One Last Hoorah

People have been so kind to me and to my family this week. I've been overwhelmed with all of the emails, phone calls, notes, text messages, cards, plants, treats, facebook shout outs and kind words. I'm so grateful for everyone that has shared their well wishes with us. One of my mom's friend's made these great magnets with the quote from Granddad's last Conference talk (Come What May, and Love It) for each of her children. I thought his last talk was particularly insightful, and I love having the magnet as a reminder of his words. I'm so thankful for so many kind and thoughtful friends who have reached out to us.

We had an emotional and wonderful weekend (especially sunny and warm for December!) celebrating my Granddad's life. We spent one last afternoon at his home with many of our family members. We have always gathered there each General Conference Sunday and on Christmas. It was great to be with everyone and spend time in the home we all love so much.

Here are several of my cousins--we are all around the same age and share a lot of wonderful memories at Grandma and Granddad's house.

Several of us went for a walk in the gully behind the house--this was always a favorite activity when we were kids, and even as an adult it has it's charm. Our kids loved it and my mom told us all sorts of great stories about adventures in the gully.

My mom loves taking the grandkids on walks, and the gully is a great place to walk and explore. Coleman kept putting his hands in his pockets--he looks like he's on a long, mature, contemplative walk. I was in the mood for that too.

Olivia (on the right) with her cousin Emma. We wish Emma lived closer because these girls are best buds.
Liv and Coleman in the gully entrance.

Here's a photo of Heather, me, my mom, and Erin in front of the church (which is where the gulley leads to).

Coleman's happy face makes me smile.

I will miss gathering at Grandma and Granddad's house--I'm so glad we got to spend another magical afternoon there.