I'm Not as Old as You Think!

As the years go by, I've grown used to accepting the passing of time. Although I try not to think about how many birthdays I've actually had, it's hard to ignore all of the reminders around you that time is continually moving forward.

A few weeks ago our family got together for dinner and celebrated the March birthdays. Even Paul and Tiffany Rimington joined us for the evening. When I went to get the cake, Michael and Kevin had gotten creative and loaded it with every birthday candle they could find in an effort to represent all of the birthdays (Me, Justin, Paul, Kimberly & Emma). There were actually only 10 candles shy of our combined ages on that cake. (You do the math!) Ken lighted the candles with a blow torch and everyone sang Happy Birthday! There was a pretty good layer of candle wax on the cake by the time the candles were out! I wish we'd gotten a picture because it was really pretty funny. :-)

This week, though, I've had cause to waver between laughter and depression. Just a few days ago Ken and I were visiting with the many friends and family who came to show their love and respect for Aunt Bessie (age 89). After the THIRD person asked me if I was her SISTER, I told Ken that when the funeral was over, I needed anti-depressants and some hair dye!

A Life Well Lived

During this last week, we have been coping with the loss of Ken's Aunt Bessie. She has been such a part of our lives that we are definitely saddened by her passing.






Bessie was a wonderful woman with an incredible passion for life. She loved the gospel and was dedicated to living as she felt her Heavenly Father would want her to live. She will be truly missed but we are certain that those on the other side are having a wonderful reunion!

We love you Bessie!

The New "Love" in My Life!

My time in New York was filled with many heart-stopping moments. The first was probably the very evening I arrived when Randal casually mentioned that he was planning on having me take him to the airport in the morning. Oh no!!! No north, south, east, west coordinates, unfamiliar territory and someone else's car. What could be worse!

The next day after returning from the airport, I called Ken and informed him that I had a new "love" in my life . . .


Tall, dark and handsome you ask ? ? ?

Actually . . .




Just small and rectangular. :-)

But who could resist that calm, sexy voice as it simply states:

R-e-c-a-l-c-u-l-a-t-i-n-g . . .

During the last couple of weeks, my trips to the store, church, gymnastics, etc. would have been simply terrifying if not for my new friend. No matter how many mistakes I made, it kept me from being hopelessly lost. A little like the bread crumbs in Hansel and Gretel. :-)

When I entered the eastbound freeway by mistake . . . I simply took the first available exit and my new friend wound me through scenic downtown as I made my way back.

When it wanted me to turn into a field . . . I smiled and drove on by, letting my new friend choose a new route for me . . . without the field!

And when Ethan said emphatically that his Mom and Dad always turn right to go to church, not left, I was able to follow Ethan's instructions, knowing my new friend would rescue me if needed.

All I can say is . . .

Where have you been all my life!

I'm Back!

I'm back! Actually, I'm not back in Utah but I am back to the blogging world! I've been at Marian's for the last few weeks and unfortunately, her computer completely refused to acknowledge anything Google, which included the blogs! I've been able to read them, but no comments or new posts. A couple of days ago, however, Keith arrived! He was on the East coast for business and took the time to come up to Marian's for a short visit. We quickly led him to the computer. He and Randal gathered around the keyboard and in a relatively short time, Google was up and running! Keith made it look so easy! So I hereby offer Keith the computer wizard award!

Lots of love to you all!