"Happy Birthday Deeeaar Kendra, Happy Birthday To You!"

Well everyone, I must be getting old. *wink* I didn't think this day would ever come. Kendra is 15, that means I only have one more year of driving her around to all her activities, one more year of telling her she is "too young to like boys", and one more year til she is one of the "older girls" in Young Womans. How fast time flies, and how fast children grow up. As I watch my children growing everyday I remember how important it is to cherish every moment we have together.

Unfortunately this year for Kendra's Birthday we didn't have exactly the perfect conditions for a PARTY! We are in the middle of remodeling the kitchen, repainting the house, and replacing carpet. Not to mention that her Birthday was on a Sunday this year. Katelin wouldn't let her not have a party though. Nick and Katelin heard we were not going to do much of anything Saturday Night and they were off to Walmart getting plastic cups, plates, forks, spoons, cake, and some decorations. They threw together a little party for her Sunday evening with the family, including Cherrys and Grandma.



Make A Wish


Monday Night we all went to Kendra's Favorite restaurant, Tepanyaki for her birthday dinner. It Tasted wonderful and we had a lot of fun. Both Nick and Tyler caught the shrimp, and we found out that Kylee takes after Kendra with her love for shrimp. (Yuck!) haha!


Happy 15th Birthday Kendra!!

We Love America

Last night our family attended the Westridge patriotic program. It was GREAT!

A night full of singing, speakers, and sideshows. Tanner was in the main choir. He had to get up and go practice before school to be in the choir but it was worth it, and he did a wonderful job. Its amazing how children singing, showing their support for America, and their appreciation for their freedom can help us remember that we need to be thankful for what we have. Way to go Tanner, what a show!

This is a flag that Tanners class made for the patriotic program.

Some Things NEVER Change

When Steve was growing up he was blessed to meet the Jensen Family. They helped him out a lot, and taught him essential principles of the gospel. They have always treated him, and us like their own. Its been a lot of fun being able to be part of their family. The kids, (and adults :D) ALWAYS have someone to play with when we get together. Katelin and Kynsie were lucky enough to have 4-5 cousins their own age growing up, they are all best friends.

Fun with the Jensens

This month at our Jensen family Home Evening I couldn't help but think about Kylee growing up and having similar experiences as her sisters did. Being able to find best friends in her family.
Kylee and Bryn
July 2007

Bryn and Kylee
February 2009

Kylee is just about the same age as Melissa's Daughter, Bryn. These pictures were taken about 2 years apart. :) These Pictures are too cute! Even in their young age they are friends. I hope that Kylee will see the need to have good friends, that are good influences on her as she grows up, so far it looks like she is making good choices. :)