My Uncle Jay...

Last Tuesday evening, I received a call from my mom and I could tell that she was upset. I braced myself for the news, but it wasn't what I expected! She told me that my Uncle Jay had just passed away...I hardly could believe it and what saddened me the most was that my sweet Grandma had to bury her son. My Uncle Jay was a wonderful person to me, especially while I was young. While my mom was divorced and living by herself with Christie and I and trying to care for us, a home and animals, my Uncle Jay was always there to help her. I remember always being so happy when he was around. He loved us and always made us laugh. His funeral was held up in Huntsville and it was a great tribute to him to see so many people there to support the Thompson family. Huntsville is a great community with people that have lived up there all of their lives. My mom arranged for a horse and buggy to take my Uncle Jay down to the cemetery...a sweet picture to see. My Uncle Jay had a mule that he loved and her name was Sweetheart and she was tied to the back and took the journey with him. It was a sad day, especially to see my Grandma and to watch her throughout the day. During the funeral, my mom spoke and she did a wonderful job, telling stories that even I hadn't heard before. My Uncle Jay was one of her best friends.

The Clark Planetarium

Oh...What a fun day! Kim and I took Sam, Brinley and Grace down to Salt Lake to the Clark Planetarium. Sara couldn't go with us because she was home sick with Brad with pnemonia! We watched a 3D movie and then explored the planetarium. We also were lucky enough to have Steve meet us down there and enjoy lunch together during his lunch break.

Last Game of the Season

The last game of the season was so sad for Sam because he did not want it to end. He was always so excited for the games, to the point of counting down the days each week. He tried so hard to do his best. After one of the last games, he came up to me after playing his hardest and asked "How were my skills?" Of course I told him "Fabulous!" and he just walked away with a great big grin...He loved it!

Off Track Fun

I love it when the kids are off track. I love the break from school and homework and I love spending time with them. We try to do some fun things while we are off.

One of the days that we were off track...we got together with some friends to enjoy lunch and play. We all went to Chucky Cheese's and of course everyone had a great time. We went with the Larsen family and the Sill family.

One Wild Weekend...

On Febrary 27, 2009M.C. Hammer and Vanilla Ice came to town. In the ninth grade, Lyndsie and Kiersten learned the entire song of

"Stop, Collaborate, and Listen"

by Vanilla Ice and when they heard that he was coming in concert...plans were made and tickets were bought. Kiersten came over early and they made T-shirts and got themselves all ready for the night. Lyndsie came home after and said that it was so fun...the best ever!!! Steve drove them down to the McKay Center in Orem. Dropped them off and waited until 1:00 in the morning. What a great Dad!

The night wasn't over for everyone else though...While they were getting ready for their big night, Brin and I went with Kim, Grace and Sara to a different concert...sort of! We went to see

The Jonas Brothers 3D.

Brinley thought that it was okay, but I was having a hard time staying awake!

...and Sydnie was having a good time hanging out with friends and making spaghetti for everyone! Yum! Good food, great friends, and fun.

Braces Again!! Ugh!

Brinley gets braces again! She was excited until she came home and couldn't eat for a few days. She didn't remember them hurting so much last time! I am so sorry Brin! Your smile is still perfect with or without braces. We will be in there double time now because Sydnie still has hers on. Dr. Coleman does a great job and it is always nice to go in a visit with all of the nice ladies that work there.

Now here is one cheesy grin that's full of tin...

Science Fair project goes to District

Brinley's science fair project goes to district...

It was a awful day for traveling, snowing all day long, but we made it down to the Davis County Fair Grounds where the judging was taking place. By the time we hauled everything in (our own table and chair, plus the project) we were soaked. It wasn't easy carrying everything while trying to hold an umbrella too! We got everything set up and then parents were asked to leave...so all I could do is wish her luck and head home in the snow.

A few days later, they had the awards assembly at Davis High School. Brinley recieved an excellent. Way to go Brin...you did a great job!

Happy Birthday Grandma Linda

On Sunday evening, we went up to Grandma Linda's to celebrate her birthday. It wasn't too much of a party because she wasn't feeling the best. But it was still good to see everyone and visit. Sam especially has a good time with Lauren and Chase and we all love to watch baby Josh.

All of the kids helped get the cake ready with candles and then of course the cutting of the cake and licking the knife and decorations off...

I am not quite sure what is wrong with these two. All of a sudden camera shy? I don't think so...what I think is that they have figured out many of these pictures end up on the blog and they don't want any part of it tonight!