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THERE ARE DAYS....

.....and then there are days.

This last year has been filled with days. 

Of joy. 

And gut wrenching heartache. 

And endurance. 

And joy. 

Today was a day of joy. 

All of my grandchildren. 

11 of them. 

Nick and Lynsey's

Lexi 8

Matt and Tara's

Josh 16

Jaren 14

Justin 11

Jessica 10

Nate and Sara's

Krew 9

Kendrix 7

Locklyn 1

Leighton 3 months

Cameron and Guen's

Teddy 3

Timmy 8 months

My heart is filled. 

We gathered for a blessing of Leighton who made her entrance 2 months early. 

But today she thrives. 

And cousins became fast friends.

And this week we are babysitting for parents who need some help and a break.

Krew     Kendrix   Lexi

They didn't last long in the car ride home.

 

Tomorrow two more come.

I think Uncle Matt is pretty taken by this girl. 

My kids have grown into wonderful humans.  

And I'm proud of them everyday.

Today was a best day. 

A day of joy.  

AMAZING

In all of our imperfections and craziness

We are still family. 

Uncle Matt getting acquainted with his two nieces. (The Irish Twins)

Lexi being surprised by Sophie. 

Cute grandsons. 

This one is almost 16!!!!!

And this little leprechaun turns 10 on St Patrick's Day. 

These two watching the tribute DVD of mom's life. 

Great grandchildren singing at the funeral. 

Here are a lot of us. 

We aren't perfect. 

But we are family. 

Such a legacy to a sweet matriarch. 

FAMILIES ARE FOREVER

We buried a great lady yesterday.

Howie's mother who was nearly 96 years old. 

She had been alone for 36 years after her husband died. 

She found joy in her family and in service to those around her. 

She had a sharp mind until her death. 

It is hard to mourn, she was so ready to be reunited with her husband. 

We will miss her. 

But we know we will see her again. 

IT'S A BLUR SOMETIMES

Time flies and I sometimes would like a return ticket. 

How is it that I am busier than I ever was with 5 small humans running around the house demanding food and clean clothes?

Somehow I am. 

But things are good with this one. 

She's been home for about 2 weeks. 

Her due date is next week. 

And getting lots of loves. 

Oh these two.....

They are gonna keep mom and dad on their toes. 

I'm thankful all is well. 

We have gotten to enjoy some time with these darlings. 

Oh those cheeks!!!

I'm missing my Utah grands though. 

And this monkey. 

Time flies. 

Wow. 

How did I end with with 11 grandkids?

And then there is this. 

Winter. 

That isn't flying quite so fast. 

WHAT A WEEK!

It's been a busy week. 

Leighton has had a few ups and downs. 

She lost about a pound. 

She was intubated for several days. 

But the days have been seeing positive blessings happen.

She is a sweet little thing. 

And has stolen our hearts. 

Tonight my son sent this picture. 

Do I see a little double chin?

WAIT! Not yet!!!

I received a phone call from Nate yesterday. 

Sara was having contractions. 

Wait! Not yet. 

Not due till February 10!

Then he called an hour later. 

Baby in distress and labor not stopping. 

They are doing a stat C-section. 

My son sounded so alone. My heart was breaking. 

A short time later...

The little warrior princess was born 

Initially she was breathing with a little

Bi-pap. 

During the night she had to be intubated. 

They did a couple of doses of surfactant. 

Grandpa and I decided to brave the horrible roads and drive the 4 hours to be there for a moment with our son and other grands. 

Beside it was Kendrix's birthday. 

We stole the two boys to stay with us in the hotel. 

That was fun. 

Then this morning got to see the little warrior princess. 

Princess Leighton Zella Egan. 

Fight on baby girl. 

Fight on. 

'TIS THE SEASON

Time for moments staring at the tree. 

Time for dipping the chocolates. 

I'm not quite done yet. 

Added a new treat to the arsenal. 

Salted caramels. 

It's a lot of work. 

I'll go back to staring at the tree.