New Car, Kevin's Sign In and Mini-Golf

Scott and I couldn't decide what to do for Kacie for a car while she's at college.  We thought about sending her with our blue car but Scott was worried about how dependable it would be and he didn't want to lose his commuter car so we went car shopping on Sept 8th.  We ended up leasing a Toyota Camry for $300 a month for three years from Edmark Toyota in Nampa.  They were really nice to work with and we were able to get 15k miles a year.  We liked the idea of all the safety features it has and this way she could have a way back and forth to school and an easier way to pick up her medicine without having to worry about finding transportation.

When we walked in the door and handed her the keys she was pretty shocked.  She never asked for a new car but we felt better about this decision.  She was pretty excited!  We reminded her that as long as we are making the payments it's still our car. haha!  About an hour later Cole came out to the house to meet us for the first time.  Scott and I both liked him a lot and they are so cute together.  After we visited for a couple of hours we got gathered a bunch of blankets and pillows for them to use at the Drive-In.  They had a lot of fun and I really appreciate how he always makes sure that Kacie is home by midnight whether he is driving or not.  

Sunday the 9th Kacie went to his house for a while and they took this picture together on his Polaroid camera so she would have it when she goes to college.  As she was leaving they both said they loved each other for the first time.  She was pretty happy to say the least.  He won't be able to go to BYU-I until January so they are going to give the long distant relationship a try.

We were so proud of Kevin! He signed September 11th into the Air Force Guard.

Such a cute dad and son!

These two played miniature golf at Wahooz on Sept 11th. 

They are so stinkin cute together.

Sleep Over and Double Funeral...

Monday the 3rd these three had a sleep over at our house.  

They were so cute, it was like they were little girls again.

 Tuesday the 4th I went to a double funeral with mom and dad for Joe and Darlis Robinson.  I spent a lot of time in their home as a kid hanging out with Kayla.  It's not everyday you see two hearse parked side by side.  So sad for their kids, but I'm so happy for them only being apart less than a week.  The service was really nice and it was nice to see Kayla.

Darlis Arlene Robinson, 83, of Adrian, Oregon passed away on August 20, 2018 in her daughter’s home in Caldwell, Idaho. Darlis was born April 19, 1935 in New Plymouth, Idaho to Curtis Wendell Hull and Wilda K Sims. She was the oldest of 3 children. Darlis met Joe Robinson when he moved to Parma, Idaho, and they quickly became high school sweethearts, Darlis graduated in 1953, and after waiting another year for Joe to graduate, they were married for time and all eternity in the St. George LDS Temple on May 25, 1954. They moved several times in their early married years. In 1971 they settled in Adrian, Oregon and remained there for 47 years. They are the parents of 7 children -- Laren, Calvin, Bruce, Ranae, Larae, Curtis, and Kayla.

Darlis is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Ben Hull, and a great-grandson, Carter Schanz. She is survived by her husband, Joe Ell Robinson, her sister, Myrna (John) Holsclaw, her children, Laren (Cindy) Robinson, Calvin (Rebecca) Robinson, Bruce (Shana) Robinson, Ranae (Sid) Ballantyne, Larae (Kevin) Liddle, Curtis (Marie) Robinson, and Kayla (Ron) Carroll, 41 grandchildren, and 71 great-grandchildren.

Joe Ell Robinson, 82, of Adrian, Oregon passed away on August 26, 2018 in his daughter’s home in Caldwell, Idaho. He was able to join his wife, Darlis, for eternity just 6 days after her passing. Joe was born November 28, 1935 in Ventura, California to LaVell Messinger Robinson and Orpha Alger. He was the 5th son of 7 children. Joe had 5 brothers and 1 sister. Joe met his darling wife, Darlis Hull, when he moved to Parma, Idaho, and they quickly became high school sweethearts. A few days after his high school graduation, they were married for time and all eternity in the St. George LDS Temple on May 25, 1954. They moved several times in their early married years. In 1971 they settled in Adrian, Oregon and remained there for 47 years. Joe worked at the sugar factory in Nyssa, Oregon until his retirement. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities, including Bishop. Joe and Darlis served 3 missions together for the church and enjoyed their time serving others. They are the parents of 7 children -- Laren, Calvin, Bruce, Ranae, Larae, Curtis, and Kayla.

Joe is preceded in death by his wife, Darlis, his parents, brothers, Reed, Dean, and Merle Robinson, his sister, Linda Mark, and great-grandson, Carter Schanz. He is survived by his brothers, Paul and Lynn Robinson, his children, Laren (Cindy) Robinson, Calvin (Rebecca) Robinson, Bruce (Shana) Robinson, Ranae (Sid) Ballantyne, Larae (Kevin) Liddle, Curtis (Marie) Robinson, and Kayla (Ron) Carroll, 41 grandchildren, and 71 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Owyhee Ward Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 848 Owyhee Ave, Nyssa, Oregon, with a viewing from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Interment will follow at the Owyhee Cemetery next door to the Church. Services are under the direction of Relyea Funeral Chapel in Boise.

Labor Day Weekend...

Cole invited Kacie to go up to McCall with him, his parents (Jo and Jolene) and sister (Carriesa) and her boyfriend for the weekend.  She was a little nervous be super excited.  The first night she was feeling a little down because she wished she wasn't so shy, but each day got better and she felt more comfortable.  They rode razors,  paddle boarded, hung out by the lake and Cole got pooped on by a bird. haha!  They enjoyed the hot tub, ate out a lot, went to church and enjoyed getting to know each other. 

Cole told her in church it was nice to have a girl companion for a change.  I thought that was so cute. He just got home from his mission to Phoenix Arizona on July 31st.  They came home Monday the 3rd and I was so happy that Kacie had such a good time.  She really liked his parents and sister too! 

It was fun to have Rosie's family here for the weekend, but it was weird not having Kacie home with us and I know Mckinley really missed her.  Saturday night we had a bunch of family and friends over and the kids played on the slip n slide.  We had fun playing Corn Hole and later had smore's.  It was a nice evening.  Sunday we played more games and really enjoyed having them here for the weekend.  Monday Rosie and I picked some raspberries at Tara's house and they were able to see Kacie a little before they headed home. 

Kacie and Cole...

August 21st The day Kacie got home from Utah after seeing Kyle leave at the airport on his mission, she matched this handsome guy on Mutual. Mutual is a LDS dating site. Cole Wheeler messaged her and wanted to take her boating that night but she said she was too tired from traveling. However, the next night they went on their first date. You could say they hit it off because they have seen each other almost every night since. I knew it was serious when Kacie posted these pictures Sunday the 26th on her Snapchat story for everyone to see. They are so cute together.

Brady's 1st Day of School

Can't believe Brady is in the 8th grade!

He is the first 8th grade class in the new middle school!

We sure hope it's a great year!

We love you Brady!

Caves, Caleb's Baptism & Kyle's Farewell...

Wednesday the 15th we went to Utah after I got off work so we got a late start.  Brady and Kacie went with me and we got there around 11:30.  Traveling isn't so bad when you're going somewhere fun.  The next day I helped Rosie around the house and picking out their clothes for family pictures.  Kacie and I also went to the Outlets in Park City for a little bit before going to their appointment.  

We all loved this place and wished we could live her it was so nice and the view was so pretty.  I thought this fire pit was so cool!

Friday Rosie, Kacie, Mckinley and I did some shopping and lunch at Kneaders before meeting up with everyone at the Timpanogos Caves.  It was a hard hike up but so worth it.  The caves were so cool and hike was beautiful!

For a minute we didn't think Kacie was going to make it, but E.J. came up with this idea and it really helped and she did it!  Brady thought he needed it too so Kyle helped him up the same way.

I wished Scott could have been with us, he loves this kind of stuff but he had to stay to work.  After Rosie, Kacie and I went to Deseret Book and Costco to get all the food for Caleb's luncheon and Kyle's mission farewell.  When we were leaving Costco with two carts of food, it was really windy.  At one point we were both putting food in my car (which barely fit it all I might add) we both turned around and our carts disappeared.     We both panicked and them saw them cruising through the parking lot by the wind.  One was headed for another car but luckily it went around it just in time.  We were lucky that the parking lot was practically empty when we left.  It was so funny, I haven't laughed that hard in awhile.  Saturday morning we were able to see Caleb get baptized.  He is so cute and has such a sweet spirit.  Kyle and Mckinley did an awesome job on their talks.  I helped play the piano and all the cousins sang.  It was really nice.

After we had barbecue sandwiches with chips and salads.  

We got some cute pictures with Caleb.

Later in the afternoon we finally got some snow cones.  Brady had been begging since we got to Utah since he wasn't able to get one at the Malheur County Fair this year because he was sick.  Don't you love all the colors!

Sunday we were able to go to Kyle's mission farewell.  He did an awesome job and will be an amazing missionary.  It was so fun to spend time with so much family!

Around 1:00 Brady and I went home with Dad, Teniele and her boys because school starts on Monday.  It was hard to say goodbye and I might have even shed a tear or two.  Mom and Kacie stayed until Tuesday so they could continue helping Rosie get Kyle ready and see him off at the airport.  He will be serving in Mexico in the Monterrey West mission and training at the MTC in Mexico City for six weeks. We wish him the very best!