December Relief Society Meeting

Thanks to those who came out to our December Meeting and for those who are showing such patience  as the year ends and the new presidency works to get things on track.
We had some great handmade cards put together that will be mailed to http://www.give2thetroops.org/

We also had fun decorating sugar cookies (sorry they tasted like frosted hockey pucks, Sister Olson makes great candy, but lousy cookies) and delivered them to the bishopric and a few other homes in the ward.

FYI--we're going to have a nursery available from now on for all Relief Society Night activities, if nobody shows up to use it by 7:30, we will close it up and send our helpers home.

There were quite a few different types of cookies and hot cocoa and it was a nice, quiet time to just visit and relax.

Starting in January, we're going to be doing visiting teaching interviews and making a few changes to the routes.

We really appreciate those who extended prayers and fasting for Sister Thayne this month, she said she felt the support and her pain was lessened by it. While she is in the Legacy Center, she really could use some company, she's unable to read or crochet due to how much it hurts to put any pressure on her hip, and the TV shows are getting pretty boring.
Those of you who can, please go stop by and say hi to her and Don, or swing by the house and make sure Betty has her chocolate needs met. :)

The Fowers family moved this week to California-- just when we all got to know them!! We will miss them and the energy and compassion Nikki brought to our ward in the short time they were here.
We really have an amazing ward and while it's been a year filled with changes, some big losses and trials for many, the love that is shared and the special spirit this ward has makes such a difference. You each touch lives in more ways than you realize and have changed the lives of others for good. Thank you so much for your service, your love and the willingness you have shown to center your lives around the Savior.

Ward Holiday Party 2011

A big thank you to all who helped with the ward party this year!

Kristi Smith put in a lot of work into the evening and we had a really good turn out.
 The ward enjoyed a great dinner, yummy desserts and the BEST company ever.  Friends, family and neighbors were there, all enjoying the food and each other.

We watched a DVD of The Christmas Orange and probably ate way too many desserts ( I want the recipe for that chocolate sheet cake....) and listened to the primary kids sing a couple of songs about The Savior.

Here some of  our pictures from tonight, there will also be more pictures on facebook. If you're not there already- our ward page is located at http://www.facebook.com/groups/149645311783262/

Larry Hiller made my  personal favorite house....

The Andrus Family won  the competition. They did a model of the ward house building across the street, complete with cars in the parking loy. Great job!!

Andrus House

 Olson and Grothaus houses

December Meeting

Sweetie Pies

We had a great time last night at the November relief Society Meeting!

The Pie Social was a great way to visit and enjoy a little teaser of what may be found in some of the 9th Ward kitchens this Thanksgiving.

Sher and Betty did a great job teaching us how to make pie crusts and we shared some recipes and laughs.

The Bishopric even stopped by for a few slices.
 It was great to learn some of the tricks to make a really good pie crust from scratch.

Thanks everyone for all your hard work and amazing pies!!

Katie Bridal Shower

Luanne threw a super fun bridal shower for Kathy's daughter, Katie.
We had a great time and it was really fun getting to know more about Katie and her husband to be.

 Katie, Kathy (and Katie's Aunt?)

Karin Holmgren & Katie

Jolene and Nikki

For those who may not have heard, a new Relief Society Presidency was called on Sunday.
Thank- you to our Dear Sisters, Lisa, Kristi and Lori for the service and love they have shown us as a Relief Society over the past season. You've been supportive and your strength and hard work have been appreciated and we all love you so.
Please be sure to convey your words of love and thanks to them when you get the chance. They have worked so hard and given so much.
Our new president is Betty Fail with Kathy Groathas and Chris Olson as counselors and Ila Hiller as secretary.

Betty Fail

November 9th

Be there or be square, Sisters.

Bibs's Special Day

Congrats to Bibs McDonald on her going to the temple today! It was great to see so many come out to the Salt Lake Temple this afternoon, and those who were not able to make it, your love was felt. :)
After the session, Marj hosted an informal get together where Bibs and her family were able to visit with folks from the ward. Thanks for all the work and effort that was put in to the day, and thanks to Bibs for sharing your special event with us.

Familiar Faces

These aren't specifically from Relief Society events, but I thought it would be fun to share some of the friendly faces of some of our fellow sisters in the ward.
Look out, you could be next!
**Thank you to Gwen, Maylou and Nikki for all of the hard work they did putting together the Mother/Daughter dinner for our Senior Primary kiddos!!!

Knitting Group

**Thank you to Gwen, Maylou and Nikki for all of the hard work they did putting together the Mother/Daughter dinner for our Senior Primary kiddos!!!