MY DAD (Top Left)My Dad in April 07' (Top Right) Our Family the Sunday before my brother left on his mission, May 06' (Bottom left) Kori, Dad, Me, Young Women's "Daddy Daughter" day. June 05'
(Bottom right) This is one of my favorite pictures of my Dad.
His birthday is coming up on the 13th of May. He passed away on November 14th, 2007. He was Diagnosed in April of 07' with Kidney Cancer, just less than a month from when this picture was taken. In March Ty, My Dad and I went with his previous boss on a trip through the Canyon Lands, Island in the Sky in Moab. I never thought it would be the last trip with my Dad on this earth. I cherish the memories I have of him. He is a man of light & truth. He always strived to do his best, always. He taught me how to work, hope and love. He assisted me in accomplishing many of my dreams thus far in life. I cherish every moment I had with him, whether it be at 3 am to help him arrange his pillows on his bed to sitting with him for HOURS in his hospital room so he wouldn't be alone. I look back and I only have good memories of him. I am grateful for having his as my Dad. I am grateful for the love of the gospel that he has & for his example in serving God. I am striving to live my life the way he & my mom showed us. My Dad is my Hero. I will always be his little girl. I miss him everyday, wish I could give him just one more hug. It's comforting to know that I will see him again & that he is still a part of my daily life.
Here are a few that caught my fancy tonight. :) This past saturday was my family bridal shower, and tonight was my ward bridal shower and tomorrow is my shower with my girl friends. It's amazing!! People are so generous & give nice things. It's so crazy that in 21 days... almost 20, I am going to be MARRIED. Yay! I hope that the excitement of being married really doesnt dissapear so quickly like people say. That would be sad. I am sure it can last, I am determind. lol Well I am off to bed....cleaning our apartment for the party tomorrow! Churrio!
