4th of JULY

Our 4th was very wet. We went over to some friends house and yes we still BBQed outside. We were only stuck in the house for a little bit. As long as it cleared by firework time we didn't care about the rain.

We had fun inside as well as outside when the rain stoped. We ate lots of food and had a great time.

FIREWORK TIME

DREAM HIGH

Melinda and her achievement group from church visiting the center to learn that being active can better your health and that if you put your mind to what your dreams are you can achive them.

PUTT PUTT GOLFING

Well we haven't done this in a awhile so we are doing June and July's activities sence tomarrow is August.
We had so much fun playing miniture golf with Joey, Montana, Emily,Zach,Kristi,Katie, Melinda.

These are random pics of us golfing!

meeting up with friends from Tennessee!

These are friends of kristi and melinda they moved away from colorado 4 years ago.

They came to visit and we meet up them at a park.

This is Krist and Haly

This is Melinda and Sammi

Talking Away Catching Up

Kristi & Katie Girls Camp

I was able to take a trip to Arkansas to take Kristi & Katie to girls camp. They were able to go with the ward that Scott & David live in. It's the same ward that Steph and I lived in about 12 years ago. The girls had a good time, with the exception of the rain flowing through the tents, tornado's and a trip to the emergency room for Kristi. While they were at camp, Melinda and I were able to spend time with the cousins and with Mom and Dad. Melinda and I were able to travel to a civil war battlefield, a glass bluebird making shop, the Walton 5 & 10 (original WalMart), and just spend time together. We also went by our old house. It still looks the same other then the tree's we planted are now bigger than the house.

I loved being with the girls for a week, and getting a chance to catch up with them since I'm not home much during the week. We had a good visit with them. Thanks Kristen for taking the girls to camp. We love you!!

Thanks to Stephani for letting me take a week with the girls.

June Update

So once again, we find ourselves not updating our blog in a while. Since our last update we have had major snow storms, birthday for Brian(38), Stephani(35), and Melinda (11). I also completed 11 years at Arrow. It's hard to believe I've been there that long. I have been able to take some time off to spend with the girls and Stephani.

Katie was able to play volleyball for Russell Middle schol where she and Kristi attended. She had a good time learning the different aspects of the game and wants to participate next year.

At the end of school, we had the end of year celebrations. Steph and I were able to attend all 3. Melinda had a graduation party from Elementary School. Her teacher was able to have all 3 girls during there time in Elementary. We are now officially all in Middle School or High School.

Katie completed her first year in Middle school. She had a good year enjoying track and volleyball. At her awards ceremony, she was honored for having a 3.5 GPA all year.

Way to go Katie!!!!

Kristi completed her last year of Middle School. This last year of middle school was a little rough on her, but she made it. Nice job Kristi!!! Your mom and I are now looking forward to the challenges of high school and watching you grow as you overcome obstacles that you will face. We love you!!

Steph's sister was able to come for a visit from Texas. We had a small get together with everyone here at our house. The cousins also had a good time with each other. The only problem our get togethers is that they are never long enough.

As you all know, I have had some kidney problems in the past. Over the last few years, I have noticed that I have had an increased problem with my hearing as well. This is part of the problems associated with my kidney disease. I was able to get some assistance from a "donor" so that I was able to purchase some hearing aids. For the first time in a long time, I am able to hear things that I didn't realize I wasn't hearing. They have made a huge difference in my ability to hear.

January Update (So Far)

Well, we're sure not good at updating our blog. We had a busy holiday season this year. For Thanksgiving, we spent a few days in Longmont visiting Stephani's parents. We had a good few days there relaxing from the daily grind of babysitting and work. For Christmas, we picked Steph up on Christmas morning at 12:00 am from work and drove to Longmont. I think we finally got in bed about 3:40am after setting up for "Santa Clause" to come. We had an enjoyable few days there. We also kept our family tradition by going to the movies on Christmas Day.

Steph then surprised me with a ticket to Arkansas to see my parents. Mom just had surgery on her foot to try fix some problem she has had for years. It was good to spend time with Mom and Dad. I was also able to spend some time with Scott and David and their families since they all live in the same area. Scott and I also were able to celebrate our 1st anniversary for our Kidney transplant. I have been blessed to have no health issues since.

January came, and the kids went back to school. Steph and I were able to go with Kristi to high school orientation night. Are we that old? A high school student already! She is now trying to decide which classes and electives to take next year.