My baby is 15!

 

Happy Birthday to D! He is growing up too fast, soon our home will be empty.  Fifteen years ago he arrived a little before we had expected, and things have never been the same.  He is growing up to be a fine young man. I am so proud of who he has become.  He is thoughtful, sensitive, funny, intelligent, kind, responsible, hard working, helpful, confident, huggable, and mischievous.  So glad he joined our family.  I love you D.

 

Good things:

1.  growing up

2.  fun kids

3.  families

Called to Serve...

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This girl has been called to serve a mission for  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Jacksonville, Florida mission!  So excited for the opportunity she has to share the gospel and her talents with those waiting for her.  She is going to be a great missionary, and will touch the lives of those she serves.  I can't wait for this adventure and am proud of her.  You will  be awesome Sister K!

On a side note, this conniving sister, would have kept this a secret until she received her mission call, but she needed some insurance information to fill out the application.  She told me on Mother's day when I asked, "anything I need to know about"  "I am going on a mission," she said in her sweet little voice.  So she finished her papers, did physicals, and dental, and met with her Bishop and Stake president one last time, and things were submitted. 

We hoped for her call to arrive on Wednesday.  Her roommates did.  We hoped again for Thursday, nope. We were sure it would arrive on Friday June 14, and it did...that was a long 3days of waiting.  Now we just have to get her ready to go.  She will enter the MTC on the same day as her cousin Challis who will be serving in Columbus Ohio.  B's cousin Austin will be serving in the Macon, Georgia mission which borders her mission.  About a third of her mission is in Georgia.

Congrats Sister K!

Good Things:
1.  Surprises
2.  Missions
3.  Opportunities for growth

Night of Boxing

Davis is in blue gloves

  Truth be told, I am not a fan of boxing!  The nausea started about 3 in the afternoon.  I assumed it would subside right after his bout, which was the 2nd one, thank goodness.  However, it actually continued until after I got home.  I not only didn't  enjoy seeing my child in the ring, but all of the others as well.  I turned into Mama bear mode for all those kids.  And watching the girls was worse. 

But the good news is D took the fight with a TKO in the 3rd round.  There were 3 1 minute rounds with 1 minute rest in between.  I was really concerned after the first round, but he got serious after that.  I think the first round he may have been in shock.  I am proud of him in a weird sort of way, but really would prefer not to do it again.  My deep hope is that we are at the end of his boxing career.  But if he wants to do it again, I suppose I would support him, nausea and all!  It was good for him in the training sense, and I believe really pushed him to go beyond what he thought he could do.( I love that feeling) 

Good Things:
1.  bucket lists (that is a one time thing right?!)
2.  sense of accomplishment
3.  no permanent damage

Pat his personal boxing trainer

I just have to note, it was so difficult to get any picture during the fight.  Low light, with a spotlight, no flash, quick movement...nightmare!

Boys will be Boys

Tonight I will go to my first ever boxing event! Not really sure how I feel about that being that D will be in the ring. What's a mother to do?  He really wanted to be a part of "Night of Boxing" for a wrestling fundraiser.  I just don't understand signing up to have someone punch me...Not really my idea of fun to have someone beat the crap out of me.  Hopefully that will not be the case!  He assures me he will be fine, they have protective gear, gloves, divided into weight class, etc.  Me, on the other hand, am not really sure how I will be about watching.  Don't get me wrong, we are extremely competitive at our house.  We just have not ever been competitive in a combative (is that a word?) sport.  I do think he is prepared, he has been working his booty off getting ready for this.  I  hate to admit it, but I think he quite likes it.  Or at least until the pain sets in.  I will let you know the outcome later.

Good Things:
1.  Ability to do what you want physically
2.  Protective gear
3. hhhmmmm ice?

23 years

Yesterday was G and I's anniversary...23 years!  Hard to believe for me!  So glad I married this great guy, I couldn't be happier.  He puts up with more than his fair share of my craziness and weaknesses.  He is so perfect for me. I feel so blessed to have such a good man in my life, and he has made our family possible.  So grateful for his goodness, stability, wisdom, friendship, kindness, patience, and love.  It is wonderful to have someone to share life with.  Thanks for 23 great years, and many more to come. I love you.

Good Things:
1.  G
2.  Sealing powers
3.  Forever

Good Things

1.  Spring sunshine
2.  growing...not physically when you are my age
3.  peace

What more could a girl want?

What a wonderful day! My heart is so full of happiness and gratitude.  It was such a pleasure to see K and A be sealed for time and all eternity.  Pres. Brent Wadsworth performed the sealing, and it was wonderful.  He said some really good things that I thought, "I have to remember that," you know what happened.  It was great to see  K and A surrounded by family and friends who have had an impact on their lives in some way.  The two of them have such good hearts, and are loved by so many people. Thank you to all who came for your support.  The veil was thin as we  knew A's Mom was there and so proud of the young man he has become.  I was especially impressed by A's grandmother telling me that he has such a good kind heart.  I had already noticed that by the tender way he treats K.  So fun to see the sweet love between a  beautiful young couple.  I hope they will always remember how good it feels to be surrounded by loved ones in the temple, and that their happiness and love can become even stronger.  So great to be in the temple with them.  I look forward to being there with B and D when they find the right one.  Something to look forward to!

Although the weather was warm, we had the wind off the sierras to make for some wind blown pictures.  Then we were off to the church for dinner.  It was beautifully set up and served by some of my good friends who worked into the night prior, and slaved away in the kitchen so I could  enjoy the day without worries. (thank you, it was wonderful to know it would be done perfectly!)  They even cleaned up, and delivered left overs to my house. 

Next was the reception.  Once again, my great friends and family had been hard at work the day before making sure every little detail was taken care of and things were in place.  My good sisters took over from there, and took care of food, so I could join the party.  It was fun to see so many people come and enjoy the evening.  The lemonade bar was a hit, everyone seemed to think that was fun.  The children enjoyed making wishes in the fountain, and I believe used every last penny available.  I hope there wishes came true, as  mine did.  I have to say, when K said she wanted a fountain I thought she was crazy, but it was perfect.  Annalee Wadsworth made a beautiful cake exactly how K wanted it, and it was so yummy.  I ate way more than my share! Flowers were challenging, but with help from a good visiting teacher and friend, they turned out beautiful.

What a great party it was!  My heart if so full of gratitude for the many good people that are part of my life.   As I looked around that night, I just couldn't believe how truly blessed I am to be part of something so wonderful.  Thank you to all who helped make the day fabulous, and who continue to bless my life with support, friendship, and love.  What more could a girl want?!