A tribute to Kayloni...

I can't believe my baby is going to be a Freshman. She has grown into a beautiful young woman. She is a great kid to raise. She keeps her room spotless, cleans her own bathroom every week and helps me around the house without being asked. She is funny(she acts like her dad) and has lots of friends. She had a 3.87 grade point average at the end of the year and was given the MVP award for Volleyball at the awards ceremony the last day of school which she was very excited about. I am very grateful I had her even though it was kind of tough getting her here it has definately been worth it. I want her to know how much I love her and hope that teenageitis never hits. I would be perfectly happy to remain best friends everyday forever. Love you Kayloni!

Nate came and left...

Well Nate arrived on Sunday with his car full of all of his clothes and possessions. He decorated his room with his football jersey, medals and trophy's and some 15 hats! We bought him a new comforter that was more masculine. We had a job all lined up for him doing construction.

Monday morning he came to me and said I can't stay here, I have to go back to Bear Lake. He wouldn't even give it a try. So he got on the phone and after a couple of days found a job in Bear Lake. He left last night and took all his stuff. We were so excited to have him with us for a couple months. As a mother, I must admit I've cried a few tears. It's very hard to realize your children are grown up and that they can choose their own path. I am learning we do not have control of them once they turn 18. If the truth were known we don't have much control years before that. I have pondered what my Heavenly Father must go through as he watches us practice our right to free agency disregarding his help and those around us. I can imagine him shaking his head just as I did when Nate drove out of our driveway. I know how it hurts. Raising children has endless rewards but also it's own set of heartaches.

Nate did it! A Graduated Senior!

Nate graduated from Bear Lake High School on May 29, 2008.

Just want to thank all of you for the gifts and money you sent him. Now life will really show him what it has to offer. I guess it is good to have such optimism!