Ward Chili Cook-Off

The weekend of Joseph's birthday was jam packed with fun!

First, Peter and I were in charge of our ward chili cook-off and carnival.

I am not a decorator but I think the decorations turned out pretty well. I went with fall color tablecloths and empty glass soda bottles with pinwheels and tickets (game or arcade style) for centerpieces.  

 Each auxillary was in charge of a booth or carnival game- the kids absolutely loved it.  

Peter as the ward mission leader feels it is really important that our activities be more than just a meal and then go but something entertaining or interesting that our friends would like to come.  It is kind of a focus on the social conversion aspect to missionary work. 

 Jon throwing a whip cream pie at Bishop Webster.

 Joseph enjoyed the face painting and then was a carny style announcer for the high priest group fishing pond. 

 Peter made these obnoxiously large trophies for the winners of the chili and dessert contests.  This is Bro. Hammond who won the chili contest (there was a people's choice award as well).  The dessert contest was won by two sisters ages 10 and 12 who made a delicious cake. 

Best looking 2 year old girl in a mustache award goes to Samantha!!!