Random Birthday Party Pictures; We miss the Call Family!

Can Aaron really be 22 years old?

Aaron, it's hard to believe that you have been home from your mission for almost a year! A lot has happened in just a short time. I love having you nearby---even if that means four hours away. It is so great to see you as a husband, to watch you play basketball, to observe how you enjoy your nieces and nephews, to hear how well you are doing in school, and to listen to you play piano in primary. On top of all that, you still find time to be attentive to your parents and siblings. You are are always so considerate and looking for ways to help and to show love. I appreciate and love you so much and look forward to more exciting and fun things that will surely come to pass in your life. You have become the man I always hoped you would be. I am so very proud of you! Much love, Mom.

Happy Birthday Beautiful Becca!

Happy Birthday Becca---thanks for sharing your birthday with Aaron and Hazel last Sunday. You are such an important part of our family; always happy, easy to get along with, helpful to anyone who needs help, loving, always up for doing something fun, a great supportive wife, and an amazing little mom to Livy. We are so proud of you and all of the good things you are doing in your life to create a wonderful family with Adam. Thanks for your kindness and sensitivity that make being around you so easy.

Happy First Birthday to Hazel!

Hazel, you are such a beautiful, precious, and sweet baby. As your Aunt Keri said, "Hazel is just a perfect baby." I couldn't agree more. Your mama gave you the most exquisite carnival birthday party. We enjoyed watching you on your new little Winnie the Pooh train and doing all of the fun carnival games that were planned. You such a joy to us and we couldn't love you more. Your sweet nature is so apparent. What other traits and talents have you brought from heaven? No doubt there are many. I am looking forward to watching you learn and grow into a beautiful young woman, but don't be in a hurry because you are so adorable right now. I love you!

Rosa Lyn turns 6!

Rosa had a very fun family birthday party last night to celebrate turning six years old! Grandma Great gave her a mini baton and showed her how to use it.

Rosa gave treats and presents from her birthday fishing pond. Each person "fished"

and got a prize!

Grandpa reads Rosa her birthday cards.

Rosa had pictures to share with a little "lesson" and sang a beautiful mother's day song.

Rosa is always happy and fun to have around. She always keeps things lively.

Rosa is a wonderful big sister and helper to her mama.

She plays lots of musical instruments and is very good in soccer. Last week she scored two goals at her game!

Rosa, grandpa and I are so proud of you and the wonderful young girl that you have become. You are so very special to us and we love you dearly. Your smile, your hugs, your fun nature and sweet personality bring us joy all of the time. Happy Birthday!