Happy Birthday Tess!

Two years ago our little Gabe
He came to us as just a babe.
His cousin was expected next
But she surprised us with her tricks

Two months early was little Tess
Her parents hadn’t quite finished the nest
But she couldn’t wait to take a dive
Into the hearts of the Josh Davis tribe.

And this duo enlarged to three
Making a couple into a family.
We’re so glad you’re turning two.
Tess – happy, happy birthday to you!

Happy Birthday Gabe

Little Gabe - you are so sweet
Life with you is such a treat!
You're my boy!
Oh, what a joy!
Baby Gaby, I love you!

MonaVie

I am part of a Leadership Development Group called TEAM (http://www.the-team.biz/). It's been a wonderful experience to be part of a group that encourages personal improvement and team building - and teaches you how to be a successful leader.

Thru this group, we have been introduced to MonaVie - a fantastic drink that delivers a blend of 19 fruits, including the açai berry. This drink offers a simple and convenient solution to help meet some of your body's nutritional needs. People who regularly consume MonaVie have reported better health and an overall sense of well being.

This has been right for me and my family - health wise, financially, and for my own personal growth. Check out my personal MonaVie webpage at www.the-team.biz/mv967996.

Tagged

5 things on my to do list: Clean the dog hair (from the previous owner's dog) out of the vents, update our expense report, type up a taped history, exercise, read scriptures
5 jobs i've had: USU Extension Educator, School Counselor, Dept of Vocational Rehabilitation counselor, Child Care Provider, Professional Maid
5 places i have lived: Tremonton, Utah; Grace, Idaho; West Wendover, Nevada; Evanston, Wyoming; Cuenca, Ecuador
5 favorite snacks: chips and salsa, popcorn, orange julius, wheat thins, nuts
5 things you don't know about me: I write things on my "to do" list that I've already done just so I can cross them off; I really like spinach; I would prefer to not watch a movie, than to watch a movie without doing anything; I love basements; I love the smell of mechanic shops.
5 things i would do if i was a billionaire: Eat more fish, travel, buy nice gifts for family and friends, build a big cabin in the forrest so our extended family to have big reunions with wonderful cousin memories, become a professional counselor
5 things i love: family, biking, eating out, playing games, being taken out by my husband
5 people i tag: Carol, Necha, Becky, Carissa, Doreen

Grandpa Eugene and Grandma Doreen Got Married

Grandpa Eugene and Grandma Doreen got married on August 1st at the Mt. Timpanogas temple. Here's the family picture.
Here's the cousins: Hadley, Vincent, Corbin, Jonathan, and Cael.

Here's the newlyweds and our three boys. There was quite some finagling to get them to hold still.
Here's the dads and their boys: Garrett and Jacob; Ben and Brecon; Brandon and Hadley.
Here's the boys playing: Corbin, Cael, and Jonathan

Here's all of us!
More of the wedding party.
Here's Garrett and his sibling with the newlyweds.

After the wedding, Shawn took us to a great restaurant in Provo: Jonathan and Cael.
Above: Garrett and his good friend Bryan at the reception.

Below: Garrett and his Uncle Ron

Lastly: Ben, Garrett and Jacob, The Family's Wrestling Coach, Brandon, and Joseph

July's Activities

We're getting used to our new temperatures, house, activities, and area. Garrett took us to the City of Rocks, a place that he went with his family when he was a boy. As you can see, Gabe got tired quickly.

Above: Jonathan, Gabe, and Garrett

Below: Cynthia, Jonathan, Gabe, and Jacob

Below: Me and Jacob in the shade
Below: Jonathan and Garrett exploring; Gabe trying to follow
Back at home: Gabe, Jacob, Jonathan