Summer Fun!

So we have been so busy so far this summer. We have moved, started building, have had 2 family reunions (one was a full camping experience in tents, rain and mud, and the other was at my families cabin which both were great!!), Jax has been playing baseball, flag football, and both of the boys have been in swim lessons. WHEW!! Busy. But we are sure enjoying every minute of it. The summer is flying and we are finally having some nice warm weather. We finally went to the pool yesterday and had a blast. Here are a few pics. of a little boy who wasn't quite done swimming. I was making dinner and had gotten the boys in their pajamas and all of a sudden Jax yelled to have me come look...(I thought the boys were jumping on the tramp. One of them was, can you guess who that one was???)

Building!!

So we sold our house and have starting building!!! We are so excited. Angela and Eric have been so great to let us stay at their house while we build. We are thrilled. They have the foundation in and are moving quickly. We can't wait. I will try my best to keep you posted on the progress.

Fun Moving!

Sorry, these would not rotate for whatever reason but you can see how they boys are having fun moving. They were such troopers and excited for the new house.

President Monson!!!

Believe it or not... That is President Monson in the flesh. Not photo shopped nothing!! That is Tyson and my mom and then Ally, Ken, and Tyson. I was the photographer and after a few pictures we didn't want to take all of his time so we don't have any pictures of me with him but still it was amazing!!.

My dad's 1st cousin is married to President Monson's son and their son Tommy just got married. Well last Thursday the Prophet and the rest of the First Presidency had a prayer and temple session for Tegan. I know amazing. With this we really wanted to come and support the family. Not thinking Pres. Monson would be there because of the health of his wife we were shocked when he walked in. He was amazing. So funny and down to earth. My mom was wearing a yellow scarf and he told her it was his favorite color. He was so sweet about little Tegan and told of the strong spirit that was there. It was incredible. He is as perfect as he seems in magazines and on TV. Even better. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I am so grateful to have been there.

Check Out Tegan's Own blog...

Hello Hello. Kirby and Ally just created a blog specific for Tegan. We will be updating and sending pictures on this. Pass it on to any and everyone. We love you all. The blog address is... teganlyn.blogspot.com

Tegan Update!!

Hello to all. First, on Angela and Eric's behalf, thank you over and over again for all the prayers, phone calls, love, and support. They just got some sad news. Teg has a rare Malignant rhabdoid tumor also known as MRT. This is a rare very agressive cancer. The doctors are going to start the most agressive treatment on Monday. They will stay in SLC in an apartment for at least a month. The treatment is so strong, Teg will lose her hair within days, experience sickness, sores, and who knows what else. The doctors have told them if they did not have hope for Tegan, they would not put her through this type of treatment. Though everyone is so sad, we are all still faithful that Teg with be a miracle. She was after all a miracle baby for Angela and Eric. They didn't know if they would ever have a child of their own, yet Heavenly Father blessed them with this sweet ANGEL who has brought nothing but joy and happiness to our family.

So many of you have asked what do they need, what can we do... Prayers, names in the temple close to you, (once I get the address where they are staying I will get it to you), cards, really anything to let them know you are thinking about them. They feel of all your love and know Heavenly Father has a plan for them and their sweet baby girl. I will continue to update this as I know more. Love to everyone.

Life is so Precious!!

One of the other reasons we headed to Utah was because our little angel niece Tegan was just diagnosed with Cancer. She was at the Children's Primary Hospital on Friday so we stopped there first. My parents flew in from DC to be here with the family. What a blessing a great family and friend support system are. I can't begin to tell you on Ang, Eric and our families behalf, how we have felt each and every one of your prayers,thoughts, and love. We all realize the road ahead is not going to be easy but everyone along with the doctors are optimisic for a full recovery.

It is so sad to think there are times in our lives when tragedy strikes and it is all you needed to get back to reality. To get your priorities strait, and to be so thankful for what you have. I love this little girl like my own and can't describe mine and my families heartache. You would be amazed at how strong Ang and Eric are as well. They are going into this with steadfast hearts and true faith that prayers are answered. Thank you to eveyone for your love and support. I will keep people posted as well as my other sisters. They will go back on Wednesday for more tests and more of an idea on what the treatment will be like. Mom and dad bought one way tickets to be here for whatever they need. Thanks again. Here are the 4 munchkins at the hospital on Friday. Are they not so dang cute?? They love Jaxon so much and want to do whatever he is doing. We are so blessed!