Thursday, June 30, 2011

Tanner's ACL Surgery

 Well, Tanner's plans for entering the Army has changed.  In March Tanner tweeked his knee.  I ignored it for many reasons and he seemed to be getting better.  I took him to the doctors June 17 and we found out he tore his ACL.  It was a very difficult day as he started to realize what this all means.  The Army discharged him and with in 12 days he was having surgery.
 This is how he welcomed me in recovery!  Oh Tanner!!!
I was angry with this news.  Tanner registered for the Army in January.  We were so honored that he chose to serve in the military and prepared for his departure in August.  I just didn't understand why this was happening to him.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

The MOTORCYCLE!

 Oh Tanner!  Just when I had my sweet moment of celebrating his graduation, Tanner gets in a motorcycle accident!
He is fine, the bike is not...oh too bad!  We left GMA at home, while Tanner left and crashed the bike at the end of the street.  He walked the bike back home and was greeted by GMA.  It was a scary moment for both of them.  Fortunately, he was wearing a helmet and cycle jacket.

Graduation Dinner - Red Iguana

 Incredible food at Red Iguana!

He had one long day!

My Tan Man - Graduation

 He hasn't been easy but oh do I love this young man.  I love his energy, enthusiasm and drive!  Once he has his mind set on something, look out!  Tanner is a gifted, talented man with a great future ahead.  I am proud to be his mother.

Tanner's Graduation!

 What a special day for our family!  Tanner is graduating high school.

 Missy, Chris, Jason, Tiff, Cubby and Meagan
 Mom and her kids...
 Meagan, Missy and Tiff
 MC=Middle Child...they share a special bond!
 Taylor and Tanner after the ceremony.
 Hans and Tanner
 Sweet photo of Tanner and Cedar
 My Tan Man
Tanner and Jordan...I have a similar photo of these two with the same expression when they were little.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Cubby's 30th Birthday

 Cubby and Meagan came to Utah to celebrate his birthday and Tanner's graduation!  We had an BBQ at Missy and Chris's house.
 Jordan and Uncle Cub!
 Jordan made his cake and we celebrated at our house.
 Hummm...looks like one of Dad's fire!
 Tanner and Meagan!
 Uncle Steve, Steven J, Timothy and Mom.  It was great to have everyone gather together!
Taylor with Timothy.  Timothy wasn't too happy being held by others except for Taylor...

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Tiff Starts a New Job!

I received a great promotion with Salt Lake County!  I am a program coordinator and managing a ice rink and outdoor swimming pool in West Valley City.  I have a great office and so excited to start this new adventure.