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Show Review - Wednesday, October 30, 1985 - Page 5 Family makes fun without TV set ,th 7th' t " f .... tel'JiP ML . Afe ;! J iJP Bike riding is one of the many activities the Thurgoods do together. By JERRI SCHWARTZ What would you do if you had nine ildren ranging from one to 15 'flow do Dave and Marilyn iwgood answer that question? S do what you have to do," states Marilyn. And that's what they do The Thurgood's day starts at 5:30 m when the entire family (except r the two youngest) meet together nd listen to a scriptural tape for a yf hour. Currently they are studying Church History. They Le their study with family Lyer, and then they each have one four, from 6 to 7 a.m. to get ready or school. Breakfast is served and eaten together as a family at 7 a.m. Then, the kids each have one family job to do before they leave for school at ' 7 30, 8:00 or 8:30 a.m. depending on which grade they're in. At home ,rith the remaining three, Marilyn then continues on with her day. hen evening comes, dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. and the evening jj Spent with Dave and Marilyn making sure their children comp-lete their homework assignments. The Thurgoods do things together as a family and love it! In fact, that's one of their goals - doing' ' things, anything, together. Some of I the activities the Thurgoods enjoy doing together are: working in the garden, cooking outside, camping (Marilyn especially enjoys camping ,: because Dave does all the cooking), singing together and bicycling. Marilyn adds, "Anything is fun when we're .doing it together!" Even when being together involves a catastrophe. Once, seven pigs were running loose in the neighb-orhood, each time as Marilyn would try to leave, another phone ;tF call would come in from a neighbor or friend informing her that her were loose. i ; pigs jjl When Murphy's Law comes into H play at the Thurgood house, it doesn't take long before their sense t ofhumor chases it away. e When I asked her what were some time when there were eight of them living in the trailer, she was used to it and didn't know any different. Besides living in the trailer, Dave and Marilyn have had the misfortune of children with ear trouble. Five out of their nine have had tubes put in their ears, and all of them have been prone to ear infections. As mothers and fathers everywhere know, sick children mean sleepless nights. That's probably why, when I asked what Marilyn was looking forward to in the future, she laughed, then said, "Sleep!" Besides looking forward to getting a full nights sleep, Dave and Marilyn look forward to seeing their kids in college, and Dave added, "I look forward to coming home at night and not having anything to work on." But that will never . happen, Dave loves projects! Dave and Marilyn met while planning a BYU ward party. A Leadership training in the area and has also attended Woodbadge. David often says with a smile that the reason he's in Scouting is to make sure there's enough good boys for all their girls. Marilyn Thurgood (formerly Anderson) was born in Idaho Falls, and raised in Bountiful. She at-tended BYU for two years, and now enjoys sewing, playing the piano, swimming and bike riding. The children are from oldest to youngest, Tami, age 15, who enjoys dancing, sewing, and modeling; Becky, 14, whose hobbies include sports and animals; Valerie, 12, enjoys sports, piano, and violin; old Darren likes scouting, playing soccer and the piano; Laura, 8 enjoys sports, piano, and dancing; Amy 6, likes soccer and dancing; 5 year old Tracilyn likes preschool and dancing; Mark 3, would like to do all the above; and Todd. 1. is haDDV iust watchine. favorite saying and the girls pick out material and they go home and sew. Both Marilyn and her oldest daughter are excellent seam-stresses. Dave's favorite saying came from his father, "You don't have to make all the mistakes yourself, you can learn from others." Discipline isn't a real problem in the Thurgood household. Dave and Marilyn try hard to be consistent and fair with their children, and the hard work pays off. Marilyn comments, "If there is something good or important to teach your child it usually takes a lot of time and effort." Dave and Marilyn have put in that time and effort with their children. Whether it's working or playing together, it's plain to see that they all enjoy each other's company, and love being in a family with eleven times more fun ! of the challenges involved in raising nine children, Marilyn chuckled, "Trying to locate shoes and find socks that match, especially on Sunday morning." Actually, a bigger challenge than that came before Dave and Marilyn built their present home. From the time they had Tami, their oldest, through their sixth child, Amy, they lived in a trailer on their property. It took Dave and his father a little over a year to build their home in Lindon. Marilyn states that at the quick courtship was followed by a wedding on June 5, 1969 in the Salt Lake Temple. Dave Thurgood was born in Northern California, and raised in Clearfield. He is a graduate of BYU in engineering and currently owns his own engineering consulting firm. In his spare time, Dave enjoys working with wood, playing golf and all sports. He also has worked in scouting for the past six years, being involved in the Scout All the children enjoy music and reading. "All the kids just love going to the library," adds Marilyn. And they have plenty of time to read. They Thurgoods don't have a T.V. to take up evenings and Saturday mornings. In fact, reading often is one of the goals the Thurgoods have set as a family. 4 Everyone has a favorite saying, and Marilyn's is "Ah, we can make it". Whenever her girls go shopping for clothes, Marilyn chimes in her Sandra Short named Employee of Month at Lindon Care Center r r - ) I - v t ' r 4 111 : Sandra Short has been named Employee of the Month at Lindon Care and Training Center. Sandra was born in American Fork. She grew up in Pleasant Grove and graduated from Pleasant Grove High School. She attended business classes at the Utah Technical College for one year. Sandra was married in May, 1964, and is now the mother of four boys. She also has one grandchild. Sandra began working at Lindon Care and Training Center in Oc-tober of 1984 as a Habilitation Technician. She later became the Assistant Habilitation Technician Supervisor in January of 1985 and maintains that position today. Sandra is an avid football fan, her favorite teams being Pleasant Grove High School and BYU. Sandra also enjoys cooking, reading and playing basketball. Sandra is an exceptional em-ployee. She is well-like- d by her fellow employees and the residents. Sandra takes pride in her work and always strives to do her best. Sandra Short P.G. Ambylopia clinics slated -- Grovecrest Elementary, Thursday, Nov. 14, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Amblyopia or, "lazy eye," screening clinics have been scheduled for area elementary schools for local pre-scho- children. The clinics are aimed at children to 5 years old who will be entering kindergarten soon, and is designed to detect amblyopia while the condition can be treated easily. State law requires that children be screened for amblyopia before they can enter kindergarten. Clinics for the elementary school areas will be held at the following schools on the dates indicated: -- Manila Elementary, Monday, Nov. 4, from 2 to 3 p.m. -- Central Elementary, Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 3 to 4 p.m. Many families including the Roland Robinson family are supporting Mayor David Holdaway because he has ac-complished many positive things during the past four years and is committed to the principles of good government and progress for the future. We hope you will join us in re-electing him next Tuesday ! The record speaks for itself Dear Citizens of Pleasant Grove, Four years ago we people of Pleasant Grove turned over the reigns of city government to David Holdaway. I believe we saw in Mayor Holdaway a man reason, vision and ability. As a city councilman he was known as one who did his homework. Mavor Holdaway took the reigns during an economic downturn when there was tremendous competition for the scarce dollars available to run our city. Nevertheless, the newly elected Mayor rolled up his sleeves, did his homework and went to work, quietly! The results in just four short years have been positive and progressive. Let me list a few : He spearheaded the first comprehensive survey in the city's history to find out what the people of Pleasant Grove wanted of their elected officials. As a result of the survey a comprehensive program was initiated to upgrade the roads. That is what 98 percent of the citizens said was their first priority. I am sure many of you have noticed 13th East, 1st North, Main Street, 11th North, 3rd South, etc. What's best is that no taxes were raised. The city began a concerted effort to set the example in beautification by cleaning up its own properties while encouraging citizens to beautify: i.e. city shops have been fenced, well houses at Battle Creek and Brimley have been landscaped. The plans are underway to landscape the other well houses and storage tanks. The north entry to Pleasant Grove has been beautified. Efforts are underway to beautify the underpass. Police patrol cars have been marked. The city offices have been reorganized to be more efficient with com-puterized systems for accounting and billing. A public works director has been hired (Frank Mills) to coordinate city services and make them more efficient. The community fair was instituted again, and has expanded while solid support has continued for Strawberry Days. The aging bleachers at the rodeo arena have been replaced at minimal cost through extensive use of volunteer labor. A major water system improvement project was completed which in-cluded a two million gallon storage tank, two new wells, 50 fire hydrants, and the replacement of obsolete water mains. The sewer system was extended into areas of the city troubled by septic system failures. The old High School Gym was remodeled to make room for many com-munity activities and the senior citizens center. Area has been set aside for new high tech industries. The parks department is being moved from the "Old Bell School" so as to enhance the work of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers, and beautify the city. Industrial revenue bonds were used to help the. Richards expand their business into the beautifully restored home on east Center Street, in the downtown area. A new city hall addition is being made to the public safety building to better serve the citizens of Pleasant Grove, with no bonding or tax increase. The First Response ambulance and fire program was begun which has already saved lives. An agreement was reached to fence the Murdock Canal. New emphasis has been given to cultural arts and historic preservation. Minimal damage was resulted from the floods of 1983-- 4 because of organized and supervised flood control efforts. Significant reductions have been made in the general fund deficit. In fact the city has operated with a surplus each year Mayor Holdaway has been mayor. What's more is that Mayor Holdaway is committed to more positive action during the next four years. I hope that you will join me and many others by voting next Tuesday so that he can continue his progressive positive leadership. With all of us working together we can make Pleasant Grove an even better place to live and raise a family. The record speaks for itself. Sincerely, E. Mark Bezzant Community Progress Chairman A sincere thanks to outgoing councilmen Dell Young and David Dickerson for all they have done to support Mayor Holdaway and Pleasant Grove City, these past four years. I Now! I B PP j I your order during the q month of November VA Photo franres and folios a Custom framing for artwork, posters, R j needlework and certificates fii 'A Large selection of matboard & i So don't travel far and wide to buy M your next frame, come to I Cameo Weddings and Formal Wear if 1 "We take the.worry out of your wedding" f Plus: s VSf. Rentals: wens Ba Line Dresses I FayGagon Children's Dresses Photography x 1 1745 W. 7800 So. Veils and Hats flowers J 1 f"' ONE STOP SHOPPING m'J Roller skating offered at P.G. Center Skating. Pleasant Grove Com-munity Center is a great place to come and get your indoor recreation and exercise with their great skating facilities. Skating is great fun for the whole family. The Center has children's size 9 to men's size 13, and everything in between. Scout troops, family parties and birthday parties are all invited to come and enjoy this fun activity at your hometown Com-munity Center. Hours for skating in the fall and winter are Monday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. You can also skate on Friday and Saturdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The cost is only 50 cents for $1 for elementary, and $1.50 for junior ' high through adult. Immediate families can skate for $5. The staff invites you to come down and try out this great facility. The address is 41 East 200 South. t Rest home offers 1 safe tricktreat Alpine Valley Care Center of Pleasant Grove is sponsoring "Trick or Treat" again this year. The administrator Mark Bybee, invites parents to bring their ghosts Jnd goblins for safe trick or treating i Halloween night from 6 : 30 to 8 : 30 al our facility, 25 Alpine Dr., Pleasant Grove. The staff is getting into the Halloween mood by joining in the door decorating contest. Fire aux. holds Halloween social The Pleasant Grove Firemen and 'he Ladies Auxiliary held their "a'loween Social at the Fire Station n ct. 21, according to Maxine wt, reporter. The new Auxiliary officers cooked 7 served a fine meal to a large crowd. The former officers of the uxiliary, Carolyn Smith, Eberle q"1!1". Diana Carter and Cindy were presented with' lovely for the work they ha ve done. lever Halloween decorations re under the direction of targaret Boren. The new officers 3ervised the meal are Velma ?T?lns, Candy Scoville, Preal u, elt. June Fenton and Maxine "est : |