Larry 2010

This is what Larry's been up to during 2010. First of all, chess coaching was new and exciting last year. I think they had between 12-30 kids coming twice a week. Larry especially enjoyed being with MIranda, Derek, and Spencer, and getting to know the other kids and parents at school. In April, they had a chess party at the school. This is from a beach trip in May. I keep telling Larry that he is a kid-magnet, because pretty soon a couple other boys joined our family in building the sand castle. It seems like everywhere we go, kids flock to him.

Larry also tried out coaching T-ball.

Of course, Larry did the annual Starlight Parade Run. This year they picked a fun theme. Lindsey had some facepainting done beforehand, so she was the swimming cat.

In July, Larry became a father- the sixth time around. Cassie was born July 5. He took it in stride and barely missed any work (maybe 1 day?)

Larry helped with Shawn Lindsay's campaign as much as his time allowed. This is from the 4th of July parade (I was home extremely pregnant).

Cassandra's blessing day in August.

Summer trip to Utah. Larry drove some of the cousins around the yard.

In late August, Larry did the Hood to Coast run for the first time. A lot of the team were family and some friends. He enjoyed the adventure-the running part wasn't hard for him.

Larry pushed for the annual father/daughter campout again, which is nice, since we now have 4 daughters. I'm so glad he organizes these things- and I think friends are too, because there is always a good turnout.

In the fall, Larry coached Lindsey's soccer team. They were the Cougars.

Larry's birthday happened to be on the day of the waterpolo banquet to honor the coaches and players from the 2010 team. I made some awesome waterpolo cupcakes. My surprise was foiled, however, when it was cancelled til the following Monday because of snow! (After 3 hours of work I was pretty devastated- so I made sure to get a picture). We shared some with team-member families close by. Larry turned 36 this year! It seems like he should be acting old, but he isn't. I think he's in great shape and I've only seen a few grey hairs...

Larry is just completely amazing as a husband, friend, and father. I think that the more you know Larry, the more you realize how willing he is to sacrifice to help other people. He is a tremendous example to me. He is always looking long-term in how he treats other people and teaches our children. He is a wonderful coach and really had impacted so many people through all the things he does!

I can't wait to see what Larry does in 2011!