Guess what? I did leave something behind.‏

Myrna wrote: I left both of those CDs of Aunt Eva--mine and yours. This is an awful request, but would you mail one of them to me? Thanks!

Thanks to Jared, even LHT was impressed with my front teeth being without those terrible black stains. All of the other teeth feel fine, as well. Many thanks.

Thanks also for following my spirit whisperings and getting help with our family names. That would have been worth my paying my way. Then, on top of it all, I have the great good fortune of spending time with the grandchildren. 

I had such a good time with all of you. When I gave Grandpa his gift from Emma, he found it had a quarter inside. No wonder she was short--she gave us 50-cents of her money. Tell her thank you for us.

Give all of our little sweeties a hug and kiss.

Kirsten wrote: I thought about that yesterday and thought "no, I think she said that one was mine."  Follow the thoughts, Kirsten!!!  Some day, I'll learn.  Yes, I will slip it in the mail to you.

Thank YOU for coming!  Sorry we were so stressed out.  Maybe next time will be  a little more relaxing.

loves

Myrna wrote: "Some day, I'll learn." Yes, and if each of us really did that we would have gas in the car and tax in the pocket. Still we are blessed with tender mercies--like daughters who will mail us the other CD. Of course, keep the one meant for you!

Life is stress. I doubt that it will be better next time, just different. I did have a good time and am not certain why you are concerned about it. Any of the children I visit have stresses and I have my own here at home. You know about that, you get in on some of them.

Lots of love, M

Letter for Michael

Myrna wrote: Did you get the letter of recommendation from LHT for Michael?

Todd wrote: Yes.  Printed and in an envelope.  Thank you. I thought Amy had responded already.


Amy wrote: Yes, and thank you very much!  It was a very nice letter!

Also, thank you for the halloween package and treat $.  The kids always enjoy getting those!  And thank you for all the cd's!  Very much appreciated!

love,

Amy


Myrna wrote: You are welcome. However, after being with Kirsten and her family when they went to spend their dollars, I wonder if I should also include a dime each time so they have money for the tax. Kirsten had to dig up about 8-cents in tax for each of the dollars.

Love, M

Kenilworth Photos Found by Shawn

Shawn wrote:
Hi,
I seem to remember hearing Aberdeen Mine in relation to the Kenilworth mining. What are Bull Hollow and Blue Gate?-Shawn


Myrna wrote: Aberdeen was what Kenilworth was called at first. It was then called Independent Coal and Coke but they cut the coke from the name because the coal didn't coke very well. Dad LH remembers hearing Bull Hollow and Blue Gate but he can't remember where those were.


Shawn wrote:

Thanks,


Just wondered because I remembered I had found some pictures on Picasa from Kenilworth once, and when Todd sent the Nephi pictures I went and found the pictures again. They are all modern, and are from a guy’s ride on his four-wheeler up in that area. He just mentioned those two other names, and they were not familiar to me.

Here are his pics, I found them interesting as they reminded me of hiking in the area with Dad:

http://picasaweb.google.com/Dennis.Udink/KenilworthCastle#

-Shawn

Myrna wrote: Dad says to tell you thanks. He will try to figure out where Bull Hollow is by looking at the photos. Love, M

These are just two of the ones posted. A visit to the site is well worth it.

Did you get?

From Myrna: Did you get the letter of recommendation from LHT for Michael?

From Amy: Yes, and thank you very much!  It was a very nice letter!

Also, thank you for the halloween package and treat $.  The kids always enjoy getting those!  And thank you for all the cd's!  Very much appreciated!

love,

Amy

From Myrna: You are welcome. However, after being with Kirsten and her family when they went to spend their dollars, I wonder if I should also include a dime each time so they have money for the tax. Kirsten had to dig up about 8-cents in tax for each of the dollars.

Love, M

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From Amy:  You are fine with just the dollars!  Don't worry about it....especially out here, we don't have food tax!  LOL!  Besides, I think the dentist in Colorado can afford a few cents over the dollars the kids get!  ;D

Thanks again!

Amy

Waite Snow Fun Photos

Waite Family Photos

Scout Letter for Michael

To Whom It May Concern:

I highly recommend Michael Trauntvein for the Boy Scouts of America Eagle Award. He is an outstanding young man who is thoughtful and considerate of others. 

I am not only his grandfather but I am also the Salt Creek District Commissioner, a Utah district, and am over advancements. I have worked with many young men and have direct knowledge of the projects they have completed. The project that Michael performed for his community was such an outstanding project that I mention it to others to help them understand the scope a project should have. Michael involved his school and community in gathering food for the food bank. He showed great leadership in organizing the drive and getting others involved. It was a great success.

Before moving to Ohio, while he was still living in American Fork, he performed in school plays, participated in musical events, won several awards for his achievements and was active in events for his church and community. Even then, while he was in grade school, he showed the characteristics of leadership which are evident in his life today. He has been, and is, a Scout who practices good scouting principles. 

Recently he went on a mini-mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in his area of Ohio. It made him even more aware of others and helped him develop an even greater testimony of the work and mission of Jesus Christ.

Sincerely yours,

Leonard H Trauntvein,

Grandfather and Salt Creek District Commissioner

Pinegars Take Over as President and Matron at Manti Temple

Ella Dean Hunter wrote: Hi
I have been wondering, did your new Presidency begin at the temple yet?  I've been curious as to who the new presidency are.
I plan on coming over on the 11th to do some initiatory and sealings, with my daughter and son-in-law.  I know you won't be there, but just wanted you to know.
I might see some of the workers I should know.
Thanks
Sister Hunter


Myrna wrote: They took over on Tuesday. I work on Friday and Saturday, so I have not seen them yet. I hear good things about them, however.

You will be surprised at the new additions to the chapel. I think you will like the new decorations. You should also like the new restrooms in the foyer. They are really something. They could be found in a castle. The marble is beautiful.

Love, M

Ed Jolley Pinegar, president of the temple, is a Latter-day Saint author, educator and leader. His books include Look to the Temple, Raising the Bar, and several works dealing with the study of the Book of Mormon.


He was president of the England London South Mission of the church. Ed was later the director of the church's Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah.

Patricia P. Pinegar is the matron. In 1992, Pinegar was appointed as second counselor to Janette C. Hales in the general presidency of the church's Young Women organization. She served in this capacity until 1994, when she became the ninth general president of the Primary. Pinegar served until 1999 and was succeeded by Coleen K. Menlove.

In November 2009, the Pinegars began serving in the Manti Utah Temple, with her as matron and he as president of the temple.

1st one is beautiful--Historic Nephi Photo

Todd wrote: Here's one. . .

Myrna wrote: Where did you find this photo? Love, M

Todd wrote: http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/oS9nHMgMBnRCC7xTerWJzQ

Slides are by Kyle Whittington.  398 out there. 

Braden's Eagle Court of Honor‏ To Be

11/04/08

To: Melanie Bolton from Myrna

I am doing a happy dance!!!! Congratulations. We will be glad to hear more. Love, M

On Nov 1, 2008, at 11:11 AM, cellmel@comcast.net wrote:

Yes! Yeah!

We have finally scheduled the Eagle Court of Honor. Plans are under way for it to be held January 3, 2009, with two of his closest friends.

We will send out formal invites in December.

Melanie