"Be True to Your School!"

The dance this last Saturday was a big hit! The weather turned out to be pretty nice, the decorations were perfect, the lighting was superb, the refreshments were delicious, most people wore a shirt from there school, there was a great turnout, etc... IT WAS A BLAST! Mega props to Ashlynn who planned the dance from beginning to end, even standing her ground when others tried to convince her to change her plans...she did a very nice job. And thanks to everyone who helped set up and clean up and make super cute banners! And thanks to Bear Valley for the yummy treats (if they are reading this). Oh...and thanks to Merrie for letting me steal pictures off of her Facebook (again). I will post more pics of everyone once I get them from Sis. Phelps.

Book of Mormathon

**UPDATE: The youth were able to finish the entire Book of Mormon in one week and, as their leader, I couldn't be more proud! Way to go girls!**

The Book of Mormathon consists of youth getting together every day, sometimes 8 hours a day, and taking turns reading the Book of Mormon out loud with the goal of reading all 531 pages in a week. This marathon started Sunday and, if all goes to plan, will end this Sunday. We read Wednesday for Mutual from 6-9pm and by the end of the night we had reached page 225...half way through the week and halfway through the book...right on schedule! I am so proud of the youth in our ward for the dedication they have shown this week in reading the entire Book of Mormon before seminary starts next week. They are all examples to, not only me, but to everyone they come in contact with.





*Photos stolen from Merrie's Facebook.

Happy Birthday to YOU, and you, and you...

Here are pictures from our Young Women's Birthday Party a few weeks ago. [*sorry I haven't been as good as I thought I would be at updating].

We had a great time at our party. We played "Draw" the tail on the donkey, telephone, drop the hankie, and another game the girls came up with that was pretty funny to watch. Then we had yummy cupcakes and sang Happy Birthday to EVERYONE! It was a good time for all!!

Waiting their turns for "draw" the tail

Sing it, Merrie!

Veronica loves having her picture taken...can you tell?

The Greatest Gift

from Daily Gems

"By participating weekly and appropriately in the ordinance of the sacrament we qualify for the promise that we will 'always have his Spirit to be with [us].' That Spirit is the foundation of our testimony. It testifies of the Father and the Son, brings all things to our remembrance, and leads us into truth."

Dallin H. Oaks, "Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament," Ensign, Nov. 2008, 17

Dutch Oven SUCCESS!

Wednesday night was a lot of fun and our dutch oven recipe was a huge success! Thank you to all who came and participated and helped.

I forgot to take pictures of the whole cake making process, but here are a few of the finished product!




























































Here is a link to a recipe that is VERY similar to the one I used on Wednesday:
I will still bring a hard copy of the exact recipe we used on Sunday.

Here is a link to a Baking Temperature Chart for Dutch Oven cooking which tells you how many coals you need to place on the top and bottom of your dutch oven depending on what you are making and the tempurature you need to cook at.

Super Fun Mutual Tonight!

Wednesday, June, 24, 2009
6:30-8:30pm
The Buntings House

Bring: pillow and blanket

We are making pineapple upside-down cake in the dutch oven and watching a movie outside!

Hope to see you there!!!

Honor the Fathers in Your Life

Tomorrow (and everyday), do something special to honor the fathers in your life, whoever they might be, your dad, stepdad, uncle, or grandpa.

Modesty in Dress

I know it is summer and with the weather heating up (finally), it is tempting to wear immodest clothing, but here are some words from the apostles of the church to remind you why it is important to dress appropriately:

"A simplified life that brings spiritual blessings requires the wearing of simple and modest clothing. Our dress and grooming send a message to others about who we are, and they also affect the way we act around others."

L. Tom Perry, "Let Him Do It with Simplicity," Ensign, Nov. 2008, 9

Here is the excerpt from For the Strength of Youth pamphlet on Dress and Appearance:

Servants of God have always counseled his children to dress modestly to show respect for him and for themselves. Because the way you dress sends messages about yourself to others and often influences the way you and others act, you should dress in such a way as to bring out the best in yourself and those around you. However, if you wear an immodest bathing suit because it's "the style," it sends a message that you are using your body to get attention and approval, and that modesty is not important.

Immodest clothing includes short shorts, tight pants, and other revealing attire. Young women should refrain from wearing off-the-shoulder, low-cut, or revealing clothes. Young men should similarly maintain modesty in their dress. All should avoid tight fitting or revealing clothes and extremes in clothing and appearance.

As Latter-day Saint youth, you can also show respect for the Lord and yourselves by dressing appropriately for Church meetings and activities, whether on Sunday or during the week. If you are not sure what's appropriate, ask for guidelines from your parents, advisers, and bishop.

((If need a copy of the For the Strength of Youth pamphlet or card, please let one of your leaders know and we will get you one!))

Also, here are some websites that might be helpful in finding cute modest clothing; I know it can be hard at times:

www.shadeclothing.com

www.layersclothing.com

www.coverwear.com

2009 Stake Softball Tournament

So we had another successful year at the stake youth softball tournament, winning all 3 of our games! Congratulations! Thanks to all who showed up to play (and watch) and we missed those of you who weren't there. I happened to snap a few pictures of the event, enjoy:

Welcome...

...to the NEW, amazing, better-than-1st-ward's (hehe), College Heights' Young Women Blog!

On this blog you will find:
A current calander
Pictures of recent activities
Reminders and Info about upcoming activites
Girls Camp Information
and much much more.

I, Sis. Bunting, will be posting something everyday (that is the plan, anyway) so be sure to check back often to see what's going on.

Love Always,
Sis. Bunting