"Wherefore, whoso believeth in God might with surety hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God, which hope cometh of faith, maketh and anchor to the souls of men, which would make them sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works, being led to glorify God." Ether 12:4

Friday, February 20, 2009

And They Lived Happily Forever After . . .

30 years ago, Dad and his college roommates organized an unprecedented date for several very lucky women. Among other things the "10 dwarfs" made the "Fair Maidens of the Land of Ricks" wear flippers and hula hoops while singing in the library, toilet paper a car and then get arrested, decorate a cake, bowl, canoe in a swimming pool, and dress up as storybook characters (Mom was Rapunzel as pictured below).
For Valentine's Day this year, we wanted to try to recreate some of this date for Mom, Dad, and their good Rick's College Friends. The evening activities included a cake contest, the matches & bottle game, hula hooping with flippers, yoga ball bowling, guess "Who's Love Song", dinner, and a whole lot of reminiscing and laughs. Everyone seemed to have a great time. We are so thankful for the love and friendship this group has offered us through the years. We love you all!

Bryce & Patti, Steve & Jan, John & Patti, Blair & Leslie, Rick & Michelle (We missed ElRay & Roberta!)
And they continue to live happily forever after . . .

5 comments:

Barbara Jackson said...

Love and fun together, nothing better than that!!!!

Zeann said...

What a fun tribute to all. So happy you could enjoy this moment all together.Love you

David Petersen said...

Kathy says,
Just felt like telling you and Michelle how much I love you both. Dave and I can't wait to spend time with just the 2 of you. You are the ones who truly lift our spirits!
Wishing you a feel good kind of day! (:

Sorenson's said...

Rick and Michelle,
I am sure that you don't remember me, but I am Maureen King (Sorenson) and was Patti's room mate up at Ricks College. I have kept up on the happenings, occasionally, through Patti, and she told me of the challenge you are facing now. A few weeks ago, I ran into Blair and Leslie at a Wood Badge beading ceremony, and they told me of your site. Just want you to know how much you are loved and admired for the way you are hurdling your stumbling blocks. You are a true inspiration and are truly fighting your battles valiantly. Know that my prayers are being added to the many prayers already being said in your behalf. It is so fun to see the pictures of your group date. It is awesome that you all still get together-----eternal friends.
Take care and best of everything to you and yours

Siope L Kinikini said...

That's awesome. How fun!