Benny Buns 35th Birthday

Funny how this man can remember clearly how OLD I am, but just can't seem to remember how old he is????? Denial? Likely! Well buddy . . . you're getting older too.

We realized we have a son closer to going on a mission than when we served our missions. It's been almost 14 years since we were released and Jeff is only 8 years from serving his own mission.


Someone may of slipped away during present time. He went over to the cake for a nibble or two.

Tulip Festival in April

I love going to the Tulip Festival. Ben would rather . . . not. We hadn't been in a few years, so he put on his happy face and we went. It was a beautiful day and the flowers were stunning as usual. The kids had a blast! You can tell what each one enjoyed the most . . . Molly on the pony, Jack on the tractor, Hannah took MANY pictures of the tulips and loved the jumping thingy, and obviously Jeff's favorite was taking a pictures with his sister. You can just see the love in his face . . . stinker!

My Own Personal Everest

We all have times in our lives when some things are more difficult than other times in our lives. For instance . . . walking 2 miles was a piece of cake a few years ago. In fact 2 miles was 5 miles. I would do it 4 times a week with friends right from my house. It was a daily highlight. I loved it.

Fast forward 2.5 years and it is as if I was climbing Mt. Everest to get 2 babies, 2 binkies, 2 blankets, 2 sippy cups, 2 hats, the double stroller and myself ready and out the door for a 2 mile walk. I talk myself through every step. Knowing that at any moment I may have to turn around because one or both babies are throwing a fit. It is more of a mental challenge than a physical challenge. Though I am pushing 60 pounds of baby and stroller. I'm always glad that I've done it, but getting the courage up to make that first step toward preparation and then out the door is a leap of faith for me. Silly to some, pathetic to others, "I've been there for many", and finally an accomplishment for me. This is my first day of accomplishing it and can gladly say I have done it many times since. Even beating off some dogs in the journey on some days. But I do it and I love it even if I don't make it the whole way some days.

Before my sister and mother stone me . . .

Here are a few highlights from the last 2 months . . . we've been havin' fun.








Maui in May with the Merritt's! I frequently visit this trip in my mind to relax and chill. It was awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!


Actually I'm going to bed. My babies will be up soon . . . tomorrow is another day. I'll return . . . soon.

This is Amazing!!

Here are my two neices. 2 1/2 months apart. Adorable!!! Eliza, the 2 1/2 month old, is Cyd's baby girl and Lucy, the new born, is Jenn's baby girl. Wow!!

Baby Lucy

My sister, Jenn had her baby this week, 2 1/2 weeks early!! Lucy Meyerson joined the world on Tuesday weighing in at 5 pounds 11 ounces, 18 inches long, strawberry blonde hair.

Jenn faired well. Baby was early, she was small, and she came naturally, so all in all. Not a bad day!

Lexi is thrilled and is quite the pro when is comes to babies. They have had a lot of foster babies come through their home. We are sooooo happy for them.

Congratulations Travis, Jenn and Lexi! She is adorable!

Wisdom of a 4 Year Old

On Sunday I was helping the Primary kids fill out a Mother's Day questionnaire about their mothers. What color is your mommy's hair? How old is your mommy? What makes your mommy happy?

So I was helping Tristan Rogers fill out his paper. He is 4 years old and my buddy! (His mother is an AMAZINGLY strong person.) I asked him, "What does your mommy love to do?" He said, "She loves to go to work and school." I then asked him, "What makes your mommy happy?" He responded like a wise old women . . . "Being Done". Amen!!!

Being Done is what makes me happy too. Being done with laundry, being done with my list, being done with hall duty, being done with the dishes, being done with exercise, being done with the day. Being done makes me happy!