cousins

On Sunday we had the Skinner family over for dinner and the kids had so much fun! They played dress up, star wars, and got soaking wet - thanks to Owen for turning on the hose and squirting anyone in sight! We had a great time - here are just a couple of pictures.

More pictures from Utah

Daria's first trip!

Daria and I had the opportunity to fly to Utah to attend my Aunt's memorial service. The service was beautiful. There were so many people there who did so much to make the service so special. It was great to see so many friends and family members who I haven't see in a long time. It was also great for Daria to meet her Great Nana and some of her cousins! Here are some photos of the service and our trip.
Aunt Jean,Nana and my mom
Cheney cousins
Great nana
Greta and Daria

In loving memory of my Aunt Allison

Jane Allison Cheney
Jane Allison Cheney 1950 ~ 2008 Jane Allison Cheney passed away peacefully on Mon., July 14, 2008. She was born April 12, 1950 to Barbara Wentworth Cheney and Arch Allen Cheney in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. Allison taught us how to love unconditionally and appreciate the simple things in life. She lived close to the spirit and knew she was a child of God. She loved Christmas, singing primary songs and her Diet Coke. She collected purses, notebooks and pens; dollar bills were her favorite gift. She will be greatly missed by her dear, life long friends who are part of her group home. Her family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the many caregivers who have rendered countless hours of service on her behalf. She is survived by her mother, sisters, Karen (Douglas) Owen and Calleen (Larry) Precourt, brother, Arch Cheney, sister-in-law, Geri Aposhian-Gibbs, and six nieces, four nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, July 18, 2008 at Neil O'Donnell Neil and Sons Mortuary, 372 E. 100 S., in Salt Lake City. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 E. 1300 S. Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 7/16/2008 Allison was an amazing person and I feel so blessed to have had her in my life. I am grateful for the time I spent with her and for all the things she taught me. She always made me realize what was important in life. She was the most loving person I knew. She always made you feel like you were so special. I will always hear her sweet voice in my head "my Megan". I love you Allison.

"I'm glad I have a mom"

Last night when I was putting Owen to bed he was giving me a hug and he said "I'm glad I have a mom and I'm glad you look like this".

I thought it was so sweet! I love my little guy!

What an exciting weekend!

Joe surprised us and took us ice skating! Luckily we had Daria so I didn't have to skate. Joe took both the kids on the ice at the same time - big mistake. Emma was freaking out - as you can see from the picture. She only made it out to the middle and then insisted that Joe carry her back. Keep in mind that this is only the second time Joe has been ice skating! Owen was falling down all over the place but Joe couldn't help him. Finally a man dressed in hockey gear came over and helped him up. Emma went once and never returned to the ice


Owen went back out and actually went around 2 times! It was nice and cold inside - Emma thought we were in Utah. I think that is the last time we go ice skating for awhile!




Daria and mom go to church for the first time in a month! This called for matching dresses and shoes for Emma and Daria(thanks nana)! Owen and Emma were so excited to have her go to church. Emma told Daria "you are going to love our church it is so fun".

My Punky Brewster

Every time Emma sees me posting on the blog she wants a picture of her put on. So here is a picture of Emma when she was in school. I did her hair and then she went in and picked out her outfit. When I dropped her off at school her teacher couldn't believe the resemblance to Punky Brewster. What do you think??

One month old

I can't believe Daria is one month old today - it seems like just yesterday she was born! It was the most painful delivery I have ever had but it was so worth it! We love our little Daria and can't wait to watch her grow! By the way we think she might be a red head!!

We love you great Nana!

Today my mom's mom had another surgery. She is 93 and one of the most amazing women I know. We hope she feels better and has a fast recovery! We love and miss you very much!!