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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Granny Turns 90

My grandma turned 90 last month. We had a small party for her on her birthday but waited to throw the big bash until this month when out-of-towners could attend. My first memory is of being with this sweet and feisty lady--I was about 18 months old when my family bought her house. After moving in she took me to the neighbor's to introduce me to their daughter who was my age. I remember holding her hand, holding my doll in the other hand, and walking up the stairs to their porch. I was excited to meet my new friend, but a little nervous, and glad to have Granny there for support. I'm so glad she's still around. I hope Cohen remembers her. 


So what did we get for the woman who has everything?  We decided to go homemade. She's always loved hummingbirds and I like to make fancy boxes so this is what we came up with. Sam folded the origami hummingbird, I painted it, made the flower and painted the box. I'm pretty sure she doesn't have one of these already.


Love you Granny. Here's to another 90!


Thursday, June 23, 2011

She Will Be Missed!

The time has come to say good-bye to Katrina for 18 months. We are so happy and excited for her. We know she will be an excellent missionary. We sure are going to miss her, though. We are so grateful we can share in this experience with her.

Hanging out with Katrina after her farewell. Cohen totally made a scene after Katrina gave her talk--he kept pointing at her, yelling her name, and trying to run up to the stand to sit with her. The little guy sure loves his Tummy Mummy!

A bittersweet moment at the airport. Katrina is so beautiful, happy and excited! Megan's on the verge of tears, and Cohen's wondering what the heck is going on. 

WE LOVE OUR SISTER MISSIONARY!!!!

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Zoo

Yesterday we went to the zoo with Katrina and her family. It was a billion degrees but worth every drop of sweat. Cohen had a blast and it was nice to spend some time with Katrina before she leaves. 


Katrina's bro & Cohen. It's pretty obvious where Cohen gets his good looks!

In awe at the elephants.

Cohen with Grandpa and Grandma (Katrina's parents)