Fall Trip

In October
we traveled again to be with
our grandchildren.

Reeli ran in the
Girls' Fall-Cross-Country match.
She completed the course and
won the cutest and
happiest girl in the race.

Kaden ran in the
Boys'-Cross-Country match.
He completed the course and
won the most
determined and handsome
boy in the race.

Of course, Jarom
won the best cheerleader, hands down.
(all from the comfort of the sidelines).

We took a short trip
to one of the many lighthouses.
The weather was cool,
but our hearts
were warm by being together.

The autumn colors
were bright.

Our next visit will include
a round of golf
with our grandkids.

and beating the 'local pro'.

Create meaningful family bonds that give your children
an identity stronger than what they can find
with their peer group or
at school or anyplace else.
"What Matters Most Is What Lasts Longest"
Elder Ballard, October 2005

Fall Carrot Harvest

Today we celebrated the
First Carrot Harvest on Tameron.

We enjoyed making and tasting
Tropical Carrot Apple Juice.

Through the miracle of life, we planted the seeds and produced
delicious fresh peas, .... carrots, ....onions, and potatoes from our garden.
President Faust, November 1999.

...that a seed may be planted in your heart;
..to enlarge my soul;.. to enlighten my understanding.
Alma 32:28

Busy Saturday for Zack and Madelynn

I'm going to take a short nap after
helping dad and grandpa
decorate Madelynn's room.

I really like my bedroom
but it's taking forever.
Hurry up you guys
and cut out the horse'n around!

Autumn colors from AmFrk/Alpine-Loop/Cascade Springs

The colors are brilliant.Nectar for all creatures.Cascade Springs.Lunch is always better with the one you love.


Walk with faith,
rejoicing in the beauties of nature,
in the goodness of those you love,
in the testimony which you carry in your heart concerning things divine.

President Gordon B. Hinckley - March 1992

Capturing Madelynn's smiles

We were fortunate to capture some of
Madelynn's first smiles.



Of course I know who you are.
You are my grandma.

I'm a member of this family

to bring joy and happiness to all.

Hey, where's Zackary?
I want to play with him.

Grandma, you are beautiful. Please go get my bottle.

Do you like my pretty pink outfit?
My mom dresses me in the best colors.

Nap time, but my hands are out and ready to play.
Just wake me up and we will play all day.

Successful families have love and respect for each family member.
Family members know they are loved and appreciated.
Children feel they are loved by their parents.
Thus, they are secure and self-assured.
President Ezra Taft Benson - August 1993

Happy Birthday Zackary. Two Years Old

Zackary celebrated his second birthday
at Grandma's and Grandpa's
(albeit) a few days late.

Let's get to the present.

Thanks Grandma. Can I play with Elmo now?

Finally, a bowl of ice cream
with Grandpa.
But where's the cake?

"You know you are getting old when the candles cost more than the cake." - Bob Hope

Summer Fun With Our Grandchildren

Grandchildren are the best creation.
Why didn't we become grandparents first?

Zack loves to sit on Chrissom's shoulders.








Madelynn Marie is the newest grandchild. Born Aug. 12, 2009.






Everyone agrees the party is at grandma's and grandpa's





Come and join the fun!