It's been a bit.

1. Cousin night at the Dixon home. We haven't had "cousin nights" as often as we used to- guess that's what happens as everyone has more kids and busier schedules. It was fun though as we all brought a different course for the fondue night- and the kids wore their costumes while running around playing together.

2. Jake's new calling. Jake was called as the Young Men's President yesterday! He's nervous and excited. I'm excited for him- but sad that this means I'll be released from my calling with the young women (with 2 little ones we can't BOTH be at Wednesday night activities very easily) but that was probably coming anyway since I've been in there over 3 years now. It is kinda funny though because Jake has been wanting to work with the youth. When he was in meetings and they started talking about upcoming changes in the young men's he was secretly hoping he might get moved there. He even felt a little guilty when his name was mentioned by one of the counciler's and the Bishop said, "But Brother Runyan is a bit too much of need here as the executive secretary" and Jake responded jokingly; "Aw, I could do both." He felt guilty because he didn't want to "vie" for a position. He mostly just wanted the Bishop to know he wouldn't feel hurt if he was released as exec. secretary and he really just wanted to be one of the councilors in the YM presidency, or one of the advisors- but I guess you'd better be careful what you wish for! Though he's a little shocked and nervous- he's excited and a little grateful to have a change (he's had all administrative callings since his mission).

3. Beautiful weather. We've had gorgeous fall weather lately. Cool evenings and mornings with sunny warm afternoons. It's supposed to get cooler again this week (we did have snow one morning already) and so I figure I'd better be thankful for the warm fall days we have had.