Happy Birthday Kyle!

Kyle Carlson  is turning 19 years old on May 24, 2009.  As the oldest grandchild in the Evans Family, Kyle is setting a great example to all of his younger cousins by making the decision to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Kyle is in the process of getting his mission papers ready to send in to the church and has also been working on other requirements such as having his wisdom teeth pulled, finishing up his immunizations and getting a physical.

Kyle has earned his Eagle Scout award which is the highest advancement rank in scouting.  He currently teaches the Elder's Quorum at church twice per month and also serves as a ward missionary.  He even baptized his girlfriend, Courtney into the church recently!  He will be serving a "Mini-Mission" in Reno from June 28th through July 13th.  

Kyle has been working this past year to save money for his mission.  Debbie even mentioned that he bought a motorcycle a month or so ago and sold it just 2 weeks later for $1,000 more!  

Let's see... what more can I say about Kyle?  He's witty, funny, friendly... and loud.  You never see him without his earphones or his cell phone.  He even made a recent comment on facebook saying, "what am i going to do when i no longer have my phone?? aghhh".  I have a feeling that's going to be the hardest adjustment for Kyle on his mission... living without all his little gadgets!

Since Kyle's birthday is the day before Memorial Day this year, the whole Carlson family is gone for the holiday weekend in Pioche with some friends.  I hope they're having fun and that Kyle has an enjoyable and memorable 19th birthday.