CABIN FUN!!!
This year we spent the first two weeks of July at our cabin at Windemere Lake in B.C. Instead of kids and grandkids for the entire time, we did our first week with some special friends. Todd and Kathy Christofferson, Greg and MarJane Christofferson and Ray and Brenda Morris were our guests for the first week. The weather wasn't great, but the company was and we had a great time relaxing, visiting, eating and laughing. The second week, Ryan, Nicole and kids came and we surprised the Miller children with a visit from Spencer and Annie Christofferson.. Everything is always more fun when you have cousins to share it with. I have pictures of the events of the two weeks, but they are on my computer in Canada. Maybe I can post them later.
This year we spent the first two weeks of July at our cabin at Windemere Lake in B.C. Instead of kids and grandkids for the entire time, we did our first week with some special friends. Todd and Kathy Christofferson, Greg and MarJane Christofferson and Ray and Brenda Morris were our guests for the first week. The weather wasn't great, but the company was and we had a great time relaxing, visiting, eating and laughing. The second week, Ryan, Nicole and kids came and we surprised the Miller children with a visit from Spencer and Annie Christofferson.. Everything is always more fun when you have cousins to share it with. I have pictures of the events of the two weeks, but they are on my computer in Canada. Maybe I can post them later.
DENVER AND BABY AVERY
I was home from the cabin for just two days when I flew to Utah, celebrated Reece's 2nd (can't believe it) birthday and then Julie and the kids and I drove to Denver to be there for the birth of
Avery Jean on July 20th.
Pretty Baby!It is always such a thrill to welcome a new little grandchild into the family. Julie, MarJane (Adam's mom), Annie, Adam and I were all there when she popped out weighing 8 lbs 8 oz. She is definitely a Christofferson baby, but I think Ry and Nic's Gracie looks alot like her.
Avery Jean
Grace Rylynn
Smitten?
Logan and Avery
Garett and baby sister
Annie saw her born
Back to School and time for the Happy Dance by Mom and Nana
We Welcome Noah Steven on September 7th
A Happy Nana
Marin and Natalie. Cousins and Best Friends!
Ryan and Princess Zippy
Avery Jean Grace RylynnI stayed for 2 1/2 weeks with Don coming the last weekend to meet his new granddaughter. It was love at first sight of course.
Smitten?Needless to say her siblings adore her.
Garett and baby sister Happy Spencer
Annie saw her bornA QUICK TRIP TO UTAH
Such a big boy!
I flew home for two days then was off to Fresno to help Heather who was on bedrest with her pregnancy. She had Josh 6 weeks early and had pre-eclampsia, so they were being very cautious. She had diabetes with this little guy and with Steve traveling so much for work, she needed some help. I arrived on August 7th, but I met Don twice down in Orange County and flew to Utah once to check on our home there. I flew back to Fresno on Sunday night the 6th and it's a good thing, cuz on Labor Day Heather woke up and said we maybe should get ready because she thought she might be in labor. She was still three weeks from her due date and scheduled for a c-section on September 23rd. Off we went to the hospital and sure enough she was having a baby. Because he was breach they delivered him by c-section at 2:17 pm on September 7th. He weighed 7 lbs 5 oz and was 20 inches long. His name is Noah Steven Empey and he is adorable. Again, the Empey babies all look alike when they're born. This little guy looks the most like Brooklynn, but we see both Tyler and Josh in him. A perfect combination. I'll meet Don in Utah for the game this weekend and then I'll be back here for a few more days since her recovery is a bit slower. Then off for other games, a baby blessing in Denver and more adventures. I must say that I have an amazing husband, as I know he HATES being home alone, but hasn't complained. His main concern is for his daughters and these new babies and even though he doesn't say much I know he worries until they arrive safely and moms and babies are healthy. We also celebrated Tyler's 9th birthday on September 11th. His best present was his new baby brother, however.
In the middle of all of this I went to Utah for two days and was there when Brady staryed his very traumatic first day of Big Boy pre-school. Don't let the smiles fool you. It didn't last for long the poor little guy. He has adjusted quickly, however and is doing much better.
Such a big boy!FRESNO, HOT WEATHER, BACK TO SCHOOL AND BABY NOAH STEVEN
I flew home for two days then was off to Fresno to help Heather who was on bedrest with her pregnancy. She had Josh 6 weeks early and had pre-eclampsia, so they were being very cautious. She had diabetes with this little guy and with Steve traveling so much for work, she needed some help. I arrived on August 7th, but I met Don twice down in Orange County and flew to Utah once to check on our home there. I flew back to Fresno on Sunday night the 6th and it's a good thing, cuz on Labor Day Heather woke up and said we maybe should get ready because she thought she might be in labor. She was still three weeks from her due date and scheduled for a c-section on September 23rd. Off we went to the hospital and sure enough she was having a baby. Because he was breach they delivered him by c-section at 2:17 pm on September 7th. He weighed 7 lbs 5 oz and was 20 inches long. His name is Noah Steven Empey and he is adorable. Again, the Empey babies all look alike when they're born. This little guy looks the most like Brooklynn, but we see both Tyler and Josh in him. A perfect combination. I'll meet Don in Utah for the game this weekend and then I'll be back here for a few more days since her recovery is a bit slower. Then off for other games, a baby blessing in Denver and more adventures. I must say that I have an amazing husband, as I know he HATES being home alone, but hasn't complained. His main concern is for his daughters and these new babies and even though he doesn't say much I know he worries until they arrive safely and moms and babies are healthy. We also celebrated Tyler's 9th birthday on September 11th. His best present was his new baby brother, however.
Josh's new bike
Back to School and time for the Happy Dance by Mom and Nana We Welcome Noah Steven on September 7thA Happy NanaMARIN JANAE TURNS EIGHT
On labor day weekend Marin (Ryan's 3rd child) was baptized in Irvine. Her cousin Natalie Brinkerhoff was able to fly with granddad from SLC to surprise Marin. It was really fun to see those two little girls so excited. As you can tell we are big on surprises in our family. Especially when it involves getting cousins together.
Marin and Natalie. Cousins and Best Friends! Ryan and Princess ZippyWell there you have it. I'll be here in Fresno for the next couple of weeks with a trip to a BYU game in between. We are so blessed to have 24 beautiful grandchildren and great kids who are raising them properly. Life is good!! Go Cougars!!!
2 comments:
Way to go on a less than 13 month blog entry - I am impressed! Great fun, great news and great to see and hear about all the things happening in your life!!
That was great! I love all the BYU-GO Cougs throw ins!! A must, yes indeed! Can't wait to see you this weekend!!
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