Holly Days: The Things We Do

As Thanksgiving was drawing near, I was a little worried. It was our first big holiday away from home and our family. The ward had coordinated a potluck Thanksgiving dinner at the church, not our usual routine for a Thanksgiving, but we decided to attend. Not having enough food was a concern of all of us. We planned our menu contributions and teamed up to prepare the food. As I looked around the kitchen, I was delighted. Everyone was in there helping. Abe took on the turkey and kept washing the mounds of dirty dishes, Isaac tackled the green salad, Suzy was a huge help with everything, especially pies and rolls, Sierra, Addie and David all teamed up to peel about 20 pounds of potatoes. We loaded up all the food, took it over to the church and had a wonderful time with the members gathered there. The day turned out great, I enjoyed so much about it. Delicious food, time with family, the associations with good people all topped the list. As I thought about the day, I realized I truly have so much to be thankful for.

Great helpers

Isaac has been able to play on the Guam High School soccer team this year. He was the only freshman to make the team. Although he had an injured foot for a while and they have not had a stellar season, it has been great for him to play. It has given him a chance to improve as a player and have something to look forward to every day. We have enjoyed going to watch the games as a family. As I was looking at the photos of his games, some of my favorites are of what happens on the sidelines.

Very Guam soccer- opponents, background, weather

Notice the cute ball girl, Suzy and Sierra were troopers chasing balls at the home games.


All eyes on number 9

Great kid on and off the field

Isaac with his game face on


Beautiful ending to a great game

Side line show

Are they watching the game?

One very cute, but slightly silly girl

Oh the things they do...

Someone has been taking notes

Did I mention goofy?


Big sister explaining the finer points of soccer

There is a spot on the island known as Spanish Steps. A short hike leads to a fabulous snorkeling spot with crystal clear water surrounded by high cliffs sprouting flowers. It is normally closed because it is near some ammunition storage, so when it opened for the weekend we took advantage of the opportunity to check it out. Needless to say, we were not disappointed.