He has been looking forward to the day for a long time. We are so proud of him and look forward to going with him to the Manhattan temple this next Saturday to participate in baptisms for the dead.
Grandma Foulk made a delicious birthday dinner for Nate that afternoon and then we had the traditional Carvel ice cream cake.

That night we were able to attend our stake seminary graduation to see Emily graduate. The graduation represents four years of attending early morning scripture instruction/study. It is a sacrifice for all those who attend, but the blessings are evident. The graduation was the perfect ending to a wonderful day.