Hey everyone just wanted to let you know that howard and shaley had a baby girl on december 21st at 7:15pm She weighed 9lbs and was 21 inches long. She is a spitzenberger through and through....
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Chloe Nadine Spitzenberger
Hey everyone just wanted to let you know that howard and shaley had a baby girl on december 21st at 7:15pm She weighed 9lbs and was 21 inches long. She is a spitzenberger through and through....
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Mayes Family Christmas Eve
Hello All!
We are getting the plans going for the Mayes Family Christmas Eve! This year, we have reserved the Church Gym for our dinner. We will start at 5:30.
Geraldine is putting together a program. Claudia will bring her Nativity costumes, but if anyone has their own costume they would like to use, please feel free to bring it.
We will be having a fish pond for kids under 12; however, small gifts have already been purchased, so no one will need to bring gifts.
We will be having pulled pork and baked potatoes! The meat, potatoes, and rolls will be provided, but we are asking for your participation for the remainder of the items. Below is a list of items needed. Please leave a comment with what you are able to bring and I will keep the list updated.
Cheese--2lbs. shredded
1. Kristin & Eli
2. Claudia
3.
4.
Butter--1 pound
1. Juanita
2. Juanita
3. Claudia
4. Claudia
Sour Cream--32 oz.
1. Kenneth
2.
3.
4.
Bacon Bits
1. Kenneth
2.
3.
Broccoli Cheddar Topping
1. Ella
2.
Desserts--enough to feed 12-15
1.Ella
2. Kristin & Eli
3. Juanita
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
We will have dinner, then the program, then enjoy dessert while the kids enjoy the fishpond. It will be a wonderful evening and we're looking forward to making lasting memories! If you have any questions or input, feel free to give Nicole a call :)
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Hailey Grace Shelton
first i want to say that kayla is making this blog.
my nana said HAILEY is so cute she is a nina clone and GUESS WHAT NANA IS GOING TO CRY LIKE A BABY BECAUSE ALL OF HER GIRLS NINA,KARREN,KAYLA,CALLIE AND HAILEY ARE ALL IN ARKANSAS :( P.S I THINK ITS GREAT! :)
Monday, August 3, 2009
New website!
Hey Patricia and everyone else!
Thanks for the new post and all the pics! They are great! It was a great reunion and my wife and I had a blast. Thanks everyone for putting this together!
Just so every one knows. I have for the first time setup my own web page and am hosting it on my own server in my basement. I built everything from scratch. It is in a testing stage so forgive me of any problems you may find in it. This is just a hobby of mine and now have the ability to show it off.
You can go to it at http://familypad.thruhere.net. Just copy and paste this link into your address bar.
You will find photos of my family, videos (be aware that they take a little time to upload), my own blog page, and fun games to play. Like I said before, this is still in testing so don't fault me for errors you find. HAAHAA!!! If anyone appreciates this site, I hope Donny does as he probably knows what it takes to setup your own web server. It's not as easy as it sounds. I've taken years to get to this point in my technical abilities. I've always thought I've had a learning handicap so this is quite an acomplishment for me. Donny could probably figure it out in his sleep. GO Donny! Congrats again on your graduation!
Thanks for the new post and all the pics! They are great! It was a great reunion and my wife and I had a blast. Thanks everyone for putting this together!
Just so every one knows. I have for the first time setup my own web page and am hosting it on my own server in my basement. I built everything from scratch. It is in a testing stage so forgive me of any problems you may find in it. This is just a hobby of mine and now have the ability to show it off.
You can go to it at http://familypad.thruhere.net. Just copy and paste this link into your address bar.
You will find photos of my family, videos (be aware that they take a little time to upload), my own blog page, and fun games to play. Like I said before, this is still in testing so don't fault me for errors you find. HAAHAA!!! If anyone appreciates this site, I hope Donny does as he probably knows what it takes to setup your own web server. It's not as easy as it sounds. I've taken years to get to this point in my technical abilities. I've always thought I've had a learning handicap so this is quite an acomplishment for me. Donny could probably figure it out in his sleep. GO Donny! Congrats again on your graduation!
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Hannah wanted to be one of the boys, but lacked facial hair.
I wonder if Pauline was standing next to them for this picture.
Ella was the most popular cousin on July 4th.
The Robert and Juanita Hawley family. (How many poses does it take YOUR family before a good shot is taken with everyone looking at the camera? I don't think we got one with everyone looking at the same time. But the photographer was very patient and fun.)
We visited Aunt Glea, Aunt Neva, Aunt Hannah and Aunt Elianor the day before we headed back to Oregon. I'm glad we saw Glea before she died (the next day). Hannah bounced Maren on her knees and called her Amber.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
It's getting hot down here
Okay, WHAT WAS I THINKING?!?!?! I'm going to be NINE months pregnant in JULY in ARKANSAS! I went grocery shopping today and it was like 100 degrees, but when you add the humidity on top of that... Wow, let's just say it's something to experience. I definately think I will be timing out the arrival of our next baby if we decide to have one.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Deloy and Nellie Mayes Family Reunion
Just a few more updates about the reunion. Thanks for being patient with all of them.
Dinner on the 2nd will be at Mike and Nicole's. They live on the corner of Nevada and 5th, across the street from Haskell's Furniture. If you could bring the following that night, please let me know:
-Drinks
-Shredded Cheese
-Olives
-Refried Beans
-Sour Cream
-Ranch
-Sliced tomatoes
-Anything else you might want on your Navajo Tacos
-Veggies/Fruits-Dessert(other toppings have already been spoken for)
On Saturday the 4th, Gail Collins will open the pool for the family in the afternoon. I am not sure of the exact time, but bring your swimming suits!
That evening, the following foods are needed for the hotdog roast. Please let me know if you could bring something:
-Dessert
-Chips
-Drinks
-Salads
-Veggies/Fruits
Adrin and Ella will be at her parents house for fireworks, but they have offered their driveway/field to light of any fireworks that shouldn't be lit around children. Anyhow, I am excited to see everyone. Please let me know if you have any questions. Love ya!
Dinner on the 2nd will be at Mike and Nicole's. They live on the corner of Nevada and 5th, across the street from Haskell's Furniture. If you could bring the following that night, please let me know:
-Drinks
-Shredded Cheese
-Olives
-Refried Beans
-Sour Cream
-Ranch
-Sliced tomatoes
-Anything else you might want on your Navajo Tacos
-Veggies/Fruits-Dessert(other toppings have already been spoken for)
On Saturday the 4th, Gail Collins will open the pool for the family in the afternoon. I am not sure of the exact time, but bring your swimming suits!
That evening, the following foods are needed for the hotdog roast. Please let me know if you could bring something:
-Dessert
-Chips
-Drinks
-Salads
-Veggies/Fruits
Adrin and Ella will be at her parents house for fireworks, but they have offered their driveway/field to light of any fireworks that shouldn't be lit around children. Anyhow, I am excited to see everyone. Please let me know if you have any questions. Love ya!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Mayes Family Reunion
So, my mom (with the help of a few others) finally decided on plans for the reunion at the beginning of July. The evening of July 2 (Thursday) we'll have Navaho tacos. Yum, yum. This will most likely take place at Mike and Nicole's house, since our yard is full of rivets from trucks. Thursday the 3rd is when Mandi and her family are being sealed in the Billings temple. We're not sure of the time, but she wanted late afternoon. Friday morning is the breakfast for the extended family. It's at the park close to our house. That evening is a hot dog roast and Richard and Linda's. We will also watch a movie outside. Then, those that want to light fireworks can head over to Adrin's across the field. Those that just want to watch (those with little ones) can stay at Richard and Linda's and see from there.
Well, let me know if you have any questions. Wahoo!
Well, let me know if you have any questions. Wahoo!
Monday, May 18, 2009
Spencer has another kid!
Hi all,
Rhonda gave birth to Isabel Kathryn Hawley on May 17th at 5:36pm. She is 5lbs 7oz and 19in long. She was 2 weeks early because she hadn't been growing in side of Rhonda for 3 weeks. They figured they could nourish her better outside of mommy. If you are interested in more info feel free to call us at the room at 801-387-4122.
See pics coming soon!
Love Spencer ,Rhonda, Aaron, and Isabel
Rhonda gave birth to Isabel Kathryn Hawley on May 17th at 5:36pm. She is 5lbs 7oz and 19in long. She was 2 weeks early because she hadn't been growing in side of Rhonda for 3 weeks. They figured they could nourish her better outside of mommy. If you are interested in more info feel free to call us at the room at 801-387-4122.
See pics coming soon!
Love Spencer ,Rhonda, Aaron, and Isabel
Saturday, March 28, 2009
My wife is going to live!
Hey all,
A little update about the S. Hawley fam. Rhonda had a bad abdominal attack about 2 weeks ago. We were at the ER for several hours while they monitored her. They took some ultrasounds and told use they would contact us back when they found out more. They were saying it could be gall stones or a pancreatic attack. If it were the latter she would be threatened with cancer if not removed and diabetes if it were removed. Thanks to your prayers and mom putting her name in the temple the doctors called us and said she just has several gall stones. We found out that they recomend she wait until after she give birth to have them removed if she can. If she has another attck before the baby comes though they will force her to get the surgery right away.
Speaking of the baby, the pregnancy is going great. Nothing to report about there except that Rhonda is losing weight instead of gaining. She is only 7 pounds heavier then when she wasn't pregnant. The doctors say it's fine though because the baby is still growing. We are excited and scared for May 30th. We look forward to a little girl but we are feeling the pressure of being way over our heads.
Aaron is doing well. He is dancing with different moves now. He will bob up and down, then clap, then pat his legs, then twirl around and around. He is communicating with sign language as well when he is hungry or wants more. We really like that! The only problem so far is that he uses the eat sign for food and drink. He doesn't like it when we give him the wrong one. LOL! Just 2 days ago he figured out how to tickle us back. He will lift up your shirt, pinch you, and say "ikle, ikle, ikle!" He is only 15 months old.
Work is going ok and Rhonda and I are both back in school. I only have five classes left after this semester! Our tax return was good to us and we have most of our debts paid off now. We only have some medical bills and student loans left. I was able to fix the 150cc scooter I acquired and ride it to work every day now. ( Hope your jealous Hans. LOL) It's nice to have my own mode of transportation. I certainly can't commute with it though. It's not freeway legal in Utah. I like being able to leave the car with Rhonda though while I'm at work.
Finally, I know you will all say we are crazy but we now have three ferrets. We only have 1 ferret for the last 2 years. Don't worry, we got a HUGE cage and put it out side in the back yard. We are not stinking up the house. I have a co-worker that had to get rid of her 2 ferrets. She had the huge cage and lots of equipment. It was all given to us for free so it is no extra cost to us. Ferrets eat dry cat food so they are very cheap to keep. Anyway, the two new ferrets are sooo cute, their fur is so soft and cuddly, and they love people. We thought Karrot was cool but now we see her real personality when comparing her to the other two. She is mean and rough to the others. I can't blame her since we had a cat for awhile that she had to defend herself against. (Oh ya, we got rid of our cat before we moved to this new place.) Karrot is great with people but not other animals. Oh, we got a boy and a girl. The boy is Soot and the girl is Asha. So ya, we have 3 ferrets. If any of you want a ferret we have plenty and we could give you a good cage to go with it. They are all fixed and their scent glands have been cut out so they aren't as stinky as a wild ferret. I'm not trying to get rid of any of them but I know that we won't be able to keep them forever. Well that's enough for now I'm sure.
Love Spencer, Rhonda, and Aaron
A little update about the S. Hawley fam. Rhonda had a bad abdominal attack about 2 weeks ago. We were at the ER for several hours while they monitored her. They took some ultrasounds and told use they would contact us back when they found out more. They were saying it could be gall stones or a pancreatic attack. If it were the latter she would be threatened with cancer if not removed and diabetes if it were removed. Thanks to your prayers and mom putting her name in the temple the doctors called us and said she just has several gall stones. We found out that they recomend she wait until after she give birth to have them removed if she can. If she has another attck before the baby comes though they will force her to get the surgery right away.
Speaking of the baby, the pregnancy is going great. Nothing to report about there except that Rhonda is losing weight instead of gaining. She is only 7 pounds heavier then when she wasn't pregnant. The doctors say it's fine though because the baby is still growing. We are excited and scared for May 30th. We look forward to a little girl but we are feeling the pressure of being way over our heads.
Aaron is doing well. He is dancing with different moves now. He will bob up and down, then clap, then pat his legs, then twirl around and around. He is communicating with sign language as well when he is hungry or wants more. We really like that! The only problem so far is that he uses the eat sign for food and drink. He doesn't like it when we give him the wrong one. LOL! Just 2 days ago he figured out how to tickle us back. He will lift up your shirt, pinch you, and say "ikle, ikle, ikle!" He is only 15 months old.
Work is going ok and Rhonda and I are both back in school. I only have five classes left after this semester! Our tax return was good to us and we have most of our debts paid off now. We only have some medical bills and student loans left. I was able to fix the 150cc scooter I acquired and ride it to work every day now. ( Hope your jealous Hans. LOL) It's nice to have my own mode of transportation. I certainly can't commute with it though. It's not freeway legal in Utah. I like being able to leave the car with Rhonda though while I'm at work.
Finally, I know you will all say we are crazy but we now have three ferrets. We only have 1 ferret for the last 2 years. Don't worry, we got a HUGE cage and put it out side in the back yard. We are not stinking up the house. I have a co-worker that had to get rid of her 2 ferrets. She had the huge cage and lots of equipment. It was all given to us for free so it is no extra cost to us. Ferrets eat dry cat food so they are very cheap to keep. Anyway, the two new ferrets are sooo cute, their fur is so soft and cuddly, and they love people. We thought Karrot was cool but now we see her real personality when comparing her to the other two. She is mean and rough to the others. I can't blame her since we had a cat for awhile that she had to defend herself against. (Oh ya, we got rid of our cat before we moved to this new place.) Karrot is great with people but not other animals. Oh, we got a boy and a girl. The boy is Soot and the girl is Asha. So ya, we have 3 ferrets. If any of you want a ferret we have plenty and we could give you a good cage to go with it. They are all fixed and their scent glands have been cut out so they aren't as stinky as a wild ferret. I'm not trying to get rid of any of them but I know that we won't be able to keep them forever. Well that's enough for now I'm sure.
Love Spencer, Rhonda, and Aaron
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
Paul Ray Gardner
Born 1-26-09 at 9:15 am. He weighed 6 lbs 14 oz. He is doing good. He has jaundice so he has to be on the billi lights. I am still recovering turns out that I got the pneumoni. So I was pretty sick over the weekend. I went to the hospital friday night and has some cat scans done to see what the problem was. They thought there might be a blood clot but there wasn't thank goodness. Bryce has been so wonderful! He has made sure I have everything I need and helps me with about almost everything. We are glad that Paul came into our family. I hope you all will get to meet him soon. We love you all
Love the Gardners
Monday, January 19, 2009
I'm not dead, I was just hybernating.
Well you know life is getting too busy when you don't have time to blog. I've really missed it and actually feel guilty that it has been so long since I have posted. Tonight was such a nice night that I had to say something about it. I was laying on the couch, (completely bushed) but so content with a grandchild asleep on my chest another playing close by. Richard rubbing my feet and Mark playing on the guitar and singing as the other kids played card games. I told Richard this is one of the best moments in life. What more could a person ask for?
Friday, January 9, 2009
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