McKenna is 15!!

I can't believe how fast the years fly by. I got some good motherly advice from my Mother when she said to enjoy this last year when your heart is not always in your throat once you hand the keys over to the teenagers. I politely agreed then she reminded me of what a horrible driver I was at 16 and I had to stifle a panic attack. McKenna is a wonderful daughter, I have a feeling she will be a better driver than me! I guess the odds are pretty good. I couldn't ask for a sweeter, more beautiful, talented daughter. I don't know what I did to deserve her. I love you Kenna, hope you had a fun day. She got to celebrate with her Uncle Dale on his birthday as well. She missed her aunt Becky whos birthday just passed as well. We always think of Jesse and Brooks around McKenna's birthday since their special day's are all so close! Good company! I love you all!

Return With Honor

Buddy left for his mission to Rome yesterday. We will miss him but we are so proud of his example and know that he will be a great missionary. We took a pre-mission picture of him with my boys so we could see how much they grow in two years. Kyle just happened to have his Return With Honor shirt on and made sure it was visible in the picture!
Love you Buddy!

Happy Birthday Amy!

Grounded From Pocket Knives!

David Archulette Fireside

Nick and Jordan let us know about David speaking at a fireside in our old Stake. I went with Mckenna and Carly and met Nick and Mason and Jordan there. He gave a great talk, sang my three favorite hymns, I AM A CHILD OF GOD, BE STILL MY SOUL AND HOW GREAT THOU ART. Then he stayed to take pictures and shake hands with anyone who wanted to, which was everyone! It was really neat.

New Mexico Zoo with Sheperd's

Last year we went to New Mexico to visit the Sheperds! We had a blast with our cousins! These are some of the pictures from our zoo trip there! We love you Sheperds!!!

In the Navy Now!

I just wanted to tell my nephew Josh, how proud I am of him for serving his family and the Lord all his life. For his faithfull mission in New York and for his decision to serve our Country in the Armed Services. I am grateful for you and your example and for your friendship!
We are all so proud of you and love you so much! We will miss you so much! You will always be in our thoughts and prayers! Here are a few pictures from a party we had in honor of Josh on Saturday....

Hamster Dance!