Sunday, May 8, 2022

Mother's Day 2022...

“To all mothers in every circumstance, including those who struggle—and all will—I say, ‘Be peaceful. Believe in God and yourself. You are doing better than you think you are. In fact, you are saviors on Mount Zion, and like the Master you follow, your love ‘never faileth.’ I can pay no higher tribute to anyone.”

Behold Thy Mother | Elder Jeffrey R. Holland 
October 2015

I'm grateful every day that I was blessed to be Christopher and Mark's mother. I love them more than they will ever know. 

I was happy that Chris called from the Philippines to wish me a Happy Mother's Day. He's adjusting to the heat and enjoying some of his favorite foods!




Mark made a delicious meal today with some of my favorites... shrimp, onion rings, and he cooked a savory brisket with his new fancy smoker! Thank you for all your efforts Mark.


When Cash, Colby, Grey, and Grahm came over on Friday they made Tiffani some flowers and cards. They really love their mom. Tiffani is tireless in teaching and loving her boys. I know if takes so much effort and patience. She is a wonderful mother and we love her.












I think Tiffani likes her new Mother's Day dress!



Grey showing Grandpa something he made in the sandbox.


Colby came over yesterday to make a dessert for Tiffani. The oven malfunctioned so it ruined the cake. I was so proud of Colby, he handled the disappointment with grace and was not even upset. He told me it was okay. We problem solved and bought a yummy cake at Meier's, somebody make the cake! 



Grandpa made his famous strawberry ice cream so all was well.



Nap time for Jack and Mark!



Thanks for a wonderful day everyone!

Saturday, May 7, 2022

Bench pictures...

Cash, Colby, Grey, and Grahm will not all fit on the bench much longer. There are so sweet to let me take a bench picture every few months or so. I try to wait about 5 or 6 months to take new pictures but its difficult, because they are growing up way too fast. 

I cherish the moments we have together. I love them deeply. 







Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Walks with Jack...


I enjoyed taking Jack for a walk a few times this week. He's obedient and lots of fun. He has learned a few tricks and has a thing for pinecones!



Jack also like checking out the Fish Park playground. 

That green boy scared Jack, he moved as far away as he could!



Jack was happy his brothers were home from the Property!

Monday, May 2, 2022

God's peace...



Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 
Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

~ Philippians 4:6-7 NLT

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

~ Philippians 4:6-7 KJV

Sunday, May 1, 2022

Adventures in the Philippines... 2017-2022


This past week I was with Christopher helping him pack up and get ready for a return trip to the Philippines.




It was wonderful having him home for over a year. 


I will miss our walks up the canyon and all the delicious meals he makes for us. I will miss his energy and that special spark that I need sometimes. 

Much thanks to Tim, Mark, and some of Christopher's friends for the help with the move.




He's excited to return and work on some projects. I wish Chris much success and happiness. Be good to my son Philippines, or else.

Philippines timeline...

Home - February 2021



May 2020


January 2019 - Happy New Year!


December 2018 - Merry Christmas Chris


November 2018... Still there


June 2018


December 2017 - Another Christmas in paradise...




October 2017 - Home again!




July 2017

Chris seems to have really enjoyed his sabbatical in the Philippines! Just one more week, and he will back in the USA.



June 2017

The first time Chris went to the Philippines he was checking out some business opportunities with his friend Stewart. 

7,346 miles... Distance from Highland to Manila

Well, Christopher is off on another adventure, this time to the Philippines.

 

Lots of people!


What? Tony Roma's in Manila!


A little hot and humid!

Thursday, April 28, 2022

ThrowBack Thursday ~ The two G's...

 Grey and Grahm, just adorable!