What happened to my little boy?

Jerry was only 6 days old here. He weighed 5 and a half pounds and was 3 1/2 weeks early. He was so tiny but it doesn't last long!

This is Jerry with his Great Grandma Ashby, Ross' Mom. She is holding a picture of her parents. This has meant so much to us! I believe she passed away the next year and I am so grateful Jerry had this opportunity.

This was taken at the Train Depot in Boise. I love the pictures that the two of them are together in.

Jerry loves to go fishing with his Grandpa! Rae isn't so keen on it though so this meant a lot to us!

Here is my "not so little" boy!

Jerry,

I want you to know that we wish you a very Happy Birthday! We are so grateful that you have chosen us to be your parents! You are such a great brother to your sister and younger brother. You love to make others laugh and love to give hugs! You have a sweet spirit that draws others to you. We love you so much and wish you a wonderful time on your special day!

I can't believe how small you started out and now look at you! In a year or two you will be past me! We love your fun personality and love for others. Don't change! Keep moving closer to your Savior and you'll never wonder about if what you are doing is the right thing. We love you!

Mom and Dad

30 is OLD.. Mom!

Last week when Raelene and I were in the truck waiting for Ross, I teased Raelene saying that she had gray hair. She panicked and quickly responded with " But I am not 30 yet! I am too young for gray hair!" Of course, being the kind mother, I told her I was just kidding her!
Then it occured to me shortly there after... are we supposed to get gray hair at 30?! I am with her.. I am too young for gray hair.. and yes I am still 19! Ok that is obvious that I am not.. but after you hit 30 I have been told you start to go back in age..
Do you remember being a kid or even a teenager and when someone said that they were 30 you thought to yourself" that is old!" At least I thought that way. Then the closer you get to it (and remember, I am not that close) smile.. it is not old at all! I still see myself or at least think of myself as still being that teenager.. maybe it is because our Spirits never age. So, to all those who are approaching 30... you are still young and remember that age is just a matter of perspective.. or at least I would like to think of it that way!

Birthday Slide Show Complete!

Ok, after much technical difficulty.. I finally got it finished! Raelene had so much fun yesterday and I want to thank everyone for all of your help and support! It wouldn't have been a success with out ya!

Slideshow Coming Soon...

I am in the process of creating a slide show of Raelene's birthday party.. should have it done by tomorrow night.. I hope!

My little Girl went from 0-11yrs in a heartbeat!!

Raelene in her blessing dress that Ross' Mom made her. In fact, all of the dresses and blessing outfits that I know of have been made by her. We are so thankful for all of her love and hard work that Mom did to make these special occasions even more memorable!


Raelene at the age of 2-3. Look at them curls!




I love this picture of the 2 of them!




I wish I knew where the time went! I would take some back if I could and enjoy the little things more! Raelene had her birthday party today and her friends and cousins were able to celebrate it with her. Our close friend, Christy ( who is a cake artist!) (and I consider to be a sister!) made Raelene's cake for her today. She made a Bolt Cake and it turned out incredible! Love ya Christy! We appreciate it so much and I feel it deserves a page all of its own...

My little angel is not so little anymore. I remember her being born as if it were yesterday! She was only 6 1/2 pounds and came very fast. She didn't want to wait then and she hasn't changed since! Raelene, you have always had a special place in our hearts! Your daddy might not admit it in the open but you have his heart!! (of course, next to my place..)smile.. You have brought so much joy to our home and our lives.. you are always helping when needed and love to bring a smile to others! Thank you for choosing us as your parents and blessing our home with your Sweet Spirit! We love you Sweetheart and wish you a very Special Birthday!!

Candle waxed pancakes

It was soo funny! My friend Naomi and her kids came over for lunch and we decided to have pancakes. So Raelene fixed a double recipe, well when a few pancakes were done Naomi's little 2 (almost three year old) wanted syrup but Raelene told her it wasn't ready yet. So she had to wait for the syrup. Well Naomi keeps their syrup in jars, so while Raelene was seeing if the water was boiling, little Kiera (Naomi's daughter) thought my jar of candle wax off my candle warmer was my vanilla syrup, and she put it on her pancake and started eating it!! Luckily Raelene was able to get the plate from her before it was all eaten.

Dog with a sweet tooth

Raelene and her Grandma (Ross' mom) made a pie plate of homemade caramel and another of divinity for her birthday coming up this saturday. She gave it to her last weekend while in Cascade. She was so excited to have her own present that was candy (she loves sweets!)

Then, low and behold, Kato (with his kenine senses) for sweets, finds what Raelene has left of her caramel and divinity and enjoys it to the last lick! I thought it was funny!

I hate to see what the vet bill will be when he looks at his teeth... probably has more cavities then the kids do!