Denton Jubilee (Denton Stake 50th Anniversary)

After Cousin's Camp we stayed for the weekend to enjoy the Denton Jubilee. Steve actually drove up with Kevin Dolan (a member of our ward now who was also in the Denton Stake) The Stake that I grew up in was celebrating 50 years. It was a huge production. Friday night was for adults only. They had a nice BBQ for us and then a great evening full of some entertainment and some great speakers. Sister Elaine Dalton's (General YW President)husband served his mission in Denton and was able to come and speak to us that night. And yes, of course, I made sure I got to meet her.

Amy, Scott, Steve, Me, Mom, Eric, Mandi & Ryan (my dad must have been off talking to all his friends)

Part of Decatur's spot on the timeline wall

Me and Virginia. She is my Relief Society President now in my Katy ward, but also grew up in the Denton Stake. It was neat to see her and her family there.

The Cannon Clan:Ryan & Mom

Eric & Mandi (Yeah! I got a picture of Mandi!)

Steve and I

Scott & Amy

Jack & Claudia (Mom & Dad)

Saturday, started out with a stake service project, but not all of us went. Heard it was great-a lot more work than they thought. Then the youth put on a fabulous roadshow production. I wish stakes did those more often.
This is a picture Rachel took during the roadshow. CuTe!

The Cannon Clan went out to eat before we headed on over to the H20 water park that was rented out just for the Denton Jubilee. Water Park FUN!

What a good weekend. I was able to reconnect with a few old friends during the weekend and enjoyed being reminded of the history of the stake and hearing all about the long time members that I knew. You can read all about the history of the Denton Stake by reading "When the Saints Came Marching In" (A History of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Denton, Texas 1958-2008. You will read about Decatur starting on page 281 which will lead you to the contribution my family had to the growth of the church in that area.

Good Memories and Lots of Strong Latter-Day Saints!

Just pictures of the kids having fun with Uncle Ryan. He came for the Jubilee too. It was good to see him.

Before Tile & After Tile

Why does anyone with common sense put carpet in a bathroom? Well, it only took us 5 years to finally get rid of it. But Yeah! The carpet is gone and Steve has done a fabulous job with the tile. Here are some before, during and after pictures. He did this while the rest of the family was away at Cousin's Camp and I think he also did a great job documenting his progress.
(By the way, my sweet Grandma has carpet in her bathroom, but that is okay)

BEFORE

DURING

AFTER, but before the new baseboards

AFTER

Steve also made the new towel rack & put knobs on the drawers and cupboards.

We love our new bathroom. Thank you SWEETIE for all your hard work!

Cousin Camp Day #3

I can't remember what we did or what we were suppose to do this morning. Lauren got sick last night and was throwing up all over the place. So we stayed away from everyone for a little bit. It is hard to stay away for too long. So we made it to the award ceremonies at Pizza Hut for Lunch(Thank You Aunt Amy). I thought I could keep her with me and no else would get sick. I believe it worked this time, at least no one else got sick.

The Awards received were: Lauren-The Great Sharer, Rachel-Responsible & Reliable Cousin, Matthew-The Fearless Leader and Ethan-A Good Leader.

The rest of the afternoon was spent in the pool.
Here are some pictures of what I am sure all little granddaughters do at their Grandma's house, sweep dirt. These girls have their own little "house" that they take care of quite well right outside Grandma's kitchen window. It is so fun to watch them.

Rachel & KaDee enjoying their hang out time together.

Here I am taking some dance lessons from these two little rock stars...
Lauren & Macy
Rachel loves to get a hold of my camera, I guess she is following my example, and she took these pictures of KaDee & Kassity while playing with all of Grandma's toys.

I can't remember when we actually did this. But here we are rewarding the kids for their GREAT job in the service scavenger hunt. Cute Pictures!

The End of the 3rd Annual Cannon Cousin's Camp!

Cousin Camp Day #2

We started Day #2 off with a Service Scavenger Hunt. It sounded a lot more fun than it was. The plan was for the cousins to work together and help get Grandma & Grandpa's house spic n span. Se we divided into two teams and gave them a list of things they could do, which they got points for. And whoever got the most points would win and we would all go to McDonald's for ice cream.

Well, for the most part it was just a big fight. There was some cleaning and some working together for a few moments, but not enough to make any difference to the house or to the cousin bonding experience or to the learning to serve experience.
We should have had at least all the cleaning supplies figured out and ready to go, which may have eased the pain a little bit. But we tried!

Sweeping is definitely always a big hit at Grandma's house. And I think almost everyone had a turn doing it.

Later that day we went to the $1.50 movies at the Golden Triangle Mall and we saw Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. My kids laughed a ton in the first one, this one wasn't as good. But still good to go out.

We took a picture here two years ago at cousin's camp with Grandma & Grandpa. It is fun to see how much they have all grown.

2009 2007
Dinner was at Aunt Mandi's. We hamburgers and S'mores over the grill.

I had to take this picture of Max with his dirty face, hands & feet, tattooed arm and baggy pants. I just love that he is ALL boy.

Speaking of boys. Here is little Matthew with Uncle Scott , Aunt Amy & Fun Cousin Ethan.

Rachel & Isabelle showing off the necklaces we made.

I can see these two being BYU roommates in the future. So Cute!

Good Night Day #2!