Sweet Grandma!

The whole gang!

My sweet grandmother Louise Olivia Bess passed last week peacefully in her home. I was able to attend her funeral in my hometown of McAllen, Texas. My brother Lance and two sisters Kim and Courtney were able to be there as well. For all the tears we cried we laughed that much more. It was a difficult to meet under those circumstances, but we had a great time together. There were moments that I will never forget, and will treasure always.



One of the hightlights of our trip was visiting the LDS chapel we grew up attending. Do smells bring back memories for you? They do for me. This chapel has a smell like no other building I have ever been in, so when my sister opened the gym door I knew I was back home to my childhood. WOW!!! I took a trip down memory lane.
La Vista Chapel in McAllen

baptismal font where I was baptized

We also looked at picture albums, ate great Mexican food, and had a great homecooked roast. Some of my nieces and nephew were there as well. It was fantastic to see them.

It rained really hard at Grandma's funeral, and I mean bucket fulls. My dad mentioned in her ulogy that when it rains at a funeral that person becomes a saint. I don't know if that is true, but my Grandma was a saint while she was on the earth, and I look forward to seeing her again one day.
Grandma left behind her sweetheart of 64 years. Not very many men in this world would be helping the women in his life do the dished 2 days after the love of his life has passed away. That is the kind of person my Grandpa is. He was so kind to us while we were there despite all of his suffering. I love my Grandpa with all of my heart, and I have a constant prayer in my heart in his behalf. There really is a special place in heaven for grandparents.

Hair cut!

My whole pregnancy I wanted to chop my hair off. I've done that before while pregnant and it was a tragedy. I cried for days. I waited this time until after Quinn was born. I have to say this is one of the shortest haircuts I've ever had, but it is what I asked for. The last time I had it this short my mother asked me why I did that. Basically saying, "Not a good look for you." I don't know why I did it again, but it is too late now. The greatest thing is it will be so easy, and no hair for Quinn to pull on. Honestly, I had a friend who's little boys twirled her hair and would pull chuncks of her hair out. OUCH!! Not for me, thanks. I'll stick with the short do for now.

Tribute to Grandma Louise Bess

Grandma's truly are special, and we seem to take them for granted while they are here on the earth. My Grandma Bess will most likely pass into the next life this week, and I can't help but remember all the wonderful times we have had together. Her only son married my mom when I was 11 years old. She took my siblings and me in like we were her own from birth. I loved going to her house in Bryan, Texas because she always made me feel so special (and she was a good cook). Her and her sweet husband took us in and never looked back. I've always considered them my Grandma and Grandpa. They lived half a mile from me for 6 years, and I wish now I had spent more of my afternoons sitting with them in their garage chatting about life. I will never forget the times Barry and I went to McAllen and were able to sit in their home while both of them rocked in their rockers and told us about their life. They truly are special, and I am going to miss Grandma. The most beautiful thing about death is being reminded that families are eternal. It is such a blessing to know that my grandparents can see each other again one day. They are not sealed to one another, but I know they will be someday. Heavenly Father loves my grandmother very much, and He knows she has lived a wonderful life. Grandma, I love you and you will be missed by all you leave behind.

Quinn's Blessing!

This morning at church we had the opportunity to witness Quinn being blessed. Barry said some beautiful words which I will always remember. It was great to have this special day together.

Movie at Aviator Park

Last night we loaded the kids up for a trip to Sonic, and then we headed over to Aviator Park to watch a movie in the park. We had so much fun watching Ratatouille under the stars. There were also planes taking off and landing right next the park. Once the sun went down we could see all the stars and the lights on the planes. It was actually a little chilly in North Texas on a September evening. The best thing of all is that is was free. YIPEE!!

Collin's first day of school!

Collin started preschool this week. He was so excited to stay by himself at Mrs. Nicki's house. He made sure that I was leaving. I am so happy that he has something to do 2 days a week, because he is missing his brothers since they went back to school.

All Landon wants for Christmas?

Landon lost both of his front teeth about a week apart. We keep telling him all he is getting for Christmas is his 2 front teeth, but both teeth are already coming in. They may already be grown in by Christmas, so I guess Santa is going to have find something else to bring.