Our Family

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Gilbert Temple open house

This is a very exciting time to live in Gilbert Arizona. January 18- Feb 16, 2014 we had a open house for the public to see the beautiful temple. We got the kids out of school for the event. I was a tour guide and volunteer on Wednesday and Friday mornings. It was a great blessing! I loved being there during the week and sharing my love for our Savior. I met so many wonderful people every day. That was my favorite part. In the short 40 minute tour, I made friends with so many people. Some of the older ladies would hug and kiss my cheeks. It was such a great experience!

I love how this big brother is so wonderful and kind to his sisters. What a blessing to have a family.

I love my family!

James 17, Annie 11, Hannah 7

I love to see the Temple, I'm going there someday!

The Big release!

After 5 years serving as Bishop of the Chaparral ward, Grant was released. He was not happy about it. It was really hard. It had become his life. Now what is he going to do with his time? He misses his friends! This Bishopric was so much fun! These men knew how to serve the Lord but doing it with lots of laughs and lots of joking around. It has been a few weeks and Grant really misses his friends. ALOT!

Jack Harris, Tosh Black, Darin Nielsen, Grant Coon, and Zac Olson

Grandpa Dayley birthday

Crazy! My dad turned 70 years old. To celebrate the big day we met at their house for a BBQ lunch and then went to the park to play a competitive game of kick ball. All these teenage boys, it gets pretty intense. All in good fun though. Everyone was at the party, except our Hermana Coon who is serving her mission in Uruguay. So proud of that girl!

If there is a tree... Annie is climbing it!

Oldest to youngest: Katie Coon (on mission), Jacob Dayley, James Coon, Colton Dayley, Braden Shumway, Chandler and Dawson Dayley, Tate Dayley, Carson Shumway, Annie Coon, Lila Shumway, Gage Dayley, Morgan Dayley, Sam Shumway, Porter Dayley and Hannah Coon.

After the kick ball game they boys played a football game.

Happy Birthday Dad! You have always been such a kind, loving father. I was just thinking about you and remembering how good you were at bringing home gifts. You always shopped for Mom's dresses. There was a dress store in the Tri -City Mall. You bought Jen and I dresses there too. At Christmas you would go to Dillards and buy 3 large makeup boxes, full of makeup. It was a thoughtful gift. One that I loved! I love you Dad!

Thursday, February 6, 2014

family fun in the back yard

Saturday, January 11, 2014

It's my babies 7th birthday!

Hannah made our family complete! She was such a fun baby! The 3 kids adored their new baby sister.

Katie held Annie first, so James got to hold Hannah first. I love how Katie is kissing Hannahs head but has her arm around Annie!

Hannah was a chunky baby! She was just a butterball.

I loved this little dress on her. She is a sweetheart!

I love my children.

This is my all time favorite picture!

Hannah is our little blonde!

Seven things Hannah is good at:

1. She is great at ballet. She has always pointed her toes and walked on them.

2. She is a natural leader.

3. Hannah is very consistent. She loves doing things right, perfect.

4. She has lots of friends

5. Hannah has always given such beautiful prayers.

6. Hannah is very mature for her age. She has an extensive vocabulary.

7. She is very smart! She loves school.

Even though Hannah is the youngest in our family, she stands up for herself. We all know how Hannah feels. She knows how to express herself. Hannah is very pretty with that blonde hair. We love you Hannah. Our family would be very dull without your spunky personality. You keep life exciting and fun!

Happy Birthday my sweet girl. You make your mother happy!

Thursday, January 2, 2014

New Blog, New Year!

This is our New Year's tradition, going to the desert to enjoy the beautiful weather, have a trail gate picnic and ride our motorcycles and ranger.

James took all the girls on the ranger!

James didn't have sunglasses so he borrowed mine. He thinks he is looking good!

Grandpa Coon, Rob and Brigham

James is injured so he wasn't able to ride his motorcycle. James foot/ankle is all swollen and black and blue. He had an accident on the stairs. CRAZY!