Update from the Walchs

The Walchs are enjoying a whirlwind spring. We loved our time in Hawaii and Collin has realized that it may be tough to remain motivated while attending school there. He leaves on August 12th and has his first game on August 15th with the BYUH soccer team. He will return in September to play UC Santa Cruz, Sonoma State and Notre Dame all in Northern CA. It will be fun to have him play here. He is ready to graduate, and we are more than ready to have him do so. His team just won state and will compete in the regionals in June in Las Vegas...oh joy.

Lindsay is driving with her permit. It is an adventure for whoever accompanies her. I think she is improving. I think having your permit for 6 months is a good idea. She is much better at Piano and art, and recently won the Rotary Outstanding Student Award. She works hard and we are very proud of her.

Riley is also working hard in school. He comes at things from a little different angle. He loves guns and is very curious to know what Matt is going to do with all his weapons. Today Riley was going to spend some time at Wilson's work. He was loading up a variety of toys when Gillian told him, "I really think you should do some bonding". "What" said Riley "I think you should not take toys but do some bonding with Dad." Riley who had gone on a father son overnight on Friday with Wilson said, "I bonded all day with him on Saturday, that is enough!"

Gillian is our resident therapist and conscience. She especially likes to tell Riley what to do. She is enjoying Violin and a dance class, and achievement days.

Wilson and I celebrate our 20th anniversary on the 29th. Hard to believe. Luckily he still likes me and has agreed to stay on. He is a great husband and dad, and fixit guy and bishop.

I think we should all participate in this blog. It is an easy and fun way to keep in touch. Thanks Tait for welcoming us aboard.

Hope to see everyone soon!
Buffy