HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY BARB !!!

 As you will see in the following pictures there is a not so secret recurring theme

 She has blonde hair and wherever you see one you usually see the other.

 Also there usually are lots of grins, giggles and shenanigans going on.

 There is lots of love evident in all the photos. It is to this dedication of Barb's life that I take my hat off and say Here Here!

 Here's to the Mom with her priorities straight that enjoys her life as it unfolds.

 Here's to Barb who is intentional in all she chooses to do. And here's to the family (Mo and Robb) who share it with her!

Happy Birthday was just Not Enough!  Much love to you on your Birthday Season!

Oh Creative One, Happy Birthday

 Happy Birthday Jen! It seems whatever you put  your hand to... you can accomplish it with flair!

 Love your new apartment and the extras it offers. Just feels like a neighborhood.

Our Yum meal after being on the Lake

Even apples become more beautiful after you have been working on them :)

Sakura used to be so tiny! She wishes her Mommy a Happy Bday! Woof Woof

It is fun when we get the chance to get together. Where were we on this trip? No backseats are in view?

Seems like most of our visiting is on Face Time

But I still get to enjoy the many faces of Jenny

But this was fun watching you open your Bday present!

I hope you are enjoying eating on real flatware. Just SAY NO to PLASTIC!

What I'd really like to say is Happy Birthday with lots of Love and Hugs and Kisses across the miles to my wonderful 25 year old daughter!!

The Birthday Boy as Grandpa

 The many faces of Rick Boucher are best captured in his role of Grandpa on our visit to see Mo and family. 

 We had just finished Storytime at the library and Mo was making sure Grandpa didn't get hit by a speeding car.

 Then Mo and Grandpa had their own private story time and I think she might have enjoyed this time just as much as the one at the library.

 Mo actually wore Grandpa out.  Here he is recharging.

 The day at the beach hunting Shark's teeth was very very fun.

 Good thing Mo came with a change of clothing.

 There must be a birdy... it looks like Mo is signing bird.

 The fishing pier was an interesting study of fishermen and their catch. Ask Rick about the one that got away.

Now who's doing the recharging?  
This Birthday year just seems to be punctuated with pictures of Mo.  It was a great year and was so good to see family.  What will this new year bring?  Keep watching for updates on the exciting Life and Times of Rick Boucher!  Happy Birthday Rick!

You and Grandma a few years after birth!

Bathing Beauty on Turtleback

Breaky

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGIE!!!!!

It all began 27 plus years ago....I remember like it was yesterday the day you were born.  Grandma was there, of course me and Daddio were too.  That long ride to Flagstaff in the middle of the night went by so fast. And you came very soon after we arrived. I was ready for a long day of labor. You were ready to meet the family.  Daddio was so excited he had to go out and buy you a going home outfit.

You are so much more than what you can do (which is anything you put your mind to).  You are a delightful daughter with a bright future and the world by the tail.  Happy Happy Birthday to You.
Lots of Love to you Always.... Mumsy and Daddio

Photo Montage to ring in the new year...

Love can be good for you! Happy V-Day

I didn't know he was cross-eyed over the valentine quilt!

But as you see Abigail loves her quilt

She looks older than 4 weeks!

It was such fun to make Bunnyand Joe  a Crabby Footwarmer

who needs wrapping paper?

Some Quilts just make you hungry!

And then there's Shrimp!

Jenny made this awesome Birthday Cake for Joe's 22nd.

What fun to be together.

Jenny definitely likes to play with her food

Sakura is pretty at home here!

This is a Valentine table runner I made for a friend

Rosa just enjoying our time together at the open house. She moved down to Oregon with daughter Robin.

 This picture was taken in March of 2012 while visiting Mom at the nursing home. We were in the day room and there was music playing. I think she was enjoying herself. 

 When Rick and I went back in October this fall Mom was responsive to Rick's voice and even cooperative when it came to eating.  Rick played the airplane game to try to get her to eat and it worked.... sometimes :)

Mom listening to Jesus loves me with the Lamb

Dorothy in Pink

Grandmother's Flower Garden Quilt Mom made.

Lunchroom

Sisters together for dinner at Aunt B's

Uncle Bede Eyes

Ahhhh, an after dinner Chocolate!

Some of the early days at the home with Joe, Bunny and Mom

Giving me Sass

Eating out at Valley View for Mom's Birthday

 Bunny has been so Faithful to care and love and give and give to make a difference in Mom's daily care. Joe her husband has been supportive and willing to sacrifice their time together.  Brother Joe has also been sacrificial in being there as contact person with the nursing home and power of attorney. Very wearing and emotionally difficult through the years.  I thank you both for all you have done.