The Olden Days

Tonight Caleb asked,"Mom, do you remember in the olden days when Isaac used to give us cookies?" I said, "Cal, you're not old enough to have been in the olden days." Then I realized what he was saying. I miss what once was and it seems like it is getting further and further away. After all everyone has "olden days" some are just older than others. Here is a tribute to some of the olden days:

Tyler at the family reunion 2001 I am so grateful that my children have been privileged to grow-up around cousins enough of their lives to call them some of their best friends. Tyler is one of Cal's.

Caleb is a Grandpa's man. I am really so happy that he has spent some good time around both Papas- I sure like them!!
Amber-We still talk every week. These were some happy times.
Ice cream and the Oregon Coast is a sure thing

Jason and Ike were(are) such good friends-we are better because we have him in our family

Mom & Dad Livingston- I am almost the same age as they were when this picture was taken. I love my in-laws. I am grateful beyond mere words to have married into such an incredible family!

Scott and Newborn Isaac. It goes by too fast- hold them a little longer next time.

Jen, Amy & Molly 1986- I have grown to love them as much as they have grown!!Mike & Ike- Someone who shares Isaac's passion for the game and
never "let" him win.

McKenzie as a newborn- this has always been one of my favorite pictures of her.
She was still seeing heaven.
Disneyland Christmas 1997 with the Livingston Clan. Seriously good times!!
Ellie at the White Swan in China- the week we first met her.
What a light she is in our lives!!
McKenzie's blessing day. Proof I've been married for a while.

I feel emotional just looking at this one. Isn't it great of Mom and Dad? I took
this in California 1986
The year I was born this cute little 2 year-old was developing into something special. I think I am the luckiest girl in the world!!
Griffith & Ike. They really miss each other. I wish they were both young again- Ike maybe for a day just so he could get back to missionary work, but Griff, well forever would work for me....
Well- the fashion police weren't out in force in Burley Idaho around my 18th birthday!!
Ronald, Terri, Shawn and Ginger the under-paid McDonald's Employee 1986
The Summer of 69 One of the best pictures ever taken. I can't even sum-up my feelings when I think back on my childhood and those who made it so happy.
McKenzie in 2000- Such a darling of a daughter

Days of Wonder. Tyler is now 8 years old and was just baptized.
Me & Grandma Great- I miss her so much. I was doubly blessed in having a grandmother in the second half of my life who loved me as much as she did. She was a marvelous example and left a legacy of faith in those who were privileged to know her.