To My Beautiful Mom

I found these lyrics and couldn't help but think of her.  There isn't a day that goes by without our annual phone call of enlightenment and laughter. She has helped me through rough waters, mountains to climb and sorrow.  My mom has shown me how I can help my testimony in the gospel grow and how to be a light to others.  Thank you mom for your wonderful example.  This song (lyrics) is for you!

Happy Mother's Day!

"Mom"
(feat. Kelli Trainor)

You might have a mom, she might be the bomb
But ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine

She my world, she's my heart and there's no denying
I'm her girl matter what even when I'm lying
She loving me, loving me, loving me, loving me, love
She love me like nobody else
I'm telling you, telling you, telling you, telling you all
She taught me how to love myself

You might have a mom, she might be the bomb
But ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine

See we go way back, oh, I remember
All the times that I cried, she made me feel better
She loving me, loving me, loving me, loving me, love
She love me like nobody else
I'm telling you, telling you, telling you, telling you all
She taught me how to love myself

You might have a mom, she might be the bomb
But ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Oh, how she loves me to the moon and back
That's what she told me
Her love never ends, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine

I was just wanted to call you to tell you I love you
Aww, I love you, too
I miss you already
Aww, that's so sweet, what's going on?
Just writing songs, my mom song
Aww, I love you to the moon and back
My heart hurts, I love you so much
I love you more

You might have a mom, she might be the bomb
But ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine
You might have a mom, she might be the bomb
But ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Her love's 'til the end, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Oh, how she loves me to the moon and back
That's what she told me
Her love never ends, she's my best friend
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine
Baby, baby, ain't nobody, no
Ain't nobody got a mom like mine

Happy Birthday My Dearest Eldest

Our first born is getting older and moving away all in the same week.  What a wonderful time to start a whole new chapter in his book of life.  He has grown up to be a handsome gentleman who loves his wife and is pretty talented too. We sure have loved having him around and helping us out with resumes and being so computer savy.  Charlie has put smiles on when the lights were dim, it has been a wonderful ride watching him grow in his talent along side his beautiful wife. Thank you for being a wonderful example of finding joy in all. You are a wonderful older brother. We are so proud of the decisions he has made and we are excited to see where this new adventure takes him. 

Happy Birthday Charlie!

We love you!!!!

Christmas 2015

  You can tell this is the last day of school before Break.  I decided to wear lot's of my blue decorations since I work in the "Red" zone. The faculty thought it was awesome and fun.

Dad wore a different hat each day he had school in December.  Pretty awesome!  He decided to wear lights to spice things up a bit on his last day as well.

Christmas Eve...we had all of our children (minus the mish) here with us.  What a blessing that was.  It was so much fun.  I frantically sewed my first nightgowns for my daughter in laws and attempted to make pj bottoms for Mr. Navy.  They were HUGE.  He was a wonderful sport and wore them.  

Mr. Ballroom needed some warm up pants, so that's what he got.  All the brother's had matching shirts...yes, even the mish :)

Mr. Navy in his MC Hammer pants and Mrs. Navy in her night gown.  She was a little cold.

Dad opening up some gifts from the family.  I think this was the puzzles that were given to him.

In their Christmas attire.

They like to do this.

Yes, that is purple Dad is wearing.  He is just awesome.

Let's just say we had a ton of snow on Christmas!  A white Christmas for sure.  Dad made a perfect snow angel in our front yard.  It was amazing.

This was the most anticipated present ever.  The mish looks so wonderful.  His humor is still there and he is starting to get a little accent.  

Even though we missed our angel and this was our first Christmas celebrating at home without J-Man, our children helped us laugh and remember what family is all about.  All things can be accomplished with family love and laughter.

Bring on the New Year.

Happy Birthday Bry-Guy!!

  

Bry was born like a Texas tornado.  Fast and furious, but what a cutie:)

He loves life and playing sports.

He has such a goof :)  That's why we love him!

You couldn't have made us more proud with the choices you have made.

We just wanted to let you know how much we love this young man.  Even though he is FAR away, and living in the WRONG state...We still love and miss him every day.

We are so grateful you are a part of our family.

We love you Bryant!

Happy Birthday :)

Another Birthday Far From Home

Another birthday without Josh.

I think it was a little more difficult this year.  I didn't have weddings or a missionary to keep my mind busy. Instead of missing just one child, I was missing three.

My work was so thoughtful and bought me a cute little flower plant to cheer me up.  We had friends drop off happy meal toys to put at Josh's grave.  Doug and I went to McD's for dinner then had a picnic at the grave.  When we were almost done I put a french fry on the grave and an ant come into the picture.  Think of "A Bug's Life" movie and that's what unfolded. We laughed, and though of Josh laughing as well.  When we arrived at home, Charlie and Emily called and said they were going to the grave to drop a toy off.  We then met up at a wonderful place for dessert.  

I do miss him terribly.

Happy 25th Birthday my sweet Josh-man

A New School Year

This school year is a little different.  I started working more and at a new school. I'm loving my new job. I am one of the office clerks along with being in charge of their reading program and coordinating the volunteers.  WHEW! The main secretary and the other office clerk are wonderful to work with.  Even though it's a pain in the rear to drive, maybe someday we will find a place closer so the commute isn't so dreadful!

That's my desk!

The end of Summer

Another summer gone. Where did the time go?

We were able to visit family, and do little projects here and there.  

I had a wonderful friend bring us peaches from Palisade. They are fantastic

I was also able to fly to Vegas and watch Charlie and Emily compete for their first ballroom competition of the year.

I had so much fun in Vegas with my beautiful mom.

My type of drink!

We also were able to see a fantastic show to end our trip.

Until next time Vegas!