Cousins

One good thing about funerals is the opportunity to reunite families. And with us living on opposite coasts it was a real treat to get together with our Tate and Bruffy cousins. Thanks to Timmy who found us a hotel that was close and convenient, and to the wonderful hosptality we got from Robin and Michelle, and Kathy, as well as our cousins Tommy, Irene and Debbie.

Aunt Judy's passing

Sadly my aunt Judy passed awayThursday Aug 10th, 2006. I have such incredible memories of summers spent at her home in Richmond Virginia. She always knew exactly (whatever my age) what would appeal to me, whether it was books or crafts, etc. And she provided these to keep us entertained while the adults did their thing. I think I was heavily influenced by her love of her pets, and all the strange nicknames she had for them.

My uncle Tom and she, always had such a loving relationship. They are always paired together in my mind. Now she can be with her beloved, who passed away in 1994.

Girl's Camp

Ok you don't have to twist my arm to tell you how much I despise camping! It's just not my thing. I love being in the outdoors, I love solitude, but please don't take away a nice bed and a hot shower. Is that too much to ask??? Well for over 4 years I have made the sacrifice, took the ribbing, and bit the bullet to attend Girl's Camp with the Stake Young Women. For our last year it was only Janet and I, and we came through with flying colors. It was a great way to finish off my camping experience!

We worked with some incredible girls this year, and that made it a joy going into. Susan was the best camp director ever and so it was mostly smooth sailing! Wooohoooo! All done!

Best Friend's Wedding2

Here are the rest of the pics!

Best Friends Wedding

So hard to believe that Ashley is all grown up but that's the reality. Lucky for us she allowed the Boyer's to share in her joy by hosting the reception in their backyard! Pictures of the bride are at her BLOG, I have included the bridesmaid pics and the food and decorating. It was all so beautiful. Way to go Ashley and Phil.