First Day in Toronto Canada

It was so nice to hear from Brother and Sister Eyre. They let us know that Elder Brazeau was received at the air port and that he was in good spirits, ready to get to work as a representative of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The young man to the far right is Dereks Companion, Elder Watson. President Eyre said that this young man will be a real positive infulence for Elder Brazeau which is very important when they are first starting out. I was so glad to hear from them and to have that moment captured on film. I can tell that Derek looks very happy!

Elder Derek James Brazeau

This is my youngest and only son. He is presently serving in the Canada Toronto East mission and is doing very well. This is a picture of him in the MTC with the Elder Wagne his first Companion he trained with and who was going to the same area. Derek stayed for almost 3 weeks to learn Mandarin Chinese. It was hard for him to see his friend come and go (eight total) while he stayed behind to continue his language. He really has only been out on his mission preaching the gospel since Jan 13 2009. The view of the Provo Temple from the MTC
There is where he is going!! :)

Lucas Paxton and Kiva

This is my middle daughter, Kiva and her family Lucas (Newt) and Paxton who is one year old. I love this family portrait of them and wanted to post it on my blog. They are expecting their second baby in September and we are all excited! Except for the morning sickness things are going very well! By the way Kiva and Lucas are celebrating there 4th wedding anniversary march 25th.

These photos were taken up near Bryce Canyon
"Stop your so annoying!"(he he)

Eagle Scout Derek Brazeau

I am so proud of Derek. After much hard work from not only him but friends and family, he was able to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout September 12 2007. For his Eagle project he made a miniature Basket ball court for the little people of Sandstone Elementary.

What a great learning experience that was for not only him but for our whole family. We had no idea how hard it was to reach Eagle. Our respect for him and others who have obtained their Eagles have truly soared while watching this great accomplishment. They say only 2 out of 100 make Eagle scout. I can see why! I know it was hard for him.

At one point he wanted to give up, it was so hard. He had already attempted an Eagle project the year before that involved 63 hours of his time but fell on its face. I understood his disappointment but I told him, "If you give up now, all of the work that your scout leaders have done to help you up to this point will be lost. Do it out of respect for them" And he did. I am so proud of Derek for truly going that 2nd mile to earn his rank of Eagle Scout. He has truly earned the right to now soar with those other Eagles that have set the examples to other

Boy Scouts of America!

This is the plaque that is inlayed in the concrete next to the basketball standard...
They poured the concrete...

From Left to Right: Brother Skousen, Ryan Zabriskie, Max and Mic Henderson, Brother Zabriskie, Lucas Ramsay, Brother Henderson, and Derek

Kade helped too :) OOPS

They removed the grass by hand...
The sight at Sandstone Elementary where Derek selected his Eagle Scout Project.

This is the day he passed off his Eagle

September 12, 2007

My Sweetheart David

David was elected the St. George Lions President in spring of "07" to spring of "08". He was blessed with a great group of men 100+ strong that believe in the Lions motto; "We Serve so Others May See"
Through out the year, I was able to watch him in this position of leadership, stand as a humble servant to these fellow Lion members. He up held his place with such respect and dignity, always diplomatic in making decision after weighing out all variable and listening to those involved. It was amazing to see up close, the countless hours that these men contributed to the community donating to many in need, giving a helping hand and donating to worthy causes.

I am very proud of David and this great cause that he puts forth so much time and effort. Service is not just something he talks about doing. It is the driving force in his life. He is a man of few words, but his actions speak loud and clear. Service is his example. Git R Done!

St. George Lions President David Wulfenstein and sidekick Kade
Kade watching his grandpa ride the rodeo

A Tribute to the people in my little world

To start with, I am happy to say I am married to a wonderful man. He is my cowboy, boyfriend, and the love of my life. I am so lucky to have some one with the wonderful qualities and standards that my David has. To say the very least, he is a man of principal, the only thing we have when our journey is ended in this life. He has been a great example to me of quiet strength and humbled service to all he knows. He has a presence of John Wayne walking in the door yet he shows tender love and quiet gratitude to those close to him. I am truly grateful he found me.

I am also grateful for his 4 wonderful children whom he is sealed to in the temple of the Lord for time and all eternity. Also for their acceptance and love of me and mine!

I am a mother of four, three daughters and one son, all of which are grown and gone but only from my home. They will always dwell in my heart.

While our daughters have been gone though, they have collected additions to our little world which have made it that much brighter. We have four son in laws that have such wonderful qualities. They truly accent our precious daughters and contribute so much to our lives. We love our boys and I'm thankful for the happiness they have brought with them.

Now because we have had these fine young men added to our little world, David and I are happy grand parents of 4 grandsons 1 grand daughter with 2 more on the way! I know now that Heavenly Father knew that we needed these grandbabies. After the brutal years of having teenagers, joy, love, happiness and sheer pride replaces years of desperation, frustration and confusion:)

David and I have 3 boys’ that have not yet added a better half to their lives but we really don't mind that, they have other thing they need to finish before all of that! Well accept for Chance. Any time now is good sweetie:)