The Worthen Clan

Elder Worthen

2009-03-02T11:25:00.000-08:00

I think that he deserves a nice picture after the crazy one I put in earlier. It is monday morning, and I sit and wait all morning until I recieve the latest email telling me of the last great adventure. Modern technology, what a blessing!

A trip down memory lane!

2009-03-02T11:17:00.000-08:00

I just thought it would be fun to show some of Robert's mission pictures similar to Clayton's. The first picture is of Robert in his rain boots. Uruguay gets a lot of rain. The second is his picture pointing to his call. And last, but not least, is Robert's family picture at the MTC. He, his parents, and sister were all in the MTC at the same time, all headed to South America, and all speaking Spanish.

Tired Daddy

2009-03-02T11:06:00.000-08:00

Our Daddy works really hard to take good care of us. Some days, he just needs a little nap with his trusty companion, Lucy! ( Lauren's eye patch really adds, don't you think?)

Elder Worthen

2009-03-02T10:47:00.000-08:00

This is Elder Worthen. What a handsome kid! The top picture is Clayton, standing in an ice and sleet storm starring at the world. I love the calmness he portrays. This picture, to me, is truly symbolic of his mission so far. There has been a lot of storms, but he quietly relys on the Lord, and his calm. The next picture was taken at the Gettysburg Cemetery. He is standing with his first companion, Elder Crump. The last picture was taken just before leaving the MTC. What a blessing it has been for us to have a missionary serving!

Pennsylvania, Harrisburg Mission, Here he comes!

2008-11-05T07:56:00.000-08:00

Pennsylvania, Harrisburg Mission! My son is headed to an amazing place. In his mission is Gettysburg's, the Sesquahanna River, Hershy, Lancaster County. So much history took place in that area. I am so excited for him, and for all the cool quilting material I can get. He leaves on December 3 and we are frantically trying to have him ready.

The Missionary & the WAIT!

2008-08-14T16:20:00.001-07:00

Clayton will kill me for this photo, but that is part of the joy of being the mom. I just thought I would write down some of my crazy feelings at this time. Clayton has turned in his papers to serve a 2 year mission for our church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We are waiting anxiously to hear where he will be called to serve. I have waited his whole life for this opportuntiy, and I am so excited for him, and yet I will miss him terribly!

Laurel Trip

2008-08-04T08:41:00.001-07:00

SMILE! "Spiritually minded is life eternal." 2 Nephi 9:39. This was the theme of our weekend. We had a great time. We stayed at the Palazzo Hotel on the 41st floor, swam, rode in a limo, ate dinner at the top of the Stratosphere, watched the water show at the Belagio, went through museums, ate dessert and Godiva chocolate at 11:30 at night, went on gondola rides and really nourished our souls in the gospel.

I have been so blessed to have been able to work with these young women, and their leaders. They have strengthened my testimony, lifted my feeble knees, and followed where I have led. Thank You!

The Graduate!

2008-06-18T15:41:00.000-07:00

I do not know if you can see the face, but Clayton was not the most excited of the 780 graduates.

His mother and father were very excited!
His brother and sisters were excited to try on the "death eater" robes.

Clayton and Reese!

Tag #2

2008-06-02T13:50:00.000-07:00

4 jobs I've had:
Book keeper/ bill payer Adventure Charter and Tours
Receptionist for an Acconting firm in Nashville
Sales associate for Nordstrom
Sales associate for ZCMI
4 Movies I have or would like to watch over and over:
While You Were Sleeping
RV
Father of the Bride
Cheaper By The Dozen
4 of my favorite foods:
Sugar Cookies
Taco Salad
Chicken Green Chili Salad
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
4 places I have lived:
Utah
Tennessee
Las Vegas
Colorado
4 people who email me regularly:
Christine
Lisa
Robert
junk mail
4 places I'd rather be:
Hawaii
San Diego
Hawaii
shopping
4 things to look forward to this year:
Summer with my kids
Clayton going on a mission
Clayton going to the temple
Christmas
4 people I tag:
Lisa
Lori
Christine

Quilts

2008-05-28T14:59:00.001-07:00

My new crazy obsession, QUILTING. I needed something that would let me use my creative juices, while not depleting my pocket book. These are three of the 12 I have done since January. I think I need to try something new, or hurry and finish the 6 I have started, or at least the fabric for, before my kids are home for summer. Help!

E KOMO MAI. . . Happy 20th Anniversary

2008-05-13T09:25:00.000-07:00

We have changed a little over the years, but hopefully for the better!

I can not believe it has been 20 years, and he is still as hot as ever!

4A Sunset Regional Champions

2008-05-10T15:53:00.000-07:00

What an incredible week of volleyball games. This is the final score of the Regional Championship.
Clayton was awarded 2nd team all division for Outside Hitter.
The motley crew accepting their award.
My 6'3" son. What a great kid!
Swapping plaques with Coach Clarke.

The Ark

2008-05-05T14:20:00.000-07:00

My Husband, the tiger! Roar! Our stake put on the play, THE ARK this year. Robert was one of the animals on board. I had so many comments on how animated he was, and that he had missed his true calling. He has always been a great preform er. Lauren got to be one of the monkeys. I do not have her in her costume, but Bishop Ballard captured her dancing with her dad on stage after one of the performances. I am so glad my daughter loves to dance!

Senior Prom

2008-04-13T16:39:00.001-07:00

Clayton and Courtney went to Senior Prom together. She has been a friend since 9th grade photography class.

Lucy

2008-04-08T22:19:00.000-07:00

For all those of you who doubted that I could keep a dog, may I present Lucy. She is a Yorkie, and has brought a great deal of love with her. All of us tend to spoil her rotten, especially Robert. I guess she is our newest child.

Volleyball 2008

2008-04-02T16:19:00.000-07:00

Springtime at the Worthen home means Volleyball! I love to watch the boys play, except when I am too nervous to open my eyes. I will fill in the details later, I do not want to jinx anything.

Spring Break 2008

2008-04-02T14:26:00.000-07:00

For spring break, Spencer, Megan, Lauren, Christine, Jake and I headed to beautiful Southern California for a crazy, wet week. We visited Universal Studios and thought we might lose Lauren to heart failure from the back lot tour. (i.e. the earthquake, King Kong sighting, and the flood) But she survived long enough to land two trips on the Jurassic Park 84 foot waterfall ride.

We also traveled to San Diego to enjoy Sea World. We even ate dinner pool side with Shamu. I left with soaking wet shoes. Nothing like "Journey to Atlantis" and "Ship Wreck Rapids" to leave your clothes dry!

We also went over to Coronado. I think this is probably my favorite place to be. I love the smell and peace that comes with the ocean.