We were so flattered to get an invite to the wedding of the century. We didn't realize that Travis Kelce appreciated Grandad's coaching tips so much. We'd post more images, but we signed a very strict NDA.
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| Grandad, Taylor, Travis |
We hopped on a flight with Andy Reid in order to make it back for the 4th. He was scheduled to appear on Music and the Spoken Word with the The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square so we let him hitch a ride with us.
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| Grandad and his buddy Andy |
Once we got settled at home, Dad and Titan got to work fixing the windows. It was a tough job, but Titan has great skills.
On the 4th, Tiff and Erik's families joined us for pizza and fireworks. Nothing like Italian food on a Mexican tablecloth to celebrate America's 250th!
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| Shanelle, Erik, Dave, Asher, Grandad |
The twins and some friends came over to celebrate.
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Lauryn, Clara, Francesca, Maddie, Aizee (the last three are friends of the twins from Vegas)
Can you spot Cameron?? |
The next day we received the sad news that Grandad's brother Eric had been diagnosed with kidney cancer. They share a birthday a year to the day apart and were inseparable as children. We pray that he will be able to get the treatment he needs. We hope to receive more info soon.
The 5th was also Tyler's birthday. We are so grateful for his kind, calming spirit and the great husband he is to our granddaughter, Ashley. They are wonderful parents and are raising a righteous family.
On Tuesday the 7th we had a visit from our friendly neighborhood bee keeper.
On the 8th, I passed my temple recommend interview. What a relief! My secrets are still safe.
Grandad took the twins to the Provo Airport on the 9th so they could fly home to Vegas. The Jennings are going back and forth so often, we think they should install a Bifröst. Rather than flying, we drove down to Vegas with Cameron on the 10th. Again, the Bifröst would have been handy. However, then we would miss out on ice cream and cheese curds in Beaver.
On Tuesday the 11th, Lauryn received her endowment in the Las Vegas Temple. What a special day. She and Clara wanted to go through on their own so it would be an individual experience. Clara will go through next month. We are so proud of Lauryn for this decision. She was joined by her parents and Cameron. So far all of our grandchildren who are of the age have chosen to go through the temple and go on missions. Such a blessing.
It had been a busy weekend and the traveling was hard on me. When we got home, on the 12th or 13th, I had a fall. Titan sensed something was wrong and he stayed with me until I was able to get up again. He was a great companion.
Erik and Shanelle always let their boys choose a trip for their senior year. Asher chose to go to the Carolinas. Mostly he wanted to see Duke, but he also wanted to see his favorite aunt - Kristin. The Batchelors and PG Bayleses were able to spend several days together in beautiful South Carolina.
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At Congaree National Forest - David, Kristin, Asher, Jalen, Baylie, Shanelle, Erik
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| At the Columbia Temple - David, Kristin, Jalen, Baylie, Asher, Shanelle, Erik |
On the 15th, we worked in the garden all day. We died of heat and exhaustion, but like a phoenix, we rose from the ashes to be better than ever. (Please excuse the hyperbole.)
On the 16th, Dianne caught her first fish! Amazing that this girl who loves to be outside in nature had never caught one! She went with her son Riley who is a fishing guide.
On the 17th Grandad helped Tiffani haul off two pickup loads of trash from the remodel. She is working hard to help Dave finish the house in time for Cameron, Kolton and friends to move in.
That same day Titan and I had a tussle in the car. I guess I need some pointers from Denzel Washington, because I lost.
On the 18th, Tiff left. Titan stayed. We think she should rent out her house as an Air B&B because she's never there. We love having her here so often and hope they'll move to Utah permanently very soon.
Sunday, July 19, Parker blessed his new little girl Hallie. She is our fifth great-grandchild and third great-granddaughter. She is just precious. They live in Oregon where Parker is studying to be an optometrist. Erik and Shanelle flew straight to Oregon from South Carolina.
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| Jessa's family, Jessa, Hallie, Parker, Shanelle, Erik, Camden, Asher, Kolton |
The twins came back to Utah that same day. (Seriously, the Nevada/Utah whiplash is no joke.)
It's hard to believe, but the 20th was our 60th wedding anniversary. Not bad for kids who met, got engaged two days later, and married two months after that. What were we thinking?!
Here is the message George sent to the kids/grands on our anniversary: "Today Grammy and I celebrate our 60th wedding anniversary. I have tried to find a thought that expressed how I feel about that, but nothing seems appropriate. We have had a wonderful life filled with joy, sorrow, laughter, tears, and once in a while, a little disagreement.🥰 But I wouldn’t change any of it. I love her with all my heart. She is the light of my life. We have been blessed with an incredible family; those we brought into this world, and those they have brought into our family. We love each of you. You make us whole. I pray that we will be an eternal family."
That night we went to Cold Stone for a small snack to celebrate.
Tuesday the 21st was the funeral for Richard Judd. He has been our friend and fellow ward member for many years. He was such a good man. He'd been in bad health for quite some time.
Tiffani and Kristin have been helping dad learn to make sourdough bread. He made his first loaf from beginning to end all by himself. It looked and tasted delicious!
Grandad is such a good cook, sometimes I clean my plate and get stuff all over the counter!
Grandad's latest creation is a welded bull. He's so cute! So is the bull.
The 23rd was Jonny's birthday. He's away serving his mission in Seattle. He has so much enthusiasm and has been able to reach the youth.
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| Jonny is in the middle - golfing on his p-day |
On Friday the 24th, we finally got to meet our newest family member. What a doll! She has such an expressive face with eyebrows that move a lot.
On Saturday the 25th, Erik and Shanelle invited us over for dessert and some Hallie time (not to be confused with Hammer time).
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| Grammy, Uncle Kolton, Hallie, Jessa |
On Sunday, Hallie paid her first visit to our home.
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Mimi Shanelle, Jessa, Parker, Asher
Hallie |
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| Perfection |
On Sunday the 26th we had a visit from Nisa and her sweet baby, Aiya. We drove her car out to Clint so he could look at it on Monday. Unfortunately, the car needs some major work. Clint did what he could and we took her to pick it back up on Monday. More work will need to be done. It was good to see Nisa and her little one.
On the 26th, we had the grands over for dinner.
On the 27th, we had a family fishing adventure. It wasn't Alaska, but it was the next-best thing.
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| Grammy by the river |
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| Clara scooped out a big one! |
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| Lily, Grammy, Asher, Camden |
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| Fishing crew |
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Asher, Parker, Jayden
little fish, medium fish, big fish |
On the 28th, we went to the Lindon temple. It is becoming a favorite because we love the way they are set up for some of the ordinances.
On the 29th we were back working in the yard and garden.
Humingbird Cam
Grand Cam
Our garden continues to "produce." (See what we did there?)
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| Zucchini anyone?? |
That evening Erik and Shanelle invited everyone over to eat and hold Hallie. It was wonderful to be together some more.
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Simon, Bea, Rosie, Will, Simon, Lily, Shanelle, Simon, Bailey Parker, Hallie, Jessa, Kolton, Riley, Parker, Jessa, Hallie |
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| Lily, Camden, Shanelle, Asher, Erik, Ashley, Hailey, Di, Cameron |
On the 30th we went to the Payson Temple. Inside the temple was heavenly, but it was so hot, outside the temple felt like hell. So we stayed inside for the rest of the day and the next.
Scott's family has been off adventuring in nature.
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| Beth, Rowan, Scott, Nixon |
It was a very full month and we are grateful for so much family time. Next month will be another busy one with grands heading to college, on missions, to the temple, and more. We love our family and are grateful for every moment we get to spend with them. (We are also grateful when they go home and our house becomes peaceful again.) We love our Savior Jesus Christ and we love the United States of America.
Missionary Moments
Jonny
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"Remember God has a plan for you and does not need you to run faster then you are able. He needs you to be you, so be that awesome person he designed you to be."
Here is the message George sent to the kids/grands on our anniversary: "Today Grammy and I celebrate our 60th wedding anniversary. I have tried to find a thought that expressed how I feel about that, but nothing seems appropriate. We have had a wonderful life filled with joy, sorrow, laughter, tears, and once in a while, a little disagreement.🥰 But I wouldn’t change any of it. I love her with all my heart. She is the light of my life. We have been blessed with an incredible family; those we brought into this world, and those they have brought into our family. We love each of you. You make us whole. I pray that we will be an eternal family."
The 23rd was Jonny's birthday. He's away serving his mission in Seattle. He has so much enthusiasm and has been able to reach the youth.
Humingbird Cam
