Celebration of Life

On Saturday the 30th we went to SLC. The Utah Eye, Organ and Tissue Donation have made a monument at library square. It is a wall that has donors names engraved on it, they call it the Celebration of Life Monument. On Saturday they unveiled the new names engraved on it this year. Justins was one of them. It was a fun special day to be able to reflect on his life and the life and opportunity that he has given to other children through his donation. In February 2005 a 7 month old boy received his aortic heart valve. and in July 2005 a 13 month old little girl received his pulmonary heart valve. From his heart so full of love these two little ones have received life. His eyes were also donated. Both a Happy and Sad day to reflect. Thank you to Mom, Dad, Mark, Nanalee and Valerie for sharing this special occasion with us. Can't forget PJ and Kash, they made the day extra special.

PJ and Kash just loved playing in the water fountain. Is this ok?? Who knows but they sure had fun.

I've Been Tagged

3 Joys
Justin
PJ
Kash

3 Fears
The End of the World (what is it going to be like?)
Cancer
Getting Mugged

Obsessions/Collections
1. I haven't done an ounce of scrapbooking for almost 4 years, but continue to buy and store (collect) scrapbook junk!
2. I love to travel - anywhere! always looking for an opportunity.
3. New obsession - Jewelry

Surprising Facts
1. I miss working full time, but I absolutely love being able to be home with the kidos!
2. I've never been a big reader, but I love to read lately and even look for good recommendations on a good book.
3. I want to become a certified Scuba Diver

I tag Holly and Marci and anyone else who is up to it!

Happy Birthday PJ!

Holy Cow! The day finally came! I think we had been waiting for this day for at least 4 months. It seems like everybody has had a birthday before it was PJs turn. I think it all started in april with Kash's birthday then moms then about 10 other parties before we could celebrate his. PJ would ask at least once a week when his birthday was, we even made a few cakes or cupcakes and blew out candles just to pretend because the wait was getting a little long. Now it has come and gone, but it was a really fun day. Pj seems to be growing up so fast and saying some really funny things. On sunday (his birthday) I told him that he needed to take a nap before the party started and he closed his eyes trying so hard for about 1 1/2 minutes and then opened them and in a begging tone said, "I want to party it up" after all he had been so patient so far. He starts preschool next week and just can't wait. As you can see he just loves superheros spiderman and Dash ( the incredibles) his favorites. We had a fun party with lots of family and friends. Thank you all!

Grandpa Morris 89th Birthday

Grandpa Morris is 89 What a great party! thanks Jewel and family. It really is amazing how close the Cook family is. We just love Grandpa Cook and all of the wise advice that he gives.

Saturday August 16 - This little Horned Toads name is Clifford. The Poulsons are so kind to always think of the boys and catch them creatures. We had so much fun with this little guy, Kash even liked him, just didn't like to hold him. Pj mangled and held him every chance he got. We made a little home for it inside a tupperware box and had him outside, but I think the neighbors dog got away with him. PJ is still very upset that Clifford is gone, Joseph even thought about finding one off of the internet for his birthday!