July 5th

HELLO

HEY FAMILY

I don't think anyone blogs on here any more so I was thinking maybe we needed to close it? I will be talking to you all soon.

Logan Rodeo

From top to bottom of pictures. 1. Waiting with Dad to get on sheep in black hat. 2. On the sheep 3. The sheep takes off 4. Looking cute sitting with cousin 5. Just waiting for the Rodeo to start.

this one is for Grandma

I have started this post about 100 different ways already, so I am just going to type what I am feeling. I have thought so much the last few days about the impact grandma has had in my life. She is a perfect example of unconditional love. She was a constant support and listener in my life, always on my side. I loved to look up and see Grandma at my basketball games, I loved to stop in at her house for a Coke and some treats, I loved to call her on the phone to discuss our thoughts about American Idol or Deal or no Deal, and I loved to eat the amazing mashed potatoes she could make. It meant so much to me to see her come through the door of my hospital room just three weeks ago to see our new baby Sarah Evelyn. She supported me until the end. I am going to miss her so much, but I know that after 40 years the reunion with Grandpa Jack must have been an absolute joyous event, and I am thankful for that.

Visitors to the hospital

Prayers for Grandma Smith

Grandma has been in the hospital for the past few days. Her six kids have been in an out of the hospital for most of the past two days, including waiting while she had surgery on Saturday morning. Here are some photos of the the part of the family that was captured hanging out in grandma's room, the cafeteria and outside at about noon on Sunday.

the family

Here is one of the pictures from the family party. It was so great to see everyone!

Thanksgiving

Just wanted to post a couple pictures from our Thanksgiving festivities. The food was excellent, the company was great, and Pam, Gary, Craig, JD, and I were the Thanksgiving jeopardy champs.
We didn't mean to wear matching outfits, it just happened.

Lily came to town....

...and she brought her mom, dad and big brother with her. John and Beth were in town a few weeks ago to attend John's good friend, Casey Robles' wedding. Kristin hooked us up with some free Disneyland tickets. Who knew, Disneyland is fun again!

d-e-e-r

JD and I woke up to this last Sunday in our backyard. It seems sortof weird living in the center on the valley. They had to cross some major roadways to get to where they were....

weekend in Jackson

Just thought I would post the pictures of my Mom and Dad with each of their seven grandkids...

Jackson Hole