ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING

I had the opportunity to fly to Chicago with my sister Vicky for her cancer treatment. She goes every 20 days or so. We had a good time - considering all the tests and treatments. I was amazed that my sister spent the majority of the time lifting others, giving them a smile or a kind word. One would never know that she is fighting the Battle of her life. She gets an A+ for attitude.

There once was a woman who woke up one morning, looked in

the mirror and noticed she had only three hairs on her head.

Well," she said, "I think I'll braid my hair today?"

So she did and she had a wonderful day.

The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and saw that she

had only two hairs on her head.

"H-M-M," she said, "I think I'll part my air down the middle today?"

So she did and she had a grand day.

The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and noticed that

she had only one hair on her head.

"Well," she said, "today I'm going to wear my hair in a pony tail."

So she did and she had a fun, fun day.

The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and noticed that

there wasn't a single hair on her head.

"YEA!" she exclaimed,

"I don't have to fix my hair today!"

ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING.

Be kinder than necessary,

for everyone you meet is fighting

some kind of battle.

Live simply,

Love generously,

Care deeply,

Speak kindly.......

Leave the rest to God.

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass....

It's about learning to dance in the rain.

Keaton Riggs - Sweet baby boy!

My Sister Vicky's Daughter Amanda has a sweet new baby boy. Keaton and I got to play photo gig together, he did so well. I know that babies do come from Heaven - what sweet little packages they are. When they look off in the corner of the room and smile - it makes you wonder who they're looking at, what angel or past loved one is with them. Amanda Keaton's mother looks great. What a fun time, I miss having a tiny one - not bad enough to get me another one, after years and years were out of diapers! For now I will just barrow a babe. This works out just fine. Amanda - Thanks for letting me barrow Keaton.

I Have AWSOME Kids!

This has been a wonderful Month!

Luke has straight A's again, plus was honored with the student of the month at his Jr. high school. The teacher that nominated him said that Luke has done a great job this year. He is always very respectful in class.

Grant made it! He as earned Honor Roll for the 5Th grade. This honor comes with a night out with his parents, a BBQ, and a kick ball game - teachers & parents vs. the 5Th grade honor roll kids. I hope we will. Grant has become such a good reader and student.

Brooke was honored with the Hobble Creek Elementary Student of the month. She has her picture up at Reams our local grocery store, she got a money card, and a certificate. She also took 2ND place in the 50 at her track meet. I think she gets her speed running away from all those boys. She always does well in school, I love her.

Ali is our crazy Ali. She got a 100% on her spelling test. All five words were perfect, yes, look - think - went - put and now. If you need a first grade proofer give me a call.

Will he will graduate from his small world preschool today. You got to love it.

Discovery

And the day came when the risk it took to remain in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.

--Anais Nin

To all my beautiful blossoming friends and family that I really cherish!

Malerie - Picture Perfect!

Malerie is getting married May 24th in Manti - she makes such a cute Bride. I wish her and Matt the best. Pray for good weather for this Saturday!

Lauren the Senior 08

I had the chance to have a really fun night with Lauren. She is so photogenic, she makes my job easy! Can you believe we even got a butterfly for the Gig!

Our Little Artist - Brooke

Brooke was a featured artist in the Mapleton City art show. Lana Merell is Brooke's teacher, she and her students put on one of the best art shows around. I must say that Brooke is one of the most creative people I know. We use a ton of paper with Brooke around, she also love a good piece of cardboard. She loves it when a big batch of pictures come, because that leave a ton of boxes and cardboard inserts for her to create with. We end up with castles, mini malls, homes for Gracie our cat, and much much more. I think Brooke is the best. A big thanks to Shelly for always supporting my troops - You are very loved.

Margaret 2008 Senior

Look out world here comes Margaret! No more Springville High. I can't believe it, because she was one of my Beehives way back when. I love Margret, she is GOOD inside and out. I hope my girls turn out just like her. I will miss her in the ward, Oh yeah - Will loves Margret too. He says she is his girlfriend! Not a bad pick.