Sunshine in January

"The moment when you first wake up in the morning is the most wonderful of the twenty-four hours. No matter how weary or dreary you may feel, you possess the certainty that, during the day that lies before you, absolutely anything may happen. And the fact that it practically always doesn't, matters not a jot. The possibility is always there." ~ Monica Baldwin

 Two lovely surprises today: a fun letter in the mail from Tiffany and Brett, that made us just laugh! . . . and this lovely Amaryllis from my friend Carol bloomed. Little things that bring such joy!

A Trip to the Firestation

"People are always asking me how is it that firefighters run into a burning building when everyone else is running out. Courage is the answer." ~ Chief Kennedy in Ladder 49v

Hunter and Ashton ~ trying out the fire truck!

 It was Ashton's birthday and Papa Ray had put together some computer equipment for one of the local volunteer firestations, so we all went along to help deliver the goods.  They gave Ashton and Hunter the royal tour, and we got to tag along!
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13 is our lucky number too!

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Ashton, Hunter and Chad

The volunteer firefighters who were at the station that day taught us a lot about the trucks, their equipment, the special suits and helmets they wear, and a few things about going into a fire. It was all very interesting.

Little boys dream day

We were impressed by the dedication, commitment, and "fire" in these volunteer fire fighters hearts.  They are truly serving our community as they give of their time, their talents, skills and expertise everyday.  We salute you and the families that support and help you be there when you need to be.

The new guy at the station put on his full gear.  They have to be able to have it all on in 30-60 seconds!


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Checking out the ambulance

Hunter and Ashton trying on the firefighters hats - they're heavy!

Chad, Ashton, Hunter and Joe

Thank you for a great tour and a great way to celebrate a little boy's birthday!

And thank you, especially,  for your service to our community.

Tribute to a beloved friend

"Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, impossible to forget."

Judy ~we love you and we will miss you!

Judy and I at Ardis'

My dear friend, Judy, finally finished her three year battle with cancer, and has gone to have a joyous reunion in eternity with her loved ones there, but she has left a legacy of love and service that will live on here with her family and friends forever.

Lunch at Bull Pepper's in Payson, November 2011

Delivering comfort pillows to Utah Valley Regional Medical Center

Preparing for Heather's reception

Festival of Trees prep November 2011

Doggie socks for the Gift Shop at Festival of Trees

Flower Power - Hair ribbons for the Women & Children's Center

Ornaments for our Festival of Trees 2011

Making tee-shirt dresses for little girls in Ghana

Delivering tee-shirt dresses to Village of Hope founders

Tying a Quilt for the Humanity Center

Making Nativity Scenes at Super Saturday

One of our many wonderful potluch lunches at Judy's home

Decorating our tree for the Festival of Trees 2010
"Judy loved the Savior and lived her testimony of the gospel each and every day. She is one of the most amazing women I have ever met. She is such a great example of Christlike living.  Judy loved life to the fullest. She was interesting to talk to and so much fun to be around. I will cherish the memories of her friendship, her love, her laughter, her beautiful voice as she sang the hymns she so loved. I watched as she served and attended our We CAN events  or YW even when she didn't feel well, but she didn't want to miss a lesson or weekly activity and she always shared her love and testimony of the gospel. in everything she did. What a great woman! What a dear friend, I will miss you greatly, but cherish these past few years of friendship and beautiful memories."  ~Love You and Miss You!, Sandy