Monday, May 28, 2007

Memorial Day - Royce stopped the car for me at the local cemetary so I could photograph all the beautiful American Flags....













"When I sound the fairy call, gather here in silent meeting,Chin to knee on the orchard wall, cooled with dew and cherries eating. Merry, merry, take a cherry, mine are sounder, mine are rounder, Mine are sweeter for the eater, when the dews fall, and you'll be fairies all."

Emily Dickinson

Friday, May 25, 2007

Sunday, May 20, 2007

Friday, May 18, 2007

Christi graduated tonight from Fresno State!!!





What an accomplishment. We are so happy for her to be finished with school! She wondered at times if she would make it...but through it all...morning sickness, studying, papers to write, a new baby, more morning sickness and another baby......SHE FORGED AHEAD and met her goal. We're so happy for her and I just needed to say that we are pleased with her accomplishments. What an example she is to me of hard work and determination! Congratulations Christianne!

Thursday, May 17, 2007

More zoo photos...

The orangutans...(I'm pretty sure I didn't spell that word right!)
The flamingos....
Caleen...this one is for you....your daughter is lovely and very kind.

Sean's kindergarten trip to the zoo today....

A lovely black swan...
the Sting Ray Bay...
My group brushing a goat....what a thrill...
The Elephant....

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

"Our motives and thoughts ultimately influence our actions. The testimony of the truthfulness of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ is the most powerful motivating force in our lives. Jesus repeatedly emphasized the power of good thoughts and proper motives: 'Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not' (D&C 6:36). "The testimony of Jesus Christ and the restored gospel will help us in our lives to learn of God's specific plan for us and then to act accordingly. It gives us assurance of the reality, truth, and goodness of God, of the teachings and Atonement of Jesus Christ, and of the divine calling of latter-day prophets. Our testimony motivates us to live righteously, and righteous living will cause our testimony to grow stronger."
~Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Tuesday, May 15, 2007

Free to Fly....


Trying something new....

Bracelets
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"May we all be faithful in doing the day to day ordinary things that prove our worthiness, for they will lead us to and qualify us for great things."

-James E. Faust

Saturday, May 12, 2007

"I remember my mother's prayers and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life."

~Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)

Cambria flowers...




Friday, May 11, 2007

Enough with the baseball pictures...I know....but...

I couldn't help posting this one just because he looks like the Road Runner to me. So funny!!! I almost hear sound effects just looking at it....

Thursday, May 10, 2007

Grant's first taste of cotton candy...

We went to a Hoe-Down Carnival at Sean's elementary school last weekend and Grant had his first encounter with cotton candy. He was, needless to say, excited about it. I guess that love for sugar runs in the family....sorry Grant, but it's something you've inherited from me. You'll hate me for it later on down the road. But, in the meantime...enjoy!

My mother is amazing.....!



...She recovered my old ottoman for me for my birthday and then came by today to drop off 2 pillows she needlepointed and put together for me! They are all gorgeous and I love them. Mostly I love her. She's an incredible woman - - - always an example to me of hard work, creativity, selflessness and generosity. Thank you Mom....for these beautiful works of art and for being the best mom I could have ever had.

Monday, May 07, 2007

I am a Grandma now...therefore, it is not a silly investment to purchase a bubble machine....




Royce thought it was a wacky thing to buy...but I knew that it would cause such a wonderful reaction. I actually find it quite enjoyable myself....to sit amidst swirling bubbles. It's a great way to feel like a kid again.

Friday, May 04, 2007


Cute little Buddy....i love this little boy!


More of Sean the Baseball Player....


He's just improved so much. He enjoys participating in his games now. I heard him yelling cheers for his other teammates last night for the first time. aaaaw....he's growing up.