On Friday, June 1st, we lost a dear friend of ours, Micah Daniel Potter. Our kids loved Micah almost as much as we did. Sometimes they didn't know whether to laugh at him or take him seriously, which was pretty entertaining. Personally, I have some great memories of Micah that I would like to share.
1990-1991 - This was my sophmore year in high school. I would walk to Michelle's house with her for lunch once or twice a week, sometimes more. Sometimes her Dad would make us his famous chicken wings (which I had never had before then). I remember the first time I met Micah, and the only reason I think it was during this time is because it was during the day at his family home that I met him, but I could be wrong. Anyways, I remember one of the first thoughts about him was, "Wow, he's a little odd." I remember thinking that he was nothing like David (his little brother), they looked related, but that's about it. Every time I went to Michelle's and Micah was home, he was always singing. I never knew any of the songs he sang, but when he sang he was in the zone. He was also very intimidating to me because his voice seemed so loud, which was something I grew to love.
Sometime in 2004 - Picture it - a ward talent show. Minty had talked a few of us into singing a goofy song with actions, which we did. One of the memories I have of that night was Micah whistling & yelling while we performed our silly song (which I have on video if anyone would like to see it!). When our little performance was done, he was among the many that hooted & hollered for us. Good times.
Summer, 2006 - We were eating dinner at the Potter home & the kids were playing outside. Sam came running inside yelling "Trevor's in trouble!". A few moments later, Trevor walks in the back door with Micah & has a sheepish look on his face, and Micah was holding a green pepper (from his garden) that had a huge bite taken out of it. Trevor had helped himself to Micah's pepper - oops! He knew from that moment on to NOT touch anything in Micah's garden! The best part is that while Micah was pretty irritated, he couldn't stop himself from smiling. Trevor giggles every time we talk about that memory.
Spring/Summer, 2007 - I lost count of how many times the Potter's ended up at our house (or us at theirs) to snack on fresh artisan bread dipped in olive oil & vinegar, it was just something we always did with them from this point on. Anyways, I remember one of the times they stopped by our house with a fresh loaf - Sam was sitting next to his Dad at my island eating a green apple (his favorite) & he started asking Micah all kinds of weird questions. As the conversation went on (and on, and on), Micah's voice got louder (and louder, and louder) until it was booming, just like his Dad's voice. I remember thinking for an instant that Dan Potter was in the same room with me, and from that moment on I thought about him every time I heard Micah's booming voice.
Spring, 2009 - Brad & I were a Ma & Pa on our Stake's Pioneer Trek. Micah was a member of the Stake YM Presidency at the time & attended the trek. From the first moment he was a member of our family. He walked with us, did all of the activities with us, cooked & ate dinners with us, and hung out with us. One of my favorite pictures from that trek is the one of our family & Micah. Brad's arm is around Micah & it seems like it just belongs there. Our 'kids' grew to love him & learned about hard work from following his example, from chopping wood to chopping onions - he got it done.
For as long as I can remember - Anytime we questioned anything, the answer would usually end up being "Ask Micah". What kind of tree is that? I don't know, take a picture of it, text it to Micah & ask him what it is..... What does this word mean? I don't know, let me call Micah & ask him...... Why does this flower grow in your garden, but it doesn't grow in mine? You know who will know? That's right - ask Micah. I've already caught myself a few times over this last month & having to stop myself from saying "Ask Micah".
The memories I have from the last 3 years have become somewhat sacred to me, and I hold them pretty dear to my heart. I will never forget Micah Potter, and I will always feel the impact he had on my life & the life of my little family.
I love you Micah & miss you dearly. Until we meet again!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
A dear friend
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
So far in May....
We are almost halfway through May and I'm finally finding time to catch this blog up (not that anyone but me reads it). Some of the things we've done so far this month....
- CRT's
- PTA events
- Baseball & Volleyball games (still)
- Teacher Appreciation week
- Camp meetings - can't wait!
- Field Day - fun & HOT
Zoë has been helping out a sister in our ward on Thursday afternoons. I take her over to her house and Zoë moves her home health supplies back to her bathroom for her. It is teaching her not only to appreciate good health, but she's learning to appreciate what a good family she has. This dear sister does not have the most supportive (or even nice) family, so she is very happy that she has the family that she has.
April, 2012
Just a quick run down of April....
- Spring break - out at 10 am all week - yay!
- Baseball games
- Cannonville for Zane's Eagle Project - what a great getaway!
- Volleyball games
- Baseball games
- Cub Scout day camp
- YW Camp fundraiser - thank you for your support!
- Chuck-E-Cheese night...crazy.
- Volleyball games
- Youth Conference
- CRT's
- Did I mention baseball & volleyball games?!
March, 2012
Wow - I'm so behind! Happenings in March were:
- Beginning of baseball season! Practice officially started!
- PTA carnival - what a success for all those little cowgirls & cowboys!
- New season of volleyball is upon us. Zoë's team is moving up to the 13-15 year old division. We'll see how they do!
- Attended New Beginnings with Zoë. I can't believe she's going to be in YW this year.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Random happenings
Brad & I went to a Lakers game with Brent & Camille a couple weeks ago. This is a picture from our seats. It was awesome! The Lakers won, so we got 2 free tacos from Jacks. Sweet!
Brad is an 'Owl' (Woodbadge). A friend of ours, Heidi Cecil, gives Brad a hard time about his owl collection every chance she gets. I think it's funny that she contributed to his collection when she made him this little beauty! Isn't it so cool?! He decided to display it in his office at the church.
Brad & Chelsi at the Johnson batting cages (in Lance & Mindi's backyard). They're both adorable!
We were shopping in the shoe department at Dillards at the Fashion Show Mall & ran into Rich Franklin. He was really nice.
Brad & I took the kids on a little side trip in December when we went up for Kolbey's wedding. Zoë took this picture for us on the steps of the St. George temple.
This pic is from last Fall, but I love it. This is Zoë & Sav at Disneyland. She looks like a little mini Zoë to me sometimes.
This is Trevor & his cousin Lily. We went to eat at Macayo's with Katie last time they came to visit. This picture shows how much Trevor loves little kids.
In other news (pictures will be coming for some of these events).....
- Brad was called to be the Bishop in our ward. (So when do the blessings start coming?)
- I was released as a counselor in the YW program & was called as the Primary Pianist and the Ward Camp Director. How does one go from having 1 calling to 2? Hmmmmm
- Zoë started another volleyball season. So far it's been a little tough. Her coach is moving up an age bracket next season, so we'll see how that goes!
- Trevor won 1st place at the Pinewood Derby - yay! He really wants to race in the District Finals. We'll see. :)
Monday, January 2, 2012
Busy year so far...I have a feeling it's about to get worse!
This year is starting off pretty good!
We headed up to UT after church yesterday to see my parents & sisters. We went up for Kolbey's wedding on 12/17, so I guess this was our Christmas/New Year's trip.
A great time was had by all this weekend. We gathered at Mom & Dad's last night and scarfed down some yummy enchiladas, seven layer dip & home made salsa - yum! Then had some cinnamon roll cake & chocolate dipped treats for dessert - more yum! It was nice to hang out with the grown ups while the kids played together.
Today was so laid back & perfect - I hate to say it but it still feels like the calm before the storm... Anyways, we woke up late (for us) and enjoyed making breakfast with my parents. It was so calm & peaceful to just sit down, enjoy a meal and not be in a hurry to leave the table or clean it up. After saying our good byes we headed to a couple of antique stores. We found nothing but junk!
We were after a quilt rack, so we decided to swing by one last store on or way out, and low & behold we found just what we were looking for! I love it when that happens.
We headed home (after our gas station lunch in Mesquite) and took the kids out to a movie, We bought a Zoo, and dinner. They're now safely tucked in bed where I'll be in about an hour!
Back to life, back to reality!
Night all!
2012
Dear 2012,
I'm not sure whether I want to embrace you or give you the finger. So far you've earned 1 1/2 hugs & 1/2 of a bird. Pretty good odds - please keep it up.
Love,
Me
Pics from the last couple of months
Zoe - #8!
Brad - breaking through the banner after halftime at the Ward Football Game/Fall party.
Mine are Gru (Dispicable Me) & Wednesday Adams. I don't think either one of them cracked a smile almost the whole night, until they were on the dance floor with Donald & Goofy!
Brad & I - waiting for the kiddos to get off Tower of Terror
Grizzly River Run! (I love the face the guy next to Brad is making!)
She's not annoyed or anything.....
Sweet girl.....
Newport Beach - it was such a beautiful day. 
T-Bone playing 2nd base. It was a little weird not seeing him on 1st or behind the plate....
Harbor zonked out after trick-or-treating. His Yoda costume cracked me up!
I though I had pictures of Cannonville, but I guess not! :(
Playing catch up...
August, 2011
- Played water games @ the Stake Park with the Youth - loved it!
- Dentist for kids
- Rain gutter regatta - always a good time
- Fall ball started
- School started!
- San Fran with the McAllisters to a SF Giants game - always a BLAST to go anywhere with them!
- Got released from Primary & put in YW presidency
- Volleyball season starts - new coach...yay!
- Trevor got his cast off - yay!
- One of the girls I taught in Primary got married - really?!
- Open houses/Picture days
- The Birms son got married - really?!
October, 2011
- Volleyball games
- Baseball games
- Road shows!!
- Disneyland trip! (pics to follow.....)
- Cannonville trip! (pics to follow....)
- Halloweenie!!
November, 2011
- Cub Scout flag retirement for Veterans Day
- Scouting for Food
- Thanksgiving at my house - YUM!
December, 2011
- Niece attended the temple in preparation to be married - really?!
- PTA activities
- Nelson family party
- Ward Christmas party, always a good time
- Another volleyball season gets underway
- Parent/teacher conference
- YW in Excellence
- Kolbey & Axton got married - really?!
- Christmas caroling with close friends
- Relief Society Service Swap - AWESOME
- No Cub Scouts for 2 weeks. Sweet.
- I only worked 14 days this month. Awesome.
There! All caught up (more for me then for anyone!) Now, on to not getting behind any more!
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