Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Marley Girl Is So Big!




ATTENTION TO ALL INTERESTED...
MARLEY KALIA REICH
IS NOW SLEEPING IN A BIG GIRL BED!

Marley Girl...Granny & Grandpa are so proud of you!
You're growing up so fast!
WE MISS & LOVE YOU!!!



Friday, April 23, 2010

My Friend - My Sister - My Beacon


Barbie & Estee
April 2010 - Fairview, Texas

Ye are the light of the world.
-
MATTHEW 5:14

"No man or woman proceeds alone.
All of us are largely the products of the lives which touch upon our lives."
-
PRESIDENT GORDON B. HINCKLEY

Since our paths crossed in August 1996 - Plano, Texas,
Barbara Crofts has been my dearest friend, my sister in spirit and my personal "Beacon of Light."
She is one of courage, enlightenment, inspiration, moral strength and loyalty.
She gives sound advice, she makes me laugh and she loves unconditionally.
She is my "Rock" and I adore this fantastic woman!

As Sisters In Zion
"They did walk uprightly before God, imparting to one another both
temporally and spiritually according to their needs and wants."
-
MOSIAH 18:29

"We must cherish one another, watch over one another,
and gain instruction that we may all sit down in heaven together."

-LUCY MACK SMITH

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Home Remodel




We purchased our home back in 2000, when our family moved back to Utah, and I did some immediate wallpaper stripping, painting and window coverings just to make our house feel like "Home." This year, we took the plunge and decided to invest some real money into updating our home. I wish I had taken loads of before/after photos, but I rarely think about it until the job is complete. The 1st job was to replace 3 furnaces and 2 air conditioning units...some $13, 000.00 later...and all I can say is "Done!" Next on the list was new carpeting for the 2nd story level and the main floor offices & family room..."Love it!" Now, we're tackling the hardwood flooring in the formal living, entry, hallways and dining room. We didn't want a long term displacement of furniture so we decided to take 2 1/2 days to prep for the hardwood to be laid. When removing the tile, we discovered that it had been laid on 3 inches of concrete and mesh wiring. It has been physically taxing on my husband to do the job and is taking much longer than anticipated. We've pushed back installment for a full week and will probably take every bit of that time to have the prep work complete.

Discouraging? Some...but I have "vision" and can see the end result and it is going to be really beautiful when our home remodel is complete! There will be some painting, some furniture makeovers, kitchen/laundry cabinet makeover & new hardware, new lighting, master bedding replacement and lots of little details all on a shoestring budget. Then comes the home exterior! We've been in our home for 10 years, having done very little, and sacrificed to make this dream a reality...Okay, I confess that it is more "my dream" rather than my Sweetheart's, but he is patient, kind and I thank him with all my heart!

Finally...a little investing to alter a house into "Our Home!"

Thursday, April 15, 2010

The Crofts & Italy


On the tail end of our Texas trip, Doug & I were able to visit some very treasured friends,
Steve & Barbie Crofts.
Barbie & I were destined to be forever sisters - Born to different families...
But very blessed to have our paths crossed in our mortal journey. How I adore her!

Tonight we dined at Brio Tuscan Grille with Steve, Barbie & Brandon and enjoyed a fabulous evening of wonderful Italian cuisine and great conversation. Thanks for making time for us!
And a very big THANK YOU to my sweetheart, Doug, for making all of this a reality!
I LOVE YOU, DOUG!

Visit To Texas


Our Former Home - Plano, Texas
3131 Royal Crest Lane

Doug had business this week in Austin, Texas. He finished early so we drove up to Dallas so that I could see my big sister, Barbie. Though our time is very limited, we had to go see our former home. Landscape has grown vastly, but not much else has changed. So many, many wonderful memories of Plano! When asked why I loved Texas so much...I would have to say that it's the people...Some of the warmest most loving people in the world! What a fantastic season of life it was! I thought I'd live and die in this blessed state!
Truth is, I love being near my children & grandchildren more!

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

2010 - And Still In Love




Doug & Esther Cahoon
29 Years And Still In Love...

Love Isn't About Finding The "Perfect" One...
It's About Loving More "Perfectly" The One We've Found

I Love You, Doug!
Thanks For The Greatest Adventure!

Marley's Blessing Day


Zachary Douglas Reich & Marley Kalia Reich
Blessing Day - March 28, 2010

It Was A Joyful Day, Shared By Family And Friends!
Thanks To All!

Joseph & Emily's Wedding Celebration...





More Photos Of The Happy
Bride & Groom

Joseph & Emily Cahoon
March 25, 2010

Nanny Girl's Expecting




Our Nanny Girl Is Expecting Baby #2
Due July 24, 2010
It's A Boy!

We Can Hardly Wait For Our 4th Grandchild!

Our Grandkids - Little Ones Loved & Adored





Put A Camera In Front Of My Nicole
And Here Is What She Sees...

Oh How Granny & Grandpa
Love & Adore Their Beautiful Grandchildren:
Ella Mae Zern, Boston Douglas Reich & Marley Kalia Reich
March - April 2010

Reich Family's Visit To Utah - March 2010




The Nicole & Zachary Reich Family
Utah Visit - March 2010

What a wonderful surprise it was...
...Even if I did get mad at Doug for not telling me!

We loved having the kids & grandchildren in our home
and really appreciate the many sacrifices made for their Utah visit...
Thank You, Nicole & Zach!

It was the BEST SURPRISE!
Thanks for the memories...We Love Y'all Bunches!

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Easter Egg Dyeing

There is a grand tradition in our home that is a favorite among the kids...The Easter Egg Dyeing. Most of us hate boiled eggs, deviled eggs or egg salad sandwiches but there is something about dyeing eggs that makes it worth the smell. This year, we were blessed to have all of our grandchildren in town for the big event. Here is our Ella Mae Zern and Boston Douglas Reich hard at work creating the perfect colors of Easter.

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Newlyweds Are Home



The Newlyweds are home from their Honeymoon and posted some of the Wedding Photos on FB. They are so fantastic that it was difficult to choose a favorite one! Here is a sampling...