February and the snows still coming.

the typical deck view--I often take snow picture from here --like most all of 'em

snow still coming down  --twill make for some great water in the summer...time..so we should be grateful...as long as we all travel safely about.

hows about we all go together there sometime

dad and I have been joining with the eight wards in our stake and attending the temple in connection with their ward conferences.  We also do sealings with a sealing group once a month.  We'd like to go as a family to do a sealing group on a sat at the end of april or so and we'll get your imput on a day...much love dad and mom

what a nice surprise!

pretty huh?

I (Lynda) came home from work on Fri to find a beautiful vase of flowers from Bryan to me--it was a taste of spring right in my kitchen --now I am longing for spring..

we are very happy to have Bryan work at home

It has been a few years now since Bryan Started working  his job....in an office here at home.  I was leary at first but it has been a great blessing.  I like that he isn't out in the traffic.  I like that he gets to his job quickly in the morning by walking into the next room.  I'm glad when I come home from school and he is there waiting..(even though ) he is working.  Its nice not to come home to an empty house.  So even though we are 'empty nesters' as they call us--we still have each other.  Its like FHE every night--except when I'm at my religion class or he is off to give stake temple recommends.  So like I said in my title of the blog.  I am happy to have Bryan work from home--it brings peace of mind to me.  It only has a few drawbacks--we have to be quiet==not fun can start here till after 5pm
he has to make sure  He can account for his time spent while clocked in.  He often does not get to associate with other workers during the day. We don't often have visitors sleep over--cause they can't really make themselves to home with him working 4 ten hour days.. and having to be downstairs  for so long.  Overall its worked out much better than I ever dreamed it would.  Now I can't wait to go on a mission someday and be around Bryan all day every day.  Looking forward to the time that is a reality. 

enjoyed sealings

we enjoyed two sealings this past Friday
John and Darci Lund were sealed in the Timpanogus Temple at 12 then Anson and Carly Call were sealed at 1PM  then that evening we attended the reception for Anson and Carly.

34 years --every one a joy and a gem

the Man from Heber City

we're glad we got sealed 34 years ago (feb 16-79_  ) We've had a good life we're better 'together"  we both bring out the best in each other. 

it only gets better every year

nothing but blue skies

so to celebrate we're taking a trip next spring to Hawaii--(for now we went on a walk up by bridal veil) after eating at I -hop  then went to Heber to eat at a place we like there and then back home--busy and fun day

good luck Hayley

good luck charlie is a show that I watch with the grandkids at times--but today I say Good luck Hayley

we've prayed and prayed for a speedy recovery for you..sorry you have to go down this road of not feeling well with a the passing of a kindney stone--hang tough...May the  days ahead be better and better...

cousin time .--

anybody recognize--beached whale game in action when they see it  ? actually bryan was telling the kids stories about he and brad and nancy and Hayley when they were little

Bryan and Brianne

it was fun to team up with Bryan and Mary Anne Kirk and take turns house sitting and spending time with the kirks while Nancy and Stephen took a little weekend trip

a  little movie time

"uncle Bryan caring for me is the best" he is a hard act to follow, and so is aunt Brianne

   Kyle really warmed up to her while they were house sitting

Happy Valentine day

Happy Valentine day Everyone..this as it has been referred to is "the month of Love"

I want to do what the Mormon advertisements say to do--and that is "IF U LOVE 'EM--TELL 'EM"

SO here goes--:
nancy, Stephen, Brianne, Bryan, Kerri, Brad, Hayley, Joe, Forrest, Kaci, Adrianna, Abbie, Megan, Kyle, Mayley, Hogan, Hunter,  Jacob baby.... We love you guys  -

-'YOU ARE ALL OUR FAVORITES.!!!!!!
Love x0x0x0x0x mom and dad

Happy Birthday Nancy

Happy Birthday Nancy  33 years  AGO  is a great memory for us--You've blessed our lives since the day you arrived.

Dear Nancy Happy 33^rd Birthday--

Top Ten things we love about you-

10- You are great one to celebrate our joys and setbacks, you so good to validate our accomplishments

9- You are cheerful, Loving , and kind ,and fun to be around. You Look for the good in others

#8 You ae an example to us in so many ways but in one way is SHARING your time, and your home and your food

#7 You are taxi driver, coach, nurse -teacher, consultant, funny monitor, you do a great juggling act with all of your many “hats” and rolls

#6 -You're exceptional cook , dishwasher and maid, some of your favorite meals of your kids and others (like us) is bread, pumkin bread, enchiladaas

#5 You radiate goodness and the light of the gospel, its your inner spirit that makes you beautiful, (plus you are physically beautiful too)

#4 you create a 'Haven” for your family in your home—a little retreat from the hub bub of the world

#3 you sing nice, you exercise, run races , play the piano for your family, tell stories good and share your talents with your family –they are lucky to be in your stewardship.

#2 you are sincere and humble and modest about the achievements that you a have. --not puffed up or seeking your own—you have charity

#1 you are a wonderful all around person and we were so glad that you came to join us in mortality 33 years ago—are lives have been better since that day –and we often reflect how blessed we are to be your parents—you were a cute little bundle of soft dark skin and long black hair and a sweet smile little did we know all the joys that we would share with you through the years as we looked at that tiny baby

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOVE MOM AND DAD

 you're a house 'contractor' well practically

Happy Birthday Brad

Dear BRAD happy Birthday-you have a wonderful family, you are a wonderful man

*you are a good father and husband

*you do a lot for the youth of your stake, school and ward

*You are fun to be around and you think of funny thing on the spot

*you care about people, you care about how to help them and make their day better

* you try to work out frustrations by biking or walking rather than venting--or taking it out on people

*you are awesome at remodeling,,love what you've done with the place

*great at being a good son, brother, husband, father, physcologist, surfer, teacher, learner,pergo and carpet layer, cupboard hanger, garage cleaner outer, dirt removal , kind of guy...kudos

*you look on the bright side--do what ya gotta do and not complain about it. 

** you can find more deals on craigs list than the best of 'em.  (i.e paint, carpet, cupboards, and just great couches and stuff)

*you've taught your kids well (as pictured) to try new things, horse rides, guitar, and such  they are so adventureous and they come by it rightly  with you and kerri--giving them a 'can do ' attitude.

*you are welcoming, you make others feel welcome in your home and its a safe haven and refuge from the world.  Thanks for coming to slc  last summer --where we could come into your '

refuge and home more often--we loved making & storing up those memories.

thanks for being such a good person & we love ya happy birthday -

-mom & dad