Fantastic Fireside

This week was our ward conference. We had a leadership meeting on Thursday with the Stake leaders, a temple session Saturday morning (I went by myself while Mark went to a Nicholas reunion), Church meetings today (which the stake YW taught our lessons) and a fireside tonight.
The fireside was sparce in numbers but very worthwhile. Brother and Sister Reese (which he happens to be Tawnya's very favorite seminary teacher ever!) were the speakers. They were wonderful speakers. Very dynamic. She spoke about Unity in the family and wards. They've raised 9 children (I'd say they have some experience in that area!). He talked about a study done at BYU. There are 4 things we can do that will not only bless our immediate families but also our grandchilren.
1. - Pray together
2. - Study together
3. - Fast for a common purpose together
4. -This is a biggie - ATTEND CHURCH WHEN YOU'RE ON VACATION! (Hard to do when you're traveling sometimes - so we'll try to do better!)

Melissa (our niece) played a piano solo - "Onward Christian Soldiers" that was gorgeous. She's an awesome pianist.

Anne and Roy skyped me this morning! It's always so fun to talk to them and hear about what they're doing and what's happening on their mission. Read their blog to see some great pictures!

Fifty, Nifty, United States.....

Yeah! I finally have a "quarter keeper". (Not sure of the correct term). Tawnya and Landon (and Reese) gave it to me for my birthday - thank you very much. I've been saving them since they started in 1999 in my Mickey Mouse cup. There are only 4 states left to go.
We went to see our Utah Valley kids this weekend since it was General Conference. We had a great time playing with the grandkids and enjoying General Conference. We hadn't seen them for a long time! Thanks for the good time! When we got home Shara skyped us so we got to see our little Abby too! (What a wonderful invention!)

LUCAS' SURPRISE VISIT

Nappy surprised us and brought Lucas home with her for the weekend. We've had a great time. Here's a few of the things we've accomplished so far:
I had a great time playing with my cousins C.J. and Logan. We went to McDonalds and played on the toys and had Happy Meals. It was so much fun. I was very tired and fell asleep on the way home.
Practicing my "Sunbeam" Song for church tomorrow.

I love to have a bath at Grams now. I didn't like the old tub with doors on it. (It doesn't hurt to have toys in there too!
Playing basketball with the cup. He loves to brush his teeth while watching himself in the mirror.

Thanks Lucas for coming to stay with us. We've had great time and we love having you come. Grampa loves your helping hands when he feeds the animals and works on boots! Bring your little brother and other 2 cousins next time too! We'll have a great time!

HAPPY "KEASTER"

None of my grandbabies got to come home for Easter so I found some!
ALL I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE I LEARNED FROM THE EASTER BUNNY:
Don't put all of your eggs in one basket.
Walk softly and carry a big carrot.
Everyone needs a friend who is all ears.
There's no such thing as too much candy.
All work and no play can make you a basket case.
A cute little tail attracts alot of attention.
Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day.
Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits.
Some body parts should be floppy.
Keep your paws off other people's jellybeans.
Good things come in small sugarcoated packages.
The grass is always greener in someone else's basket.
An Easter bonnet can tame even the wildest hare.
To show your true colors you have to come out of your shell.
The best things in life are still sweet and gooey!

Happy Anniversary Kesler's

Happy 2nd Anniversary to Landon and Tawnya! That's been a fast two years. You make a great pair and have such a cute little baby you've added to your family. We love you lots. Glad to share my birthday with you!

Tagged by Sally

Sally tagged me a while back - I'm finally getting it done!

A - Attached or Single - Attached to Mark (although he thinks I'm attached to my cell phone sometimes!
B - Best friends - Mark and my girls.
C - Cake or pie - Cake (oatmeal)
D - Day of choice? - Holidays!
E - Essential items -Scriptures, Cell phone, computer,
F - Favorite clothing items - slippers, socks, and p.j.'s
G - Greatest Ambition in Life - serve a mission with Mark someday!
H - Hometown - Virden, N.M. (yes it's on the map!)
I - Indulgence - Bubble Baths
J - January or July - Definitely NOT January
K - Kids - 4 girls, 3 sons in law and 4 grandkids
L - Life isn't complete without? - Family and Friends
M - Movie - Disney Classics
N - Number of brothers and sisters - 3 sisters, 1 brother
O - Oranges or apples - Oranges -(fresh squeezed)
P - Phobia - Snakes (imagine that!)
Q - Quote - "Kill 'em with Kindness"
R - Reason to Smile - Lucas' funny sayings
S - Season of Choice - Late Spring, Summer, Early Fall (warm weather)
T - TV shows - Good Things Utah - Everybody Loves Raymond
U - Unknown fact about me - I don't like to shop - except online!
V - Vegetable - I like most veggies
W - Worst habit - Dr. Pepper - (I've only had 1 since Monday!)
X - xray or ultrasound - Ultrasound
Y - Your favorite food? - Grilled Steak and Mexican Food
Z - Zodiac sign - Pisces

I tag my girls and nieces.

Happy Birthday Tawnya!

Happy Birthday to our daughter Tawnya. (Can you believe you're 22!)I met her, Katie and the kids in SLC today for a late lunch at the Blue Iguana. It was fun to see you and Reese for a little while.

Tawnya is an awesome daughter and likes to have lots of fun. She is such a good little mom and takes such good care of Reese and Landon. We love you lots and hope you have a great birthday. Have a fun trip to "Sharazona" (as Lucas says).