The Annual Halloween Hot Dog Roast

Once again, the Stephenson's hosted the annual Halloween Hot Dog Roast. Because of the rain we only went through 170 hot dogs as compared to over 200. Everyone had a wonderful time. LaDawn and Karen got into the fun and helped with the buns, ketchup and mustard. Mom watched little Dylan in the house and visited with Russ and Lezlie-Anne and baby James. The little kids went trick or treating in the neighborhood. What fun we all had!

HALLOWEEN FUN!

On October 30, we had the annual Ivie Family Halloween Party. What fun we had. Since it rained we went bowling at the Fun Park, but everyone still had a fun time. Mom and Dad hosted the party and everyone brought a treat. Sherri won the coin jar this year! Everyone had such a good time.

Daniel's finger

Daniel decided to cut his finger last week. OK, he almost chopped it off, at least that's what it seemed like with all the blood. He forgot that when you turn on the electric trimmers you aren't supposed to have your hand on the blade. He was lucky he didn't cut it right off. The doctor decided against stitches because it was so mangled and decided to put him on antibiotics so it wouldn't get infected! It's looking great now!

Sam's FEDORA!

Sam has been saving his money so he could buy a hat, officially an FEDORA hat. He was pretty excited when it came in the mail today!

Goofy Stephenson BOYS!

I have got the craziest boys in town. They definately make me laugh. Here are a few pictures of my silly boys having fun! Gotta love them!

Samuel is TWELVE!!!

I can't believe it, no more kids in primary. However, Sam did get to participate in the Primary Program this year because it was on October 31, and his birthday was on November 4th. Lucky Sam! He passed off his Faith in God and was able to receive the Aaronic Priesthood on Sunday, November 7th. He is now a deacon and even went around and did fast offerings with his brother, Daniel on Sunday. We are so proud of Sam. He is so fun to have in our family!

Soccer Season was a SUCCESS!

Sam's soccer team the Cache Valley Strikers went undefeated this fall, 12-0. The team was pretty excited because it was their first season playing state. Sam is ready for a little break but come spring he'll be ready to play again!

Wisdom Teeth and Tanner

Tanner had the great opportunity to get his wisdom teeth out over UEA break. He actually did pretty good after the initial anesthetic wore off. While we were in the oral surgeon's office he was trying to get a date with the nurse and showing off all his arm muscles. We were all laughing at him. He was pretty out of it. After he got home he only had one pain pill and went to work the day after he got all four teeth out. By Sunday he was a little swollen, but all in all he did great!

Fall Weather

We have definately had a beautiful fall here in Cache Valley. They leaves have been a deep red, yellow and orange. The kids are wondering why they have to rake up the leaves every other day at our house! The temperatures have been perfect. Here are a few pictures of our valley and our home in the fall.

"EAT CAKE"

I just read the funniest book. It is called "Eat Cake", by Jeanne Ray. If you are in need of a light hearted book just to read and relax and laugh with this would be it. Thanks Traci for recommending it on a day when I needed a laugh!

JAKE'S ACTIVITIES

It has been fun to have Jacob home again. He started enrolled at USU and is living at home. It is great to have his friends come over again. They are a bunch of good kids. Jake is involved with the Army ROTC program. One of these days I'll get a picture of him in his army gear. He has to wear it to school every Thursday. He looks great and is enjoying the program. Here are a few pictures of him during the summer and this fall with friends.