Jayson's Safety Patrol

Jayson is doing his job in the Safety Patrol


The end of elementary school brings the end of many fun things. Jayson was selected at the beginning of the year to be in the Safety Patrol. Every few weeks, he gets to go to school early and stay late so that he can help his fellow school mates cross the street safely. Yesterday, he was rewarded for all of his hard work. He and his fellow safety patrol folks were taken to Wild Waves. For those of you who don't live around here, it is a water park/amusement park. It is a lot of fun. Jayson spent all day there. Here is a picture of Jayson doing his job at school. Isn't he handsome?

Tessa Ross is AWESOME!

I just wanted you ALL to know how much I appreciate Tessa. She came over to my home last night and stayed and helped me learn how to attatch pictures and cute backgrounds to my blog. Yippee. Now it is not so boring after all. I asked a multitude of retarted questions that most middle schoolers can figure out computer wise, and she never made me feel stupid. I really had a fun time, Tessa and I love your sunny happy disposition on life. It is contagious. Also thanks to Dani for blogging in the first place and getting me started on my own blog. I have the best friends. I love that the Church brings great people together. Thanks Tessa !!

Dance Card time is here!

It is official.....Sasha is now old enough to get her dance card. For those of you that don't go to our Church, a teenager is officially able to go to Church dances when they turn 14. Today is that magical day. Sasha has gracefully aged from 13 to 14. I just reminded her to get her interview with the Bishop and get that all important little card as it is her passport to teenage "heaven". We all know that with dancing comes BOYS ! She is also old enough to attend EFY ( Especially for Youth). This is a week long intensive youth conference that is AWESOME! This program builds teenagers in spirit, confidence, knowledge of the gospel, and excitement for life. I can't believe that Sasha is 14. Where does the time go? 14 years ago I was super excited to have Dave and I's first baby together. She was definately a red head right from the beginning. Such a sweet baby then and such a fun kiddo now.

Sasha at Divisional Track Meet

Yesterday was great for many reasons. Sarah's birthday....for sure...but also as important is that Sasha qualified for the Clover Park District Track Meet for Middle School. She has been on the Mann Middle School track team for the past 3 years. This child of mine LOVES to run. I don't know where she got that talent as it is definately NOT something that I like to do. She qualified in the 100 meter dash, the 4 X 100 meter relay, and the 400 meter race. She came in third in the 100 meter dash , her relay team made second on the 4 X 100 meter relay, then she came in 5th in the 400 meters. She was a bit bummed that she didn't do what she wanted, but I am proud of her for trying hard and running her little heart out. Yesterday it was over 90 degrees and the athletes are not really used to that kind of heat. Granny Linda and Granddad Rex were there to cheer her on. Way to go, Sasha !! Keep up the hard work. Now...on to Lakes High School.

Sasha winning a previous 400 m race

I have lost a teenager !

Well, it has happened at the Mathison home. Yesterday was a very monumental day. It was the day that we lost a teenager. Yes ! Sarah had a birthday and she is 20 !! No more teenage life for her. I cannot believe that it has been 20 years since I brought her into this awesome world. She is an amazing young woman who has her head on strait. ( Yes, I am bragging, but I am her mother and I have that right.) She brings such life to our family. Now we only have one teenager at home instead of two. Sasha is still in the throws of teenage-hood, so it will still be exciting around here. Anyway, I just wanted you to know of that awesome milestone that happened. Enjoy your babies because they grow up super fast.

No more Cub Scouts

Jayson, Andrea, Dave, and Sasha with Jay as he received his Arrow of Light Award at Cub Scouts May 26,2009

Last night was a very monumental night for our family. Jayson, who is our first and only son, earned his Arrow of Light and bridged over to the Boy Scouts. No more Cub Scouts for him. He is one step closer to his Eagle. The Arrow of Light award is the only Cub Scout award that he can wear on his big Boy Scout uniform. Here is who was here for the big event: Dave, Andrea, Jayson, of course, Sasha, Granny Linda, Granddad Rex, and Aunty Pam. It was a nice ceremony. Maybe someday I will figure out how to add a picture or two (Hint Hint) to make this blog nicer to read.

Hanging out the laundry !!

Ok...so I am not a great blogger yet. I have been enjoying the great weather and taking advantage of the warm weather. I love to have my laundry hung out to dry. It makes them smell wonderful, uses no electricity , and I get to have my skin exfoliated when I use hard towels. Such a deal. Heavenly Father is the best ! One of my best friends in my ward, always hangs her laundry outside too. We love calling each other and telling each other how many loads of clothes are on the line. We encourage each other in our quest for "frugalness". I always tell my family that I love the months of May through October because I can dry clothes for free. I tell then that they should support me in this as it leaves more money in the budget for McDonald's, movies, and such. They are not as happy about the clothes line as I am. Oh well......maybe the next load.