It's Official....Kamryn is a Ropelato

Oh Happy, Joyful, Marvelous, Wonderful Day!  (just a minute I need to wipe my tears)  Today little Miss Kamryn was adopted by my Kevin...her Daddy!  I can't even describe how wonderful this actually was....it reminded me a lot of when she was "sealed" to Kevin and her mommy on their wedding day.  This actually surprised me that I could feel the same joy and spirit of this legal action.  It was awesome to say the least.  It was neat having the support of great families.  I loved watching Kevin accept this responsibility which he has since he first started dating cute Julie.  I loved hearing Julie give that trust to Kevin.  But most of all I loved the excitement in little Kamryn.  She was excited to be adopted by her daddy so she could be his.  What a darling family....all Ropelato's now and forever!

We are celebrating tonight because that's what Ropelato's and Dunkley's too....We Celebrate Life!

Sunday with the Family

Sundays are my favorite days of week since that is the day that the married kids come home and bring my cute grands.  I love having everyone together.  I love watching everyone laugh and share stories with each other.  I love how we all support each other.  I love how the grands run to each other and embrace in hugs when they see each other.  I love to that the grands love doing Family Home Evening together.  I love that Larry usually has an idea for a lesson because we aren't usually too prepared...but they happen and that is what is most important.

Tonight we wrote letters  to my cute niece, Alexi.  Alexi is serving in Reno and has wrote a few times and so Larry thought it would be good for all of us to send her a note.  I loved when we use to do this for our boys when they were serving.  The letters that are shared with me make me smile.  I know Alexi will be smiling as she opens and reads them too.

My family all make me smile.  They are my favorite people...the ones I pray the most for....the ones I think of the most often....the ones that have brought the most joy in my life....the ones that have helped me find my purpose in life.  Oh.....I love my family most!

We are put here to bless each other!

Tanna set this dinner date up.  She told me she needed to talk and things worked out so we were able to.  It's funny how over the years friendships grow and are strengthened when we need them to be.  Over the past several years we have become closer to this cute couple and their family.  We love them to pieces.  We continue to have more in common with them.  Being the older couple makes it possible for the Monson's to lean on us.....for that reason I am thankful that we have had the experiences we have so that we can share what we've learned with others as they go through their own similar experiences.  I think we are all put in the right place at the right time to help others and to also receive the help we need.  It's part of Heavenly Father's wonderful plan of happiness!

It's been fun watching the Monson's grow in the Gospel.  They are good people with strong testimonies and a lot of love for one another.  It's fun listening to their experiences as Eric serves as Bishop.  I remember when a leader in our Church told one of our leaders that Eric was missing out on some callings because of his facial hair.  Eric was told about that and shaved and has been a leader ever since.  Their family will be blessed for all the efforts of Tanna and Eric.  Their faith is strong and will carry them through the "bump in their road" at this time.  Oh how I love this couple!

Great Valentine Present!

WOW.....Jaydan is 23 years old today!  What a joy this boy has always been.  I always said that Valentines Day was the perfect day for Jaydan to be born because he has always been such a sweetheart!!!

Jaydan is one happy kid!  I can't even remember the last time I saw Jaydan sad or angry.  He is just a mellow, happy go lucky guy.  He is always joking and laughing and so fun to be around.  Jaydan is really kind to Kimleighel and Jared.  He is a wonderful "big" brother to them.  Jaydan is a terrific son and adds so much to our family.

Jaydan has always been a pretty easy kid.  I could take him anywhere with me and enjoyed having him around.  He doesn't demand much attention but enjoys it when we give it to him.  He is dependable and pretty self reliant.  Jaydan seldom asks for help with anything.  He is happy and positive and knows how to make others laugh and feel loved.

I am very thankful for this boy of mine....my little valentine! ♥

Celebrating Jaydan

Jaydan preferred to go to dinner with Larry and I on a day other than his birthday.  Valentine's Day is a busy day to try and go to dinner and he chose to go a day early.  It was nice and we didn't have to wait longer than about 10 minutes.

Jaydan chose to go to Ruby River.  Tonya and Mark were there with some friends from work and so we visited with them for a minute or so.  They had finished their meals when I first saw them as I came in. They were in the parking lot still visiting when we were done.☺ It was nice running into them...we all love them!

It was fun listening to Jaydan talk to us at dinner.  He laughs a lot and has a lot to say.  I am glad that he likes sharing with us.  Jaydan has an endless pit in his stomach. The kid can put away a lot of food and always does.  I sure do love this kid of mine.  Jaydan makes me smile! ☺

Lunch with a Fun Bunch

I didn't know this when I suggested that we meet for lunch but I read that February 13th is Galantines, a day to celebrate lady friends!  That is exactly what we did!  We celebrated our friendships.

I love these friends and had I not suggested a get together Jodi would have.  She was thinking about having a lunch on this very day at the same place I suggested.  I'm not sure if I have mentioned before how similar Jodi and I are....we even think a like!  We tease that we were twins separated at birth. Whatever the case might be we are really great friends now.  I am so glad that we found each other...the timing has been perfect.  Getting to know the other gals has been a true blessing too.  They each teach me so much and make me realize how much Heavenly Father loves me and each of us!

I wasn't going to have a treat until Carla said I would love one....that's all the persuasion it took....I had a brownie bite and it was delicious....worth every single calorie! (like I worry about calories...I should but I don't)  I love this Fun Bunch of ladies who make me laugh, smile and feel good about myself!

Sweetheart Dinner

Our Ward decided to have a dinner for the adults to celebrate Valentines.  It was a fun event and the cultural hall was full.  I believe more tables were added to accommodate everyone.  It was a nice turn out.  Larry and I sat with the Wards and then the Hodson's and Turners joined us along with their good neighbor. 

Since we were in the back we were some of the last to get our food which wasn't a good thing.  It appeared that they were out of rolls and meat but after we had sat back down someone brought more out from the kitchen.  Since the main course seemed to be short in supply our table decided to grab a dessert  when we got our meal. ☺ 

There were a few games played.  One was like the Newlywed Game to see how well you knew you spouse.  Larry and I opted out with the games since last time we were involved in something like this it didn't go over too well. (actually it was a dating panel we were on....I will stop there!) Everyone seemed to have a good time and it's clear that most couples don't really know each other that well. ☺  Then there were a few minute to win it games that were fun.  All in all the might went well and we had a good time!  I love my sweetie!