5 1/2 years ago Ann Farrenkopf was the first person Joey taught when he was on his mission in Wisconsin. Ann and her family have become special friends. It has been a difficult journey at times for Ann being the only member in her family. Her testimony is stronger though because of it. Ann was able to go through the Temple for the first time just before Joey and Raegan were married in November. It was an extra special day when she was able to be in a sealing room for the first time and witness Joey & Raegan's beautiful wedding. Last weekend Joey, Raegan, & I were able to go to Wisconsin for Ann's daughter Katie' baptism. It was such an amazing evening, the spirit that was felt there was so strong! Ann's s husband Kurt and their sons Steven & Daniel were also there to share this happy occasion for Katie. It was a very emotional night for me as I was able to witness Joey baptize & confirm Katie.
Katie will be attending BYU this fall
We had some really good laughs, some we couldn't take pictures of (hee-hee)!!
More incredible people... The Perez Family. When Jim & I were in WI with Joey after he returned home from his mission we were able to meet this great family. Some of them were in AZ a couple of yrs ago & we were able to get together with them again. We had so much fun on Sunday afternoon at a bbq at their house...talking, eating, & playing football (I was just a spectator)!
Lake Michigan
I flew to Milwaukee and Joey & Raegan flew to Chicago. They had a few hours together before Ann picked me up in Milwaukee & we drove to Chicago together. Then the four of us wandered the streets of Chicago, ate dinner, and then drove to Wisconsin. I would like to go back there someday, it seems like a fun city!
Katie performs in a group called Main Street...we were able to go see them at a show they were doing for a rest home...they were so much fun to watch & listen to!
Wisconsin was so beautiful & green! I had such a blast with Joey & Raegan...it was a much needed break for all three of us!!
