Noras B Day Party

Way last September, we had a family Birthday Party at the Beach for Nora's 4th Birthday. We were all short cameras, or had battery malfunction that evening except for our niece April. She just sent us the pictures and even though it is months late, I had to share 3 of my many favorites.

This is Nora with her favorite beach food. Her cousin Natalie from Utah, and Sara with a dirty face.

Pure Joy is what I call this picture. I can't wait for corn season to be back on, so we can go to the beach!! All the pictures were great, thanks so much for sending them. (I decided to get another sweat shirt to wear to the beach.....I didn't realize how ridiculous the Christmas one looks. I am not showing pictures of that)

Not the Best Month

After all the fun birthday posts, we had a tough month. Andy's brother Ron died suddenly of a heart attack. He had lived for the past 25+ years in a town called Regina, in New Mexico. 100 miles from everywhere. So our contact with him had been minimal. It is not a good idea to let relationships stagnate, especially family ones. We made a quick trip to Utah for the Memorial Dinner. It was good to reconect with family members. Then one week later our niece Sarah's and Jareds youngest child Oliver died. He was only 6 months old. He was scheduled to have heart surgery this week. He looked good at the memorial service for Ron, but contracted Influenza and it was to much for his little heart. Our love goes out to Ron's family, and Oliver's family. Once again I am grateful for the Plan of Salvation, and for covenants made in the Temple.

Happy Birthday Andy

Happy Birthday. You are the best animal pancake maker.

That is always a special treat for our kids and Grandkids.

I don't think I know what your favorite pancake shape is......oh, maybe I do........

We really need to get some better pictures of you!!!

Your children give you such interesting gifts.

It could be because you have such interesting realationships with each of them.

I know you are not even getting your favorite meal today.

We are backed up on birthday meals, and your birthday present wasn't even on your top 1,000 things that you would like to have.

But know that I love you, and hope that you have a great day today.