For the girl who has everything, we send Thack's love

Happy day of birth Miss Jennifer. You're the best. I'll never forget how you took us under your wing when we moved down to Mesa. What a lifesaver! You are one of the most others-centered people I've met. You constantly put others first in your life and are always more concerned with making everyone feeling comfortable and welcome. I love that and wish I could be more like that. Love you girl!

Happy Birthday Jenny

Here's to everyone's favorite oldest sister! Wish I could "box" you up and ship you to my house!!!

Happy birthday to the land of Le!

From the wee little one and fam.

When Vanita left she asked me to stay in touch with her friend Lola who is Apache Indian. Lola wants to get her daughters baby adopted. He daughter is in and out of jail. So,long story short she is ready for this to happen. She has asked for John Bean to adopt the baby. I called John and Serene. They are still having a little shock with this new idea. Lola doesn't want to go with Family Services and she wants John to come down and get the baby soon. Like next week. Serene and John have to get some work done. Legal papers and such. They are still in shock. I don't know what will really happen. I know a friend of Joy's and tried to create an interest in that opportunity. I felt when I told her they were Navajo that was a turn off. I guess Apache and Navajo don't see eye to eye. Anyway, John and Serene are in the middle of a big life change, if indeed this does happen. I just about called you Vic but I am not sure they are ready for that even.I still hope the baby is placed soon and to the right family. John and Serene want that too. No one is positive how this will work. Indians follow their own rules I have learned.
Grandma is doing fine. Lonely too but fine. Any calls or letters brighten her day.
Dad's birthday in Tues. Jack's birthday was Sat. 10 years old. Jenny's is coming up and then Haileys. Love you and are looking to going to Calif. in Nov. Thanks for your blogs and pictures. I love them and feel connected to you a little. Love MOm

Not to ruin everyone's week.....

But I got Laid off today. Everyone in my department did. Just thought you should know. Its ok though. I feel ok about it, and not super worried yet. Maybe it just hasn't hit me. I guess it will give me time to get back to my one true love. Underwater basket weaving.

The Newest Nephews

Once there was a fun-loving attractive couple named Paul and Kristyn. They had a little boy named Thacker and another baby on the way.

One night while watching a movie, Kristyn had to use the ladies room. Soon she realized what was really happening. Her water had broken even though they were weeks away from their due date. That baby was coming and fast!
They made a mad dash to the hospital. There wasn't even time to take Thacker to the babysitter!

Before they knew what was happening, their precious bundle had arrived!

A handsome baby boy to some very proud parents! Hooray- he is here!

Once there was a good-looking well read couple named Vic and Molly. They had a little girl named Lucy who they loved and adored and she loved and adored them! But Lucy couldn't stay. Less than 3 years later they had special little boy named Peter who warmed their sad hearts with love and laughter. Vic continued to read (usually 5 books at a time) and Molly began running. All of the time. Up and over mountains- everywhere.

But Lucy was always near, a sweet angel watching over them.

Happy Anniversary!

Can it really be 38 years?! That is several lifetimes for many of us (like my kids- I know, I am not that young either people).

We love you Mom and Dad. Happy Anniversary to you! You should treat yourselves to a little get-a-way vacation. Like a lovely little destination called Albuquerque. Great amenities and excellent food I hear. :)

Make that 35 reassons Girl!

Or did I just ruin the 30 factor in this online surprise? In that case I'll go by A, B, C...

A. So fun to be around! Even going to Shop Ko is fun with you!
B. Always looks for possibilities instead of reasons not to do something (I was practically crying in my bed when I turned 30, you just go on a trip! Way to go!)
C. You keep me very alert! Going on a train to Paris alone, giving me 'wrong' train info, men I was worried, but it only made me realise how much I care!
D. You made me appreciate naps!
E. She totally made my year in the US, by sharing your bedroom, your friends, your life basically with me!

Happy 30!
Love!

We Love You Wendy!

26. She laughs so loud, that it makes everyone else laugh too! Its awesome.
27. She knows and understands the gospel, and realizes you dont have to like green jello to be a good Member.
28. She always takes good care of me. She always sends me the most fun/surprise packages!
29. She will always take off and head to Mexico with me when I'm in a tight spot!
30. She's a great friend, who will always: listen, play, cry, and do puzzles with until the early hours of the morning.

Love you Wendy! Happy Birthday!

YoHoo! Wendy-Lohoo!

21. She won't take anyones crap! "Try telling this nurse you don't like the hospital food! I dare you!"

22. You can pick Wendy out in a growd by her healthy laugh!

23. What an example of a well rounded woman. Creative crafter, Kenpo Karate Kicker, Movie Master, Sensitive sister, Hostess with the Mostess, Fiel Friend (Fiel means loyal in portuguese), NeoNatal Nurse.

24. She helped me fix up my house just for fun!

25. I love wendy because she is fiercely loyal. We've all crossed her at one point and seen a side of her that make me have pitty on her enemies but,.... the side we all know is that she will stand by us and defend us no matter what. I have memories of wendy developing a quick hatred for any kids that ever mistreated me. Thanks for sticking by me and protecting me!

I love you.

Paul , Kristyn, Thacker, and Baby

Reasons We Love Wendy

16. She knows how to have a good time! Always.

17. She has a great sense of style and fashion (which Allie informed me that I do not)

18. She is brave. Every time I see her she has a different hair color or style (whereas I had the same hair style for 10 years)

19. She has a permanent smile

20. She is not afraid to hop in a car, plane, train, bike, trike, whatever it may be and explore the world

We love you Wendy, happy birthday!

Joy, Jason, Allie, Luke, Weley

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.

#11 Your creativity is astounding. You have a never ending supply of something new and wonderful. Just ask a teeming group of 13 yr old girls at camp!

#12 You have saved me from smearing peanut butter all over my face many a times. (watch the kindergarten teacher on 'Billy Madison'-only PB instead of glue)

#13 You are a Disney Princess through and through. For a little girl who doesn't have a sister of her own, that's very important. Way to be great, Aunt Wendy.

#14 Summertime swimming and eating tart apples off your tree together will be memories that we will always talk about. You are so open and sharing, even Jango felt right at home.

#15 You have a sense of style that is fun and classy and can not be duplicated. Believe me, I've tried but I just can't get all the pieces to look good together like you do. You have a real eye for looking good. I hope it makes me look good, just standing next to you.
Happy Birthday Wendy! This is so much better than having to listen to me sing again!

Reasons why we love Wendy
6. She is creative and does great art.
7. She takes great photos.
8. She has a great sense of style.
9. She is sucessful and busy - a go-getter.
10. She is fun to watch a movie with and to hear her laugh.

They Say It's Your Birthday

30 REASONS WE LOVE WENDY:

1- Wendy's got sass
2- Everybody knows she's up for adventure
3- Not just anyone can sew like she can
4- Dynamite style - she's got it!
5- You know she's Ms. Independent, Ms. Self Suficient (or should we say Mrs.?)

We love you Wendy!

Happy Birthday Kristyn

To the only woman I know who smiles, when she works, plays and fights! I asked Paul once if she ever got mad, and do you know what he said? He just smiled! What a perfect match! Here's to you on your birthday! We love you lots!