Farewell...and Welcome Back

*Had a very wonderful Sabbath.  Larry and I went to Bruce and Diane's farewell and then when it was over we went to Jayden's Farewell and his sister Jess's Homecoming.  Talk about a day filled with "feeling" the Spirit!  I love feeling the Spirit.

I know The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is the True Church.  It's complete...it's HIS!  The spirit testified that to me again today...strongly.  Missions are so wonderful and a great way to follow and serve our Savior who did everything for us.  Those that serve are truly showing their love for the Savior by doing what they "Know" they need to.  Those that love and support missionaries are also showing their love for our Savior.  Missions are just good for everyone!

weekly tidbits

*I got to sit with Julie Ward for a few hours.  We had a really good visit and the time flew by.  Julie is recovering from Heart Surgery and had a few complications so the RS is staying with her during the days.  It's kind of fun and I was hoping I would be able to again but this week is busy and the times that worked for me were already taken.

*Larry left me a "breakfast bar" by my sink.  The guy knows me well and is so thoughtful!

*I found a quote that fits me to a "T".  I have always enjoyed laughing and hope to die laughing! ☺

*I got to have Kamryn over a few days this week.  It was fun having her.  She is such a cutie and I'm so glad she's ours.  We watched movies, went to the water park, did gymnastics & played games.

*Jared and Cameron have sure enjoyed themselves this week.  They play hard and love being together. Gramps is the Best!  He took the boy cousins (Jared, Cameron and Hunter) fishing at the fish farm. (it cost him lots of $) The boys caught enough for everyone to have dinner..I think they got like 37. Gramps said the boys had a blast. After dinner gramps let Kimleighel paint his fingernail...even requested flowers after the picture.  Fun Guy!  I'm so glad that Shari plans time to come visit...the kids are making fun memories.

*Breakfast with a few neighbors and good friends....Kathy O, Robin B, and Susan H.  I told them we needed a picture a few times and got home without taking one. :(  I made a collage with older pics..except me and Susan.  We ended up going to the movie later.  Robin and Kathy had other things going.  I sure do love these neighbors of mine that are such wonderful friends.

*I had to post this picture that cracks me up.  Those are Jodi's legs that look like she could be related to the "Incredible's"!

*I wanted to post this quote that is just plain true.  It's so important to be around positive people that believe in you.  That doesn't mean those people can't have real or bad days...it just means they try to see and focus on the good.  Some people are so toxic and will suck the happy right out of you if you let them remain in your life. (I know...it's happened to me.  I love them still but I will not allow them to destroy me...I keep a safe distance and feel like that is okay)

*Larry invited me over for lunch on Friday.  He wanted a Big Ben from the Burger Bar.  When I pulled in I saw a really cute face that I just love! ♥  I love Braxton and each one of my cute kids!  Larry and I had a good visit while we ate upstairs in their dirty break room.

*Kamryn and Kevin each had surgery Friday.  Kam got her tonsils out and Kevin had his nose fixed.  I guess when he told me he broke it playing football he really did. (it didn't look broke...oops)  They each did really good and came home after a few hours.  I took them a BIG CARE pkg because I really do CARE!

*To top off Friday I got to watch these cuties!  (my son wanted to take his "hot wife" out~that's what he told me)  My grands are all so wonderful and good and so much fun to have over.  Little Macie is feeling so much better and is full of smiles.  I'm not great at capturing them but she smiles and coo's and laughs and is a joy.  The older grands are pure sweetness.  They love hugs and kisses and give them out freely.  Oh my ♥ bursts with pure love and joy whenever I am around any of my sweet grands.  

*Went to check on Kevin and Kamryn.  Kam is doing wonderful and Kevin is feeling good but he hurts more for sure.  Kam, was playing and even wanting a friend to come play...Kev...not so much!  Love my kids and grands!

Time with Kamryn

I was a lucky duck and got to have Kamryn come and play two days this week.  I seldom get Kam because she goes to day care a few times a week when her parents are working.  However for some reason this week they needed help. (I think cuz Kevin had classes)  I really enjoyed having Kam over.  She is a noisy, crazy little one when there are a lot of people but when there aren't she's mild, and easy.  She was content watching movies, playing barbies and drawing....oh and playing my Ipad. (the grand only get to play with my Ipad when they are by themselves...we don't get it out when they are all here)

We went to the water park the first day with the cousins.  We sure had a great time visiting and playing in the water.  I love seeing the cousins build friendships. (including my kids and their cousins) The next day I got to take Kam to her gymnastics.  It was so much fun watching her bounce and flip.  Kam is so strong and fearless....this little makes me smile.

We went to Arctic Circle for lunch and I promised her ice cream after her tumbling.  (I didn't want her to be sick)  Kevin showed up while she was tumbling and she came over to me and whispered? "who is taking me home?"  I told her that her daddy was and she asked about the ice cream.  I let her know that I had already talked to her daddy about that and she would still get ice cream.  Kevin decided to just go back to Arctic Circle with Kimi and I and we all got a little ice cream.  That was more fun than having it separate anyway. 

 I absolutely love having my grands over to play.  They love coming over which makes it even better.

Water Park Fun

Shari and her kids are visiting from Pennsylvania and while she is here she planned a fun day at the water park with all the cousins that could come.  She thought this way she would be able to visit with more people during her stay.   It was a great day to be at the water park.  A lot of cousins showed up.  At first it was just my kids and grands which was nice so we had our time with Shari.  Then a few hours later Darinda's kids and  Shari's mom showed up.  It was fun seeing everyone and visiting with them.  It is really fun having Shari here for awhile.

Jared and Cameron have a great time together.  Cameron loves hanging with gramps and driving the tractors.  Jared and Cameron took turns pulling each other on the four-wheeler with a rope and and rip stick following.  Those two boys crack me up!  Zaden got to know Cameron at the water park and loves him. Cameron talked Zaden into going down the big slides and watched him in the big swimming pool.  I was impressed how good Cameron is with the little kids.  Taylor gets a long with everyone too and Erin's girls adore her.  It's so enjoyable watching the cousins interact with each other. (Taylor has a gymnastic camp at the U of U the rest of the week)

I love summer and all the fun family time that comes with this fun season. Splish Splash!!!

Happy Birthday TWO You!

The "Hooper Honey's" celebrated Crystal and Kellie's Birth's today.  We missed the gals that couldn't come but had a good time with those that did.  Crystal's birthday was May 3rd but she was going through treatment for her Thyroid Cancer and recovering most of the month.  She is good now and free of cancer. So thankful for that!

We went to Rumbi's and it was my first time going there....it was good.  Spending time and visiting is my favorite.  I love these gals so much.

We all have our own challenges and are able to love and support each other as we go through them.  We are all so very blessed too and acknowledge all the good things in life.  Life is mostly good but there are times it feels like a little rain cloud is over us.  I try to remember that it has to rain before we get the rainbow....which is totally worth waiting for.  We are blessed through our trials always....and become closer to our Savior as we lean on Him to help us.  First the Storm...then the Rainbow!

I just noticed that the Crown's for the Birthday Girls are like Rainbows!  I hadn't noticed while writing this.  I'm thankful for my life experiences.  I am thankful for my friends that have always helped me get through my storms and are there to enjoy the rainbows with me.

Showering Julie and Jordyn Jo

We had a Baby Shower for Julie and Jordyn today.  I went to her mom's earlier today while they were also showering her with gifts for Jordyn.  Might as well do two showers the same day. Julie said she liked it because then she only had to get ready once. (Kamryn couldn't believe Kevin was't coming to his daughters shower)  I am really excited to meet little Jordyn...so fun having grand babies.  

Julie invited me and her mom to be there when Jordyn makes her entrance into this world and I am really excited.  I have never watched a birth before and I am looking forward to it.  Life is such a miracle!

I am thankful for my friends and their support to me and my kids. They truly have my back.  This weekend was a busy weekend and many were not able to make it...I understand...but will say I was disappointed that I didn't hear from my mom or sister.  I have no idea where they were.  Oh well....life goes on. (I appreciate the calls or texts that let me know they wouldn't make it...that's thoughtful)

Julie is set and ready to welcome Miss Jordyn into this world.  She has everything she needs.  Julie is such a sweetie that she deserves to be spoiled and showered with love.  I am so excited for Kevin to get another little girl....he is such a good daddy.

Weekly Tidbits

*The boys took Larry and Gramps to dinner for Father's Day and so Kelsi, Kimi, and I went out too.  It was fun listening to Kimi.  Larry and I watched a movie with the kids after.  The kids enjoy us hanging out with them and staying up together.  They even talked us into playing the Wii the next night.  (I am not good at Mario Cart)

*Went with Larry to a little luncheon to send off Bruce and Diane Jardine on their mission. (Mission Presidents in California...can't remember the mission) I was hurrying because the kids took my car to seminary and forgot to hurry home. I was stopped by two trains and ended up asking the two cars behind me to back up so I could go around since the train stopped.  Good thing I went around because the train then started going the other way.  I reminded myself to laugh about it since there was nothing I could do to make the situation better.

*took the kids to see Heaven is for Real. We all loved it. Kimi talked a lot about it after and was feeling the spirit very strongly.  Heaven is for Real and Jesus loves us! Life goes on after this life!

*Larry was called to the High Council.....he is going to miss his primary class.  He loved teaching the eleven year olds.

*I have been subbing this summer for the Summer Bowling League. This week was crazy....my first game was a 144 which is just under my average which is 150. I was happy with that but my 2nd game was the worst I have bowled that I can remember. My first ball I would get 8 ... No kidding....I bet I got 8 on my first ball at least 7 out of 10 frames. Then my 2nd ball would get very close to the remaining pins but would miss or maybe hit one. I couldn't mark and didn't until the 10th frame when I finally picked up the 10 pin....that gave me one more ball and I threw a STRIKE! I ended with a 94! Wow....just Wow! It's not fun to sub when you bowl like a skunk. (Stinky) The last game was much better. I marked most frames and ended with a 187 ..... Almost double my 2nd game! I'm glad I ended good....much more fun!

*Larry mowed "I LOVE DAWN" in the lawn.  I heard him moving because I was in the front room reading.  I just thought he was mowing around the edges because  I didn't think he could have mowed the back yet.  I didn't think anything of it until I stood up and saw that the middle of the yard was mowed in spots...that's when I saw my name.  When I went outside to talk Larry I could see the rest.  Ahhh....How Do You Say I LOVE YOU?

*Got to play with the grands while Natalie went to the Dentist.  When Natalie came back I loved it when Mya said: "that wasn't long enough"  I love having my cute grands come and play.

*Tonya came and visited while I was cleaning for Julie's shower since she wouldn't be able to make it to the shower.  (her family had a family reunion that day)