The week of March 8, 2010 was very eventful for us. It started early in the Provo City Courthouse where Madelynn Marie Maddux legally became our granddaughter. (although in our eyes she already was our precious granddaughter) Tuesday March 9, 2010 we enjoyed the blessings of having her sealed to Chrissom and Chelsea in the Mount Timpanogos Temple. She wore a dress Chelsea made in college. Zackary, all in white, got to stand next to Chrissom and be part of this event. Even though Maddie cried and Zack tried to climb on the alter we were filled with joy to be there and witness the importance of temple ordinances. On Sunday March 14, 2010 Chrissom pronounced a name and blessing to Madelynn. She was quiet and smiled at the congregation when Chrissom held her for all to see.
The following are pictures of the Maddux Family and all who attended.
Isn't she the sweetest little girl! We love her!

Come on judge hurry up!

Look at all the people who love me.

Modern Tech in Action

For the past few weeks we have enjoyed 'seeing and talking' to our grandkids who live in Michigan. Thanks to our joint 'web cams' and the internet we can talk face-to-face. We know they are becoming smarter and better looking each week.

Take a peek at the following web cam pictures from this week and see if you can pick the 'real grandkid'.

Think about...

Is this the real Reeli?or...

Is this the real Reeli?

How about.....

Is this the real Kaden?or...

Is this the real Kaden?

Now consider.....

Is this the real Jarom?
or...

Is this the real Jarom?

Now examine...

Is this the real Suzanne?or...

Is this the real Suzanne?

We know that each of you chose the correct picture. Check back for more pictures and more tech in action.

“Those who understand our Heavenly Father’s eternal plan for the joy and happiness
of His children will be better prepared to not only make good choices
but also provide good choices as the information superhighway rolls across the world.
The computer, television, satellite, microchip, and even the telephone all can bless
and enhance our lives, or can make them miserable.”

Elder M. Russell Ballard, July 1996

Christmas

Now that you've had time to see our Thanksgiving pictures we want to post some of our Christmas pictures. Only the Utah kids were with us for the special day. We miss the others, but we know they are creating memories and traditions of their own.

From our home to yours Have a great Holiday season and a great New Year!

Holiday Festivities

It's almost 2010 and we haven't posted any pictures of our fun. Rachel and Stirling hosted Thanksgiving Dinner 2009 in Dupont, Washington. Five Maddux children, four spouses and four grandchildren along with grandma and grandpa Maddux were there.

What a grand time we had!

We started off with a trip to the Children's Museum in Seattle.Isabelle Drage

Zackary and Madelynn Maddux

Stockton Smith

We took a walk to the Puget Sound

Threw rocks in the water and enjoyed one another's company. One tired 2 year old took a nap.















We had a great dinner, played games, celebrated Isabelle's birthday the day after Thanksgiving and finished our fun by going to the Boeing Air Museum before leaving for SLC.

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!