Desert Storm Wrestling Tournament in St. George

This past weekend, we went down to sunny St. George to watch Jade wrestle in his first tournament. He decided to wrestle his senior year, and he loves it, and we love supporting him. He wrestles in the 119 weight class.

This is his favorite move....The Grambi. He's really quite good at it, and it takes the opponent by surprise when he does it.

He just about pinned this guy.....

Jade took 4th place in his weight class. There were 13 high schools competing in this tournament. I was so proud of him!

I guess his eyes got stuck that way from grappling........

The grandkids did pretty darn good considering how long they had to sit and wait. Gunner and Paizlie were not able to come. Scott missed his babies so much. So did we. Maybe next time....

After the wrestling tournament we went back to the motel to have some fun. Chris, Kathy, Shania and Trent came to play a little ping-pong. Trent got a bit upset that he wasn't winning and left...lol....

Having all 4 of my kids there with us at the motel was quite fun! Even tho they are all grown up, they remain close with each other and that makes me smile!! Love you Chitlins......

To end the evening it was good food and a good time at The Texas Roadhouse........

I love my family!!! Congrats on the win Jade.....

Cute as a Button!!!

DON'T YOU JUST WANT TO BITE THOSE CHEEKS!!!

Thanksgiving 2009

Randy and I have been married 29 years. I'm guessing out of all those years I have cooked probably close to 25 thanksgiving dinners. Although it's nice to go to someone elses' house and let them have the mess, chaos, and stress of fixing the dinner, I have to admit it is something that I look forward to and plan on every year. I absolutely LOVE having my whole family come together on this day, and enjoy the mess, chaos and stress! This year was no exception, except for a few extra guests besides the norm. Joining us was my nephew Eric. He had to work over the holiday, so his wife went to spend Thanksgiving with her family out of state. Then we invited Randy's sister and brother-in-law Dallas and Kristy. All the others are "The Norm".

Kara, of course, was in charge of taking the pictures. Here is 4 of my 5 grandbabies, Gunner, Ryver, Kya & Paizlie.

Kya LOVES to take care of the babies, and was a big help! Filling our plates and sitting down to PIG-OUT!!!

Pre eating texting........

This is Randy's brother-in-law (Dallas) and sister (Kristy)

And Randy's parents.
And some cute pictures of Bryson, Paizlie & Gunner

Kadee took her Grandma Hall (who is responsible for Kadee's love of horses) to see her new horse (Jerzy) she got.

I/We have a wonderful family and are truly blessed. Everything I have is a gift from my Heavenly Father. I am thankful for all my COUNTLESS blessing. It was another GREAT Thanksgiving!!!

Family Pictures

My daughter Kara has got some real talent! She picked up photography as a hobby and has made a pretty good business out of it. She stays busy, but found enough time to take care of her family. A couple of weeks ago, we went out to get some shots. I'm happy with the results! Thanks Kara, you are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!

Too Cute To Spook!!!

My 5 BOO-TIFUL Grandbabies!!

Paizlie Jo

Kya & Ryv

Bryson & Paizlie Jo

Gunner The Hunter!!!

Bryson & Mommy Kadee Jo

Bryson

All 5 of the Grandkidletts......

Of course Grandpa can't resist throwing the babies in the air 500 feet!!!