A Ray of Sunshine

This is my sweet little friend Kaison. This has been a very long and hard week for him and his parents and everyone who loves him. Kaison had to have a blood transfusion and a bone marrow biopsy. We all waited and PRAYED and PRAYED and PRAYED for him. I am so happy to say that everything turned out wonderful. Kaison is so wonderful, bright and so funny and the best big brother to Kalon. He is a ray of sunshine!

Kaison

This is Kaison, my sweet little friend. He is practically part of the family and is extremely sick and in the hospital undergoing various tests. We are asking you to pray for our little guy so he and his family can make it through this tough time.

Hey Brace Face!

Emily got braces Monday! She is the new brace face in our house. I love it! She talks a little funny and has had some pain but has done great.

Just Put Your Hood Up!

When our girls were little we really wanted them to try new things, not to be afraid and let fear stop them, knowing that if they would try things that scare them (like a fast ride) that they would like it and want to experience more. I have to admit we have often times pushed our kids to do things even when they have been reluctant. Well the girls will do just about anything, and Jake, well he has always followed along going with the flow of our family, I never really worry that he will be afraid. While in California we rode the Tower of Terror this ride drops you 13 stories, it is crazy and fun. As we were getting on this ride Jake was a little nervous, I told him that I have a trick that helps me whenever I get scared, I just put my hood up, or as Bill calls it put your lid on. It makes you feel warm safe and protected. I swear it works I know it is sounds crazy. We decided as a family to all put our hoods up, and the funny thing was that the family behind us decided to join us. When we looked at the picture we thought that was hilarious. So when life throws you a whirl don't run and hide, just put your hood up and carry on!

Goodbye 2008 We Won't Miss You!

This past year has been crazy for us. I am so glad to move onto bigger and better things. Don't get me wrong, I am grateful for all God has blessed me with, but I won't miss 2008. So my hope is that in 2009 things will be more peaceful, more fun, and for heaven's sake, enough with all the stress already! I have made several New Year Resolutions. I don't think I have ever really made a New years Resolution before, but what the heck, I'll give it a shot and see how it goes. So if you care here they are. Tell my husband something kind and loving every day! Read my scriptures everyday and learn to say "No" ( because I never seem to get those words to come out of my mouth). I am giving it my best effort and so far so good!

Well for Christmas my Sister-in-law Shannon made me the best gift. I LOVE IT. I say these words everyday, multiple times a day and they are always spoken with love and laughter. I love that they have become a part of my decor! Thanks Shannon!