This past week,

I have been busy doing family history work, usual life stuff, trying to pass another kidney stone and yesterday I was able to hang out with some of my grandchildren.

I just love them.

I believe grandchildren are the frosting on life's cupcake!

They are the sunshine of my days and the warmth of my nights!

I  am really missing Mr. M and Mr. K and the new little Mr. Joe.  I was planning on heading up there today, however, because of the stink eye and my dogs, I cannot go up until tomorrow!

But, when I finally get there I'm gonna get me some grand-baby loving, some grandson teasing, and some sweet sweet smiles.

Two hours is toooooooo far from Grandma.

You know, as I type this and gush over my sweet grandchildren, I have to give credit to all of my children and their spouses.  They are all such great parents and take such wonderful care of my grandchildren.  I don't ever have to worry about any of them because I know they are in good/safe/protected/loving/nurturing/faithful/kind hands.  No, we don't always see eye-to-eye, but I know no matter what they (my children and my children-in-laws) will always do what they think is best for my grand-babies!  This is such a blessing and a relief, which leaves me with just being able to love my grandchildren. I am so blessed.

Have a great Saturday and love your families.

Update on Anthony

Anthony's appendix burst a couple of weeks ago and he ended up going to the hospital last Monday.  They thought it was kidney stones~guess he had choice words for me and Dad...

When they realized it was his appendix they wanted him on antibiotics before they would operate.

picture from here

He was operated on Tuesday, no small incisions for him, they needed to clean out the infection and leave a drain.  Suddenly he is all compassion for my  c-section birth I gave him...

I drove up Wednesday, he was very sore.  He doesn't quit talking when he is on pain medication and he holds still.  Miracle!!!

Friday they released him from the hospital.

I was curious as to why he didn't feel the pain in his gut and react sooner.  After discussing this with him, he explained that he thought it was the usual gut problems he received while in Honduras on his mission.

So, nope he cannot be in charge of determining when Katie or the new little boy goes to the doctor!!!

Get well son, I miss your bouncing!!!
(can't believe I just wrote that)

Catch Up

So, here is what has been happening from most recent--pictures to follow someday!!!

• Sunday was Stake Conference and it was like watching Poltergeist the movie--the technology was not working very well.  Good thing I went to the Saturday evening session and was spiritually fed--no stuffed!  Good thing I had the new IPad so I could read.
• Saturday went to a wedding reception.  Good luck Smith newly-weds.
• Received a post card announcing Anthony and Katie are expecting.  Baby due February 29, 2012.  I am very excited and can hardly wait.  (Good thing Dad checks his mail!)     
• Went to Grace, Idaho with my Dad on a family history interview with my second cousin once removed.
•  September 4 would have been Joe's 50th birthday.  I got him an IPad.  I hope he likes it, because I am sure enjoying it.
• September 3  Joe's brother LaRonzo had a heart attack.  What a scare.  We are very glad he is doing well and thanks to everyone for their prayers.
• ROAD TRIP:  I went to Yellowstone with my BFF's Patty & Nanette.  Saw Old Faithful, buffalo grazing on the side of the road, bears, and wolfs.  We had a blast and as always I love traveling with them.
• Kaleb turned 1 years old. 
• Matthew and Trekker both lost their two front teeth and they both started second grade.
• Learned about Netflix and began watching reruns of  The Walton's because of the next item on the list:
• July and the first weeks of August I laid around while I passed two kidney stones.   (My Dad passed one during this time and another one last week--I'm thinking genetic!!!)  Needless to say I was laid up and did nothing, so I am very far behind.  I think that is why I did not feel good in June.  Who knew.  Here are the results of the unscientific study that was completed:  drinking water does NOT make you lose weight.  Two gallons of water a day for 4 weeks and I lost no weight, only two small stones.

In other news, Athena was called to be in the Primary Presidency (secretary) so I get to babysit every Monday while she attends presidency meeting.  It is very, Very, VERY fun to watch that new baby.

I am loving the Mormon Channel on the IPad.  It is very nice to listen to uplifting messages throughout the day.  Can't listen to the radio--love rock 'n roll but there are too many memories associated with the music.  A person can only listen to so much talk radio--like once a week is plenty.

I am still serving a Church Service Mission two days a week.  I am loving it and it was very good to be able to still do that while I was so sick.  I only missed one day.  This mission has been such a blessing in my life. I have learned so very much and it has given me an opportunity to be useful.

Lastly, need to buy a new lawn mower.  Who cares, me, because my yard has looked like crap this year.  Adam and Athena have mowed it several times while I was laid up, and I am still learning the fertilizing system, and it shows by the look of the multicolored greens and dead spots.  In fact, it almost looks camouflage!

Next I will try to get my pictures download!

P.S. CONGRATULATIONS to ANTHONY and KATIE
(This will make 3 grand babies in 18 months which = a very happy grandma)