Savoring Autumn Awesomeness...

Running through the grass, carefree moments, cooler temperatures, playing at the park...

I have to be sneaky to take pictures of Cash!

That sweet face...

Who knew Colby was so flexible!

Grahm's first ride in the wagon.

Rub-a-dub-dub, three boys in the tub!

I wish I could have bottled this moment. Colby, Grey, and Grahm laughed and splashed for a long time. Colby is getting so big, they probably won't be able to take a bath together much longer but it was fun to watch!

ThrowBack Thursday ~ Grandpa Federer and his horses...

Grandpa loved his horses, especially Appaloosas. I still remember when he had his jaw broken by a bronc. He was 79 and his jaw was wired shut for a time. He was able to care for his horses until he was 89, pretty remarkable! I often wish I could stand by the corral and watch him with his beloved horses. I loved to play Carrom and checkers with him, even though he cheated a little it was still fun. What a man, he was all about providing for his family. As one of the original homesteaders, he beat the odds. Grandpa has been gone for 41 years but certainly not forgotten...Theodore Federer.

Wordless Wednesday ~ Christopher's sunset view...

Because I Am a Child of God...

It doesn’t really matter if I’m short or if I’m tall

Or if I like to sing or read a book or throw a ball,

No matter if I finish first or if I trip and fall,

I know I’m loved because I am a child of God.

Whenever thunder crashes and the wind goes howling by,
Or when a bully threatens me or teardrops fill my eye,
Before my fear starts growing, I still know just what to try.
I always pray because I am a child of God.

If ever I should want to be dishonest or unkind,
Or things that are not good or true begin to cloud my mind,
I listen for the voice that brings the peace I need to find.
I think of Him because I am a child of God.

A child of God. He watches night and day.

He cheers me on, and hears me when I pray.

No matter what, I won’t give up. I’ll listen and obey.

I’ll choose the right because I am a child of God.

Yesterday was a proud grandma moment. I was trying to hold back the tears and we watched Cash, Colby, and Grey sing and give talks for the Primary program. The theme was I am a Child of God, and I loved this song they sang. I want the boys to always feel loved, always pray, always think of Him, never give up, and choose the right... because they are a child of God.

Cash gave his first talk and he did great. He's been telling me for weeks that he would be giving a talk in church. Colby and Grey said their parts together with their class. They all looked so handsome in their Sunday best. Grey smiled and waved to Tiffani during the program. He has the most angelic face.

Grandpa snuck a few pictures, look close and you can see Colby and Grey.

Cash had an interview with his bishop yesterday, he will baptized in a few weeks. I'm proud of Cash, he's a good example to his brothers. 

Colby's birthday week ended with dinner and cake. He did a good job decorating his cake with ninjas.

We had a nice walk together and even felt a few rain drops! Colby asked me to stay for awhile and watch a movie. How could I say no, it was the best feeling to snuggle with them and watch Beauty and the Beast. 

Life is not perfect but it does have perfect moments.

September Equinox 2018, 7:54 PM, Saturday, September 22...

It's the most wonderful time of the year... today is the first day of Autumn, my favorite season. The days are getting shorter and I feel the cooler air when I head off to work in the morning... jacket weather!

It's been a fun two weeks celebrating Cash and Colby's birthdays. 

We went to Cash's flag football game on Thursday. We got to see him score a touchdown, he's fast.

After the game we all went to dinner at Chuck-a-rama, Colby's choice. The boys like the food options, it was a nice night. It was hilarious watching Grahm play with the Jello! As we were leaving a man said to Colby, is it your birthday? ...and then he wished him a Happy Birthday. I'm sure he overheard us talking to Colby about his birthday. The man said, what's that on the floor? He had put a five dollar bill on the floor for Colby. We all thought it was a sweet gesture, a random act kindness.

Colby had a friend birthday party yesterday, so I had the pleasure of playing with the boys before and after the party. It was a beautiful autumn day!

Clean as whistle, goodnight!

Sweet Colby...

Tuesday was the most wonderful day with Colby. He knew right away he wanted to have his birthday lunch at Kneaders. 


We talked about a few options for an activity, then a few minutes later he said, I've decided where I want to go. He chose the Museum of Natural Curiosity. I wasn't all that excited because the last time we went, some of exhibits were closed or in disrepair. I was pleasantly surprised, they have some new exhibits, and I saw the staff walking around with disinfectant cleaning. Colby kept saying, this is fun.

The music rooms were one of new exhibits, Colby loves music and we stayed in this area for a long time.

I like the gardens behind the museum the best. Colby enjoyed feeding the colorful fish. They jumped so high that they splashed us.

Colby took this picture of a very unusual plant. 

Of all the toys he had to choose from, he wanted a soft little puppy. He looked at so many toys but he kept going back to the puppy. He asked me if it would be okay to get the dog. I asked Colby if was sure and he said yes. It was a sweet moment, it once again shows Colby's loving side. One minute he's happy digging for worms but then I see this sweet, tender boy that wanted a soft, cuddly puppy for his birthday. He named his puppy Biscuit. On the way home he said, I wish he had a bed and blanket. So Grandpa got to work and made a bed, while Colby helped me sew a pillow and blanket. He wanted to take to puppy for walk too! Sweet, sweet Colby...

Another memorable birthday date is in the books, I love this tradition and I love Colby Mark Williams! 

 He's just dreamy!