Brian Suzanne & Family

Easter Part I

2009-04-14T16:47:00.006-06:00

We had my family over for a barbeque and games on Easter. We also had an Easter Egg Hunt for Hunter (see pictures below). We ate then played some badmitton. We were going to have an Easter Egg coloring contest but everyone got tired and so we just drew for the prizes. We all had a great time. How fun to be with family.

A group of us after we ate sitting around and talking.

Had to throw this picture in so we could see how Alicia is growing. Baby Abigail will be here a just a few more weeks. Yea, another grandchild on my side that is in Utah and someone for Hunter to play with. Next year he will be helping her find the eggs.

How much more fun can this little guy have? He found his Easter wagon from Grandma and Grandpa (sucker included) and now he is off.

In his Easter wagon was a squirt gun. Mom showed him how to use it and then he began squirting it. Mostly at himself but he thought it was fun no matter what. Check out the water going straight up in the air. His eyes are closed because he kept squirting himself in the face.

Grandma and Hunter enjoying the sun.

Easter Part II

2009-04-14T15:50:00.004-06:00

Jess and Hunter. Look how cute his Easter outfit isHunter and I looking for eggs during the Easter Egg Hunt.He found one. Hunter did so well picking up the eggs. He was so excited when he saw one, would run over to it, then put them in his basket and was off looking for more.

Just look at this determined face he had. He is going to find all the eggs. Oh wait, he is the only one looking since he is the only granchild here right now. But not for long Abby will be here soon.Is this the face of one happy kid or what!

Alicia's Baby Shower

2009-03-28T17:24:00.000-06:00

Myself, Paula, Grandma, Jess, Courtney and Candace had a baby shower for Alicia at Candace's house. We had around 22 people who were there. She received alot of really nice things for her new baby girl Abigail. We can't wait for her arrival.

Here is Alcia showing off her new little tummy. Not so big for someone who will be delivering in about five to six weeks. She looks so cute.

Here were the refreshments for the shower. Jess and I made the diaper cake for her. It turned out so darn cute.

Alicia opening some gifts she received at the shower.

A new pink blanket for little Abby.

Hunter helping with the little candy favor's. (Helping yeah thats what he was doing).

Carson's Tennis in St George

2009-03-19T17:08:00.000-06:00

Carson had a high school tennis tournament down in St George and Brian, I, and Derek went down to watch. Carson plays #1 doubles for Davis High and his partner is Tyler Davis. They did so well. The team went to the finals. Carson and His partner lost in a third set tie break to the rival Viewmont. Carson and his partner are looking forward to matching up with them again during region play.

Midway Part I

2009-03-12T09:16:00.000-06:00

We got the opportunity to go and stay in Midway for a few days with our family. We have some great friends (Gary and Wendy Graham) who let us use their house. What a fun place. We got to do some sledding, snowmobiling, Ty fished-we watched, relaxing, and had some good family bonding time. Thanks Gary and Wendy for letting us share your beautiful place.
Carson, Derek, and Ty went sledding down this hill. It doesn't look that big in the pictures but we took them up on the snowmobiles and they came down. Brian followed behind on the snowmobile to see how fast they were going and it hit the 40 mph mark. Thank goodness for helmets.

This is Carson. They were going so fast I didn't know quite when to take the picture. They had a great time.

Hunter got to sled as well. He loved it best when daddy pulled him around.

Lunch break in between sledding and snowmobiling.

Midway Part II

2009-03-12T09:01:00.000-06:00

Me, Hunter, Jess and Ty just getting done with a ride.

Hunter, Tyler and Jess. Hunter loved riding the snowmobiles. Anything that goes fast is what he likes.

This was the first time Derek had been snowmobiling since he has been home from his mission. He had a great time.

The family kicking back and watching a movie after a day full of sledding and snowmobiling.

In the house we stayed in there were these steep stairs that of course Hunter loved to go up and down. It was great fun to spend a few days with the whole family and enjoy the outdoors.

The Eagles are Landing

2009-02-22T21:07:00.002-07:00

Our family went and looked at the eagles out at Farmington Bay. We went with Tyler, Jess & Hunter as well as The Richards Family. We had a good time watching the eagles come in as well as watching the Pelican's fish. How fun to have something so close.

Dinner After The Eagles

2009-02-22T21:00:00.001-07:00

After we went and saw the eagles we all met at Robintino's in Bountiful and ate. It was alot of fun enjoying the wonderful company of both families.
Tyler and Jess

Brian and I

Cal and Cheryl Richards

Jake, Corey, Grant, Lilly, and Harris Richards

Valentines Day

2009-02-16T13:45:00.003-07:00

For Valentines Day we didn't do too much. Brian and I made a steak and crab dinner and ate in. The kids were either working or at friends. It was nice just to spend some time alone together. Love ya Bri!. The day before Tyler and Jess brought Hunter over and we gave him his Valentine treat. Below this post, I posted a close up shot of the shovel, card's and pillow boxes I gave my kids. Hope everyone had a great day.
Grandpa giving Hunter his Valentine Treat.

Hunter holding his treat. I love this look on his face.

Mommy helping Hunter open it up. He loved opening the kisses candy and then just putting the chocolate aside then opening another.

Grandma and Hunter.

I love his smile. He just brightens your day with it.

Valentines Day Treats & Cards

2009-02-16T13:44:00.000-07:00

I had so much fun this year making cards and treats for family. Hope they enjoyed them.

Hunters "I Dig U" shovel.

Hunter's Valentine Card

Adults valentine cards

Adult's pillow treat boxes. (sorry I didn't know how to rotate).

Grandma Day!

2009-02-16T13:25:00.002-07:00

I have to say I am pretty lucky and fortunate. I get to spend one day a week with my Grandson Hunter. Since the moment I found out that Jess was pregnant I told her I wanted to be able to have a Grandma Day once a week. We have just started do this and I must say I LOVE IT! I look forward to this day each week and to be able to do nothing but play with him. I can't wait until it gets warmer so I can take him and do things outside. I know I am truly blessed to be able to have the time to do this.
Thanks Ty and Jess for allowing me such special moments that I wouldn't trade for the world. Here are some pictures of Hunter just being Hunter.
Hunter is the smartest kid. He tries so hard to be as big as everyone else is. Here he is trying to get himself some water. Thank goodness for locks.

He loves to play hide and seek. He's just checking to make sure Grandma is watching.

I love to just go in and sit by and watch him play with all his toys. He is such a curious boy.

We bought Hunter a tool bench for Christmas and he absolutely loves it. He now has big tools like dad.

He thinks he is really making things. Too cute!

Time Out

2009-01-24T00:13:00.003-07:00

This last weekend I had the opportunity to go to Time Out with a couple of my great sister in laws Debbie Stevens and Brenda Westwood. I had a wonderful time and enjoyed spending time with just the girls. I have never been to a Time Out before but definitely would go again. As a matter of fact we talked about going again in Logan this next September and taking our daughters and daughter in-laws. Get ready girls. They had such great speakers and singers at the event. I came away with a renewed spirit and better attitude as I reflected on the things I truly do know. Thanks for the fun memories Debbie and Brenda! Let's plan on September for sure.

I'm Back

2009-01-24T00:08:00.007-07:00

Did you ever think I was going to blog again?? Surprise I did. I am really going to try and do better. I am even going to post some of the reasons why I haven't been posting. Since July when Derek returned home from his mission, we took the family to Hawaii for a week and had an incredible time. Then with getting kids back to school, holidays and just everyday life of being a mom and grandma time just slipped by. I will try and get pictures posted soon. By the way Thanks Jess for changing my background. Luv ya.

July 24th

2008-07-24T21:02:00.003-06:00

What A Great July

2008-07-16T14:47:00.002-06:00

Sorry it has taken so long to post these pictures but as you can see from below it has been a busy July but also a great one. We are so happy to have Derek home with us once again. He had a wonderful experience these last two years in Mozambique, Africa. He has come home with a greater appreciation for the things we have in this great country. He has grown up a lot but still has that same fun personality that he always has. We love you Derek.

Derek's Homecomming Report

2008-07-13T14:46:00.000-06:00

Cookout up Farmington Canyon

2008-07-07T14:04:00.002-06:00

Fourth of July

2008-07-04T13:41:00.001-06:00

Derek's Home!

2008-07-03T13:00:00.000-06:00

Invitation for Bridal Shower

2008-07-02T21:20:00.000-06:00

This was a bridal shower invitation that Jess and I made for Nate Gnehm's fiancee's shower. Her colors are black with bright pink, green and orange. They turned out really cute

Father's Day

2008-06-15T19:41:00.001-06:00

2008-06-15T19:04:00.002-06:00

For Father's Day our family got together and did yard work, cleaned out shed's, and fixed sprinklers for our father and grandfather who has parkinson's disease and wishes he could get out there and do it his self. Afterward we had a barbeque and enjoyed each other's company. Tyler, Jess, and Hunter came over to our house after and wished Brian a Happy's Father's day as well. I want to wish my dad, Brian, Tyler, and all those other father's out there a very Happy Father's Day.

Carson's 17th Birthday!

2008-06-08T21:15:00.001-06:00

Cookout and Walk In Movie

2008-06-01T21:40:00.000-06:00

Mothers Day

2008-05-31T15:05:00.001-06:00

Hunter Gave me this cute little shirt for Mother's Day!

Family Walk!

2008-05-18T19:54:00.000-06:00

The Princess That I Am...

2008-05-17T15:11:00.000-06:00

You Are Pocahantas!

Free-spirited and wise. You have a strong passionate spirit that touches and changes all who know you. The wisdom and common sense that you have is really what guides you through life. Even so, you also have a very playful side that loves adventure and excitement.

Which Disney Princess Are You?

Shower Gifts

2008-05-07T23:17:00.002-06:00

These are some cute shower gifts Jess and I made for Nicole's Bridal Shower
This is a receipe box we made. Her kitchen colors are black, white, and yellow
This is a sample of the dividers we made, they turned out cute

This is the inside of the advice book. We had tags that they wrote the advice on & then they put the tags in the pockets

Cute Pictures of Hunter

2008-05-04T19:58:00.000-06:00

Grandpa and Hunter
Jess, Suz, & Hunter
A cute kiss between Roxy and Hunter
Look at that face, isn't he just adorable
His smiles just lights up our lives.

Hunter Playing With His First Tennis Racquet

2008-04-26T23:28:00.003-06:00

Cute little Hunter was playing with the tennis racquet for the first time. He played with it for a long time. Grandma was so proud and is sure that he will be a pro some day.

Brian and Ty's Trip to Whitewash By Moab

2008-04-25T22:34:00.000-06:00

Brian and Tyler at the Sand Dunes
Ty catching some air
Brian and Ty coming down the sandstone
Ty catching more air-What an animal
Brian and Ty had a great trip down in Whitewash by Moab. They had some male bonding time while Jess, Hunter and I had some bonding time of our own.

St. George Road Trip

2008-04-24T18:25:00.005-06:00

Conference

2008-04-06T18:00:00.004-06:00

We had the missionaries over for morning session of conference and dinner. Hunter's first
missionary experience!

Hunter with his Uncle Cars

We played Blongo Ball between conference sessions. Jess and I won Tyler and Carson. Yea Girls!

Hunter with his mom!

Palm Springs Trip

2008-03-15T18:49:00.002-06:00

Brian and I at Joshua's Tree in Palm Springs
We went with some of our good friends Karen and Dan Christensen
Aren't we a couple of cuties
The main reason we went to Palm Springs-The Pacific Life Open- Here is Federer
Up close and personal with Rafel Nadal.

Derek in Africa

2008-02-28T00:20:00.000-07:00

Derek has been serving a mission in Mozambique, Africa since June 30th 2006. He has enjoyed the people there and the many experiences he has had. Derek will be coming home July 3rd or 4th of this year. We are so excited to have him home with us and to hear all the experiences he hasn't written home and told us.

Valentines

2008-02-14T18:26:00.000-07:00

Hunter's Valentine's present from Grandpa and Grandma. He IS a Heartbreaker!

Christmas Eve

2007-12-24T22:49:00.001-07:00

Ty, Jess and Hunter came over to open part of their Christmas...

And to their surprise it was a video camera! Now they get to video Hunter on his first Christmas.

2007-12-24T22:44:00.002-07:00

Hunter got sleeping after all the excitement!He's going, going....
And he's gone.