New Experiences

I can't believe I'm actually posting twice in one month. That is definitely a new experience.

Other new experiences for the Oliphant family this week: Andrew had his cast removed. The saw was definitely too scary, all that noise right next to him. He had to have a second cast put on, just a short one, for two weeks. The x-rays showed one bone still wasn't healed enough. At least he wasn't screaming at the sight of his x-rays again.

Sarah has her first real cold of the year, and is staying home from school today. That meant I didn't have to wake everyone up and get Peter to school since Kendall took him to school instead of taking Sarah earlier. Oh, for the days of no morning driving!

Sarah is also participating in a special youth choir for the church. They've been rehearsing for the past month or so. This Saturday they are doing the audio recording at the conference center, and on the first week of November they are doing the video recordings. My understanding is that the recording will then be sent to stakes or wards all over North America for a New Year's celebration they are doing. She is growing up WAY too fast for my comfort.

Both Kendall and I have new callings. Kendall was called to be the new Cub Scout Pack leader a few months ago, which he finds he is actually enjoying. (Except for meetings, which he's never liked.)

I was called as the ward choir director just last week. I replaced a wonderful lady who was the director for 6 years and a former member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Talk about intimidating. I haven't decided whether it will be fun or scary, but it will give me more reasons to visit Day Murray and get music. ;-) So I'm in charge of Christmas music...I hope no one is too disappointed in me or my choices. Talk about a growth experience!

Benji is old enough for nursery!!! That is just a joyful thing. Yea!!!!!!!! A great new experience for him (and Kendall and I, not having to deal with him during meetings anymore.)

I'll definitely have to do a Christmas playlist, though, since I'm having to be all musical now. :)