Christmas Day 2019

We always feel so welcome at Kari's. Once again it was a fun time with him and Kendyall. It is so fun to have Jude there with Luke and Katelyn. Sawyer and Garrett came and the newly weds, Spencer and Shelby added to the fun. Of course we always love being with Paige and Hayden too. A very Merry Christmas indeed.  

Julie was at the Mott's cabin with Melissa and family having fun in the snow. We were invited but opted to stay in Bountiful. 

Paige's Mission Call

I could not be more thrilled to learn that Paige has such a choice mission assignment. She is a wonderful girl and will serve faithfully and well. The people who visit the Hyde Park Chapel will love her. She is joyful and caring. England is a brilliant place to serve and we are so happy and thankful for this call.

Julie's 3rd Sunday Dinners

The generosity of Julie and Tom to host these 3rd Sunday dinners is so appreciated.

It means everything to me that she gathers us and strengthens our family bonds.

Gryffin

Oh how I love Gryffin!

Thanksgiving 2019

 

BYU Sports Nation Halloween

We love watching BYUSports Nation and Halloween is no exception. Spencer Linton and Jarom Jordan are a perfect combination and make every show interesting and fun.

Spencer & Shelby Wedding

The night before the wedding, Shelby's parents hosted a dinner.

It was fun to get acquainted with Shelby's family. Very nice people.

I was so happy to be at the Provo City Center Temple with them.

It is a beautiful temple and the ceremony was the best I have ever heard.

So many young people are leaving the Church, but this grandson is strong and incredible.

I think of Spencer as a bright and shining star. I wish him every happiness with Shelby. 

After the ceremony, the St. John side went to a restaurant and really enjoyed talking with each other. 

The reception at Wadley Farm and Vineyard in Orem was beautiful. 

I love our family so much. I'm so grateful that Kari still wants to stay close to us.

Living with Tom & Julie

We bought our condominium at Ridgewood at Maple Hills and moved out of our Millbrook Way home on August 15th. Sad but exciting. As we were going to completely remodel our condominium at 2116 Ridgewood Way, we were now homeless.  We were so grateful that Tom & Julie were willing to let us live with them until our remodel was complete. We moved out in mid-November.

A bonus was being able to see our cute great-grandchildren more often.

I will miss that. And we learned to love Mia and Gracie, the doggies. 

Julie also fed us incredibly healthy and delicious food. She has become an amazing cook.

Conrad Cable Mott's Blessing Day

 

Lyndsey & Francesco Troccoli Wedding

Such a beautiful wedding. Oh how I love them and all the Parker family.

I was so happy that Chantel and Julie were able to come.

I also love Chris Tingey's music. 

Cashaye & Miguel's Wedding

I really like this picture announcing the marriage of Cashaye Monet Markel & Miguel Angel Barrera. So cute.

All that Chantel did to make this wedding beautiful and memorable was incredible. Cashaye & Miguel's bishop (who has only been a bishop for a month) had been talking with them and really wanted them to get married, and quickly. After all, they have three children together. He also has them meeting with the missionaries again. I truly hope all works out as it should. 

Chantel paid for a gorgeous wedding dress for Cashaye and rented The Falls Event Center, a large, impressive center, for the wedding and reception. The weather was gorgeous too, so I am sure Chantel also ordered that. The wedding was held outside, then the pictures were taken. 

Miguel and Cashaye's Mexican families and friends provided the meal, Mexican food of course. It was very good. They tables were lovely with flowers in purples, Cashaye's favorite color.  Ciera and Chantel planned and set everything up. Chantel even had two babysitters there to take care of the children and play games with them. Chantel and Ciera did a tremendous amount of work, taking care of every detail, in a matter of a few weeks. I think Chantel and Ciera can doing anything. Super women!

After the meal, we went downstairs to a large dance floor and had such a fun time dancing. The DJ was awesome. I had so much fun watching everyone dance. It is always heartwarming having our daughters together. Kim, Julie & Chantel were so much fun and Miguel and Mason were incredible to watch. Even Chase contributed to the revelry. I love the little video clips I took. Wayne and I danced a bit and it was a lot of fun. We were awkward, but better than I expected.  

We wish much happiness for Cashaye, Miguel, Ana, Audri and Eli. We are thankful for the goodness and generosity of Chantel.

Lyndsey & Francesco

I absolutely love this picture of Francesco and Kobe and the one of Lyndsey that were taken at Mt. Charleston. I guess they really can find snow even though they live in Vegas.

I love this girl so much and hope her coming marriage fulfills all her dreams.

Kari Lee St. John' Ordination to High Priest

Kari is such a great guy. I love any time I can spend with him and his family.

WICKED!

 

So much fun!

We were thrilled that Melissa and Jeff wanted to take us to Wicked at the Eccles Theatre. 

Our first time at the Eccles.

Our first time seeing Wicked.

Our first time dining at Fireside on Regent.

Awesome!

The very best part of the evening -- just being with Melissa and Jeff. They're great!

Ryland Jasper Uriona

Beau and Val had another boy and he looks adorable. So perfect.