TIME FLIES

I am having a hard time coping with the fact that April is almost over. I can't believe how quickly time passes. I was remembering the baby years of Carson and Kelton today and couldn't believe how grown up they are. Cooper has just had his 2 month birthday. Wow, it just seems like yesterday we were excited to find out we were having another bundle of joy.

Today I had a few moments to meditate. For some reason, I felt very close to grandpa Ward today as if he were here checking in on us making sure we were all doing fine.

Grandpa Bob we still feel your presence

I went to visit Griffin at the studio today with the boys. They love going over there to listen to their Uncle Griff. They think he is the coolest when he shows them all of his amazing music and beats. They say "HE ROCKS." I have to agree with them on that comment....he truly does rock! While we were there Uncle Barry's name kept coming up and you just know he is also looking down saying good job Griff. It was like he was there in the room with us. Kelton was saying how much he would have loved hearing Uncle Barry play the drums. Someday Kelton .....you will get the chance.Kelton has been kicked out of the house with his drum set.....now he puts on a show for everyone who drives by. He is quite the entertainer.

We went to check on Uncle Tyler today because it was his homecoming. He came home from the hospital today. We didn't get a chance to say hello because he was zonked out on the couch. He gets tired quite easily still. He will get all of his strength back soon....because he is tough as nails. I think his story is a miracle story. All of the top doctors in the world don't have a for sure diagnosis. Where did those 2 large tumors go? I think God is watching over him.

Brian has been up at the house everyday this week trying to get things done so we can move. We will be moving in about 3 weeks. Brian has also entered into a new realm of life. He can no longer make fun of the college kids on campus because he is one....hee, hee, hee. He is taking a night class twice a week for 3 hours on machining. He truly enjoys it. Busy guy.....we are so proud of him and all of his hard work.

Today was a wonderful day. I was able to spend time today being greatful for all that I have. I truly am so greatful at this time for every ounce of blessings that I have in my life. Days will go by when it is so easy to complain about how difficult life is or challenging our trials are, but today I am thankful for my life.

NOT QUITE SURE

Update on Tyler's condition
Today I called and talked to

OFF TO UTAH

WHITY MADE IT POSSIBLE FOR TY TO GO TO UTAH
..........THANKS!

Tyler, Nic, and mom are off to LDS hospital today. They will be having another MRI done and so far the doctor is very promising. I have been hanging out at home talking on the phone letting friends and family know what has been happening. We are so excited he will be down at a one of the best hospitals in the world with some of the best doctors in the world.

UPDATE 9:30pm

I just got done talking with dad and he said some pretty amazing things. The MRI took 5 hours to complete. All of the doctors are stumped. They don't know exactly what they are working with. Apparently they don't think these are tumors. They are calling in the best of the best tomorrow to review the scan. We are hoping for the best right now. We will know more tomorrow. Goodnight, I am off to bed. Little Coop is resting so it is my chance for some serious beauty rest. Let me tell you.....I need it.

TYLER UPDATE

God answers prayers! Tyler is heading to LDS hospital in the morning to meet with Dr. Reichman one of the top neurosurgeons in Utah. Thank you Whit and Schuy for talking to Dr. Rosenburg. Rosenburg called Reichman direct and told him Tyler's situation. They will be leaving first thing tomorrow morning. It is amazing what miracles can happen when people come together to pray. Prayers are answered.

Trials

Today I am greatful for lifes trials. The past few months have definitely been a trying time in my life. I am so blessed with so many wonderful things, yet seem so filled with sadness. Last week we attended Brian's grandmothers funeral in Southern Utah. It was wonderful to see all of his family and be able to spend time with them. It made us happy to be there together with them. After the funeral Kelton made me cry when he said in a soft little voice "I want to see her one more time mom." I said you will someday!

Last week my brother Tyler was having some sickness issues. He had a hard time moving and every time he would he would throw up. So they took him into the doctor where he was diagnosed with inner ear infection. He continued to struggle with dizzy spells and coordination. On Sunday, he was having dinner at my parents house and he was not acting like himself. Something is wrong! The right side of his body was slow and sluggish. He was having a really hard time walking and talking. This is not like Tyler to be sick. He will continue working like a animal even if he feels real sick. He went back into the doctor on Monday and they told him that he could have had a stroke and to go up to the hospital for an MRI. As I was visiting with him in the hospital waiting room, he was in good spirits.

Tyler has 2 quarter size tumors inside of his cerebellum. It is affecting his coordination and ability to talk. He went down Tuesday to the neurologist in Idaho Falls. He is scheduled for surgery on Monday where they will remove his tumors and test for cancer. He will loose some of his ability to walk....they are not sure how severe it will be. Whitney and I are wanting a second opinion from a specialist at the Huntsman Institute. Whit and Schuy will be talking to doctor Rosenburg (good friend with connections) to see if we can get him in down there. Please pray for him and Nic at this time. Have faith in the doctors to know he will get the BEST care possible.

Sometimes you wonder why certain people are faced with so many different trials. Why is it that we have to be sad in order to learn and grow? I am thankful at this time for all of you and the important part you play in our lives.

Remembering Grandma Williams

WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU GRANDMA

Brian received a call this morning saying that our beautiful grandma Williams has passed away.