A Perfect 60th Birthday

There are days that come along, that a person holds in their hearts forever.  I just celebrated my 60th birthday, yesterday.  I have dreaded this day of becoming a "senior citizen" for a while now..........BUT......it wasn't so bad.  My children, planned a surprise party for me at Disneyland! (One of my most favorite places to visit)  I felt so loved and so honored, that they would all leave their families and their jobs and come spend three days with their mom and dad.  (I was pretty proud of my husband for supporting this event, since he is NOT a Disneyland fan).  I have had a month that has been rather difficult and this wonderful pause in time helped lift the burdens and bring the joy back into my life for a time.  I am so thankful to have been blessed with these beautiful people and this unforgettable time with them.

Christmas With Our Family

We enjoyed Christmas with our ENTIRE family this year.  This is the first time everyone has been in a picture together for a long, long, time.  My oldest grandson informed me that he will only have one more Christmas next year before he leaves on his mission.  I know this could be one of the last times we can get everyone together in the same room at the same time.  It was a beautiful Christmas, Jake and I are so blessed to have these beautiful children and grandchildren in our lives.  Our Heavenly Father has been so good to us and mindful of our needs.  How grateful I am for our Savior, Jesus Christ, because of Him.....we truly have reason to celebrate.