Tuesday, March 27, 2012

MY GREATEST BLESSINGS

Call me GRANDMA!
We enjoyed an evening in a hotel with a swimming pool.

We were there to celebrate our oldest grandsons ordination to the Aaronic Priesthood.
Two adjoining hotel rooms, lots of running, two pizzas and two hours worth of Puss 'n Boots...
and then....
....the sound of SILENCE!

Congratulations Josh!
We are so proud of you!
It was so fun to get together.
Howie with our oldest and youngest son.
We missed the middlest son.
AND a picture of ALL SEVEN GRANDKIDS!
Oh wait....see the bump on the right?
Make that grandbaby #8!
It was a blessed weekend.
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34 comments:

  1. ConnieMarch 27, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    What a bunch of cuties. I'll bet you and your hubby are the BEST grandparents ever, (well, except for me and my hubby, teehee).
    That is a great idea to meet at a hotel with a pool, lots of fun.

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  2. ConnieMarch 27, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    Oh ya, I was first!!!!!!!!! Neener, neener, neener!

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  3. GingerMarch 27, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    So much fun! Every time I read a "Grandma" post it makes me so excited for my next stage! You both look like you fit in the "Cool Grandparents" category. I'm sure if I asked all seven of those kids they would all say YES! :)

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  4. Kristina P.March 27, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    They are all adorable!

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  5. SherrieMarch 27, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    Very nice! Those are some pretty cute grandkids you have. Aren't grandchildren the best! Sounds like a really fun time.

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  6. Julie HarwardMarch 27, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    Oh how fun...these weekends are the best of all. You seem too young to have such grown up sons! Every grand is so cute! ;)

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  7. Queenie JeannieMarch 27, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    7 Grandbabies??? Wow! You're one hot Grandma!!! Hugs!

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  8. Liz MaysMarch 27, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    I look forward to this kind of fun too! Yay for all of yours!

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  9. RenéeMarch 27, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Aaaah, they are all so darling and # 8 is on the way. Congratulations to you and thanks for being such adoring grandparents, creating magical memories and being there for those most important times. I'm so glad to see all the "jewels in your crown".... that's what my grandma called us and I love it!

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  10. YvonneMarch 27, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    What a fun time. Those are the experiences that mean the most. So glad you were able to be there for such a wonderful occasion.

    And congrats on grandbaby #8. Fun, fun, fun.

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  11. UnknownMarch 27, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    So fun! We used to love staying in hotels with our cousins!

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  12. AnonymousMarch 28, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    I enjoyed these photos so much!

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  13. Jenny LynnMarch 28, 2012 at 6:32 AM

    It does sound like a blessed weekend. I can think of no better way to spend time, than with family.

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  14. StitchinByTheLakeMarch 28, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    Such handsome sons - I know you must be proud of them. And 7 grandchildren! You'll catch up with me when this next one is born. :) blessings, marlene

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  15. just call me joMarch 28, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    You are brave--I can barely take care of 3. Such fun memories for you and them.

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  16. lesaMarch 28, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    I'm glad everything went well :)

    next time...call me!

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  17. Ann MarieMarch 28, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    #1 Grandma and Grandpa!!

    Not many grandparents would take on such a task. I applaud you.

    I love your pictures.. but wish we could have seen you in the pool! ;)

    I had no idea your grandsons out number the granddaughters... is the baby bump a girl or boy?

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  18. Furry BottomsMarch 28, 2012 at 9:15 AM

    Oh wow, way to go Josh!!! You have beautiful grandchildren. Stunning!

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  19. Charlotte WilsonMarch 28, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    What a lot of fun you had! They are all so cute.
    I went to the link to "Arronic Priesthood" and there was an awesome video.
    Thanks for sharing!

    ♥charlotte

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  20. Debby@Just BreatheMarch 28, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    Looks like so much fun.
    Blessing beyond measure!

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  21. wendyMarch 28, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    What a great time that must have been. Always hectic, nosiy, and chaotic (at least when I am around my grandkids) BUT...ENJOYABLE and wonderful which make is the Mostest fun ever.
    yup....mostest...
    How come I didn't see you in the pool?????

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  22. KerinMarch 28, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    What a cool reason to get together with all those special people in your life!! Blessings indeed!!

    Love the 'pool' pics.
    Living in the colder parts of the country, it really is a special treat to go for a swim:)

    I've started a new blog (keeping the old one just for the fam.)
    Please come visit me, and follow me... I'm still up to my usual adventures LOL :)
    Click on my name, or find me at
    always fixin never sitting blogspot.
    C-U later :)

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  23. CBMarch 28, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    Tauna hey yo from Florida!!
    You and The How-man are such awesome grandparents!!
    What a fun time and congrats to the oldest grand boy!!!!!

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  24. EmmyMarch 28, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    What a great weekend! So awesome that you were able to be with all of your grandkids. And love how #8 was included in the picture

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  25. " Hit It......."March 29, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    They are darling. I can't believe you had ALL of our grandkids at the same time. I would have been nuts.

    Don't you love being a Grandma. You can have tons of fun with them and not the responsibility of parenting.

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  26. Laura LynnMarch 30, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    Looks like fun! What fun grandparents you are.

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  27. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 30, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    What a great bunch of grandkiddos, I have eight too but ya already know that.

    You have a beautiful family sweetie...one to be most proud of.

    God bless ya and have yourself a fantastic weekend sweetie!!! :o)

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  28. tammyMarch 30, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    Fun! I loved hotel swimming pools when I was a kid. I still like staying in hotels even now. Luvpilot? Not so much.

    Cute grandkiddies!

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  29. ConnieMarch 31, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Nothing better than having family together in a hotel room...or anywhere!
    Congratulations to Josh! It's wonderful to see our children and grandchildren grow in the gospel. (Can you tell I'm listening to Conference?)
    Love you, Tauna.

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  30. VernMarch 31, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    Grandmas really do have all the fun.

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  31. life in red shoesApril 3, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    Nothing beats great family time :)

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  32. HeatherApril 3, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    I loved this post! Your Grandkids are adorable! Looks like you all had a blast! Congrats to Josh for receiving the Priesthood!

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  33. Karen Mello BurtonApril 4, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    What a great event to celebrate! Love seeing photos of your family. :)

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  34. ValerieApril 5, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    Lots of fun and memories!!

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