No voice

Today I have no voice. Where did this come from?

I just want to lay in bed AND for this to pass quickly!

Amazing moon tonight!!!

Virus

Just like that this afternoon, I was hit by a bad cold….. sneezing, runny nose, gunk in my lungs, etc

Gardners gave me Sprite telling me it would help break up the gunk in my throat. No, I don’t like carbonated drinks but I want this stuff gone, so I am giving it a try ! Sprite is very sweet.

Crawling in bed early tonight.

Before and after

Before and after……. Thanks Trina!

September Decorations

 

Family Search Library

I have spent several hours (10) the last two days visiting the FamilySearch center here talking to the consultants and learning what to do. Being a Stake Temple and Family History Consultant is my new calling. I haven’t figured out all my duties yet.

If you want to learn about your ancestors, come on over. Tuesdays 10:00 - 4:00, 6:00 - 8:00 and Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00.

New Calling

 I received a text asking me to meet with someone in the Stake Presidency on the night of July 11th, but I left for Monroe that morning so I couldn't make that appointment.

On August 7th, I received a text again asking me to meet with someone again on the night of the 8th.  It was Donald Miles who meet with me.  We had a nice conversation and then he issued a call for me to be Temple and Family History Co-ordinator.  He couldn't really tell me what all that would entail, but said that they felt strongly that I was the one to have the calling and that Heavenly Father would help me.

Sonja Farnsworth was currently holding that position.  She met with me on Monday the 14th to explain a little about the calling and to hang me the keys.

I feel a little overwhelmed and hope to understand more soon.

I was told that I would be released from my Sunday school calling. 

I was sustained on July 20th.

Cristene Staley

 Monday will be a difficult day for the Gardner family. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you all. 

May you all receive peace as you lay Cristene to rest. May your memories bring you comfort and joy. 

Think of Cristene’s joy as she is reunited with family and friends and the Savior. Their arms surround her with love.

Sending you all love, too! Travel safely.

Cristene is the daughter of Joyce, Earl’s sister. She is cousin to all of the Gardner girls.

Cristene Staley

ORANGEVILLE- Cristene Joyce Staley, age 45, was welcomed home into the arms of so many loved ones on August 14, 2023 in Orangeville, Utah. 

Cristene was born May 11, 1978 in Price, Utah to Victor and Joyce Staley. She was the oldest of the three kids and boy did she let her siblings know it. She loved to boss, it didn’t matter who it was, you would know exactly what her thought and opinion on the subject was. 

Early on in life Cristene found a love of all animals, especially her dogs. She would take them with her on the many car rides around town. Most days if you needed her, you would find her on her brother's farm helping in any way needed or driving to check the cows right after she got her Mountain Dew and Doughnut from Food Ranch.

Cristene had a deep love for her brother, sister, and sister-in-law, but no one could compete with her four nieces and two nephews. She would stand up for them, or put them in their place, whichever was needed. She loved to send the latest song or funny TikTok to whoever she thought would enjoy them. 

Cristene was a giver; she was always finding ways to help others. She helped to take care of her grandparents and would help her dad with anything he needed or didn’t need.

Cristene is survived by her parents, Victor and Joyce; her brother and sister-in-law, Eric and Melissa; her sister, Rachel; and nieces and nephews, Ansley, Molly, Dallas BraceLee, Brayden, and Kenslee. As well as aunts, uncles, many cousins, and close friends. 

Preceded in death by her grandparents, Van and Georgia Gardner and Wayne and Delsie Staley; her uncle, Darrell (Tigger) Gardner; cousins, Jason Jones and Jill Gardner; along with other great-grandparent’s, aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

Graveside service, Monday, August 21, 2023, 11:00 a.m., Orangeville City Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price and Huntington where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Cristene online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net

“Overcome Evil with Good”

  “Overcome Evil with Good” Romans 7 - 16

Read Romans 10:17 So then ^afaith cometh by ^bhearing, and hearing by the word of God.

And

 Romans 15:4 For whatsoever things were ^awritten aforetime were ^bwritten for our ^clearning, that we through ^dpatience and comfort of the ^escriptures might have ^fhope.

*Are there any scriptures or thoughts you read this week that helped build your faith in Jesus Christ or give you hope?

Those who follow the spirit can become “joint-heirs with Christ.” Romans 8:14–18

Romans 8:17 And if children, then heirs; ^aheirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we ^bsuffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.

Doctrine and Covenants 132:20 Then shall they be gods, because they have no end; therefore shall they be from ^aeverlasting to everlasting, because they continue; then shall they be above all, because all things are subject unto them. Then shall they be ^bgoes, because they have ^call power, and the angels are subject unto them.     21 Verily, verily, I say unto you, except ye abide my ^alaw ye cannot attain to this glory.

As Latter-day Saints, we believe that phrases such as “heirs of God” and “joint-heirs with Christ” mean that with Jesus Christ’s help, we can become like Heavenly Father and receive all He has . 

 

Receiving “all that [the] Father hath

• Luke 12:42–44
• Romans 8:14–18, 32
• 2 Corinthians 3:18
• Galatians 4:1–7
• Revelation 3:21
• Revelation 21:7
• 3 Nephi 28:10
• Doctrine and Covenants 50:26–28
• Doctrine and Covenants 76:92–95
• Doctrine and Covenants 84:38
• Doctrine and Covenants 88:107
• Doctrine and Covenants 132:19–20

Class members could share what they have learned and discuss why this doctrine is so important

One of the truths these verses help us understand is that Heavenly Father desires to bless us with all that He has .

 “Latter-day Saints see all people as children of God in a full and complete sense;  they consider every person divine in origin, nature, and potential…  Just as a child can develop the attributes of his or her parents over time, the divine nature that humans inherit can be developed to become like their Heavenly Father’s …men and women have the potential to be exalted to a state of godliness.” (Becoming like God – Gospel Topics)

Doctrine and Covenants 76:55 They are they into whose hands the Father has given ^aall things

and

84:38 And he that receiveth my Father receiveth my Father’s ^akingdom; therefore ^ball that my Father hath shall be given unto him.

Referring to the inheritance Heavenly Father desires to bless us with, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, then of the First Presidency, taught:    “It is beyond my power of thought to imagine all that this promise entails. But I do know it is grand, it is divine, it is eternal, and it is worth all of our efforts in life.”  (Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Four Titles,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2013, 60)

President Dallin H. Oaks gave an analogy on how we can prepare to become “heirs of God” (Romans 8:17).   https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2015-06-0001-the-challenge-to-become?lang=eng

President Dallin H. Oaks related the following parable:

“A wealthy father knew that if he were to bestow his wealth upon a child who had not yet developed the needed wisdom and stature, the inheritance would probably be wasted. The father said to his child:

“‘All that I have I desire to give you—not only my wealth, but also my position and standing among men. That which I have I can easily give you, but that which I am you must obtain for yourself. You will qualify for your inheritance by learning what I have learned and by living as I have lived. I will give you the laws and principles by which I have acquired my wisdom and stature. Follow my example, mastering as I have mastered, and you will become as I am, and all that I have will be yours’” (“The Challenge to Become,” Ensign, Nov. 2000, 32).

*What are some of the “laws and principles” President Oaks referred to? What difference does it make in our lives to know that we can become “heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ”? (Romans 8:17).

How can remembering our inheritance help us?

President Elaine S. Dalton, former Young Women General President, shared a story about a king that illustrates this lesson:

[The king] had an unshakable knowledge of his identity. As a young man, he was kidnapped by evil men who had dethroned his father, the king. These men knew that if they could destroy him morally, he would not be heir to the throne. For six months they subjected him to every vile thing life had to offer, and yet he never yielded under pressure. This puzzled his captors, and after doing everything they could think of, they asked him why he had such great moral strength. His reply was simple. He said, “I cannot do what you ask, for I was born to be a king” [see Vaughn J. Featherstone, “The King’s Son,” New Era, Nov. 1975, 35].

Like the king’s son, each of you has inherited a royal birthright. Each of you has a divine heritage.

(Elaine S. Dalton, “Remember Who You Are!,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2010, 121)

 

 “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?”  Romans 8:18, 28, 31–39

Display picture of Jesus Christ

Read Romans 8:18, 28, 31–39 as a class

18 For I reckon that the ^asufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the ^bglory which shall be revealed ^cin us.

 28 And we know that all things work together for ^agood to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

 31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can ^abe against us?

32 He that spared not his own ^aSon, but ^bdelivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us ^callthings?

33 Who shall ^alay any thing to the charge of God’s elect? It is God that justifieth.

34 Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh ^aintercession for us.

35 Who shall separate us from the ^alove of Christ? shall ^btribulation, or distress, or ^cpersecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?

36 As it is written, For thy sake we are ^akilled all the day long; we are accounted as ^bsheep for the slaughter.

37 Nay, in all these things we are ^amore than ^bconquerors through him that loved us.

38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,

39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to ^aseparate us from the ^blove of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

 

*What thoughts or feeling do you have after reading these verses?  Are any of you willing to share how you gained testimony of the truth in these verses?

 Your Father in Heaven is always aware of you and your needs. If you struggle with doubts or feeling disconnected from God, you can learn to better recognize His presence in your life by trying these things:

• Take some time out of your day each day to put away all distractions and focus on God.
• Pray regularly to feel God’s love in your life.
• Read God’s word in the scriptures and other messages about His love.
• Keep a journal where you can write about blessings God has given you and spiritual impressions you’ve felt.
• Talk with trusted friends and family about how they have felt God’s love in their life.
• Practice Christlike love for others through service and forgiveness.

 

What does it mean that nothing can “separate us from the love of God?  

Romans 8:39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to ^aseparate us from the ^blove of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

 Bonnie Cordon in October 2021 General Conference:  You are a cherished, beloved child of Heavenly Father. He loves you so perfectly that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to atone for you and for me. The Savior’s love for us is unfailing—even when we fail! Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Remembering this love can help you push back the confusion of the world that tries to weaken your confidence in your divine identity and blind you of your potential.

 President Thomas S. Monson said:   Your Heavenly Father loves you—each of you. That love never changes. It is not influenced by your appearance, by your possessions, or by the amount of money you have in your bank account. It is not changed by your talents and abilities. It is simply there. It is there for you when you are sad or happy, discouraged or hopeful. God’s love is there for you whether or not you feel you deserve love. It is simply always there.(Thomas S. Monson, “We Never Walk Alone,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2013, 123–24)

 

All of God’s commandments are fulfilled in the commandment to love.  Romans 13:8–10

Read together Romans 13:8 ^aOwe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that ^bloveth another hath fulfilled the law

9 For this, Thou shalt not commit ^aadultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not ^bsteal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not ^ccovet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy ^dneighbour as thyself.

10 ^aLove worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the ^blaw.

and 

Matthew 22:36 Master, which is the great commandment in the law?

37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt ^alove the Lord thy God with all thy ^bheart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy ^cmind.

38 This is the first and great ^acommandment.

39 And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt ^alove thy neighbour as thyself.

40 On these two commandments hang all the ^alaw and the prophets.

 

*How does this truth change the way we think about commandments and obedience? For example, what does this truth suggest about the purpose of commandments?

 

President Thomas S Monson taught “God’s commandments are not given to frustrate us or to become obstacles to our happiness. Just the opposite is true. He who created us and who loves us perfectly knows just how we need to live our lives in order to obtain the greatest happiness possible. He has provided us with guidelines which, if we follow them, will see us safely through this often treacherous mortal journey. We remember the words of the familiar hymn: “Keep the commandments! In this there is safety; in this there is peace.” 

Our Heavenly Father loves us enough to say: Thou shalt not lie; thou shalt not steal; thou shalt not commit adultery; thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself; and so on. We know the commandments. He understands that when we keep the commandments, our lives will be happier, more fulfilling, and less complicated. Our challenges and problems will be easier to bear, and we will receive His promised blessings. But while He gives us laws and commandments, He also allows us to choose whether to accept them or to reject them. Our decisions in this regard will determine our destiny.” ( Keep the Commandments, October 2015)

 

Dieter Uchtdorf (The Love of God, Oct. 2009) taught: Once again the Savior revealed the way. When asked to name the greatest commandment, He did not hesitate. “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind,” He said. “This is the first and great commandment.”Coupled with the second great commandment—to love our neighbor as ourselves—we have a compass that provides direction not only for our lives but also for the Lord’s Church on both sides of the veil.

Because love is the great commandment, it ought to be at the center of all and everything we do in our own family, in our Church callings, and in our livelihood. Love is the healing balm that repairs rifts in personal and family relationships. It is the bond that unites families, communities, and nations. Love is the power that initiates friendship, tolerance, civility, and respect. It is the source that overcomes divisiveness and hate. Love is the fire that warms our lives with unparalleled joy and divine hope. Love should be our walk and our talk.

When we truly understand what it means to love as Jesus Christ loves us, the confusion clears and our priorities align. Our walk as disciples of Christ becomes more joyful. Our lives take on new meaning. Our relationship with our Heavenly Father becomes more profound. Obedience becomes a joy rather than a burden.

….

How clearly the Savior spoke when He said that every other commandment hangs upon the principle of love.  If we do not neglect the great laws—if we truly learn to love our Heavenly Father and our fellowman with all our heart, soul, and mind—all else will fall into place.

The divine love of God turns ordinary acts into extraordinary service. Divine love is the motive that transports simple words into sacred scripture. Divine love is the factor that transforms reluctant compliance with God’s commandments into blessed dedication and consecration.

 

 “Let us not … judge one another.”   Romans 14

To give some context to Romans 14, you might point out that some of the Roman Saints disputed with each other about cultural practices, like eating habits and holiday observances. What similar situations do we face today?

 Romans 14:13 Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a ^astumblingblockor an occasion to fall in his brother’s way.

 Looking Through Windows video.  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2012-01-0004-looking-through-windows?lang=eng   (2:19 mins)

*What advice can we share with each other about how to avoid being judgmental?

 

Sister J Anette Dennis, 1^st Counselor in the RS Presidency in Oct 2022 said, “We are commanded to love others, not to judge them. Let’s lay down that heavy burden; it isn’t ours to carry.    Are there people in your path who you have felt inclined to judge? If so, remember that these are valuable opportunities for us to practice loving as the Savior loves. As we follow His example, we can be yoked with Him and help foster a feeling of love and belonging in the hearts of all our Father’s children.”

 

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf taught: “This topic of judging others could actually be taught in a two-word sermon. When it comes to hating, gossiping, ignoring, ridiculing, holding grudges, or wanting to cause harm, please apply the following:

Stop it!

It’s that simple. We simply have to stop judging others and replace judgmental thoughts and feelings with a heart full of love for God and His children. God is our Father. We are His children. We are all brothers and sisters. I don’t know exactly how to articulate this point of not judging others with sufficient eloquence, passion, and persuasion to make it stick. I can quote scripture, I can try to expound doctrine, and I will even quote a bumper sticker I recently saw. It was attached to the back of a car whose driver appeared to be a little rough around the edges, but the words on the sticker taught an insightful lesson. It read, “Don’t judge me because I sin differently than you.”

We must recognize that we are all imperfect—that we are beggars before God. Haven’t we all, at one time or another, meekly approached the mercy seat and pleaded for grace? Haven’t we wished with all the energy of our souls for mercy—to be forgiven for the mistakes we have made and the sins we have committed?   

 

When the Lord requires that we forgive all men, that includes forgiving ourselves. Sometimes, of all the people in the world, the one who is the hardest to forgive—as well as perhaps the one who is most in need of our forgiveness—is the person looking back at us in the mirror.    “The Merciful Obtain Mercy,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2012

 

Elder Marvin J. Ashton beautifully observed: “Perhaps the greatest charity comes when we are kind to each other, when we don’t judge or categorize someone else, when we simply give each other the benefit of the doubt or remain quiet. Charity is accepting someone’s differences, weaknesses, and shortcomings; having patience with someone who has let us down; or resisting the impulse to become offended when someone doesn’t handle something the way we might have hoped. Charity is refusing to take advantage of another’s weakness and being willing to forgive someone who has hurt us. Charity is expecting the best of each other.” (“The Tongue Can Be a Sharp Sword,” Ensign, May 1992, 19.0

I Can Say Thank You to Those Who Help Me.

Romans 16 looks like a roll call.  It is easy to skip over.  If we stop and look at the tenderness of Paul as he talks of each person.  It can make us think of the people in our own life who have influenced us in one way or another.  

Maybe we want to make our own list of our own circle of influence.  ‘ If it hadn’t been for so and so, my life wouldn’t be the same…”. Let people know you remember them.  This can be a “Who they are” reminder.

President Thomas S Monson in Oct 2010 in a talk entitled “The Divine Gift of Gratitude” taught us: “We can lift ourselves and others as well when we refuse to remain in the realm of negative thought and cultivate within our hearts an attitude of gratitude.   We often take for granted the very people who most deserve our gratitude.

Let us not wait until it is too late for us to express that gratitude. Speaking of loved ones he had lost, one man declared his regret this way: “I remember those happy days, and often wish I could speak into the ears of the dead the gratitude which was due them in life, and so ill returned.” 

The loss of loved ones almost inevitably brings some regrets to our hearts. Let’s minimize such feelings as much as humanly possible by frequently expressing our love and gratitude to them. We never know how soon it will be too late.”

Testimony

I am so touched by the fact that no matter what – God’s love is there for us.  I know I will never do enough to live as perfectly as Heavenly Father and Christ deserve, but I am so thankful for their love and forgiveness.

Again Brothers and Sisters:  When it comes to hating, gossiping, ignoring, ridiculing, holding grudges, or wanting to cause harm, please apply the following:   Stop it!

I have felt regret for waiting too long to express my love and appreciation – then finding it too late.  I am working on that and hoping it can build someone else up during a time of need.

Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are there waiting and wanting to help us.  They have shown us the way – we just need to make those choices and get ourselves on the right path.

 

Ole Olsen

 

There  was a celebration of life for Ole and Sheila today and a dinner at the church.

Ole Olsen

June 21, 1950 — June 17, 2023

Brent J "Ole" Olsen, age 72, passed away June 17, 2023 in the Intermountain Medical Center in SLC.

Ole was born in Salt Lake City, Ut to John Henry Olsen & Grace Marie Olsen.  He later married Sheila Karst on May 20,1972 in Downey CA, he graduated from West High in 1968 and later became and electrician with a masters, After graduation he joined the Navy.  He had many hobbies.  

Ole and Sheila moved to Altamont, Utah and on April 10, 2023 they were sealed for time and eternity in the Jordan River Temple.  She died October 23, 2021
    

He was an active member of the city council and the mosquito abatement.   He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed.
    

He is survived by his buddy Baron(dog); his children, Shanna Olsen, SLC; Timothy Olsen, Dayton, OH; Susan Schmitt, Las Vegas  NV; his grandchildren, William and Elizabeth; siblings, Rick (Jane) Olsen, Nancy (Tom) Mayhew,  John (Jen) Olsen,  brother- and sister-in-law, Steve and Helen Karst, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.                                                                                             

He was preceded in the in death by his wife, Sheila, his parents, Grace and John and brother, Garth.
Per his wishes he will be cremated   
 

A memorial service will be held on August 19, 2023 at 11:00am at the Altamont Stake Center, 15600 W 4000.

Visitor

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Harry Fieldsted Funeral

This funeral was today.

Harry Fieldsted

July 31, 1926 — August 14, 2023

Harry W Fieldsted, 97, peacefully passed away on August 14, 2023, in Vernal, Utah.
He was born on July 31, 1926, in Boneta, Utah, to William Taylor and Annie Velma Erickson Fieldsted. He had two brothers, Stanley E Fieldsted and Robert Fieldsted and one sister, Flora Fieldsted Allred. 

He married Beverly Dawn Holder on November 28, 1946. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on March 10, 1961. She died March 25, 2020. They had four children, Billy Burke Shiner, Terry J Fieldsted, Gary H Fieldsted and Tony Fieldsted.

Harry was raised in Boneta, where he learned to work hard tending sheep and cattle and raising hay.  He attended School in Boneta and after graduation enlisted in the Merchant Marines where he served on the cargo ship, “Twin Falls Victory,” in the Pacific during WWII. After being honorably discharged, he returned to Boneta where he began his career raising cattle and farming.

Harry was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings including Bishop’s counselor and Bishop. He had a special fondness for the widows of the ward and made sure they were taken care of, including a special dinner served by the ward youth at Christmas time. He and Beverly served as temple workers in three temples, Provo, Vernal and Nauvoo where he and Beverly served a mission.

He served the community on dozens of community boards and a few national and regional boards including Director (two-terms as Chairman) for Uintah Basin Medical Center; Director and President of Moon Lake Electric Association; Director and President of Moon Lake Water Users; President and Secretary of Lake Fork Water Users; City Councilman of Altamont City; Director and Secretary of Upper Country Water Conservancy District; Chairman of the area’s Republican precinct; Founding President of the Altamont Roping Club; Honorary Farmer and Legendary Cowboy.  The national regional boards included: Director and President of Deseret Generation and Transmission;  Director of Western Fuels National Board; Director of Western States Public Power; Director of Utah Rural Power; Director and President of Intermountain Consumer Power Association.

As a grandpa, he loved teaching his family how to farm and work with the cows. They had many early morning calls saying, “Be at the corral at 7 am or we are weeding potatoes today.” He always raised a garden and liked to share what he grew with family and neighbors.  He took pride in his home and yard and kept the flowers planted to make it look nice. He worked hard all day, every day. When he set a goal, he did everything he could to achieve it. His biggest goal this summer was to come home for Longhorn Days and celebrate his birthday with the family. He was able to do that and gave all of us one more special memory to treasure.

Harry is survived by three of his children, Terry (Shauna), Gary (Sheila), and Tony (Kailene), 17 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and 36 great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Eternal Companion of 73 years Beverly Fieldsted;  his parents, William and Velma Fieldsted; son, Billy Shiner; siblings, Stanley Fieldsted, Robert Fieldsted, Flora Allred; great-grandsons, Jaxon Miles, Brock Miles; great-granddaughter, Shayna Brady; great-great-grandsons, Kixton and Kashton Brady, great-great-granddaughters, Burklee Williams and Rozee Williams. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at the Altamont Stake Center.  A viewing will be held that morning from 10;00 - 11:45 a.m.
Burial will be in the Altamont Cemetery with military honors presented.

Bone Density Test

 Bone Density test completed this morning…

Next one: two years from now

Eye Appointment

Had my annual eye checkup. Great news - everything looks good! 

I love it when the eye dr, Jason, can report such good things!

Aug 15th

 Getting car serviced today!!!!

I spent all afternoon here in Lehi with one of my very favorite ladies! Thanks for letting me visit, Sandra. Miss you and love you a lot!

I dearly love this woman and wish that I took the time to see her more often. (I didn’t take pictures while with her so I borrowed a couple from Stephanie.)

I had the privilege of working side by side with her a few times during my teaching career…... Starting in Kindergarten and ending in 4th grade! What a joy that always was. Sandra was a master teacher and I wanted to pick up her traits to use in my own teaching.

Sandra is a kind, giving woman and I love having her as a friend in my life. She set a good example to me always. I appreciate knowing and being a part of her sweet family. I had the opportunity to teach all three of Doug and her children. They all are special people.

This family has had more trials than anyone can believe, but they gave always handled everything placed in their way with dignity. I think they have earned a straight ticket to heaven.

Thank you to the Swasey family for always supporting and caring about me.

I wish you all the best always.

Mowing

 Beautifully mowed lawn. Thank you Miles family!

County Fair

Thank you Mandy, Mary and Meg for letting me go to the fair with you girls. It was much more fun being with you, rather than being alone.

This is the quilt top made by Meg and Eden! 1st place - Best of Class!!!

Yummy food - I had way too much! Sweet Pork Salad, lemonade, cheesecake on a stick and a Bavarian crème filled doughnut!