May 5th

May 5th. Wow! What a day! Yes, it was Cinco de Mayo, and I even bought some Carne Asada, so we could celebrate, but that's not what happened, and it was not a time of celebration. My beautiful Grandma, almost slipped away from this life to the next, but that Granda, is one determined lady, and very perservering!

My Grandma's hands, and her finger nails, painted in her color, with her trademark flowers on them.

Grandma Murray had had a mini-stroke, about a month before, at my cousin's daughters baptism, and was told that she might have more. And she did. She had another one on Sunday (I think), and then another one, on May 5th, Wednesday. Kathryn called saying she was in the hospital, and said that she didn't look so good, I wanted to go grab my kids and head down to Cedar, right then, but then I remembered they had Core Testing. Core testing, is when they stress the kids out so much, about not missing any days, reminding them to eat their breakfast, telling them to get plenty of rest, so much, that they work the kids to a frenzy. Well, I said a prayer (our plan was to go to Cedar City, on the weekend for Mother's day, asking my Father in Heaven if we could wait until Friday, and I got a calm feeling, telling me that was ok), but then Kathryn then said that all of my cousins just walked in to her room, and Kathryn, was getting a little more concerned, that she wasn't being told everything. I called Daniel, to ask him what we should do, I had been communicating the whole time, and sweet man that he is,after talking to his boss, told me he was leaving then, and he could work from Cedar on Thursday. I picked up Kate from basketball, and instead of taking her to soccer,which was the plan, took her home, and told her to pack. She started crying. I told her what was happening, and we then gathered everything, and everyone, and then left right when Daniel came home.

We made it to Cedar, and went directly to the hospital. Grandma was frail and weak, and looking around, with a far off look in her eye, but she knew who I was, and asked if my Mom was coming (she was on her way). Earlier in the day she was given a priesthood blessing by her bishop, releasing her from this life. But apparently she wasn't ready, because she made it through the night, then the next, and then the next.

I'm very grateful for her, and for her life. I'm going to miss her, when she actually decides to leave us, but I'm glad she didn't. Making Cinco De Mayo a day of Celebration, and not one of sadness.

Early in May, I got the fun opportunity to go to Women's Conference, with two of the most important women in my life. One of them being, my cute mom. She is such as awesome example of love and service. She has given more hours of service in her life, than anyone I know, and I don't even know half of what she does!! She is absolutely amazing, and I love her so very much!

This is me, we made stockings at the service stations. It was some hard work, but quite fun!

The other amazing lady I got to go with, was my big sister, Kathryn. Kathryn is amazing in her own right! She sets her mind on something, and nothing can get in her way, until she accomplishes what she set out to do!! What an example!! Especially to me, who gives up way too easily!

We had such a fun time together! Eating out, shopping, and one of us even got to be the shuttle bus driver on campus!! (That'd be me, but sshhh, don't tell, we wouldn't want to get this nice (crazy) young man in trouble!!)

We went to an awesome concert, where Alex Boye, reminded me of what I left at home, and made me a little home sick, especially for my crazy dancin' boy!

I'm glad I got this opportunity to be with my Mom and my Sister, next year, we need our little Sis, and things would be complete!!

Zoo Day

This year I was one of the "lucky" parents who got to go on the field trip to the zoo. I got to go with Jocelynn, and we had five of her friends in our group. They had a good time looking at the animals. This giraffe was enjoying his day.

But this cheetah, was not. He kept pacing, back and forth, back and forth. It caused me some concern. It made me think about these animals that are caged. It does not make me so happy to see them locked up, especially the cage where the eagles were kept. Their cage was like 15x15feet. Not big enough! Especially for 3 or more giant birds. We hardly go to the zoo, and I now remember why.

But it was fun to be with my cute girl, who is just about as tall as an adult male ape (hehe!) And some of her cute little friends!! So, I guess I would return to the zoo( just glad I didn't have to pay for anything.)

A Piano Playin' Phenom

This beautiful girl recently had a piano recital. She changed teachers, last August, to Gina Morrison, who is the best pianist I have ever heard. We had been on her waiting list since we moved to this house in Overlake, so about 31/2 years, and was so happy to get in. Kate has really blossomed in her playing, and I am very proud of her!

One of the things they did this year, for the recital, is that they accompanied another student while they played an instrument they had been playing in band. Kate accompanied Connor Morrison, while he played the instrument, in a piece called "Saw Mill", she did a fantastic job!

She played a piece called "Distant Bells" by Louis Strabogg, from Twelve Melodious Studies, Op.63


I'm so happy for this young lady, and all the hard work she has put in throughout the year. She's pretty good at practcing, without me nagging her too much. I'm so happy that she is developing this wonderful talent, and becoming a wonderful pianist.

15 Years!

That's right, it's been 15 whole years since we have been married!! Our Anniversary was April 21, and we celebrated by going to eat at the nicest restaraunt in Tooele, which is called Sostanza,
I had the Sostanza chicken, and 2 1/2 months later, still think about it (I guess that means I need to go back). We also celebrated with a promise that we would go on a trip, just the two of us (that actually started at Valentines, when Daniel got me Passport papers).

It's been 15 wonderful years, with a man who always treats me like a Queen, even when I am acting like a wench. I am so marvelously blessed to have a man who loves me so much, and who works so hard for us, I seriously love him more, each and every day, which is a lot over the past 15 years!!

(Here's to an Eternity!!)

Crazy Hair Day #2!!!

It was that time of year again, the time of year, where for some strange reason or another, they told the kids it was crazy hair day (again). This time we decided to put a little more effort into it.
Some of the neighbor kids, in years past, have put cups under their hair, to make their hair stand up, so their hair is kind of like the "Who's", in the "Grinch Who Stole Christmas", so we decided to try it!!

Dylan's isn't quite long enough for that, but it was long enough for half of it stick out on ends, and the other half to lay down, and it looks even crazier, when he acts like this!! LOL! He probably doesn't even need for his hair to even look silly, when he acts like this, when I think about it, he's crazy enough all on his own!! (Love him!!)
We used the cup method for Jocelynn's hair, too! Super cute girl!! (Was surprised she let me, she HATES having her hair done!!)
Another cute pic of Afton's hair, with all the little bows and barrettes we could find! So cute! (Probably her last crazy hair day, since they don't do it in Junior High, (officially, at least :-)).
Oh, it was pajama day for Afton, too! Love these crazy-haired kiddos!! They are absolutely the best kids there ever were!!! Craziness and silliness and ALL!!

A Very Special Day!

We had a very special day, a few months ago, it was April 10, 2010, our youngest daughter, Jocelynn Elora Bryant was baptized and confirmed a member of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

We had a very nice day, and we were joined for this special occasion with lots of family, and even some of Jocelynn's little friends. This is Katie Burton and Sydney Johanson.

Nana came from Price to be with us (and we are so thankful, she bought Jocelynn this beautiful dress, and added sleeves to it, so it would be modest, thank you Nana, we love you lots!!)
Our family! So thankful for everyone, and the great examples her sisters and brother have been to her!

Grandma and Grandpa Bryant came from Cedar City! We are so thankful for them, and their example! We love them lots, too!

A proud mama, with her beautiful daughter!

So happy that her Dad can baptize her!! So grateful for this wonderful man to guide

our family!! We love him lots and lots!!

Aunt Kathryn, Uncle Jonathan, Emma, Drew and Jacob came from Cedar City, also to be with us! So fun to have them, we always have a good time together!

It was a wonderful day, and we are so proud of her! And so happy that she made this choice, because we know that it will help her throughout her life. And even though we know things won't always be rosey, we know that if we do what is right, keep the commandments,listen to the Prophet, and follow our Savior, Jesus Christ, we will be blessed and have joy without measure with our families forever!! I am so thankful for this knowledge, so blessed to have it be a part of my life, and am so glad that it guides me daily. We really do live in a world where people are so lost and confused, having the truth helps us to stay on the right path, and helps us to be happy!! So very thankful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ!