Well, we have come to the 21st century and now we’re ready for a BLOG site. So here it goes from our family to yours. We are currently working on the kinks on this so we refer to our tech support often (Zjani). We thought this way you can check on us during the year to see what we are up to and see recent photos of us all. These days, it’s hard to get everyone together at the same time.
Tim and Dawn: We had the chance to go to Disneyland for Spring Break and then Knott’s Berry Farm. We had the chance to see the Angels and Cubs play baseball this year. We went to Chicago for a few days to spend time with Shea. We walked the city and saw lots of sites. It was on the week end that had rain and was cold. We were able to have Tim’s sister Gina be our tour guide for a couple days. That helped so much and was able to see her also. We’ve been making more trips to see Elisha/Jason’s little boy Harrison. He is so cute and he loves the attention. We were so sad to have our grandson Levi leave so soon after his birth. We were still numb from having Savanna go and then have her brother join her. One day we’ll find out what the plan in this is but right now we have to face forward and try to keep the tears that fall from soaking us. Tim is still working for Sun Products. We appreciate him having a job and it gives Dawn the opportunity in staying home to go and do for the kids when needed. Dawn was able to go and see her sister in Holland and see her new nephew. It had been the coldest in 15 years and they were skating on the canals. What a great site. We just got back from seeing her sister’s family in New Mexico. Everybody’s family is growing and moving on in their lives.
Elisha & Jason: They have had a great year. Their first baby was born May 25. He weighed 10 lbs and a week late. Harrison August is an “absolute joy” -his mother states. He has already grown 2 teeth and makes everyone happier by smiling, laughing, and kissing. He has even picked up some sign language. They are in St. George with Jason and Elisha still attending Dixie State College and working. They’ve enjoyed family trips this year, especially visiting Shea in November in Georgia.
Zjani & Jer: We have definitely had our fair share of hard times this past year. We were excited to be expecting baby #2. Our little Levi was born February 7. He was premature and returned to heaven shortly after his birth. We found ourselves having to say goodbye only 9 months after we had to say goodbye to our little Savanna. We know our little angels watch over us. We miss them and think about them every day. We feel so blessed to have so much love and support from our family and friends…some days that is all that gets us through the day. It is definitely during the hard times in life that you know who your true family and friends are. We are expecting a baby boy in March. It is exciting for us and terrifying at the same time. Zjani had to quit her job at the surgery center to be put on bed rest for 5 months. She has been on bed rest since October and is keeping busy ---Christmas cards were ready to be mailed out in October! Jer is still working for Brinks and loves his job. He keeps busy going out fishing or finding someone to talk about guns with! We sold our condo in the fall and moved in with Zjani’s parents in Kaysville for a while. It worked out good with Zjani being on bed rest. They do so much for us and we are so grateful for their help.
Shea:. He still is in the army and living outside of Savannah, Georgia. He has a dog named Sadie that keeps him company. He came home for Christmas last year and then he came for Levi’s funeral. It was good to have him here. He nearly froze to death in Chicago with us. He’s not use to the cold and it took him a few days to thaw out. Plus his parents about wore him out with all the walking.
Now you’ve heard what we’ve been up to and caught up to speed. We wish you all a Merry Christmas. Keep checking on this site during the next year and drop us a note whenever you feel inspired. Love, Dawn, Tim
Gino's Pizza in Chicago w/Tim's sister Gina
