We are grandparents again.....

We would like to introduce to you the newest member of our family.

Master Pierce Dennis Dwyer.  He presented himself on June 27th, and weighed in at 7pounds 3ounces, and 20 inches tall.  Isn't he handsome?

Congratulations to Clay and Shyla for the new addition to their loving family.  May God bless you with wisdom and love as you raise Pierce in the Lord.
We love you!!!

Happy Mother's Day...

Tomorrow is Mother's Day.  I know that many believe that this is just a holiday intended to boost the sales of cards and flowers.  I hope you don't feel that way. 

Each of us has a mother, obviously, but not all of us have had a mom.  Biology makes a mother, love makes a mom.  I happened to have a loving, lively mom.  I don't know anyone who was a harder worker.  Not only did she work full time as a school cook (back when they actually cooked in the schools), but she cooked at home, swept, mopped, did laundry and lawn work, and anything else that needed to be done.  She was always the first one awake in the morning and the last to go to bed at night.  She, along with my dad, raised eleven children - most during the depression.  They lived through the loss of one infant, and mom lived through the loss of dad.  She was a strong lady.

One of my favorite memories of my mom was her love of fishing.  To go fishing was such a thrill for her - she LOVED it.  I always got a kick out of her when she caught a fish.  It was almost as if every time was her first time.  After I was married and living in Montana, she would come and visit and we would take her fishing - either to the ponds in Three Forks or on one of the streams in the area.  She was thrilled every single time she caught a fish.  It was such fun to watch.

One funny story about my mom was one Sunday I had a couple of friends over after church for dinner.  We were sitting around in the kitchen while mom was putting the final touches on dinner.  I noticed her searching in drawers, cabinets and everywhere else earnestly looking for something.  I said, "Mom what in the world are you looking for?"  She said, "I can't find my meat fork anywhere."  I told her she needed to look in her left hand.  There it was.  It had been in her hand all along.  We all had a real laugh over that one.

My other favorite memory of my mother was seeing her sitting in "her chair" reading her Bible.  In some ways I regret that we buried it with her.  I would love to have it today.

My mom has been gone since 2003, and I think of her every single day.  I know where she is and that I will see her again one day.  Some days I feel like she is watching over me.

This past year we also lost Bruce's mom, Sue.  Sue and my mom were very different, but so similar too.  Sue left a great legacy of love for her entire family and many, many friends.  I know that her children and all her grandchildren miss her sorely. 

I know that my mom knew I loved her and though I miss her, I don't feel like anything was missing between us.  The same goes for Sue.  On this mother's day, don't leave anything left unsaid.  Tell your mother you love her and cherish her - she won't always be there.

34 years and counting...

Today is our 34th anniversary.  In these "modern" times, that is quite an accomplishment.  The days have flown by.  Bruce has always been a wonderful provider, a loving husband and a great dad.  Here's to the next 34+!!

I love you!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHYLA...

Once again, I am late!!!


Last Thursday was Shyla's birthday, and I am remiss by not posting this earlier.


Shyla, we love you and are so proud of you. You have become such a beautiful, talented woman.

Have many more wonderful birthdays, babe.

We love you!!!!!!!

Three Little Girls...

We went to Idaho this past weekend and visited Jim, Alyson, Lily, Grace and baby Clementine. We had a great time.

Lily's birthday is tomorrow and we aren't able to be there for that, so Geezer and I took her and Grace to the mall to Build A Bear. We allowed Lily to build a bear for her birthday and Grace got one "just cuz". After the bears were done, we let the girls play in the play area and in the riding toys.



Not to diminish the importance of the other members of the family, Clementine was the main focus of our visit. She was 9 days old when we got to see her for the first time. She is just as beautiful as Lily and Grace!!!

Clementine seemed very alert for such a little one.

Look at those kissable cheeks!!!

Lily loved holding her new baby sister!

Clementine loves her Geezer!

The weather was good enough on Friday to head to the park. Grace loved the slide.
Our nephew, Landon, stopped by on his way back to college and got to hold Clementine. He thought he was awkward, but he looks like a natural.

Lily helped Geezer with my Kindle, and Grace rocked Geezer to sleep.


Even though we have no photographic evidence to prove it, Jim and Alyson WERE there this weekend.
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and can't wait to spend time again.

Tomorrow is Lily's fourth birthday. I can't believe she is four already. She is an adorable, sweet little girl. Happy Birthday Lily!!!

Gramby & Geezer again...

Yes, we are the proud grandparents of another beautiful baby girl!!!
Miss Clementine Sue Ellen Klein graced us with her presence this morning. She weighed in at a petite 9 pounds 6 ounces, and is 21 1/2 inches tall. Both parents and big sisters are doing fine.
So without further ado, here she is - Miss Clementine!!!

Breathtaking...

I know I am plagiarizing, but I saw this picture on Cakewrecks and just HAD to share it. It absolutely took my breath away. I cannot believe this a actually a cake. I'm talking about some seriously MAD SKILLS here!!!

I can't imagine ruining this masterpiece by eating it!!!