Family Photo

This is a picture that hangs on the wall at Lloyd and Claudia's house. Thought others might enjoy the view.

Hi to Nina

Christmas Eve

Richard, Deloy, Karren, Shawnee, Don

Manger Scene (Nellie, Andrew, Sariah, Harold, Hunter and baby)

Memories

In my literature class tonight we were discussing nonfiction and how important it is. The teacher read a bit about her grandfather. (He sounded like Grandpa Mayes--a bit rough and tough.) It got me thinking that we don't have many stories, that I know of, written down about Grandma and Grandpa Mayes. Would each of you please write down a memory you have with one, or both, of them. If you don't have a personal memory, please share one that you remember a parent telling. Email them to me at shamarhen@hotmail.com. I will compile them and put them in a book for each family/person who contributes. I don't know if I'll get it done by Christmas or not, but it's worth a shot. Thanks in advance and I love you all!

Here are some pictures of Dad and Marilyn's wedding

A few more pictures...

This picture was taken after Whitney fell off of the piano bench. She (and mom and dad) was pretty scared, but no injuries.

Hendershot Thanksgiving

Here are some of the family pictures that we took on Thanksgiving!

Rhonda

Here are a couple of pictures of Spencer's wife, Rhonda. She is due in January.

Halloween!

Hello, this is Mike.
Just thought I would share some recent photos and let you know we are well. Halloween was a blast this year. Last year was the first year I really went overboard on Halloween but unfortunately not many came to our home, well the story was different this year with nicole teaching here in lovell. It was like free advertising. It was very spooky on our porch. I had smoke, lights, sounds and a variety of stuffed people (myself being one of them). I think I might have gone a little too far though, I actually do want the kids to come inside. many would open the door look in and say to their buddy, "you go in first".
Anyway, we had a good time.
Nicole and Whitney were a farmer and a little piglet (no, this has nothing to do with the way she eats) sarcastically
Also, there is a funny picture of bryan and hannah

Here's a picture of our little trick or treaters. One was a princess and the other one a fairy. They had lots of fun!

Kitchen

These are pictures of Mark and Erik remodeling Mark and Shayla's kitchen. The finished product is amazing.

Baby Jay

Jay Partridge Mayes was born to Shayla and Mark on Thursday, October 25. He weighed 7 lbs and is 18 inches long. He was born C-section because he was breech and wouldn't move around. Already showing the stubbornness of a Mayes.

SHE'S A GIRL!!!

Brad and I finally had our little princess!! Her name is Ella Elise Spanier she was born October 23rd 2007, and was 7 lbs 15 oz, 20 inches long! We are home already I didn't want to stay at the hospital. Just wanted you all to know!


Love Mandi, Brad, Logan, and Ella

My worst nightmare!

Well it happened. The other night Catherine was over to my house. Eli was flying Kyle to Provo. So we decided to do some crafts for the Lovells Craft fair. It was getting late and I offered to let the girls have a sleep-over with Matty. Catherine left and I decided to wait for Eli. He texted about 12:30ish and said he was over I15 and I80. I knew it would be awhile but decided to stay up anyway. I got the girls to sleep and worked on some web designs (another story). He called about 1:30. I hated the tone in his voice from the split second that I heard it. He said,.....I'm in Cedar. My comms aren't working and I can't turn on the runway lights. I'm almost out of gas. He had been flying in the pattern for a couple minutes trying to get ahold of his boss and old instructor. He only had some of them programmed in his phone. No-one was answering so he had to make a quick decision. Try to keep getting ahold of someone to come turn them on or fly to Saint George. He told me to run up to our airport in St George and find someone to turn them on or get in a plane and turn them on myself. He said he wasn't sure how long he had before he ran out of gas. He plans for a 45 min reserve in case of emergencies. but wasn't sure how long he had been flying. So his parting words were....Call 911 if you have too!
I called my neighbor to see if she could come over with the kids. no answer. WHAT! IS THIS THE NIGHT NO ONE WILL ANSWER THEIR PHONE!!!! YOU'VE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!! K fine (it was after two at this point in time.) So I called my other friend, for sure she would answer.nope. I left. I felt like I was wasting time so I called Catherine on the way and she answered her phone! That was the longest ride to the airport. Speeding slightly, hazards on.... ran one red (very cautiously!!! of course).....passed a cop (yeah, even this didn't get their attention!!) I pulled up to the airport and it was dark.....everywhere! Thats when I called 911. I got on the tarmack and began running to all the private plans. all were locked but one. I got in the one, but I couldn't get the lights to come on! I turned the master switch on then the comms and clicked the button like mad. No lights. Soooo frusterating!!! Panicked now yes!!! the operator had put me on hold forever ago! I felt so helpless. FINALLY the operator got back on said he had just talked to Eli and we was able to land safely in Cedar. Eli ended up calling 911 there and the airport fire trucks came....lights on and everything!! I think they thought it would be a crash landing or something! The reason I freaked out was people have tried many times to just land it in the dark and crashed and died! I knew that he was following emergency procedure and was coolheaded about it. Anyhow FAA did have to investigate, but Eli followed everything to a T! I feel extremely blessed and am so greatful for the power of prayer!! Now I just hope that is the last time we experience something like that!! Experiences are good for future references but...... I can't handle them very well!!

Levi Hawley and Marin Reynolds on left.

Daniel H, Jonathan H, Benjamin H, Taylor R, Shay R, Hannah H. on right

Richard, Beth, and Trevor Kendrick Hawley - Still in Adoption process, but is basically just waiting for a signature to be permanently theirs. And boy is he CUTE (and a handful!)

Nobody we know - but isn't this a great picture???? :-)

Hi guys. Hans here. I was in the process of making a web page-blog for my classes when I noticed my name came up on this one. I don't remember signing in to it before, but apparently I must have.

Anyway, Teaching in Tillamook is going well. My room is right across the hall from Brian's. I am teaching two classes of spanish 1, three classes of spanish 2, and they even gave me one of Brian Reynold's Govt/Econ classes to teach this year so he could have an extra period to devote to senior projects.

Our kids are doing well.
Daniel is 7 and in 2nd grade
Hannah is 5 and in Kindergarten
Benjamin is 4 and in Preschool
Jonathan is 1 and in Nursery (FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
Levi is 2 months and is in a stupor most of the time - but he is beginning to show signs of life and has a pretty good smile when you can catch his eye.

Emilie has completed her prerequisites for the nursing program and is officially enrolled in Clatsop Community College's Nursing program (That's for you, Uncle Kevin. CCC is in Astoria, for those of you un-lucky non-Oregonian residents who may not have known that.) Anyway, she is thrilled to be back in school again, but is finding raising 5 kids, running a household, and going to school full time is quite the arduous task. Gee. You think? Anyway, she does fabulously well at balancing everything. I don't know how she does it. Just this morning, another teacher in our ward said she was envious of Emilie's abilities, and that Em always looks like she just stepped out of the salon and is very well put-together. Yeah, I'm a lucky guy.

Anyway, now that I have my own blog (http://hanshawley.blogspot.com/) I'm sure I will probably be a more frequent visitor to this site.

Hello!!!

It's me!! I finally decided to write something on here. I will update you on my life and my family. I am living in Utah with Patricia and her family. I am working at Bluffdale elementary school with preschool kids part time. And I am working at Joseph Smith Memorial Building as a banquet server part time. So yeah thats my life exciting I know. Patricia is busy as usual with her kids, ceramics, scrapbooking and trying to keep the house looking pleasant. Leslie is doing good she is starting up a daycare at her house. Lana is the same still working at a shoe store and helping dad with the business. Dad is doing good. I dont know if any of you know this yet but he has been dating this lady (Marylin) for awhile and they are getting married in November. She has been in our ward for a long time. I dont really know her that well, but she is nice. She is a nurse, She has 3 kids: two daughters and one boy. Amanda is the oldest 23. Melony who is around 16, Jacob is the youngest (14 I think). I know what your thinking that she must be a younger woman but she is the same age as my mom if not older then her.

We will be going home at the end of this month to get the rest of my stuff because he will be moving to her house. Her oldest daughter will be moving in with her family to our house. Its weird to think that I will have two Stepsisters, a stepbrother and a stepmother.

Well thats my life hope you all enjoyed conference. Have a good one. Love you all.

Ashlie

Kayla had a fun time at school this week. She got to dress up everyday for homecoming. Today she was "be a celebrity from the disney channel" she picked Hannah Montana. I thought the pictures turned out cute. Hope you enjoy them!
My mom and sister also flew down to Arkansas to visit us all, we really had a great time.

Hendershot Household

I spent the weekend at home with the family. These are pictures of the girls. The top one is of Sariah (Erik's), Bekah (Erik's), and Hannah (Bryan's). The bottom one is of Hannah (Bryan's) and Whitney (Michael's). They are such cute girls. Sariah started kindergarten this year and she's loving it. She has made friends with all the kids in her class. Bekah is 2 and starting to string sentances together. Hannah is 1 and walking up a storm. She is also speaking jibberish. Whitney is 6 month old today. She is sitting up very well. She has the cutest, chubbiest cheeks. Her eyes are an amazing blue. They are all progressing and developing very well. The rest of the family is doing fine.

Elle's B-day

Elle had a great b-day. She was a little princess! 3 years old already....wow time really flies!

Happy belated birthday Elle!!!

I forgot to get on yesterday and write this, so here it is!~!

Happy 3rd birthday Elle!~! I miss you girl!~! Maybe we'll come visit you soon since my brothers are there too!~!

Happy Birthday, Kirk!

Kirk turns 20 years old today. No more teenagers for the parents. How the time flies.

Hannah's Birthday

Hannah is now one. A few pictures of her enjoying the day.

Rexburg Temple Open House

Rexburg, Idaho - With construction of the Rexburg Idaho Temple nearing completion, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced official dates for the building's open house and dedication. The open house will begin December 29, 2007 and continue for four weeks. Tours for the open house will be held Monday through Saturday commencing at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until 9:00 p.m. except on Mondays when tours will end at 6:00 p.m.During the open house period, the Rexburg Temple will be open to everyone of any faith, denomination, or background. All who are interested in learning more about the temple and the Church are welcome. Free tickets are required to attend and will be made available to the general public beginning November 26, 2007 by logging onto www.lds.org/reservations or by calling toll free at 1-800-537-6181. Open house tours will be organized into small groups and will begin at the neighboring stake center on Seventh South with a brief introduction to the temple and its role in the beliefs and practices of the Church. Each group will then be escorted through the temple, where the purpose and function of each room will be explained. The tour will then conclude at the stake center with refreshments.The Temple dedication will be held on Sunday, February 3, 2008. It is anticipated that four dedicatory sessions will be held. The dedication will be broadcast to several stake centers throughout the area served by the temple, as well as a number of locations on the Brigham Young University-Idaho campus. Dedication recommends will be required for attendance at the dedicatory services.The settlement and history of the Upper Snake River Valley will be commemorated at a youth cultural celebration to be held as part of the open house and dedication of the Rexburg Temple. This event is designed to appeal to everyone in the community. The cultural celebration will be held on February 2, 2008 in the Hart Auditorium on the BYU-Idaho campus. The program will also be broadcast live to other campus locations and to stake centers throughout the area. Elder Val R. Christensen, a former member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy, has been announced as the president of the Rexburg Temple. His wife Ruth will serve with him as temple matron. Elder Christensen has served in several Area Presidencies and as second counselor in the general presidency of the Sunday School. His other Church service includes bishop, stake president, and mission president.

Canoeing & School

I went canoeing with my branch a few weeks ago. I ended up with 2 brothers who were intent on tipping everyone, ourselves included (as you can tell by my face). It was a cool day and I wasn't expecting to go swimming. At least I was covered so I coulds stay warmish. Pretty much as soon as we got out of the river, the rain/hail started. It was perfect timing and a great day.

I just found out that I was admitted to go back to school full-time starting winter semester here at BYU-Idaho. I will be majoring in Child Development and will graduate next December (2008). I will hopefully go on to grad school from there and earn an MS and hopefully a PhD someday. WAHOO!

Thanks for your posts. If you want to, but don't have access, let me know at shamarhen@hotmail.com. I can give you access to post. Love you!

hello

Hi everybody! Well we are doing good down here, we hope everyone else is the same. Kayla just started school and she loves it. She's made lot's of friends already. I just started taking three online classes at a community college here. It is nice because it keeps me plenty busy, but I still can stay at home with Callie. Callie is going to be turning one next week. We cannot believe it's been a year already. Time sure does fly. I was thinking about it this morning and I realized we have moved seven times in the past seven years! Wow... I really would like to find a home and quit moving around so much. So hopefully that is our next big adventure... finding a house. We have to make sure we want to stay here long term thought before we make any permanant plans. Well, anyway we'll keep you posted!