Christmas came to our house this year. Tricia and Her Family came to visit for the holiday. So much fun was had by all. We were in the process of packing and getting the house ready for our mission. Here are a few pictures to enjoy. We certainly missed the rest of our children.

This is one of the cutest (funniest) cartoons I have seen lately. Thought you might enjoy it . We laughed pretty hard when we read it. Our Friend has it framed and on a wall in her house. She knows the cartoonist. Go ahead and laugh.

Coy Loree Woodward Carson

My Mother

My Mother is not doing well. She is 84 years old and close to returning home. I will miss her. For years she has been my mentor, best friend, cheerleader, role model and leader. It is because of her and the decision she and my Dad made in 1957 to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints that I have the blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ in my life. Because of her and her love for being a Mother that I love being a Mother. I learned from her how to be dedicated to my callings in the church. I learned to see the world as a great place. To feel that I could do anything, that I was smart, organized and had some level of creativity. She made me take piano lessons, (which by the way I wish I had studied harder) , We listened to good music , enjoyed good musical theater and movies. I saw her work hard on our yard to have beautiful flowers, green grass and trees. I appreciate trees of any kind.
I have a deep appreciation for little children and they joy they can be to all of us. The role a mother plays in their lives. She taught me to forgive others and not hold grudges. To apologize when necessary(which I have to do often, because I have not learned to control my mouth)( oh well, at least I know how)
She loved my friends, helped when they needed it. She loved my husband and my children, knowing they were the best.
I see that she needs to return to her Father in Heaven , but I will miss her sweet influence in my life. Thanks to my knowledge of the gospel plan I know that I will see her again.
She will enjoy the reunion on the other side, with her parents and a Sister that she never knew. Aunts(one that she is named after) and Uncles, Grandparents that love her too.
She married one of the greatest Men on the earth. He has loved her and cared for her through their 62 years of marriage.
I love you Mom,