24th Rodeo

24th rodeo at ST Johns Arizona

Christmas Decorating

What about the snow village? This is such a fun part of arranging, re arranging, and again rearranging.

Christmas Decorating

Thanksgiving night, any grandchildren who are willing, and can, stay over night. Movies and treats are a big part of the night. Then on Friday we eat breakfast and decorate for Christmas.

Tyler James Palmer

Here is our new baby Tyler James Palmer. He came into this world at an even 8 pounds. I know the Lord has brought new technology into our lives for these little ones to survive. We hope he is breathing on his own today. He will be able to go home when he can sustain life without the help of oxygen for 24 hours. At this point, Scott and Deedra have been able to hold him. Tyler must have been comfortable with mom because he pooped on her white shirt.

Grandchildren Tree

Look at the 'Grandchild Tree' that Joel and Whitney made for us. There are 5 branches that hold 13 pictures. I just need to make sure the little ones are updated often as the growing and changes take place. What a precious bunch of kids to bring the family spirit into our home. We can eat every meal with our grand kids!

Ellies' first hair cut.

So, here is Ellie's first hair cut. You can tell she likes to have her hair played with. She was a real ham. After the hair was done, she had to show everyone the curls in her zip lock baggie.


She loved every minute of the adventure. Whitney is good at everything she does.

And the finished product was beautiful!!!

Family Gathering (reunion)

June 2009 our family reunion started with bowling fun. Just look at the smiles. Look at the perfect form. Too bad the little ones could capture more strikes than the grand parents.









Just look at the serious concentration. I have to say that Ryan did increase his score on this roll.









Lots of instructions, bumpers in the gutters, and great encouragement from everyone.






Next was lunch. All you can eat pizza, pasta and desert!











After all the food, Jason got a work out with all the pony rides. (this is the way the lady rides) I think it was fun to watch the kids hold up an arm like they were riding in a rodeo.





Can you believe it took Ryan, Hayden and Sammie Jack to show off Jared's big muscles? Yup, Jared won this match.







Saturday morning, bright and early, we headed to Grandpa Jack and Grandma Lola's home. We worked together to weed flower beds, saw and stack wood and generally clean up the yard. Smiles come easy when love of family abounds.































I think we had 3 saws going at the same time. I am glad the guys took charge of this part of the work.
















Ryan, Hayden and Sammie Jack purchased army cloths yesterday at the Army Surplus Store, and they worked like serious solders stacking the smaller wood pieces.










After the work, we had a great time "COOKIN ON A STICK" and visiting with grandma & grandpa.



Check out Joel and Whitney's blog to see other great pictures and fun things we did. They have some great pics that include the rest of the events. We are grateful they captured more and shared them for us. (we kept forgetting to bring our camera along)


We are blessed to have such a wonderful family. It takes each person to make this family the amazing bunch we are! THANK YOU everyone for your efforts to make this year such a perfect reunion.