The New Arrival

We had our baby on 12/27 at 11:37am. He was 6ibs 1/2oz and 19 inches long. He is so cute and we love him very much!!!

The glow!

Aubree definitely has that pregnancy glow! I think Eric has it too! :) I can't wait to finally meet this little guy you two! Now that we got the pix of the belly out of the way, he's allowed to come!

Our SC trip is coming to an end.

This is a photo of Shane Branham. He is the son of Dennis and Tawana Branham, for those of you that remember them. He went to the movie with us a few days ago, and wished that Whitney was still there with us.
Dad and I took a walk around the pond a few days after he got out of the hospital. He was feeling much stronger and we were very relieved.
Still handsome at almost 86.
Me and my daddy by the grapevines, by the pond.

Dad's for Thanksgiving

Today we left Columbia, and drove to Raleigh, NC for the night, because we are flying out of here tomorrow and heading back to SLC. We have been gone over two weeks and have had a wonderful time. I had very mixed emotions as I said goodbye to Dad and Mona this morning. I am not a goodbye person and have a hard time leaving. I miss them so much and wish that we could see them more than we do. I always love being at their home, though, because it's so layed back and relaxing and they are so hospitable. Mona was constantly cooking for us and we gained a few lbs while we've been here. (a few, is being modest)... Anyway, it's time to get back to our normal routine and live in reality again. I miss my kids and grandkids and can hardly wait to hold those little ones in my arms again. I have to start preparing for Christmas because all of my children and grandkids will be there. Gary's two oldest children won't be there but Chad will be and we are really excited about that. So, I'm going to get a goodnight's sleep before spending the day in planes and airports. It is going to be a long day...

Myrtle Beach, SC Nov. 26, 2008

Myrtle Beach, SC

We went to Myrtle Beach on Tuesday and Wed. Nov. 25 & 26th, after spending two days in Charleston. We stayed at the timeshare and had a beautiful suite overlooking the ocean. The weather was pretty good, so we lucked out that way. We didn't do much, but really enjoyed the scenery. We don't get to the beach too often, so what a treat. Whitney was with us, but I think she was a little bit anxious to get back to Columbia to see Shane. We did get back in time on Wed. for her to go out with him. We found out in the way to Columbia, that Dad was in the hospital. I guess he got sick on Monday, the day we left, and spent 4 nights there. We headed to the hospital when we got back to his house, and found Mona sick as well. I felt so bad, because I had no idea. He was looking pretty good when we got there. Dad came home on Thanksgiving morning and we all had alot to be grateful for. Mona was feeling much better and Dad was much better as well. Mona made a feast as usual, and we ate till we couldn't eat anymore. Mark, Mona's son joined us and we had a wonderful day. We are so grateful for families. I was missing my other kids and grandkids, though, and am anxious to get back home to them.

Our visit to Charleston, SC

We had a great two days in Charleston, SC. The first day, we went on a carriage ride through the city, and walked around town, seeing the neat old houses and areas. We also walked all through the market and did very little shopping. It was so pretty there. The weather was perfect. This first photo was on the ferry, taking us to Fort Sumter.








This is a photo of Whitney and Shane, a young man that she met while down here. He is a doll. He is the grandson of my mom's best friend, growing up.











This is a photo of me and Whitney, on the ferry. She told me to push my face up with my hand, so I would actually be smiling in a photo. It's not easy, when only one side of your face is working















Shane and Whitney headed to Fort Sumter.

This horse is the one that pulled our carriage. I guess he is the largest horse in the city of Charleston. He was huge!





































This telephone pole was full of used gum. It was disgusting, but Whitney thought it was hilarious!

We are in Charleston, SC and doing a lot of sightseeing. We love this historic city and Whitney loved learning more about the south!

Whitney in the dungeon in Charleston, SC




This is the Capitol grounds in Columbia, SC

Pa Pa.

Boston sure does love his 'pa pa'. He brings him up at LEAST 5 times a day!

HALLOWEEN NIGHT~~~~~

Halloween night in my neighborhood. Chloe and Emma had already run ahead of us, because they knew the drill...Boston figured it out, but he kept wanting to go up and down stairs and go inside people's houses. He didn't quite understand why he was going from house to house...he's used to going inside when he goes to visit someone. Give him a year! They were soooo darling..I loved Halloween this year!

Hee Haw Farms with the Family

Univ. of Phoenix Trick or Treating

Who wouldn't give THIS little guy candy?
Jorgen was having a blast handing out candy to the little kids, but his face really lit up when his wife and son showed up. He had to walk around the whole department, showing off his little guy to all of his friends. It was so cute. Chloe, Emma and Boston were having a blast as well. They got a ton of candy and got all warmed up for Halloween.


I think this photo sums up the afternoon. It was a long day and Emma was in her seat for about 5 minutes and she was out cold! When we got home, Michelle carried her into her bed and she slept for another hour or more. (I love how she is laying on her candy)

Fun at the University of Phoenix - trick or treating event

I think we have ONE Proud Papa!

Boston (lion) and Emma (bunny rabit) in awe of all the fun costumes

Checking out the goods!

Chase didn't really care about the candy, but had a ball getting a birds eye view of all the trick or treaters.