tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12579179293853952122024-03-13T10:27:26.212-07:00Nicholes Family*Bartley*Jen*Lindsey*Ashley*Nathan*Maggey*Abbey*Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-31587954549568986602010-05-29T12:37:00.000-07:002010-05-29T12:41:04.280-07:00ROSS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfh2daPln9v6VayJOEmNhNiuSJZtzxLVDJYXes_b-xrlBudFw147Lmzc3wPy2-IPqox540Jxkryd6oYvpnRYQ-2FiIV-A89GP9EWklwWXT4ifLpZmydnRAIeAb8Sc8ERLg5_zCwtvub5g/s1600/Ross+Anniversary.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfh2daPln9v6VayJOEmNhNiuSJZtzxLVDJYXes_b-xrlBudFw147Lmzc3wPy2-IPqox540Jxkryd6oYvpnRYQ-2FiIV-A89GP9EWklwWXT4ifLpZmydnRAIeAb8Sc8ERLg5_zCwtvub5g/s400/Ross+Anniversary.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>This past week we suffered a great loss,in that our Father and Grandfather Ross Nicholes passed away. <br />
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It has been a sad time for our family, but we rejoice in the new found freedoms and joy that we know Ross must be experiencing. <br />
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Here are a few of our favorite memories....<br />
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Ross was an excellent chef. His potatoes and gravy were legendary. I am not sure anyone can make them as yummy as Ross. When asked for a recipe he never had any measurements or ideas on how he made it...he would answer with something like..."cook the potatoes, then use some butter, milk, salt and mash 'em up." Just another reason he was so amazing. <br />
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Ross was a wonderful Grandparent. He came to as many birthdays, ball games, band performances, choir performances, as he could. He always played card games with the kids. Toward the end when his strength was waning he watched "Alf" with the kids when he could. They loved him for his unconditional love for them, and his sense of humor. He shared his love of tractors and the great outdoors, and of course sheep. <br />
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Ross was an awesome father. Bartley has lots of good memories, one of his favorites is when he was about 9 years old. Ross came to him and asked him if he wanted to go to a "late" show. It was a school night and Bartley remembers how cool it was to be with his dad and go to see the "Electric Horseman". He loves going to a late night movie even now. Ross worked hard and was a good provider. Bartley never felt as though he "went without", birthdays and Christmases were always full of magic and excitement. Just recently at our anniversary, Bartley took my gift over to wrap, (it was a set of pots and pans) Ross stated clearly, "that's not an anniversary gift, you are going to be in trouble." (Bartley was not in trouble, I told him that was what I wanted) Bartley loved him for trying to save him from a sure fate of trouble.<br />
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We know that Families Can be Together Forever....so until we meet again Ross. We love you!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-3070846111668199672010-04-24T19:30:00.000-07:002010-04-24T22:41:37.320-07:00Prom 2010<div style="width:480px; text-align: center;"><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="http://w819.photobucket.com/pbwidget.swf?pbwurl=http%3A%2F%2Fw819.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fzz118%2Fjnich90%2Fprom+2010%2F8d0e65bc.pbw" height="360" width="480"><a href="http://photobucket.com/slideshows" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn.gif" style="float:left;border-width: 0;" ></a><a href="http://s819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/jnich90/prom%202010/?action=view¤t=8d0e65bc.pbw" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn_viewallimages.gif" style="float:left;border-width: 0;" ></a></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-21145673818331163642010-03-31T19:24:00.000-07:002010-03-31T19:27:01.306-07:00Rock-n-Roll<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikUxQ1zeQWZ-jfVHuT4Lo271-fSC2z8vN6RhDAVbIMQhRSeDnHsfRLPqVtrUiDsT3AgR1TxqiwhKTtWtep1SuOL_Foe_P9ST08wnRhq_AvTrx4oCtEYzTc4sSUJOhkr0vml9tgaAMq4o4/s1600/winter+2009+Mexican+Riviera+Cruise+Feb+2010+021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikUxQ1zeQWZ-jfVHuT4Lo271-fSC2z8vN6RhDAVbIMQhRSeDnHsfRLPqVtrUiDsT3AgR1TxqiwhKTtWtep1SuOL_Foe_P9ST08wnRhq_AvTrx4oCtEYzTc4sSUJOhkr0vml9tgaAMq4o4/s320/winter+2009+Mexican+Riviera+Cruise+Feb+2010+021.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>At some point during Christmas break in my living room there appeared a total rock-star! Abbey appeared on stage, she was decked out and ready to groove....<br />
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<b>Ashley</b>: " Mom, you know what would make all my dreams come true?"<br />
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<b>Me:</b> "Tell me." (ummm, a million dollars, a trip to Hawaii, a new car, etc.)<br />
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<b>Ashley:</b> " A plastic shower cap."<br />
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<b>Me:</b> " A shower cap....the plastic old lady kind..?"<br />
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<b>Ashley:</b> *sigh* "Wouldn't that be just so legit?" (legit=cool, groovy, etc.)<br />
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<b>Me:</b> "I'll see what I can do."<br />
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Fast forward a few weeks. I went to Big Lots for something else, but came across a pink shower cap for $1. I thought, what the heck, this will make all of Ashley's dreams come true. I of course bought it, and brought it home to her. She LOVED it !<br />
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Ashley: " Mom do you know what this means?"<br />
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Me: " Of course I do, all your dreams have come true!"<br />
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Ashley: "Well that too, but now I can take a shower and not get my hair wet! That is so AWESOME!"<br />
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She tried it on right away.. and cleaned her ears. I LOVE being a MOM! <br />
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Thanks Ashley...Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-77982848795125841682010-03-09T12:42:00.000-08:002010-03-09T12:50:36.681-08:00Cruise 2010In February Bartley and I had a once in a lifetime opportunity to go on a cruise to Mexico! We have not been on a vacation together alone, in FIVE years. We had a blast and can't wait to go again!<br />
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First, a little background. Our wonderful friends David and Amy Powell invited us to go with them. David and I grew up in the same ward, and since junior high we have been friends. We have lots of fun memories, my favoirte is our entire Sunday School class (I think there were 12 or so of us) went to his house during Sunday School time, (long story, we scared off MANY teachers) and ate doughnuts on a regular basis.*gasp!* The jury is still out if our parents knew... David and I both went to Snow College, and since I had a car and he didn't, we spent many weekends driving back and forth together. One last note about David, his mom was one of my beloved Young Women leaders, and she made me promise that I would take good care of him while he was away from home.(I did..keep reading) Amy is my room-mate from Snow College. We had never met before then, but quickly realized we are "kindred spirits" and became life long friends. I of course made sure that they both met, and as they say.... the rest is history. David's room-mate happened to be Bartley, and we all have lived happily after.<br />
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We drove down to LA together, and laughed and talked the whole way. Thanks, Dave for all the driving! It was awe inspiring to finally get to the port and see the HUGE ship we were about to board.<br />
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Soon we were off! There are so many things to do and see... The ship had a miniature golf course at the back, on the top deck. Bart and I headed there for some fun! It was a little cold and windy, but we had a blast despite the weather!<br />
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Our first stop was Cabo San Lucas. Looked beautiful and quaint, but we happened to be lucky enough to be there during a rainy day. Apparently, it only rains on average three days a year. Bart and I took a tender and went to see what there is to see. We had fun walking in the rain...it wasn't cold just wet. The streets were flooded. We picked up some fun stuff for the kids and just enjoyed each other's company.<br />
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On our way we walked past an open air restaurant, (almost completely empty) and saw this little boat. <br />
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I jumped a little when we walked up to it and saw these.....<br />
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This was clear in my mind as the waiter cracked open the lobster tail at dinner the last night of the cruise....<br />
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This was our first sunset...breathtaking. Dave and Amy had a room with a balcony. Our room was conveniently right across the hall. They were very gracious and shared often their luxury. I highly recommend going on a cruse with friends who will share their balcony. All the benefits of the great view, with out the cost! <br />
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This picture is just another view from my "perch" on the deck. Notice how empty all the chairs were! This was my favorite day! No worries, no demands, just me a good book and my best friend right there with me! It doesn't get any better!<br />
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Every night when we returned from dinner there was another "towel" animal sitting or hanging on our bed. This one was my favorite. Just another reason a cruise is so much fun!<br />
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The next day we arrived in Puerto Vallarta. We decided to go to a resort with a private beach. We traveled by bus to this resort, it was goregous! Green and well landscaped, with beautiful architecture.<br />
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The one downside was the rain! It poured for a few hours. We used the rain for an excuse and ate lunch while we hoped it would clear up some. I think I may want to come back to this resort someday. It was well cared for and beautiful as you can see!<br />
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Our last Mexican sunset.....<br />
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Once again a special thank you to Dave and Aim, you guys are the best! Thanks for the comfortable friendship we share, we love you both! <br />
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We really enjoyed ourselves, and we are already figuring out where to go next.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-5210300277331291742010-01-10T10:33:00.001-08:002010-01-10T17:16:50.665-08:00Christmas 2009<img style="visibility: hidden; width: 0px; height: 0px;" src="http://counters.gigya.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bHQ9MTI2MzE*ODM1MTE2MSZwdD*xMjYzMTQ4MzkzOTMwJnA9Mzg2MzYxJmQ9Jm49YmxvZ2dlciZnPTEmbz*zZDg*NzA5ZDZmYTc*NjhjYjI3MGM2YzM4MzdhN2Q2YyZvZj*w.gif" width="0" border="0" height="0" />I know I am a little late, but for some reason our Christmas pictures were in a file marked "Summer/Fall 2009". Who would have thought that the Christmas pictures would be there...???<br /><br />We had a lot of fun Christmas morning. The kids woke the parents up at 6:00AM sharp. They were full of excitement. Everyone but Lindsey. Santa had only left what looked like 2 presents for Lindsey. She and the other kids decided she must have been a bad girl. (It was kind of sad) As we opened our gifts, Lindsey found that Santa has a sense of humor. She had many presents to open because Santa gave her an Ipod in some nesting boxes. She opened one after another until she finally opened the last one that had her Ipod. Nathan was really excited to receive a BYU football jersey. Ashley was VERY happy with her keyboard.(so is her MOM!-Ashley can practice in her room with headphones-so happy!) Abbey was so sweet this year only asking for a present for our dog. She lucked out though, 'cause Santa brought her a Ninetendo DS. Maggey was the most satisfied. She said she knew what she had received before she opened the box for her American Girl doll. She just sighed a sigh of statisfaction after she opened all the American Girl suff that came along with her doll.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >Hope you all had as much fun as we did!</span><br /><br /><div style="width: 480px; text-align: center;"><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="http://w819.photobucket.com/pbwidget.swf?pbwurl=http://w819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/jnich90/d2f6ef28.pbw" width="480" height="360"></embed><a href="http://photobucket.com/slideshows" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn.gif" style="border-width: 0pt; float: left;" /></a><a href="http://s819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/jnich90/?action=view&current=d2f6ef28.pbw" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn_viewallimages.gif" style="border-width: 0pt; float: left;" /></a></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-78859958070582947012010-01-01T22:06:00.001-08:002010-01-01T22:12:51.980-08:00<span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);"><span style="font-size:180%;">2009-A Year in Pictures</span></span><br /><br /><div style="width: 480px; text-align: center;"><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" src="http://w819.photobucket.com/pbwidget.swf?pbwurl=http://w819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/jnich90/2009%20-a%20year%20in%20pictures/64fd6f8d.pbw" width="480" height="360"></embed><a href="http://photobucket.com/slideshows" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn.gif" style="border-width: 0pt; float: left;" /></a><a href="http://s819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/jnich90/2009%20-a%20year%20in%20pictures/?action=view&current=64fd6f8d.pbw" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/slideshows/btn_viewallimages.gif" style="border-width: 0pt; float: left;" /></a></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-82457884742319937882009-12-29T14:07:00.000-08:002009-12-29T15:03:06.795-08:00Happy Holidays-Family Update<span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Last year we posted our annual Christmas letter on our blog....and we had so many positive comments that we are doing it again this year.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">2009 was a year full of new challenges for our family. We have truly been blessed, and as we look back we see that we have much to be grateful for this year.</span><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">ABBEY-<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> is in 3rd grade. She loves school and is a good student. She played soccer for the first time this year and loved it! She turned eight and was baptized this year. She is a sweetheart, always willing to help and always the peacemaker.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">MAGGEY-<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">turned 10 on her birthday. She was so excited to reach double digits. She is her teacher's number one helper, and she just passed off all of her times tables 1-12, and her division facts 1-12. Quite an accomplishment since she is only the 3rd kid in her teacher's carreer (10 years or so) to do so. She too played soccer and loved it. She is very responsible, and usually is the first to do her chores, and most of the time without any reminders!<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">NATHAN-<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">has changed the most in the last year. He has grown about 4 feet since last year (ok so maybe not quite that much, but it sure seems like it!) His great happiness this year is that he is taller than; one mom, both grandma's, two aunts and three sisters. He has left behind elementary school and is now attending junior high. He says, "I wish I had enjoyed more of my childhood while I was in elementary.." His favorite activity right now is a toss up between baseball, eating, BYU football and of course eating.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">ASHLEY- <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is busy working on all of her musical talents. She started taking piano lessons again this year after a two year break. She has decided that practicing actually pays off! (YEA!) She is also in the top choir at the junior high and has an amazing alto voice. She is involved with an "extra " choir which practices only during student's free time. They sang recently at a Christmas concert and they stole the show! She is very responsible and helpful to those around her. We are constantly getting compliments about what a wonderful person she is. We agree!<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">LINDSEY-<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">has had a big year this year as well. She has been to several school dances, and is quite happy to be part of the dating scene. She has her drivers license, and is enjoying the new freedom and responsibility. She runs errands for her mom all the time, picking up kids, running to the store... her mom LOVES it! This year as most of you know Lindsey was involved in a serious bus accident that took her teacher's life. (see previous posts) It has been a time of growth and reflection for her as well as our entire family. She continues to love marching band and is already looking forward to next season.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">JEN-<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">remains busy taking care of a busy family. It seems like our kids are growing up so fast now that I feel like I am missing it! When they were all little I wished that they were bigger, older more responsible, but now that they are bigger, older,and more responsible I am thinking, wait slow down, there is no rush.... They are my biggest blessing and my greatest joy! I have learned this year to treasure every moment and to always say "I love you". You just never know when your life can be turned upside down and inside out. I am still working as the Manager at Maple Village Apartments and still love my calling as Young Women President.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">BARTLEY- <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is doing well. After three hospitalizations this year, he has been give as clean of a bill of health he can get. He is busy with his 5th grade class and his second job doing Customer Support from home for Tax Hawk. He is always chasing after the kids with me. He is a great dad, taking time with each kid on an individual basis. He continues to love his calling in the Bishopric. This year he decided (with my approval, sort of) to get the kids a dog. YEP, that's right a dog. His name is "Cooper". He's a beagle and a great dog. I'm not sure who is enjoying the dog more Bart or the kids??<br /><br />As we look forward to 2010 we look forward to the blessings and challenges that lie ahead for our family. We have faith and confidence that the Lord will continue to bless us.<br /><br />Love from our family to yours,<br /><br />Bartley, Jen, Lindsey,Ashley, Nathan, Maggey and Abbey......and Cooper<br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"></span></span>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-83741236193377718662009-11-09T11:16:00.000-08:002009-11-09T11:46:28.358-08:00AF MARCHING BAND<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhgOSlgFJX-uYK9ZHC8KtY66I06AY-lbuY-E5zikER1pq8L799HiCXehE342SuaVfcrbhTqEYmdcPDt3d6RZ2DNdZ94wlOmlki7MIiri3NYvQwFq9xTFX2PWwYGm59CxrpsEDs1s2QwA8/s1600-h/images%5B8%5D.jpg"></a>Just a short update......American Fork Marching Band won the Utah State Championship on Friday, then went on to win the Western Regional Competition on Saturday! Way to GO!!! We are proud as parents of Lindsey for all the hard work that has gone into this show, (they started in April). These kids have been through a lot of emotion in the last 4 weeks, and they truly triumphed at these last 2 competitions.<br /><br />One other reason for this post.....the band needs YOUR help. They have been invited to attend the Bands of America Grand National Competition in Indainapolis for the national championship. They may have a chance to place, right now they are ranked 10th in the nation:)!They need to raise $250,000 in the next few days......the smallest donations will help a lot. So to all of our family and friends, please see what you can do!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-2166116316011243272009-10-18T20:12:00.001-07:002009-10-18T21:12:20.476-07:00Lindsey's Miracle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4mM1frp0TNF1elZzQTKDercMWV_W8LKpVVkmaJaAE__yAC6b7v-pH5ZfFJKYRDfjIo9E-2rnsSFsI0GCrMVZSwmY2TbdWeEKj4WsZtbrmT0AjsLiXsKvL3X-GXxZFjo5o1RSIOt-E68c/s1600-h/lindsey+with+flute.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 327px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4mM1frp0TNF1elZzQTKDercMWV_W8LKpVVkmaJaAE__yAC6b7v-pH5ZfFJKYRDfjIo9E-2rnsSFsI0GCrMVZSwmY2TbdWeEKj4WsZtbrmT0AjsLiXsKvL3X-GXxZFjo5o1RSIOt-E68c/s400/lindsey+with+flute.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394144115306259906" border="0" /></a>Last Saturday, October 10, 2009 the American Fork Marching Band was traveling home from a competition in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Pocatello</span>, Idaho, where they had just won first place. They were traveling in a caravan of 4 buses. They assign <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">buses</span> according to your instrument, Lindsey and the other "woodwinds" were assigned to bus #2.<br /><br />After traveling for approx 20 min or so, bus #2 bus driver passed out due to some kind of medical problem. Lindsey's teacher Heather Christensen, jumped from her seat, grabbed the wheel and tried to steer the bus. The bus rolled on to it's side and landed at the side of the road. Heather was thrown from the bus, and was killed instantly.<br /><br />Lindsey and all her friends were tossed about inside the bus. According to Lindsey instruments, backpacks, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">ipods</span>, cell phone, and other misc. objects were flying all around. All the windows in the bus shattered, sending shards of glass flying too. After the dust settled, the kids, who were now all on top of each other in a massive dog pile, started to try and find their way out of the bus. They had to climb out the top hatch on the roof. Lindsey had dirt in her mouth, nose and ears.<br /><br />Lindsey was not seriously injured, in fact she had no major injuries, just bumps and bruises in totally random places, that as a mother, you just don't want to know what caused them. In fact I told Lindsey not to think about it, because those are questions you don't really want to have the answer to.<br /><br />We received a phone call approximately 7:20pm from Lindsey's friend Emily who was on another bus. (The crash occurred at 7:15 or so). Lindsey was not able to call us until about 8:00 or so. This was the worst time for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Bartley</span> and I. Every parents worst nightmare.Not knowing if Lindsey was alive, or dead, or what injuries she had sustained. We <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">immediately</span> knelt down and prayed. There was nothing else we could do. The <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">relief</span> of hearing her voice, was so great, I don't think I will ever feel that way again. She reported that she was physically okay, but would be on her way to the local hospital to get checked out as a precaution. This time our prayer was one of gratitude, of thanks.<br /><br />It was a VERY long night. We joined many, many, members of the "Band <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Fam</span>" and members of the community who went to the high school to wait for the band to arrive. Most of the band came home at 12:30am or so. It was a moving sight to seeing hundreds maybe thousands of people standing on the grass waiting for these teenagers to return from this fateful night. The crowd applauded as these kids arrived in the parking lot. Somber, saddened, horrified faces, kids from our neighborhood piled off the bus in a chilling silence.<br /><br />Lindsey's bus did not arrive until 3:30am or so. We waited what seemed like eternity, mostly alone at the high school with about, 25 other parents for our kids. Lindsey was one of the first kids off, and as we wrapped our arms around her, nothing , nothing, nothing can ever compare to the love, and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">relief</span> that we felt. The smell of her dirty hair, the taste of her salty tears on her cheeks I kissed, I will never forget.<br /><br />As time has passed we have realized the miracles that the Lord has provided. Heather was not scheduled to be on the bus, but chose to go with them, "I am not leaving my kids". The County Sheriff told Mr. Miller (the Band Director) that he has seen many crashes in that area over the years, and he was sure that there was help for these kids from the other side of the veil. Lindsey says that she felt arms around her as she climbed out of the bus. The kids had prayed together before the competition, and asked that they would travel safely. Most of the kids walked away with little or no physical injury.<br /><br />The band went on to their next competition on Tuesday, despite the grief that overcame them. They marched in honor of Heather, adding a special tribute to her. They won first place, capturing all the awards possible. They were beautiful, amazing, and awe inspiring. Some limping, some sitting or standing, but they performed anyway. Heather's kids overcame the grief and pain, and taught myself and everyone watching that we can overcome, anything is possible.<br /><br />Lindsey stood guard at Heather's casket, played prelude at the funeral, played as Heather's <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">casket</span> exited the building, and then played at the graveside. I have never been so proud of my daughter as I was at those moments. The love and respect she has for Heather showed in her true professionalism as she performed with tears streaming down her cheeks.<br /><br />I am speechless at the miracles we have witnessed this week. It is humbling to know that we are worthy of such blessings. I am so thankful for the Plan of Happiness. I am thankful for my temple <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">covenants</span>, my sealing to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Bartley</span> that makes us a forever family.<br /><br />Thank you to all of our family and friends who have done so much to support us this week. It is comforting to know that you are there when we need you.<br /><br />For anyone who wants to you can view the news stories at www.ksl.com. Search for American Fork Marching Band.<br /><br />You can also view video of the competitions at www.youtube.com. Once again search for American Fork Marching Band.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-26013370701034104652009-07-29T03:30:00.001-07:002009-07-29T04:13:04.692-07:00Hansen Family Reunion<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzztAFXpHG2LYstgpNTaq_TFWRiNI-lT5N1a0J4hSCMC6Dz5jQmtGv6ryS-0bwimqRynsTy-8FOnWaRqSjv0seAMR24dAw4CmZ6gO8GZNL8ywAvONOJO2E9A797wFMRKea4qnVebNNPFw/s1600-h/Hansen+Reunion+2009+006.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzztAFXpHG2LYstgpNTaq_TFWRiNI-lT5N1a0J4hSCMC6Dz5jQmtGv6ryS-0bwimqRynsTy-8FOnWaRqSjv0seAMR24dAw4CmZ6gO8GZNL8ywAvONOJO2E9A797wFMRKea4qnVebNNPFw/s400/Hansen+Reunion+2009+006.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363838034224923250" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDP893KKpnZospjjP25a6snUaROhQDOlhMQkjxy9fa7pq_eElWLglyuZRF7wyMcyhcOIOi26TYNqDPBa2yfLGtqpTjaWL1AbmtoKTTn3KMLGhi2MkbI2z3f8pe8jdCVxmFcABrHtH8CD0/s1600-h/Hansen+Reunion+2009+027.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; 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display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglFkPi3VWAhE10grrAn_m9lUoF_701TiQaMq2HJ261VkRnqsFNkkXcSqTQougF5Nqz4TzFUKjoDlk9FmtrrW9j2nDc9HRy7Nk_7irWV6K3SiN-JooqIi0sEonb8VV2zuRl8nbcORukJTI/s320/Hansen+Reunion+2009+163.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363833977166705106" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk4CpkfHqQM4SSp626ig09EODl_bJF4GN-iWXNNWSZ1n94QcUJAub__7UkCNq8z5z2HHn1IyARFDupo1gTypMz0cPScSzhmdi4V6VhVIkAPRp5QEimQrhv1ccJK2yTV6mWeyU21v7BE1s/s1600-h/Hansen+Reunion+2009+132.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk4CpkfHqQM4SSp626ig09EODl_bJF4GN-iWXNNWSZ1n94QcUJAub__7UkCNq8z5z2HHn1IyARFDupo1gTypMz0cPScSzhmdi4V6VhVIkAPRp5QEimQrhv1ccJK2yTV6mWeyU21v7BE1s/s320/Hansen+Reunion+2009+132.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363832924530503378" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf0NX9qOejwKd0S56T380rjJJXlo-VfVyIM83Flor0JV5XeRlnTZ8lN4jDOBk5PpC7GXwcshnrE6Kn-GO9iLCOuqCvN4REhzBRj-RrghX0Ka6g5qNvA-c3WT3hKc-6l3oljJToz2IDzIk/s1600-h/Hansen+Reunion+2009+116.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf0NX9qOejwKd0S56T380rjJJXlo-VfVyIM83Flor0JV5XeRlnTZ8lN4jDOBk5PpC7GXwcshnrE6Kn-GO9iLCOuqCvN4REhzBRj-RrghX0Ka6g5qNvA-c3WT3hKc-6l3oljJToz2IDzIk/s320/Hansen+Reunion+2009+116.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363832282257131794" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK92yxR5grcvXyLvtJMQhyphenhyphenu-Ia_zHpxRzp3tu2ToPPvy_IRPHhxJLfp1bY1EeNtqgsfmojdGs16x4MWDQQ6TfCQfmOqS2l564XyzB1n-fMhNjbuPSjBef_N8J-l4vcXs-7MXRNWuiHfj4/s1600-h/Hansen+Reunion+2009+089.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK92yxR5grcvXyLvtJMQhyphenhyphenu-Ia_zHpxRzp3tu2ToPPvy_IRPHhxJLfp1bY1EeNtqgsfmojdGs16x4MWDQQ6TfCQfmOqS2l564XyzB1n-fMhNjbuPSjBef_N8J-l4vcXs-7MXRNWuiHfj4/s320/Hansen+Reunion+2009+089.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363831464575295090" border="0" /></a><br /><br />This last weekend we were able to have a Hansen Family Reunion. Everyone except my brother-in-law Dan was able to attend.(We MISSED you Dan!) It was good to get together and spend time with everyone. Here are a few highlights.....<br /><br />Swimming in Grandma and Grandpa's pool was number one on all the kids list....they jumped in first thing!<br /><br />After dinner and swimming was over it was on to the "Circle Game". Those of you who are Murdock's will recognize the blindfolds, searching for surprises, etc. Those of you who are not Murdock's will have to ask us about it.....it is FUN! Check out Abbey's loot!<br /><br />We had an outdoor movie, which was fun until it rained.....<br /><br />We slept out in the backyard at my parents house, we were supposed to "sleep under the stars", but due to the rain, we slept in tents instead. The kids thought this was the BEST!<br /><br />We also played "Tennis Racket Baseball" which was a blast! It was fun to get out and just play with everyone.<br /><br />We had a pre-reunion "Girl Day" on Thursday. SO MUCH FUN! All of the girls went shopping and out to lunch. Thanks Ashley for the babysitting! I had to throw in the picture of Ruth and Julie wearing the same shirts.......<br /><br />What my parents have been telling me my whole life.....is TRUE! My brothers and sisters are my friends (SURPRISE!). I am so lucky to have such great siblings, I would be lost without them. Thanks for all you do for me and my family, I love you all!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-63433847190945221832009-06-27T04:30:00.000-07:002009-07-06T07:39:29.724-07:00The Burning SuitWe had a momentous occasion at the end of April. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Bartley</span> was finally able to get a new suit.=) The kids and I have been looking forward to this for YEARS now. Yeah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Bartley</span>!<br /><br />While he was getting fitted for his new suit, he asked me what we were going to do with his old suit now that he had a new one. I told him "burn it." (I have HATED it for years) He laughed, but I am not sure he truly believed me.<br /><br />The Monday after he picked up his suit, we went to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Grandma</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">JaNae's</span> and used her fire pit, to BURN the suit! <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Bartley</span> saw how serious I was when I doused the suit in lighter fluid. =)<br /><br />Here are a few pic's of the BIG occasion....<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIwe3KC2VyUj8Mzb1FN6jQ9Yz_b0ruTBTzOgWS68tBniWK7xNRtFXdYSdl9BZNmZJ2iOrCdoyh1_iYgxobTxYRjf4Uodedbrt9Xg8TWj-eboPn7_dBZ_Fx7CvuNW_F9f_4EK-6tqWawY0/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+008.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIwe3KC2VyUj8Mzb1FN6jQ9Yz_b0ruTBTzOgWS68tBniWK7xNRtFXdYSdl9BZNmZJ2iOrCdoyh1_iYgxobTxYRjf4Uodedbrt9Xg8TWj-eboPn7_dBZ_Fx7CvuNW_F9f_4EK-6tqWawY0/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+008.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351970601655735906" border="0" /></a>The last moments in the suit.....<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOrYhr0wWDTj9eIZn0t07hln7lliRjb6FD6ble9A7urllWUsQ1SWsx_n3K9y76Kdv12r0hXNzYs5fneNDqBE29b8jsSVDCsmqLQjKNU9SI4v8avFOhknS7xrngHXr4W7QnzcZy5fp99yM/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+015.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOrYhr0wWDTj9eIZn0t07hln7lliRjb6FD6ble9A7urllWUsQ1SWsx_n3K9y76Kdv12r0hXNzYs5fneNDqBE29b8jsSVDCsmqLQjKNU9SI4v8avFOhknS7xrngHXr4W7QnzcZy5fp99yM/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+015.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351971135241353250" border="0" /></a>The "smoking" jacket....<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3uO4kwrrHH2un5R_0ADJNWIy75PmkyvINUSzi5rXaYFs6tq2XkKuoOOhUsY68OBOJrO5ImgXZQEAi7twZa5bEk7sHD_rrK4EbiqIMT04YH-x9mEqUPehZnGSNO1v4CJ5Umz-z00JTH5s/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+020.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3uO4kwrrHH2un5R_0ADJNWIy75PmkyvINUSzi5rXaYFs6tq2XkKuoOOhUsY68OBOJrO5ImgXZQEAi7twZa5bEk7sHD_rrK4EbiqIMT04YH-x9mEqUPehZnGSNO1v4CJ5Umz-z00JTH5s/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+020.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351971801449699730" border="0" /></a>The actual burning of the suit.<br /><br />The kids and I applauded when the flames totally engulfed the suit. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Bartley</span> seemed a little sad, but only a little. He has worn the suit for so long, he has lots of memories....<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Maggey</span> and Abbey were blessed, Grandma and Grandpa B's funerals, called to the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Bishopbric</span>, ordained a High Priest. Lot's of weddings, nieces, nephews, sister in law's, brother in law's.....a lot.(I think he has had it for over 9 years....)It was good to say goodbye, we did sing a few bars of "Taps". Thanks to Ross and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">JaNae</span> for the use of their fire pit for our little memorial service.<br /><br />The kids have mentioned that this was one of the best Family Home Evening Activities we have ever had.=)<br /><br />Pictures of the new suit....soon to follow.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-76513230706433109852009-06-24T05:58:00.000-07:002009-06-27T04:30:16.885-07:00Abbey 's Birthday and Baptism<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJqv4S257ggwt2O5oUNtugHCfD5i0kj6EomMlbY9pPk2GsvYWaOi9o_CI627bJX1aYbwbwtAnA6pL3yNeURdyhkuxSKFynd4JulkUoOAiOquULDUV3hG4AUKqQVwJBFlPElR4KIMDe2M/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+150.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJqv4S257ggwt2O5oUNtugHCfD5i0kj6EomMlbY9pPk2GsvYWaOi9o_CI627bJX1aYbwbwtAnA6pL3yNeURdyhkuxSKFynd4JulkUoOAiOquULDUV3hG4AUKqQVwJBFlPElR4KIMDe2M/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+150.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350884234581889010" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgScHQdmKJjEreo4DH9rAKc4TNVVy7yLZyzT_hbq4q2BpbboQ-avhUJuh7CKvC7PFp6nLF9xa263CJ9eWITvE6tqM8aHAYios9rGwaNcZ4ZhOEsUaXv_f3MoV5QPbF3mNzW9a1FpryST7g/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+146.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgScHQdmKJjEreo4DH9rAKc4TNVVy7yLZyzT_hbq4q2BpbboQ-avhUJuh7CKvC7PFp6nLF9xa263CJ9eWITvE6tqM8aHAYios9rGwaNcZ4ZhOEsUaXv_f3MoV5QPbF3mNzW9a1FpryST7g/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+146.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350883873791107794" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmOZ1C8SuyWqseqbtHBLDicBgKqVSW4hnuhG8HfpCG0Og4y5shZsq-sEmLZVwv8dy2gOOjIfz21lvLzSxCouYZX8BOjCuVKK9fnemzBVqjy-YNyftENjxR0WMTQgBhFo8hR2_n1c0hyphenhyphenWI/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+151.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 471px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmOZ1C8SuyWqseqbtHBLDicBgKqVSW4hnuhG8HfpCG0Og4y5shZsq-sEmLZVwv8dy2gOOjIfz21lvLzSxCouYZX8BOjCuVKK9fnemzBVqjy-YNyftENjxR0WMTQgBhFo8hR2_n1c0hyphenhyphenWI/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+151.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350882648505684978" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA8jFi-iwxGqD5QdjT50GZODYTrBWJkdNtPR-xBJJk4Hr_Ej24yOeM7n5IzxfmNsWJJ6iLcYDeax5NGloOfVuMsVM0tn2vWfV6h0hlXt4aX9kwA63cTJwcrrmNvK7-2foK0hPCiCicYZc/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+148.jpg"><span style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Buttons"><span class="" style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Add_Image" title="Add Image" onmouseover="ButtonHoverOn(this);" onmouseout="ButtonHoverOff(this);" onmouseup="addImage();" onmousedown="CheckFormatting(event);;ButtonMouseDown(this);"><img src="http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif" alt="Add Image" class="gl_photo" border="0" /></span></span></a><br />We celebrated <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Abbey's 8th Birthday</span></span> on May 17. Abbey opened presents 1st thing in the morning. She got a new outfit, some legos (girl kind, purple and pink, just like she asked) and a few other things. As is tradition in the Nicholes family, she will get to go out to dinner with JUST mom and dad and then go and pick out her very own scriptures. It's Great to be 8!<br /><br />Looking back at the last 8 years.....we can't imagine what it would be like around here with out Abbey. Her smiles, her laughter, her determination, have brought us joy and happiness beyond measure. We love you Abbey!<br /><br />Abbey has been preparing since Maggey was baptized in December 2007. Last fall she called Grandma Mary to ask if she would make a baptism dress for her. She was sooooo excited to wear her special dress.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfXKoViuyOwmQuLgykhVChvP1LEKTxRrY9vXpWZiQiWfAO8JLa18iNNPmLL3VxI3iDgEP5MqWYqY7ST8sPZpf4jLGOkJMtTpEb7kDrAkRHGWgu4yHv-ntIiqCe9t99FBLgVX2CFwoOY0/s1600-h/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+253.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfXKoViuyOwmQuLgykhVChvP1LEKTxRrY9vXpWZiQiWfAO8JLa18iNNPmLL3VxI3iDgEP5MqWYqY7ST8sPZpf4jLGOkJMtTpEb7kDrAkRHGWgu4yHv-ntIiqCe9t99FBLgVX2CFwoOY0/s320/Abbey+and+Nate+Birthday-Baptism-Baseball-Dance+Festival+253.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351966000999282386" border="0" /></a>I am sorry to report that my camera ran out of batteries....so we don't have a picture of just Abbey and her beautiful dress. Grandma worked really hard, and Abbey has been so thrilled, we can't get her to wear anything else to church.:)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >June 6, 2009</span> was a special day for our family. Abbey was Baptized and Confirmed by her dad, and Nathan was ordained a Deacon, by his dad. Lots of tears from MOM!<br /><br /><br /><br />It was awesome to see the priesthood in action. What a blessing to have a worthy priesthood holder who can bless the lives of our children. Words just seem too small to express that joy.<br /><br />Thanks to all our friends and family members who supported Nathan and Abbey.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-74306279749284714692009-04-25T21:57:00.000-07:002009-04-25T22:00:04.999-07:00Abbey and the Bike Wreck<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXxRKD43VAvkz8Oezhq2odTvYj3H5KEp6f7o8Y4QNUuG4TaK4_gJOHNsLTqHie7Sr79-ledF00uCfU4LhV2tta5j5CPw_TgM3pPaUgHxGurHx3tL7PLmAiMmn6F17uUBJU-4Zavh4pBsQ/s1600-h/Lindsey+Prom+2009+156.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXxRKD43VAvkz8Oezhq2odTvYj3H5KEp6f7o8Y4QNUuG4TaK4_gJOHNsLTqHie7Sr79-ledF00uCfU4LhV2tta5j5CPw_TgM3pPaUgHxGurHx3tL7PLmAiMmn6F17uUBJU-4Zavh4pBsQ/s320/Lindsey+Prom+2009+156.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328860314138604210" border="0" /></a><br />On Monday night, Abbey decided to go for a bike ride. She rode from our driveway, to the next door neighbors driveway. According to her, her seat turned and she was thrown over the handle bars and onto her chin. OUCH! When she came into the house, I could tell by her cries that she was hurt, not just a bandaid and I am better hurt, but the real kind of hurt. Anyhow, her chin swelled up so fast it was about 4 times the size in less than 20 min. We ended up taking her to our good friends house (he's our pediatrician). He checked her out for about 20min or so, and thought she would be ok. After lots and lots of Ibuprofen, and what seems like millions of ice packs, here's the proof that she was in PAIN! She is not in as much pain now, and seems to be back to normal, including riding her bike, AFTER Dad tightened the seat, and tested it several times himself.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-19551041216171754962009-04-25T21:23:00.000-07:002009-04-25T22:03:36.741-07:00Prom 2009<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCogBvsiqygn5-3SQOKj5rHGGK2lTskHy1_frQHTjdj1AV_ktaZTQ2zClm8Mq2goljMlbuu0N5Cpjq3Ub1af2xViJRk0BX44jBic5Ui4cRQ0_KfJyLL5kcloozAbUWEnWxHXQ3F2ay3pg/s1600-h/Lindsey+Prom+2009+119.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCogBvsiqygn5-3SQOKj5rHGGK2lTskHy1_frQHTjdj1AV_ktaZTQ2zClm8Mq2goljMlbuu0N5Cpjq3Ub1af2xViJRk0BX44jBic5Ui4cRQ0_KfJyLL5kcloozAbUWEnWxHXQ3F2ay3pg/s320/Lindsey+Prom+2009+119.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328860901944298482" border="0" /></a><br />Lindsey is at the PROM right now as I am typing this. She looked and felt like a princess, complete with Tiara! It is hard to believe that the little girl who lived at our house, slept in our bed most nights with her "special" blankie, watched Cinderella at least 4 times a day, and rocked her baby to sleep while I rocked Ashley, is already 16, beautiful and DATING!!!<br /><br />Special THANK YOU! to my mother for sewing the FABULOUS jacket for Lindsey, (so she could remain modest, and feel comfortable) and to our friend Mariann for the hair and makeup, and toes!<br /><br />Ain't she sweet!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67tDvLMiBzk4UELJXkExPiTqH8NDw5y0PWHAbIAzdgWhfFLM-ytiu1P9OgWazK_xaGqvbWNs99KG6H5sXCZvtWGgKggEEUgX8c2lHdxuaMkKlANNQX55_HIHyLwip6dy_Q-5UEqWIqPk/s1600-h/Lindsey+Prom+2009+171.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67tDvLMiBzk4UELJXkExPiTqH8NDw5y0PWHAbIAzdgWhfFLM-ytiu1P9OgWazK_xaGqvbWNs99KG6H5sXCZvtWGgKggEEUgX8c2lHdxuaMkKlANNQX55_HIHyLwip6dy_Q-5UEqWIqPk/s320/Lindsey+Prom+2009+171.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328857681697273778" border="0" /></a>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-49667128289546421322009-03-26T08:25:00.001-07:002009-03-26T08:27:38.368-07:00HOORAY!We are excited to announce the following;<br /><br />ASHLEY-Made it into the HIGHEST choir at the Jr. High! Yahooo!<br /><br />NATHAN-Made it into Concert Band(8th grade band!)Way to go Nate!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-7552183941035351492009-03-03T08:29:00.000-08:002009-03-03T08:44:41.238-08:00BUSY BUSY BUSY!Things around here have been sooooo busy! Nothing really out of the ordinary, but just busy.<br /><br />Just a few highlights from the last few weeks;<br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Lindsey</span>-went to the Valentines Dance with Taylor Smith. She has "officially" committed to be in the Marching Band this coming year, and is thinking seriously about being a section leader.<br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Ashley</span>- was asked to be a TA for Choir next year. It 's a real compliment, her teacher approached her, not the other way around. Yahoo, Ash!<br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Nathan</span>- Placed at the school Science Fair, and is now on to the District Science Fair. WOW!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-family: arial;">Maggey</span></span>-Cut 8 inches of hair off, her hair is now to her shoulders. It's really cute. She looks different, older somehow. :( We are getting ready to donate her hair to Locks of Love.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-family: arial;">Abbey</span></span>- Also cut her hair off, about 10 inches. Her hair is now above her shoulders, and looks cute. We will be donating her hair as well.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" ><span style="font-family: arial;">Jen</span></span>- Bartley and I celebrated our 19th anniversary in February. We went to Aspen Grove overnight with a group of our friends. 4 couples in all, 3 of whom all had their anniversary in February as well. We had a BLAST. We stayed up late and played games, visited, and had LOTS of junk food. We acted like a bunch of teenagers!:)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >Bartley</span>- Has started working most nights for Taxhawk. Which is great, except for we all seem to need the computer at the same time he needs to be working......hence the lack of updates.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-5878555291686791212009-01-20T12:14:00.000-08:002009-01-20T12:18:28.015-08:00Scheduling ProblemsOk so my last post I suggested that we change the Nicholes Family temple night. I thought that we would be available, but my husband clued me in that we are NOT available on the 19th. So we are open for any suggestions from those attending. <br /><br />Let us know, I think that this is such a special opportunity, I don't want to let it go. Please leave a comment or give us a call so we can find a time that will be the most accomodating to everyone.<br /><br />Love to you all!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-10131665119869453792009-01-19T12:08:00.000-08:002009-01-19T12:12:16.895-08:00Temple NightPyper had planned a family temple night February 12th at Jordan River. She can't make it that night, and I don't think we should go with out her. I was wondering if we can change it to the following Thursday, February 19 at Jordan River. Please either comment or give us a call. I don't think we should pass up this chance to do the Lord's work together. Love to you all!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-85605619195905107602008-12-30T09:35:00.001-08:002008-12-30T10:48:17.185-08:00Christmas Pic'sWe enjoyed a lot of Christmas time fun this year.....there were so many pictures it was hard to choose just a few.....<br /><br />Kids Christmas Eve with Christmas pillowcases thanks Grandma Mary.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FkP6oYbDX1Th8ZsIk4pPj4HPIZ1YSzaxhcIz_rfwYsm6iZUr4XKVvLD3It6bVQPXlJ8qq3AaUZ5iO9R1KwXknNcy1PCozjbDMi45Mf90Eci7EXcnXZ3bmQA8MuIV9NVOz5WEkmK2gjM/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+287.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FkP6oYbDX1Th8ZsIk4pPj4HPIZ1YSzaxhcIz_rfwYsm6iZUr4XKVvLD3It6bVQPXlJ8qq3AaUZ5iO9R1KwXknNcy1PCozjbDMi45Mf90Eci7EXcnXZ3bmQA8MuIV9NVOz5WEkmK2gjM/s320/Christmas+2008+287.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285648065162723618" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Reading the Polar Express Christmas Eve. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMh-4Fc4Hb9n7MSlFLosh7rYzJdUc7d87UK1LN3yHnvfTMaz2Rl0N7wTVr5Gl_0fn2p0iV_G12YOlHD1WTwL2ByfRl9nFRS7G9C0FSvloBQzf7yKekw1QmJvwKf24QIoAfAL9bircykbU/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+313.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMh-4Fc4Hb9n7MSlFLosh7rYzJdUc7d87UK1LN3yHnvfTMaz2Rl0N7wTVr5Gl_0fn2p0iV_G12YOlHD1WTwL2ByfRl9nFRS7G9C0FSvloBQzf7yKekw1QmJvwKf24QIoAfAL9bircykbU/s320/Christmas+2008+313.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285647610683100418" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Ashley got a digital camera! Yahoo!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlLb4KKV0LumfYPrJ0fMP6RFDctDalfT6kCEWUCqzrMSEZPfAfrc08Nvd-N-2T3-Kiw3oIwW0NfwItVzfOn3FCznbG3AVYHxsfV9wItYSne9MpXEmo9lCVn36rBizSYkCE5_dQrM4eRyg/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+334.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlLb4KKV0LumfYPrJ0fMP6RFDctDalfT6kCEWUCqzrMSEZPfAfrc08Nvd-N-2T3-Kiw3oIwW0NfwItVzfOn3FCznbG3AVYHxsfV9wItYSne9MpXEmo9lCVn36rBizSYkCE5_dQrM4eRyg/s320/Christmas+2008+334.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285646869777172178" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Lindsey crashed out after all the Christmas excitement.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimOEnuFAISlsXloSApKJCAb3h3CJkINmXVtN1FmliATgsnOsL93X_hgmJke5dzwDS6g1W2QCtF5EblTlK0hJvEgAe_aSKELECnRW5lLxsKvuqPwC97oiHi4dO4yhlSE5u-2I9AuNuuszU/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+345.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimOEnuFAISlsXloSApKJCAb3h3CJkINmXVtN1FmliATgsnOsL93X_hgmJke5dzwDS6g1W2QCtF5EblTlK0hJvEgAe_aSKELECnRW5lLxsKvuqPwC97oiHi4dO4yhlSE5u-2I9AuNuuszU/s320/Christmas+2008+345.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285646169272206994" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Maggey had her Christmas dreams come true. She raked in the Littlest Pet Shop, here they all are loaded onto her belt loops...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6yBIKeKu1GHC_yCN8Y1ABHxI3SrJ-2H-4MAoIa3Yjklx9Kya6fuld4yDYiyEcS5q6DtbeBFnVB8D7BrTFY3ayKISImmxxA3HAY55C0hTPHYdLsq1lwhV1FH2FiZT41k17fheuMMBbl8A/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+348.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6yBIKeKu1GHC_yCN8Y1ABHxI3SrJ-2H-4MAoIa3Yjklx9Kya6fuld4yDYiyEcS5q6DtbeBFnVB8D7BrTFY3ayKISImmxxA3HAY55C0hTPHYdLsq1lwhV1FH2FiZT41k17fheuMMBbl8A/s320/Christmas+2008+348.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285645587244719298" border="0" /></a><br /><br />All the kids ready for bed on Christmas Eve. Thanks Grandma Mary for the pj's!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1r46Kvh_zwnJpN8lHo3zi-SmPH4JA7hWZRcIlUqmVityynl1M0D7ZPzLK1zIklFrX8LUW1TEGnCzWjQs9DCffNP8oHBVvFzH0rTKeBXXGnWjYQ7cSB1p9zk_rGmoM26uCjypFPlt4Qow/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+291.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1r46Kvh_zwnJpN8lHo3zi-SmPH4JA7hWZRcIlUqmVityynl1M0D7ZPzLK1zIklFrX8LUW1TEGnCzWjQs9DCffNP8oHBVvFzH0rTKeBXXGnWjYQ7cSB1p9zk_rGmoM26uCjypFPlt4Qow/s320/Christmas+2008+291.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285645009721151714" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Nathan as a wise man in the Nativity at Grandma JaNae's.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wUHcQUidXJ0D5yvknP58sq6RFxUGa8-ei3wKe-929xZM8YBIEX7bZwnH3w9LR99hHpaKTbayXwSmsxCwqIhz2ePr6duWTE6Y_tcvTTypB2IWR8frw7XxtNbHt_RdLwPEHrDZmna4LYo/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+249.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wUHcQUidXJ0D5yvknP58sq6RFxUGa8-ei3wKe-929xZM8YBIEX7bZwnH3w9LR99hHpaKTbayXwSmsxCwqIhz2ePr6duWTE6Y_tcvTTypB2IWR8frw7XxtNbHt_RdLwPEHrDZmna4LYo/s320/Christmas+2008+249.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285643949578357266" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I had to include this picture of Grandpa Ross... If anyone is wondering where Bartley got his sense of humor,this picture alone should be the answer.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgjpBp8OBubzooCYSWVID3UCpBz46YSBKPhiyBYec8ElsRaO5MIx3Gzd86ipHEGfFCAWYZGPgH_xIFacbGc5_w-qyhM_AYSb6Hd_YalFKjkD7wbhghEhSacBwYNQUUvJ-jXz5QHDRiYdw/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+213.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgjpBp8OBubzooCYSWVID3UCpBz46YSBKPhiyBYec8ElsRaO5MIx3Gzd86ipHEGfFCAWYZGPgH_xIFacbGc5_w-qyhM_AYSb6Hd_YalFKjkD7wbhghEhSacBwYNQUUvJ-jXz5QHDRiYdw/s320/Christmas+2008+213.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285642300382172994" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Ashley, Lindsey, Nathan and the other Nicholes cousins, played the bells for us at Grandma JaNae's house Christmas Eve. Every year the kids do a musical number for the adults. Thanks Aunt Colleen for putting this together!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPRySkEqoBJ6UyrhR-r5yuF3z5m7bFjTE4YC5mfyoyiJ6N42dfaYKIURQabHhjnKgchwb9zVAKLgC1_itf9uy1AUn4UK_v9OYSi64-mVP8UlMpBvApZdHxdPBIPU9TusIILEFkrnkckJk/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+115.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPRySkEqoBJ6UyrhR-r5yuF3z5m7bFjTE4YC5mfyoyiJ6N42dfaYKIURQabHhjnKgchwb9zVAKLgC1_itf9uy1AUn4UK_v9OYSi64-mVP8UlMpBvApZdHxdPBIPU9TusIILEFkrnkckJk/s320/Christmas+2008+115.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285641420459044610" border="0" /></a><br />We had ton's of snow on Christmas Morning!!! We actually have had a lot of snow in the last few weeks. Our neighbors have a four wheeler with a plow, and they plowed out the street in front of our driveway, and made a HUGE pile of snow. Good thing too, cause Santa brought Maggey a brand new sled! Maggey and Abbey had their own personal sledding hill right in our front yard. They played outside for hours and hours. :)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xCBhyZLEVP3SVhjP-pM_53WuLHdmZsE_DKq7WMReeh9TFt4bftn-eq5CUwY0iiGtwuvMsH-p6S2YR2q-GyxqcAJ44WToEYXwzNyviOooVBr1t910rViCJCBwLTriLhAETDexl_A8bfI/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+108.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xCBhyZLEVP3SVhjP-pM_53WuLHdmZsE_DKq7WMReeh9TFt4bftn-eq5CUwY0iiGtwuvMsH-p6S2YR2q-GyxqcAJ44WToEYXwzNyviOooVBr1t910rViCJCBwLTriLhAETDexl_A8bfI/s320/Christmas+2008+108.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285639416229194850" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhudOQRxqvLgJgBao61kWHUEhdKbXkSJzE21RMd6OALiSbRfHj1yRcu3P5OM9vpecvnwCrvnSP0xTpGbl-O0KQu3ykqMCmEoAUjvwjECT4j7im7r7oYPgaqf2Q0SU6GHrLltyL42NiSA-I/s1600-h/Christmas+2008+023.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhudOQRxqvLgJgBao61kWHUEhdKbXkSJzE21RMd6OALiSbRfHj1yRcu3P5OM9vpecvnwCrvnSP0xTpGbl-O0KQu3ykqMCmEoAUjvwjECT4j7im7r7oYPgaqf2Q0SU6GHrLltyL42NiSA-I/s320/Christmas+2008+023.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285638502593896466" border="0" /></a>Abbey sang "I Want a Hippopotomus for Christmas" at the annual elementary "Christmas Sing". Abbey is on the back row 3rd from the left. Isn't she so cute!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-41480152884355318572008-12-29T21:17:00.000-08:002008-12-29T21:20:19.365-08:00Thank YouThis is Bartley.<br />I was raising money for an audio system for my classroom. It was fully funded today. I am not sure how long it will take to get to my classroom, but know that I am very excited. I get to see how much the district will charge me to install it in my classroom.<br />Thanks Juli for all that you contributed.<br />Happy Holidays.<br /><br />BartleyJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-14749610938980100062008-12-19T13:17:00.000-08:002008-12-19T13:25:18.452-08:00Merry Christmas from the Nicholes<span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-family:arial;">This year we are trying</span> out something new….posting our Christmas letter on our blog instead of printing it out. Let us know what you think!<br /><br />As we look back on the past year, we can only see how truly blessed we are to have such great family and friends who support us through everything. We can’t express our thank you’s enough to all of you. I know some of you don’t think you have done much, but your prayers and words of encouragement have sustained us, and we appreciate it so much.<br /><br />Just a few updates;<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Abbey </span>is in second grade. She has had a great year. She was diagnosed with significant hearing loss in her right ear. We were able to get her a PINK hearing aid, and much to our surprise she loves wearing it. She has lots of friends, and is overall such a funny kid. She has been sleeping in one of our Santa hats, so she “can have only Christmas dreams.” She brings so much humor and joy to our family!<br /><br /><span style="font-family:lucida grande;font-size:130%;">Maggey</span> is in third grade. She is getting so tall and mature. She has skipped one whole clothing size going from an eight to a 12 since school started! She enjoys arts and crafts, everything from construction paper and scissors to string and beads. She played soccer this year and accomplished her goal of scoring a goal in a game. She has started reading “chapter books” and is really enjoying Little House on the Prairie Series. Her teachers say that she knows everything about their class, and if they have to leave for a few minutes, they leave her in charge!<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Nathan</span> is in sixth grade. He too has had a growth spurt and is almost as tall as his mom. He continues to love baseball, but lately has been playing football with his friends. He has really been interested in reading, staying up way too late cause he just can’t put the book down. He attending a “Priesthood Preview” recently and is excited to be a deacon in June. He is quite the lip syncer(sp?) and cracks us up with his dance moves.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Ashley</span> is in 8th grade. She continues to amaze us with her talents. She is very smart and has pulled excellent grades. She is in the choir at school and we enjoy watching her practice and practice and be so prepared for her performances. Her choir did a benefit concert that raised over $3,000 for a family in need. Ashley also cut over 10 inches of her hair off to donate to Locks of Love this summer. She has been increasing her sewing skills, and sewed a really cute bag for all of her friends this year for Christmas. Ashley has reached her ultimate goal finally, she is about 1 inch taller than Lindsey!<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Lindsey</span> is in 10th grade. She turned sixteen on her birthday in September. She has her driving permit and is anxious to have her license. She went on her first date, and had a great time. She continues to be part of the Band and loves every minute of it. She was able to travel to Indianapolis to participate with the band in a national completion. They placed 14th out of 94 bands. She is already working hard to earn money for next years band season.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Bartley</span> continues to teach 5th grade at Greenwood Elementary. He really enjoys 5th grade. He is the 1st councilor in the Bishopric, and he really likes being in the "know", for the most part. He finished a bedroom in the basement for Lindsey and Ashley this summer. He was able to take Nathan to an All-star baseball tournament in Rexburg, ID. They has a great time, just the two guys.<br /><br />As for myself I keep very busy with my kids, job, and calling. I continue to manage Maple Village, and love my calling as Young Women President. These things combined keep me so busy that I don’t really have time for anything else.<br /><br /><br />We wish you love and joy at this special time of year.</span><br /><p><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial;"></p></span>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-27232186382689916122008-12-05T14:16:00.000-08:002008-12-08T14:26:33.128-08:00My Young Women are soooo Amazing..............We have had an amazing tradition here in our ward. For the past few years the Young Women under the direction of the Bishop have "adopted" a family for Christmas. This year has been no exception.<br /><br />I asked them on Sunday if they wanted us as their Leaders to forgo the gifts we had budgeted for them, and "adopt" a family instead. They unanimously voted to help this family for Christmas.<br /><br />I am so proud of them!<br /><br />We went shopping this week for our family, and it was just so awesome to be standing there, while the girls were trying their best to make this Christmas special for this family. The Bishop has asked that we keep this totally anonymous, so the girls don't even know who these gifts will go to. I thought that maybe they would be a little down on the whole idea of shopping for someone that they don't even know, but I was sooooo wrong. They considered every last detail, down to ribbon and bows!<br /><br />If any of my Young Women read this, all I can say is you have made this Christmas one that I will never forget. Thanks for your good example! Don't forget how much I love you!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-28207291516869954882008-12-05T14:07:00.000-08:002008-12-05T14:15:55.691-08:00Lindsey and Shane Part 2<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhybF66VDCbiEpPeEzkRQ-0suf9qws3zTuTtcNmeblxG4uGry52iIuclsRSwJrADpcDMROfzEJfMskwVFn5km2LcjQjwv-95mEycvZ7XcxddSsryafwch_ls1fNoi4dSU1ZMlVa9a8_kg/s1600-h/Linds+and+Shane+028.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhybF66VDCbiEpPeEzkRQ-0suf9qws3zTuTtcNmeblxG4uGry52iIuclsRSwJrADpcDMROfzEJfMskwVFn5km2LcjQjwv-95mEycvZ7XcxddSsryafwch_ls1fNoi4dSU1ZMlVa9a8_kg/s320/Linds+and+Shane+028.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276432646723581410" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTmvFhftWwESZaRzEW7TALJRzH2jv-ZwPsjI5eY2ezvj3trPsSXkNaW7P-m9VR-CrO9avb07_kF1ZYXszi_K-p9o5ahEldR9u3BETKpsxOVlkC4Z4ENNetPVb9fNeWcoJMMGhamC-EDg/s1600-h/Linds+and+Shane+020.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTmvFhftWwESZaRzEW7TALJRzH2jv-ZwPsjI5eY2ezvj3trPsSXkNaW7P-m9VR-CrO9avb07_kF1ZYXszi_K-p9o5ahEldR9u3BETKpsxOVlkC4Z4ENNetPVb9fNeWcoJMMGhamC-EDg/s320/Linds+and+Shane+020.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276432058634202866" border="0" /></a><br />Lindsey just received the copy of her "Official" dance pictures. Lindsey was just so excited she had to share!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257917929385395212.post-31711252242259759922008-11-25T10:49:00.000-08:002008-11-25T10:51:28.407-08:00Marching BandIf you're interested there is a picture of the AF Marching Band taken during retreat in Las Vegas at the regional grand nationals on the district website. The website is alpine.k12.ut.us.<br /><br />BartleyJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05446872826888595768noreply@blogger.com1