Background
- Michelle and Ryan: Parents of two daughters
- Recently moved to Austin area from Utah (via Florida)
- Active LDS family participating in community integration
- Part of new family welcome initiative in local LDS community
Family Members
- Michelle: Mother, active in LDS community
- Ryan: Father, active in LDS community
- Amara: Daughter, senior at Dripping Springs High School
- Callie: Daughter, sophomore at Dripping Springs High School
Geographic History
- Originally from Florida
- Had brief stint in Utah
- Recently moved to Austin/Dripping Springs area
- Represents typical LDS family mobility pattern
- Participating in LDS new family welcome activities
- Daughters enrolled in local high school (Dripping Springs)
- Amara will participate in LDS seminary program
- Being welcomed by established LDS families like the Stakers
Connection to Gary
- Met at welcome dinner hosted by Allan and Heather Staker
- Represents Gary's integration into broader Austin LDS community
- Example of expanding social network through church connections
Interactions
- 2025-08-03: Attended welcome dinner at Allan and Heather Staker's home
- Participated in family introduction and social activities
- Daughters participated in group games and activities
- Family being welcomed into established LDS community
- Part of Gary's expanding Austin LDS social network