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St. Patrick's Day

My sister and I love to have a party for anything...Even St. Patrick's Day. I mean come on, green clothes, food, drink, and decorations. I am still not sure if the kids like all the parties more than Cari and I but that is fine. They don't complain and even if they do, they will get over it soon.

Here's for a long post.... don't get lost!

but hopefully I won't feel so guilty for not putting anything up for such a long time.

I am not sure if the weather is just helping me get caught up on my old posts or what but I know Brody likes me to put things on here so I figured that I better put these snow pictures on here while there is still, more, or new SNOW.!?! Can I say cabin fever.... (especially since I went to Arizona a couple weeks ago and it was 75-80 degrees while we were there). Last week most of the snow melted because it was 50-60 degrees most of the week and this morning we have a little new snow.

Brody and Brae have been enjoying the change in the weather. A few weeks ago when we had the rain, they were riding their bikes and walking all over the snow. The week before they would sink and they would get stuck up to their knees or hips. They thought this was SOOO cool.

Here is the little sledding hill. Michael put the swing set slide on top of the snow pile so the kids could have a cool hill to go down. The boys loved it and would go down backwards, head first, and how ever else they managed to make it fun. Brekka on the other hand.....well lets just say, she is a little more like her mother when it comes to snow, it's better to watch from inside and let the boys get cold. Don't get me wrong, she likes to play outside but when its really cold, she would rather be close to mom. It's also a safer place when Brae decides to play dog pile and her face is laying in the snow. Gotta love big brothers!!

February was very eventful for me. Turning 30 and loosing my grandpa all in the same week was very emotional. My awesome sister and mother put together a birthday party for me and my friend Tammy. (Tammy's birthday was the day before mine and she will always be OLDER then me!!!) Tammy and I were in the same ward and play Bunco together. We have a lot of mutual friends and invited some new ones as well. We went out to eat and then went to the movie, Confessions of a Shopaholic. It was a fun girls night out, thanks again Cari and Mom!

I knew that the week of my birthday was going to be busy when the month started because of scouts, the birthday party, bunco, and Brody’s valentines day party at school. Sunday night the 8th of Feb, I got a call from my dad saying that my Grandpa Ramsey was in the hospital and not doing very well. I could tell by the tone of his voice that he was trying to be positive and not worry us. Grandpa Ramsey didn’t make it through the night but what a blessing it was that he didn’t have to suffer long and that his family was at his side when he passed on. What a crazy and memorable time the next week was for me. I decided to go to Burley on that Tuesday & Wednesday to help at the shop, help with Grandma and just be there if someone needed me. I ended up going to Burley three times in about a week (a two hours drive one way). The funeral was great and my dad and his brothers did a great job at the funeral and with all the arrangements.

The passing of my grandpa was a great teaching moment and memorable time for me. A funeral is a great time to reflect the life of the person who has passed on but also a great time to see family and help each other. My testimony of eternal families and the gospel was strengthened as I watched my extended family members deal with the death of “Grandpa Ramsey”. As I was around all my extended family I was amazed at how I could physically see such a night and day difference on their faces and the way they dealt with death. As I would see those that were active in the church, they were sad but the knowledge that we would see Grandpa again if we followed the commandments helped us to get through it and the spirit was there to comfort us. Those that were not active had a much harder time holding their emotions in and I could just see a difference in their countenance. I am so thankful for my testimony of the gospel and for parents who have taught me through example to love and serve. I know we are very blessed and I am thankful for all our experiences we have to help us grow.

There was eight pallbearer but only seven grandsons and so my dad asked Michael to help. Michael worked for our family business for about five years while we lived in Burley. My grandpa came to work every day, even the Friday before he died at the age of 82. Michael got to know my grandpa there and also worked with most of my cousins at some point. What a AWESOME site to see all my cousins and my husband carrying the casket. I know my grandpa would be so proud of them! He loved his grand kids and was always so proud of whatever they did.

Back: Bob, my dad (Glenn), Wayne. Front: Keith, Janet, Grandma Ramsey, Ron

Brae's 4th Birthday

Maybe it is just the time of year or something but Brae's Birthday has always been very eventful. From starting off with a small hole in his lung at birth and a scare at the hospital to losing a lot of his pictures when our computers crashed, I will not be able to post as many of the pictures as I would like to. His birthday is December 29 so it always get mixed in with all the Christmas traveling and parties. Not to mention check in and check outs the last three years when we were managing apartments. This year I decided to have his birthday about a month later so that he might be able to enjoy the presents a little more. Usually he is not a "things" person. One or two things is plenty. He gets bored of opening things and definitely doesn't like to be in the spot light. I have had to dig pretty hard for some of these pictures but what great memories I have had with Brae.

For those of you who know Brae, there is not a dull moment when he is around.

Brae's 1st Birthday & Cake

Brae's 2nd B-day

Brae's 4th B-day & "Mater Cake"

Brody's 1st Pinewood Derby

(Yes he also got glasses in January. They are the cool things these days, I guess. No more four eyes, they are now a COOL fashion.)
The Lizard

Brody drew the pattern and Michael helped him cut it out. Brody then painted it. Look carefully for the toes and the tail that wraps around the back.
Here is Brody at the starting line....that is about the only thing that we won. His car wan't that fast but he had a GREAT time putting it together. That is what it is all about. There is always next year and now he know that he has to prepare a little more if he wants his car to do better.

Snow Fun

With all the snow and now some warmer weather, the kids love to play outside.

Brae can almost put all his snow gear on by himself and that sure makes a difference when I decide to let them go outside. It isn't such a chore anymore. Now Brekka is because she always want the pink gloves that are not water proof or the pink kitty boots that won't keep her feet warm. She is all about fashion.

This is the canel in front of our house. It sure makes a good sliding hill for the kids to play on.

Brae and Gracie were learning and throwing snow balls.

Christmas Really Late....but here.

Here are some really late Christmas Pictures. I didn't get really good ones but here are a few.

We had fun spending time together with friends and family. My kids have all taken their turn of having the flu and now a bad cold and cough. Poor Brae was sick Christmas Eve and Christmas morning it took him a long time to get up and get going. He took a few glances at what Santa had brought and then laid on the floor. I couldn’t believe it. That is not like him.
Here is Brekka with her Pink Puppy Purse and her Doll.The kids love playing dress up so we got them some dress up hats and Brekka some "girl" dress up stuff. I tired to get a picture of them all loooking but this is the closest thing. We also have a lot of snow so we had a REALLY white Christmas. We already had a couple feet of snow but late Christmas Eve night and all Christmas day it snowed another foot or two. Thank goodness we have four wheel drive cars because we wouldn’t have been able to get to Michael’s parents if we didn't. We were literally going through 16-20” of snow on the highway. Not to mention that the one highway was closed so Michael just went on the back roads. It was kind of fun but I always get a little nervous. Michael was having fun and I guess he knew that if we got stuck his family or the neighbors would just bring the tractor to get us out. I don’t know that I have ever driven that far in snow that was that deep. At one point I looked back at the back seat window and there was snow being thrown up as tall as our suburban.

For the Mecham Gift Exchange Aunt Shandi and Uncle Mori gave the kids some of there favorite things: Brody got Tom & Jerry Movies, Brae got horses and Brekka got a Pink shirt. They all love them! Thanks Mori & Shandi! We had our cousins: Ambur, Kimbur, Zane, & Riley.

Here they are with the Marshmallow Guns we gave them.

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I hope I am not the only one in this world that constantly makes mistakes and puts both feet in his mouth. Not only that but has the ability to forget to express his apprectiation to those who may need it the most. I want to share some thoughts with all that read and especially those who need to hear it the most my family. I have no clue how a man like me can be so blessed with so much innocence and true love than I am.

Brekka, how can a father not be overjoyed of having a wonderful, beautiful daughter. She is my little Angel can make you laugh and smile with one look. A girl who is growing so fast that it scares me in trying to keep up. Brekka is a wonderful child of God that I am so grateful to be her father. It is a little scary to realize now that I can pick her up and hold her and before I know it she will be a grown woman I hope not to miss out on what is to come. I hope to protect her and help her on her path. Let no one stand in her way or try to deviate her from doing good.

Brae, A little man on a mission to do good, that I may not always realize, a young man of so much care and concern that I do not realize it as such. A very sensative gauge that would do me good to learn how to use him to guide me in how to act. Brae loves all and is a wonderful steward of God's, he will do many great things especially if his father is willing to listen and understand what he has to share, I hope that I will be blessed in understanding. Brae is a strong child his strength is amazing not only Physically but spiritually and of mind he will be a great Missionary and example to many. Of course I am not without concern I believe that I need to learn so that I do not break that spirit that I can help quide him in the correct path. I also pray that all may realize that Brae means good and will help and share their love with him.
Brody If I were to be one quarter of a man as Brody It would be a miracle. He continues to amaze me with his righteousness and desire to serve Our Father in Heaven. If i was able to pray and read as he does it would serve me well. He truly is in our family as an example, not only to us but all, in choosing right. As his mother appreciates he has a laugh that is contagious that will make you want to laugh also it is wonderful to hear.

Wendy, a young lady I married because of her sensitivity to others, her great ability in caring for children, A spirit and mind so pure that she probably should of be raised up but has a great work to do and wonderful spirits to raise on this Earth. A woman that makes me very thankful to have as a wife that allows me so many mistakes that anyone would give her permission to kick my can. Some one that cares enough for herself to make sure she is cared for before leaving or being seen by others. A daughter of God always searching his word and looking for ways to have his spirit around her. I defiantly married up and am continually trying to catch her but I am like dragging a boulder up the hill behind you, I am glad she is blessed with three little helpers.

I love my family and hope to be a father, and husband that they deserve. I hope that I can express this in not only my actions but my words also. You all are great!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Farewell to the Fall Decorations......

I feel really bad that Christmas is coming so soon and that I have almost skipped over Thanksgiving. Brody keeps telling me that we can not put up the Christmas decoration because we have not had Thanksgiving. Well to give Thanksgiving some credit.....I am very thankful for a lot of things. This year has been very eventful for us and I am very thankful for my great family (my wonderful husband, my great kids, and my supportive extended family), our health (even though Michael is still dealing with injuries from his accident and the kids have been sick for the past week), our new house (so the kids can run around and not have to play under my feet, and of course all the extra spce to store my STUFF and decorate) and the gospel!

I hope you all have a Wonderful Thanksgiving and spend some quality time with your families.

Halloween...so they are a little late

Kid's Party...Brekka was a bumble bee, Brae didn't want his picture taken and Brody is hiding behind his alien mask.

The Real Halloween Night: Brody was an alien, Brekka was a scarecrow, and Brae was a dragon.

This Halloween was very busy for us. I started the month out by dressing up for bunco, then followed Brody’s school carnival, our adult dinner club party, the kid’s party (because the shop was already decorated), Brody’s class party and then….finally Halloween. By this time, I figured the kids had experiences the whole Halloween experience but boy was I wrong. Brody informed me that he had never been trick or treating door to door so I decided that the kids needed to do that. (Thanks Cari!) The weather was actually nice. Usually we have snow or rain and the wind is always blowing. The kids did enjoy it, but who wouldn’t when their sack is being filled with candy.
Also, this month my parents decided to surprise us by delivering Halloween sacks and balloons. They have been known to drive just over two hours to deliver us goodies, say hi for 10-15 minutes and then go back home. Crazy, I know but we love them for it. They are always so good to support us and do so many kind things for us. Thanks mom and dad, we really do appreciate you! (I think they were so excited that gas prices have gone down that they just need to take a trip at almost half the cost =})

Michael didn't want to miss out on the Halloween fun....

This is him before he left for work. (Notice his nose and lip)
Brekka loves to pout...she has been doing this a lot lately. I think it is so funny.

Michael made his own coffin for his Halloween costume.

Does he look dead? Wendy was Lil' Red in the Hood

Halloween Party
I love Halloween! I love to dress up, I love to decorate, and I love to party! This year for dinner club we had our party out in our shop. Michael did most of the major decorating (lights, the wall, the spider & web). My sister Cari helped me with all the other little decorating.

Annual maple bar/twist eating contest
Everyone had a lot of fun. Couples have to eat the whole thing without using their hands.
I had a hard time taking pictures because everyone was laughing so hard or they couldn't keep it in their mouth.

Wilma & Fred Flintston (Cari & Mitch)Hunters...with awesome duck calls (Mike & Jenise)

Thanks Michael for helping me with the PARTY! You are the Best!

Brekka's Birthday party

She loves pink. I guess it is a good thing with two brothers.

The easy way out cake. The kids loved it....more frosting in the middle.

Because Brody and Brekka's birthdays are one day apart, we had a family/friend birthday party. Good thing a couple of them were looking at the camera.

Happy Birthday Brekka

Happy Birthday Brody

Happy Birthday Brody!

Brody turned 8 on Friday. He was excited to have a birthday party. This year he wanted to have an Alien Birthday Party.... We kind of ran out of time for a fancy cake but some UFOs did come to the party. The boys had a lot of fun make their own UFO/spaceships.
It is amazing how fast they grow up. I have been very blessed to have Brody as a son. This past week he has been out of school for Spud Harvest. Brae and Brekka have loved having him home. He is such a good example to them.