Tayor's graduation from 4th Grade

Taylor received the Second highest award given at her school, the Golden Paw. She graduated with A-B Honor roll, G.A.T.E., and Student council awards. We are so very proud of her. Sandi was able to attend the ceremony. I had other commitments but would have loved to be there. She is truly a wonderful little girl. We put all of her awards up on the walls in her room. We might need to get her a bigger room. Love to brag sometimes!

Memorial Day Weekend

Taylor, Sandi and Rip Tide von Blitz figuring out a way to stay warm at Paragonah reservoir.

IHOP Cedar City, Utah

Marshmallow Time!

Navajo Lake (Still a ton of Snow and probably too cold for the fish to bite!)

Taylor keep showing us how her dead minnow did tricks like rollover, and jump etc!

We were able to go up to the Utah property with Uncle Richard and Andy this Memorial Day weekend. We went to Navajo lake, Panquitch lake and Paragonah reservoir. Sandi was the only one who caught anything. She threw it back in. Guess we needed worms and brought everything but worms. We were able to cram in a ton of fun in just a few days. I was tired most of the time and party pooped out around the marshmallow fire late at night but it's been a busy past few months. We went to Mammoth lake, Cedar breaks, and saw some of the most beautiful real estate you can imagine. A lot of driving this time. One lake had too much wind, one lake had to much snow and one lake had too many bugs. None were just right. We hit our usual eating places and even picked up Dairy Queen in Cedar City. I got to grill some hamburgers for everyone including Richards dog, "Rip Tide Von Blitz" . Richard and his wife Lori raise the big size poodles and sale them for hunting dogs. Blitz was fun and always out of control. At one point, Blitz (who didn't really know me that well) and I got into a stand off, until he saw my Gun that is, then Richard had to tell him I was really the "Sundance Kid" and he backed down. It was a great weekend. On my way home I got a bit sentimental and asked Sandi to take a video of my favorite mountainside between Cedar and St. George. Every time I pass it, it reminds me of wonderful memories with many loved one's past and present. Lot's of fun, ceremonies and getting to put up my Flags, (U.S. and Marine Corps) was nice and was good to be able to be apart of all the Memorial Day remembrances. We over ate as usual. Sandi and I had fun fishing while Taylor just amused us with the (deceased Minnow) she found. It was a great fun trip.

Taylor's Birthday party!

Hawaiian Theme for Tay's Birthday party!

Uncle Brad who usually does his "Chef Brad" duties, took over life guarding today!

The wind made things a bit hard to grill but all worked out well!

One two three,

JUMP!!!!!

Lauren and Rex relaxing!

Cake time!

Opening presents!

We had a huge turnout for Taylor's 10th Birthday party. The day was warm and windy but everyone had a blast. Ton's of food left over, everyone left tired and fulfilled. Taylor was given many exciting gifts. She was able to spend hours and hours with all her friends. Thank you all for making this a special day. Thank you for waiting a few weeks so that I could be a part of it!

Thanks Uncle Brad for your lifeguard duties while I handled the BBQing. Sorry I got a little tired. It's been a long four months. Must have got a bug I haven't gotten rid of yet! Lori, thank you for showing up on such short notice. Taylor l0ved the gifts from you and everyone!

We had a great time!

YouTube - Taylor's10party#1

YouTube - Taylor's10poolparty#2

YouTube - Taylor's10poolparty#3

YouTube - Taylor's10poolparty#4

YouTube - Taylor's10poolparty#5

YouTube - Taylor's10poolparty#6

All fixed brand new!

4th Grade Honors!

Among many other awards, Taylor received these two. Again making the A-B Honor rolls, Al and I are proud of her efforts in G.A.T.E., Student Council, Piano and many other endeavours.
Taylor will be going into the Fifth Grade next year. We are so looking forward to this summer, swimming, fishing and enjoying the Utah property, Navajo Lake, Panguich lake and Brian Head and the many trips to Salt Lake City!
By- Sandi Lane

School Science Fair

Taylor was able to demonstrate her Science project to other students while we were there. She always draws a crowd where ever she is. Student Council, G.A.T.E. , or room monitor. We so enjoy her spirit of competition and desire to learn and teach others. She takes after her father in that way.

YouTube - M2U00089.MPG

YouTube - Taylor's science project

Taylor's Piano Recital

Instructor Maria prepares the Students for the recital.

Rex and Lauren, your the best and we love you so much!

Mirana, Taylor's best friend and her Mom Cecil attended the recital.

Taylor attended her first piano recital and played two songs. We are so proud of her. The Chapel was filled with family and friends. Thank you all for coming and then coming to our home and enjoying cake and good friendships. We miss you Chris. Come home from the Hospital soon!

Love,

Sandi

YouTube - Taylor's recital #1 song

YouTube - Taylor's Recital piece #2

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Henderson, "Art Festival"

Al's mother has been in the Hospital for about a week. Interestingly, Al's mothers sister was admitted to the same hospital only a few rooms apart from each other. Fortunately they are both well. We visited all week and even took the staff lot's of Krispy Creme donuts. Saturday after visitations we went up to Water Street in Henderson where Al was raised and walked up an down the whole street looking at booths and Art displays. We stopped at the 7-11 for a Slurpee.
Yummy. We got our pictures taken with the Star Wars crew. As usual we ran into people Al knew. Seems like we cannot go anywhere without running into people we know!
We had a fun day even though it was hot and windy.

"Savior of the World"

My Mother in Laws Bishopric's first councilor on the Left! Bro. Caulkin!~

Each year, several LDS Stakes join together and produce a renowned play called "Savior of the World". This is the second time we have gone. We took Al's mother this year and was given front row V.I.P. tickets by Al's sister Linda! Taylor loved going and Chris enjoyed it immensely.

The play was performed at the Green Valley indoor Pavilion. Not bad for cell phone pic's!