Ford vs Ferrari

Ooh hi Ben!

I hope I haven’t distracted you with too many Utes updates. Things are getting pretty exciting. I just read that Tyler Huntley is up for the Johnny Unitas award. He’s also second in passing efficiency in the nation. They looked so good yesterday, it’s getting exciting.

We got called into the stake presidents office. Again. This time it’s your mom’s turn. Second councilor in the stake young women’s presidency. HA! It’s actually a pretty big deal with the new youth program coming up.

Yesterday I had planned on being productive. I was going to finally work on the pig; wash the little red trailer and lock it up for winter; cut down so of the dead backyard trees. But nope, That plan went out the window when the bergs called and asked if we wanted to go see the movie Ford vs. Ferrari. Boy was that a great racing movie. I really enjoyed it. I think jacob enjoyed it too. Joey...probably not as much, it was no Cars 3, that’s for sure. Mom was at her class at uvu, bu I’m not sure she minded missing it too much.

That afternoon there was a dinner to commemorate the one year anniversary of Robert Allen’s passing. We went to dinner with Sister Allen and Steven, along with several ward members. It was really nice to be with them all, I really enjoy being with members of our ward.

We were late getting home for the game. By the time we got home, the first quarter was nearly over and the Utes were up 7-3. UCLA never scored again. In 14 quarters at Rice-Eccles stadium, the Utes hav not given up a touchdown. It’s been a really fun season. 

Friday night we met Artie for dinner ant the Utes b-ball game. It’s fun to be with him. I think he and Jake are starting to text a lot. I’m glad to see them build a friendship, I know Artie wants that with you too. He’s looking for a new job to get a little distance from his dad, and I’m helping him start up a side gig. He told me that aunt Patti got that second job. I’m happy for her.

The last thing I have to tell you makes me feel sad. Your cousin Tyler announced on Facebook today that he’s gay. I really don’t know what to think about it, other than think that that kid has had a tough life with the passing of his mom and being away from his dad. It makes me sad to think he has chosen to miss out on the things that have given me the deepest of joy, your mom and you boys. I hope he’s happy, I hope he stays close to the family, and I hope the family stays close to him. His announcement didn’t say anything about the church or his testimony. He hasn’t been to church for a while now because of his work schedule,or maybe that was just cover. It seems all too easy to become confused in life about happiness.

This morning I had an airplane dream. I dreamt there was a nice commercial airliner flying steady and even, with no problems at all. Not too far below the plane, there were mountains or rocks ominously close to the airliner as it flew by. As I thought about that dream it occurred to me that things will be good for us as long as we keep above trouble. Meaning, if I can do all the things I’m supposed to, pray, scriptures, service, repent, keep my mind clean and focused. I told the family during scripture study today. I’m never sure how your brothers receive those stories. I think they’re worth sharing anyway.

We bug, I sure love you.

Chat tomorrow,

Pops