Lydia did some fun dances. In one she was a pioneer and did some partner dancing with Travis Skinner. In the other she wore a brown shirt with "100% cotton" on it and the whole field was filled with popping cotton balls (white beanies).
Earlier that day, Dad was out looking at horses with his friend, Harold Matthews. Harold is fluent in Horse, but his Spanish is pretty rough. Harold "felt like I should move away" just before a mare came and kicked at another through the fence right where Jared was. Jared felt it was another of the narrow escapes prophesied by his grandfather in a blessing. To me the story reemphasized how important timing is. It is amazing how we can be blessed by being in the right place at the right time. I think it is part of the admonition to "stand in holy places". Being able to be in and watch the temple cultural celebration was a special treat for our whole family. Many people are calling it a once in a lifetime experience, which makes me smile, since I remember them telling me that when I attended the dedication of the Jordan River temple as a youngster. This is the 6th temple dedication I have participated in. But I do regret that Jarom did not follow his prompting to attend institute even though he was not attending school this semester. The institute kids were all technical crew and stuff; he just had his wisdom teeth out and did well to get to and sit through the program. Anyway, if I can focus on the wonderful benefits that being here has brought to the family, then maybe I won't feel so bad about being so far away from the rest of my family.
