Great Family Times

We have had some wonderful times together as a family this fall. In November Kerry and I flew out to Utah to spend Thanksgiving with our family and especially to meet our new granddaughter Olivia Miles. As you can see she is an adorable little girl and we are excited to welcome her to our family.

We had the opportunity to have a 4 generation photo taken (John, Jonathan, Kerry, and Olivia). We think Olivia is a beautiful little girl, in fact Kerry keeps saying that and he can't get over how pretty she is. Here she is in her tutu. She is a budding ballerina and will follow in her cousin's footsteps. We have to introduce her to Angelina Ballerina now.

While we were there I was invited to have a Thanksgiving dinner with Jonathan and Janilee. That made my Thanksgiving day wonderful. I couldn't get over the delicious sweet potatoes that Janilee made. Maybe someday she will send me the recipe when she is not changing diapers, feeding, washing, and being a busy first time Mom.

I was so grateful for the hospitality I received while I was there. Especially when Jonathan got me tickets to see the Utah Symphony Messiah performed. I sang along in my off key voice with gusto. Kent and Jenessa went with me. They don't know the music yet so were there to just listen. We had almost front row seats (the 4th row) in the huge hall. It was packed. I told Kerry this morning that I want to go next year. He balked at the crowded airports, but for me it was worth the trip.

Of course I can't forget to tell you about the quilt I made for Olivia. The design was based on the fabrics in her designer nursery. What else could I do than use the French Toile background and find some beautiful pinks and greens to go with it. The bunnies are in honor of Jonathan whose great-grandmother Derrick gave him a bunny quilt that she made for him when he was born. I think of bunnies when I think of Jonathan's birth.

Oh, and last of all but not least important I would like to congratulate Jonathan on his promotion to Vice President of the Utah Symphony and Opera. Way to go Jonathan. We are proud of your efforts and love you.