Sunday, March 15, 2026

A Proclamation

A major benefit working at Balance of Nature is attending classes each month from the Center of Self Governance. Over the past 3 years one week every month classes are available to everyone plus the public to learn how the government is structured and how we as citizens can become involved beyond the voting booth. I am learning that there is always more to learn and to be open to learning.

As a group we were given an opportunity to work together and use our voices for postivity after the Charlie Kirk assasination at UVU in Orem and then the suspect being from Washington and living under 5 miles from us. Tempers & negativity flowing all around us constantly. 

Our group decided we needed to step forward and put into action what we have been learned.

Our invitation for
everyone to join us.

Our words blown up
for the world to see and share.

Up close
It is much larger than we imagined.

My support!!
This is not their thing but were willing to come, listen, and support.

We had a flag ceremony, National Anthem, and a prayer. Then came the main event the reading of the proclamation. Each one of us took a paragraph and shared it with the group. There were about 50 people in attendance with members from the city councels, county commissioners, and even a member of the US House of Representatives. 

This was such a postive experience that we are eager to keep sharing this message with as many people that will take a minute to listen to our message.

If anyone would like a copy for yourself please reach out.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

A Wicked Weekend

Rylee was headed North to visit Reganne for the weekend and attend a Wicked Event. Here are a few pictures from their fun weekend. They both look amazing.

Hi Mom!!







It looks like they had a great time at the event and with each other. It is great seeing them have fun together. Who knows what their next adventure will be but I do know that they will have a great time together.

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Another Crazy Week

What do you do in your spare time? I take random pictures to remind me of the craziness that is going on around me.

Pieces of armor
You never know what you will find at a car show.
Memories of all full suits of armor in London.

Where are you Ryder?
In the chaos of the UT Tech campus.


It's raining again.
This time I was quick to get my plants out
for a shower.

Santa Clara Car Show
I can't keep up with this man.
He is moving fast through all the cars.
However, he can always talk details of what was there.

Rylee
End of summer party with friends.
The view was amazing.

Rice Krispie Treats
Courtesy of TikTok hack in the oven.
Followed the directions. They looked really good.
Were a little gooey right out of the oven.
Quickly turned hard and extremely crunchy.

A fun week to look back on. I have decided I can't make Rice Krispie Treats hack or not.  Let the craziness coming.




 

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Big 18!!

Ryder is officially an adult!! 

One handsome guy

Cookies for breakfast
They were a little wonky but good enough that he ate 
all that was on the plate.

How do you spend the day?
Going to Las Vegas to race cars with Kasen.

A little competitive

A couple of laps in
the rain & wind picked up.

Inside to play video games
until the rain stops.

The rain wasn't going to stop anytime soon.
Headed to lunch!!
BBQ joint in a strip mall under an I15 overpass.

Crazy decor

Yummy food

Ending our day.
Included looking at cars.

Looking back to 2007 and wondering if this tiny baby would ever grow up. Here we are and we did survive and thrived. Can't wait to see what awaits him over the next 10 years.

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Remembering 9/11

I love the patriotism that St. George and Washington County shows each year for the 4th of July and again for Patriots Day.

Good crowd 


Great speaker & musical numbers

Field of Heros

Flag retirement ceremony

The ashes will be buried
at Tonaquint Cemetary
Love the sunset over the part.


Liberty Village
Groundbreaking for new building.

After a brief ceremony
We walked through the rows of flags.

Replica of the Liberty Bell

Gorgeous day

This has been a great couple of days of remembering our heros, listening to amazing speakers, and spending time with family.

Until next year!

 

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Hello September!

September is starting at full steam ahead. 

Employee of the Month
That's right the most shocking staff meeting
when Lizzy called my name for September Employee of the Month.
Even more shocking the cheering and a few taunts about standing up.

Dexter catching a quick nap
on Reganne's lap before she leaves.
He looks so peaceful.

What is that?
We haven't seen rain in months.

Still raining!!
Love it and so do my plants.

Our nest is slowly becoming empty. However, life doesn't seem to be slowing down any time soon. The weather is acting crazy so you never know what is going to happen next.

Sunday, February 22, 2026

August Untold Stories

Amazing what you find when looking at your photos either looking for that one know is somewhere or cleaning random photos off your phone.

Ruston's dental checkup
Rylee sent us an update. He survived!!

12 year old Rylee setup this reminder up on my phone.
10 years later.


We are celebrating with a Pupachino??
Happy 18th Birthday Dexter.

Fun photo bomb!!
Rylee & Sarah
Fun to have mutual friends.

SkyWest Retirees
We had a fun dinner and sharing memories.


Still trying to figure out how to do this everyday.
Maybe I need to focus on getting those 8 hours.

Freshly groomed
with a Swiffer for a tail.
Maybe I can teach him how to dust for me.

Rylee's photo shoot in Zions
She always takes great pictures.

August was a busy, life changing month. The best part is I have the pictures to prove our many adventures. Looking forward to September and more pictures.