Ethan's Baptism... July 5th, 2008

I went to Utah before Ethan's birthday. Ron, Ronnie and Faith came at the end of the week for his baptism. We are so glad that we were able to be there for his special day. Ethan, we are so proud of you and your decision to be baptized. You are a special child of God and he loves you so much. Keep setting the wonderful example that you set each day for others.
Ethan has always been so sweet and kind. He shows so much Love for others and is always doing something good. We love him so much and are proud to call him our Grandson!
Ethan's Special Day

Ethan was baptized by his dad, Heath.

Grandma and Grandpa came from Arizona

Faith and her dad came too!

A special gift...CTR ring!

What a special day!

4th of July, 2008

July 4, 2008

OOOh...Aah...

Ronnie and Ethan enjoying the show.

Faith's first sparkler!

Tyson and Ninja Ethan...

Andrew having fun too!

Jonah Michael

Back in July...2008 Ethan's 8th Birthday July 2, 2008

Ethan turned 8 years old on July 2nd, 2008. I'm so glad that I was there to help him celebrate it. We celebrated at Chuckie Cheeses. We ate pizza, played games, won a lot of tickets, ate birthday cake, and opened presents. I can't believe Ethan is eight and will get baptized. He is such a special young boy with a heart full of love for everyone.

Chuckie Cheese to celebrate.

Happy Birthday Ethan!

Ethan and his Dad

It finally worked! Faith and Grandma!

I had a picture of Faith but I can't get it to post. I've tried more than a dozen times... maybe tomorrow? Oh yeah, if your wondering about Faith's beautiful pink shirt...it's a shirt I bought after hiking the Grand Canyon. It was her PJ's for the night. She didn't want to wear her costume when she got up so she just kept the shirt on most of the day. The sleep over was a spur of the moment decision so we didn't have her PJ's or change of clothes.

Sleep over with Faith

Friday night after our Halloween Festivities Faith came home with us and stayed the night. She said we were having a party! First we ate some candy (just a little), then we played a game and then read a book. After that she played NickJr. games on the computer. She didn't go to sleep until 12:30. In the morning she wanted to finish our party. So I curled her hair. It took over an hour because it is so thick. Then she wanted to invite someone over. She said how about Becky. (my next door neighbor, who she loves). Becky wasn't home so she left her a message. Becky called her back and Faith asked her to come see her beautiful hair. What Becky didn't know was that Faith had a plan. She had a glass of ice water on a napkin for her. When she came in Faith told her we were having a party. So, being the good person Becky is she played right along. Faith sat her down and went and got my blush. Becky let her put it on and then she let her paint her nails. Then Faith told her she was going to paint a picture of her. She did the colors of her shirt and even her hair clip in her hair. Faith was so excited. Thanks Becky for making my grand daughter so happy. Faith is helping Becky learn to be a Grandma. Her first grandchild will be born in December. Yeah! I'm so glad I get to have these experiences with Faith. I just wish Sophie was here too so she could do it with us.

Jaylee Turned Two On September 27th!!

Jaylee was actually up North for her birthday again this year so we celebrated with our family after they got home. We went to Costa Vida's for dinner and then back to our house for cake and gifts. I got her the same little dog that I got Saige that sings "Close To You." Brody sure likes to give kisses. Sometimes they turn into a bite though. Faith had fun dressing Jaylee up in my make up and putting on the Princess stuff that Brody gave Jaylee. It was fun watching the kids stick their fingers in the cake as they were waiting for it to be lit. Happy Birthday Jayalee, you are such a sweetie pie!

Dinner first at Costa Vida's

Kisses from cousin Brody...(or was it a bite?)

Sampling of the cake!

Big Sister, Faith...into Grandma's makeup again!

Saige's 3rd Birthday October 5,2008

Saige turned three while I was in Utah. We went to Heath's parents house for Crepe Sunday and to watch General Conference. I'm glad I was able to be there for her birthday. She had so much fun opening her gifts and dressing up. Happy Birthday Saige. Grandma loves and misses you!

Saige is Three!

I got Saige a little dog that sang, "Close To You"

Jonah loved it too!

Ethan reading the card he wrote to Saige. It was so sweet.

Computers....

I still have so much to post....
My trip to Utah...my beautiful new grandaughter, Grace Lydia!!!
My past trips to Utah...Ethan's baptism in July and Jaylee and Saige's birthdays. I still haven't bought a new router yet so I can download pictures off of my lap top. I need to do it because this is my journaling. So, when I do...you don't have to read it all. I thought I had some pictures of Gracie on this PC of Ron's but I don't...Oh well, I guess I'll go watch TV!!!

Halloween 2008

Tonight we went over to Christopher and Bailey's and had our traditional Bread Bowls and soup. It was Yummy of course. Bailey's family was there also. After dinner we went Trick or Treating with the kids. They had so much fun. They would say thank you every time they would get candy. I'm glad we get to spend time with our grandchildren and children. We do miss Heather and her family though. Happy Halloween Everyone!!!

Ronnie pulling the kids!

Grandma, Grandpa, Faith, Jaylee, and Brody

Christopher, Bailey, and Brody

One little witch, Jaylee!

Our little cowgirl, Faith.

Brody...one tough little boxer!

Jaylee taking a little snooze before going Trick or Treating.

Smile for the camera Ron!

Brody enjoying his potatoe soup.

Faith ate three soup bowls full of soup!

Our Pumpkin Bowls...Yummy!!!!

A few more pictures.

For Heather...

Do you know who this is?

Brody fishing!

Faith fishing!

Jaylee getting a flower on her face.

Brody getting a football on his face.

Ward Halloween Party

We had our annual Halloween Party tonight at the ward. Aleia and Bailey brought the kids to it. We ate hot dogs (some of them were quite crisp) and chili beans. The kids played a few games and then went Trunk or Treating. They seemed to have a lot of fun. Ron and I are on the Activities Committee so we had to help set it up and cook. Bailey helped Ron when she got there while I spilled rootbeer all over Brody trying to keep him from falling over in a chair. The kids had their face painted by the Young Women. Jaylee stole someones Pumpkin candy holder but we found the owner. I'm glad my daughter-in-laws brought my grandkids. I love showing them off and taking them around. It's a blast being a Grandma! I wish my other grandkids could have been there too. I sure missed them!


Jaylee

Train Ride

Faith getting her face painted.

Brody