May Happenings

 As you all know, Matt got his mission call to Monterrey, Mexico and tonight he was able to go to the temple.

 It was a wonderful experience for Richard and I to have another one of our children go to the temple and make sacred covenants. 

 Sarah and Shawn went to Prom during the month of May.

 We were able to help out at Special Olympics this year and had a really fun time.  The Cluffs just might enjoy this activity more than the participants.

 Special Olympics really is special.  If you haven't gotten involved with helping that organization yet, we highly recommend it.

 These are some of the beautiful flowers that I received for Mother's Day.

 Paige had a birthday on May 14, and turned 14.  That means it was her "golden" birthday.  That is when your age is the same as the day of the month you were born.

 Some of Paige's friends stopped by and decorated her room.  In our family you are allowed to wear make-up once you turn 14. 

 This is what Paige looks like now that she gets to wear make-up. :)  Just kidding!  Paige is beautiful and goes by the rule that less is more when it comes to applying make-up.  Good job, Paige!

 Paige is not a morning person, so we had to poke her a little bit and get her to wake up so that she could open her presents in the morning while we were all home to see.

 One of the gifts she got was the game of Life.  I must say that I despise this game and am of the opinion that whomever created it should be punished severely.  You've heard of the song that never ends?  Well, this is the game that never ends, but because it was her birthday, we did play it. 

 Some of Paige's friends also got up early and wrote her some great messages in sidewalk chalk all over our driveway.

 Paige enjoyed reading her cards and opening her gifts.

Happy Birthday, Paige!  We love you and are glad you are part of our family!