This picture was taken at Christmas time, but it reflects how I feel today.

I know the Lord answers prayers. I've been praying about how I was going to spend time with my daughter, Annie, and my grandkids, Tanner and Cedar, during their month long visit in March/April. It was going to be very hard for me not to be with them while working full time. I also have Kimmie's wedding coming up and I want to be available to help but there was the work problem. I love being a Mom and Grandma more than anything and I always carry a prayer in my heart that these relationships will remain strong. The Lord answered my prayer...I was laid off 4 work days before they came. For most this would be a difficult thing...but for me I know it is an answer to prayer. I struggled with feeling like I was making a difference in this job anyway and now I can put ALL my effort and energy back into my family. Thank you Heavenly Father.........I won't be making any decisions about work until after Kimmie's wedding this summer.

Only a week before I get to see Annie, Tanner and Cedar.
Can I last that long?
I'll have to do it, but it won't be easy.
Life is to short to live so far away.
See you soon.

Kimmie and Kevin came for Valentine's Weekend.
Kevin and Marko cooked Chicken Alfredo and Marko bought a most delicious fruit cake.
The weekend was especially something to remember...
Kevin and Mark had the father and soon to be son - in - law talk.
Kevin passed. Boy was he sweating bullets for awhile...not really...Mark is really just a big teddy bear...But Kevin went away knowing how much Marko loves his girl and wants her to be loved and treasured.
We are all anxiously waiting for the acutal proposal now.
Kevin--"Way to be the man!" You are a wonderful person and we are so blessed to have you be a part of our family. Thank you for honoring your priesthood and being respectful to Kimmie's dad. You have won our hearts. Your future together will be blessed because you both have chosen to lead your lives with purpose, respect and integrity.