Our Wishes, Hopes, and Dreams Form the Future

Mormons Mobolize?!

2010-06-10T07:35:00.000-07:00

( I want to start this post by stating very clearly. I am very close to Susan, probably the closest friend she had in her work life. I have known her almost the entire time she has been in Utah. I do not consider myself LDS / Mormon, in fact I am a very non traditional basic Christian, who has a strong faith in God, and the Bible. (I am in no way implying the LDS / Mormon church does not believe in the bible or God. I am not here to start debates, or cause conflict.) The following are my opinions on a recent web page added to www.susanpowell.org by Steven and Josh Powell, titled: "Mormons Mobolize"

What does this even mean.. I want to start with that.. Mobilize? As in Attack? How on earth could you seriously feel attacked? They helped you move, when everything in their soul, and every inch of their being was probably screaming inside, "Why?!" "No!"

They have been very open to you! Believe me "Mobilization, and Attacks" They look much different than what you have seen from the Mormon Church so far. I see them trying to help and work with you in the best way anyone knows how given the little information we all have to work with based on what you have provided so far. It's really hard to stay positive and be nice to the one person that saw her last, and has shared the least amount of information on what took place before she disappeared.

It is really hard to not pass judgement that you must know more, since you are appearing so unwilling to help. It appears that Josh picked up, gave up, and left, and appear that Josh is erasing everything that resembles Susan from his life as well as those precious children.. I will come back to more on that very subject later.

here is the first paragraph of the article:

" SusanPowell.org is a positive and uplifting site to spread the word about Susan and her family in the wake of this tragedy. We believe SusanPowell.org is doing a great deal in the search effort as it is keeping public interest alive. Every page published has been totally positive and yet every single page has been criticized by individuals claiming to be Susan's friends and family. Their venom leaves people asking, what is the real reason for their animosity toward Josh and his entire family and extended family? "

Ok.. I will give you that.. you are definitely keeping interest alive.. No doubt about that, since this seems to be the ONLY way Josh and Steven Powell has communicated ANYTHING since Susan's disappearance. Sadly, non of the information thus far has really been of much use in helping find Susan, we do have a better insight into the "Powell's" minds and the way they look at life.

"has been criticized by individuals claiming to be Susan's friends and family."

I don't have to "CLAIM" anything, I was very close to Susan, I took your family pictures, she fixed my hair, I worked with her for years. Everyone has a right to criticize the information that's provided, since there has been some information provided that is just not correct, close friends and family do know these things, you can throw out facts and info until you are blue in the face, they can be full of lies, but it's not going to help find Susan. Especially if: A. They are not correct. and B. It's irrelevant information into helping find Susan. (example: her extensive background given on her profession as a hairstylist)

"Their venom leaves people asking, what is the real reason for their animosity toward Josh and his entire family and extended family? "

Gee, what could it be? Why all this anger? and "Venom"

For me personally, I will answer this question.. I am upset.. for several reasons.. and guess what, again.. I'm not a Mormon, just a very close concerned friend.

You wont talk to the police, and I haven't seen you try very hard Josh..
You LEFT.. Sorry, if there was any hope she was coming home it was shattered the day I found out you were skipping out of town. NO MATTER THE PRESSURE, you should have stayed for your kids (keep their life as normal as possible) And in hopes to find your missing wife, in hopes she would come home, walk through that door.. etc.
You made a website that seems to almost MOCK Susan at times, there are little jabs here and there.. you are trying to make it look positive, but I can see the jabs.. as a close friend to Susan, if she was to read the page, she would too..
We all want to help, and we want your help. When a mass amount of people are offering up help, and you don't use the help that is offered, it tends to make people wonder. WE WANT TO FIND YOUR WIFE!

"The Powell's are working diligently to find Susan. Their detractors within that movement are not privy to what the Powell's are and have been doing, so they presume to make judgments without regard to facts."

We are all dying to know what is it you are diligently working on. Could you be more specific please?! It would be much easier to not throw any Venom your way, if we could understand better.. What are the facts? What are the Powells actually doing? In another recent article in Salt Lake Tribune, there was mention of working with 6 different law inforcement agencies? Still no specifics.. Are we throwing lies? Partial truths out there? Are you in fact "Working With" them, or have you had the privelidge of speaking breiefly and not saying much, and refusing to talk any further with six different agencies? Maybe somewhere in between? We would like to know.

Judgments that have been made, I am sure are only based on the facts we have. Susan is missing, in less than a month you move your entire family away from your family home. You have not wanted to help in the larger search efforts. I know there have been several open invitations for you. I know it's hard to see past the anger, but I can promise you, those invitations are very open, people in general would like to see you help. Your unwillingness to talk further about that night, and share any details that you know that might help, is also of concern. These are the facts that I believe people are making their judgments from.

"There seems to be one core issue that motivates this group of detractors, and that is their religious cohesion"

This is not true, especially in my case.. I am not cohesive with the Mormon Faith.. Sorry.. I want to feel for you so badly.. I want to have the ability to grieve for you Josh.. I do grieve for your kids.. Your Mother, Your Sister.. Because they are Mormon? No! NOT AT ALL.. they have shown compassion, they care, they want Susan found. I see glimpses of this from you.. I am sure if you were more open with your grief, even though it is hard, you might find the door for compassion opens up. I have a feeling this won't ever happen.

"However, too many supporters are openly parroting the Mormons' hostility toward Josh and his father Steve, because Steve is an ex-Mormon."

I actually never even knew Steve was Mormon?! Because it doesn't matter.. I mean really? The "Powell's" could be attacking any religion right now, and it would all sound the same.. "why are you focused on us, look.. we are being attacked! Are we distracting you away from the real cause yet?"

"From the beginning, Susan's father, Chuck Cox, started using the Mormon Church phone directory and Facebook as networks to privately contact Josh's friends and loved ones."

Wow, that is an excellent idea actually.. what an efficient way to contact the neighbors that Susan might have been close too. I would not have thought of this, but when you are looking for your daughter, I am sure you would try ANYTHING.. I would..

As far as the pressure on "Josh"
I have talked to Chuck several times.. He knows how close I am to his daughter.. I have even been around several times when Josh was around, I could have tried to go "pressure" him if I felt the desire when he was in town, but Never was asked to, nor did I have the desire..

Among other things, Chuck was asking people to "pressure" Josh, asking them to withhold affection and friendship, and asking them to spy on Josh. In addition, Chuck's organization used the media to spread rumors and innuendo.

Well.. Chuck never asked me to spy on you. And what was said on TV, I can confirm, Susan shared this with me. More than once. I know what was shared, about the "implied abuse" seemed extremely real to me, and I could share more information, but I feel that the point has been made. Based on conversations with Susan, it is Not RUMORS or innuendo. It is just very frustrating and sad for those of us who know Susan, believe me, we all gave her advice. She just loved Josh so much and really wanted to make it work. She wanted the man back that she Married.

"Josh's estranged sister, Jennifer Graves, is among these detractors. She made it clear that she does not recognize the need to protect the children from the media and general hostility prevalent in Utah.

Jennifer was participating in the "pressure Josh" campaign when she made a concerted effort to alienate Josh from friends in the Mormon Church. After Josh and the children moved in with Josh's father, Jennifer and Kirk Graves made sure that Mormons knew that Josh's father is critical of Mormonism."

Now, maybe I am wrong here, I am not that close to the Powell family at all, however it is my understanding that the Powell's (Josh and Steve) pushed Jennifer away, when she tried to show compassion and concern, and be there for her brother.

Now, Keeping the kids and family in Utah was never about subjecting the kids and family to media. It's about being in the place where you last saw Susan. Trying to keep the kids life as normal as possible, keep them in day care, try to keep a similar routine, with what is familiar to them, not uproot them and turn their world completely upside down, and take away everything mommy away from them.

I know, if my sibling was THE PERSON OF INTEREST in a missing persons case, I would want to be there, and hope that my sibling was willing to talk about it, and I would be there to support my sibling, that would include asking the hard questions, because who else will? and I know my siblings would maybe be upset, however it's family... Family has the right to be open, and hopefully honest with each other, especially when times are hard.

" Jennifer has hated her father, Steve Powell, for openly expressing his views as an ex-Mormon. Although Jennifer's siblings have attempted to maintain a relationship with Jennifer over the years, all four of Jennifer's siblings have always felt that Jennifer strongly resented them as well. Jennifer's long-held grudge has created a divide between Mormons and non-Mormons in the Powell family."

I know nothing about any of this.

This I do know, for reasons I will not share, I know beyond a doubt that Susan had issues with Josh's Father Steve. I know she had her reasons for not wanting to be there for long periods of time. I also know she did not trust leaving her children there. I also know for a fact those reasons had NOTHING to do with religion. That is all I will say about that.

As far as Josh's decision to look into other christian belief's and faiths, I have no quarrels with this, I just pray that he is careful with those children, to not confuse them. I do feel a slower separation from their faith for the children might have been better emotionally. I know Susan would feel devastated. It breaks my heart to know this would break Susan's heart. I just feel like if this is the path you want to take, fine.. I mean really.. I left the church for my own reasons as well. However why are you publicizing this? Why does it feel like the Powell's are just trying to make stabs and fight back, and not honestly making a change in religious views? Maybe just trying to cuase a stir, and detract focus again away from what is really important?

There were some very deep conversations I had with Susan that lead me to believe that Josh was struggling with his belief in God, not just Mormonism, that his beliefs in Christianity as a whole was being shaken. It went beyond Mormonism. That is why I feel this is a ploy to just make another stab. Another distraction technique.

Susan and I had so many in depth conversations about religion, about why I left the Mormon church, what she could do to try and relate to what Josh was going through, and help him through a rough time of questions. She was questioning what life would look like if Josh completely left the church, and how to continue in her own beliefs. She never faltered from her faith. Not once in all of our conversations. I don't believe for a minute that she would testify against her faith. Believe me when I say, if she ever had a reason to doubt her faith, it would have come from our conversations, and not once, did she ever agree with me, but she was always very interested and fascinated by my view points. It helped her understand.

"I cannot bring myself to believe in Mormonism, but I can lean on other people's testimonies."
- I can never bring myself to believe this, I am sure if she had a change of heart / mind, I would have been one of the first to know.

If you only knew.. Josh, I wish you knew how much she really loves you, how she tried so hard, any way she could to make it work. She wanted to be loved and respected in return, that's all. She wanted the man back she married.

Please let your guard down. Start openly and outwardly helping in the effort. Let those who want to help you back in to your life. If there is nothing to hide, and all you want to do is find your wife, use the media. You don't need to drag your kids in, but you may need to stick your neck out there.. If your intentions are good, people will see that, if they are honest and true.

I am honestly heart broken by Josh Powell's actions. That isn't an attack, it is a fact. It is my personal deepest feelings, it is how I feel. Just the way it is plain and simple.

The Most Difficult Child to Photograph

2010-05-12T11:23:00.000-07:00

I am sure many of you wonder if I just LOVE Clover more than the rest of, my children, and why I post sooo many more pictures of her. Well it's not true, Kaden is just difficult! I love that boy so much, and I really do try to get more pictures of him.. I am about to post an example of what I get when I take pictures of him.. I love this boy, he is so much fun, but just refuses to smile for me!

And then, When he is least expecting it, I catch a descent smile while he is talking to me..

Then there is attempting to get pictures of him with his Sister who LOVES to take pictures.. this is what usually first ensues, a big fight between the two:

and If I am lucky, I can get them to like each other for a few minutes:

Clover of course is always wanting to take pictures, so it's just too easy!

She's Crafty!

2010-05-03T22:27:00.000-07:00

Lol.. couldn't resist the title.. that's right. I'll claim it.. I have my days, I can be creative and crafty! Look what I have been doing on my down time.. Making hats and photo props for adorable babies! =)

I Heart Hypnobabies!

2010-03-28T09:28:00.000-07:00

If you haven't heard, I love Hypnobabies! If you know me at all you would probably know this is one thing I am passionate about, helping other moms find the power with in themselves to be able to have an amazing birth, full of Comfort and Joy! That natural birth does not have to be scary, that it can truely be an amazing, comfortable and beautiful event. Some people have described me as a two sided coin.. One side the Stock Broker, the other side the natural nature loving hippie! What some people don't realize that it is just one package, it is who I am, in fact all types of people use Hypnobabies, stock brokers like myself, Nurses, Lawyers, Teachers. You don't have to be a Hippie to want a natural birth.

Below is a wonderful video put together by Hypnobabies. I love that it shows pictures of mothers who chose Hypnobabies for their birth experience, and that there is no one type of mother, and no set "location" to have your baby. This video features Hospital births, Birth Center births, and Home Births..

***** You might even get a sneak peak of our cute little family as well.. ;)

Lucky to have good friends!

2010-03-13T13:51:00.000-08:00

Clover is one lucky girl! She is lucky to have the friends she has.. One of them is Little Ms. Z.

They always have so much fun together!

You can see how lucky they are to have each other

Clover is one lucky girl! She is lucky to have the friends she has.. One of them is Little Ms. Z.

Let's see what we can all do to find Susan

2010-01-04T07:16:00.000-08:00

As many of you know Susan is a very close friend of mine from work, we have known each other for almost six years now. We have laughed and cried together.. been there for each other studying for our Licenses (series 7 and 63 brokers license) We have been pregnant together, been to each other's baby showers. She does my hair, I take her pictures and we let the kids play together. I miss my friend so much and just want to bring her home any way possible.

There has been a lot of emotion over the last month since Susan has been missing. Me and Susan were looking forward to our work party, that was scheduled the same week as the disappearance. She had a joke that she was going to show up Wearing a Tiara, and a prom dress. I couldn't wait to see her actually do it! I went to the work party, and no Susan of course, it was hard.. That very same night, we had the first Vigil for Susan, I cried as we sang "Silent Night" one of her favorite songs.. I spent that week and several others since talking to the police, and giving the media permission to use her beautiful pictures.. Anything to help bring her home.

Before I knew it, Christmas was here, and I couldn't disappoint my kids, I had to pick myself up, and stop worrying so much, I had to show my kids the importance of Christmas, what it is all about about, and how to let love in. I hope my kids don't know how it really felt inside.. numb.. still searching for Susan.. wondering if it is so hard for me.. what is it like for her family? How is it I am so lucky to hold my kids, make Christmas cookies and read them stories and tuck them into bed. I cry just thinking about how Charlie and Braden must feel missing their Mommy.

Braden just had a birthday, and Charlies will be very soon as well. I know Susan, she would never want to miss all of these big important events in her children's lives. If she is alive and out there, I don't want to imagine the torture she is going through, missing all of this. Part of me hopes she is just at peace, and is not going through that kind of pain, or any for that matter.

I just pray some how we find her, that someone knows something that will help bring this Long search to an end. Peace to the torment that everyone close to her like myself is going through. Please do what you can to pass around the flier, send the video link, join the FaceBook friends and family group. There is so much you can do to get her face out there.. You never know who might have seen her, or seen something that can help bring this all to an end, bring her home..

here is her flier:

For the love of the feet!

2009-12-31T13:58:00.000-08:00

I have always wanted a baby that loves to play with his toes. Kaden and Clover both had no interest in their feet whatsoever.. Finally, I have been blessed! Holston can't get enough of his feet!

Susan is one of those people that you want to have in your life. She is so giving, and always there to listen. I have known this wonderful girl for almost six years when I started working with her at Fidelity Investments. We studied for our licenses together, we grew as friends, and we were always there for each other through our pregnancies, and birth of our children. I would do anything for her, and she has already done so much for me. She loves her kids more than anything in this world, and I want her to come home safe and sound to her kids. I recently took pictures of her with her family as you can see above.

If you have seen Susan anywhere or have any information to her where abouts please contact the West Valley Police Department at: 801-840-4000

If you can, copy the attatched flier by clicking on the image, then save it and you can print and distribute this flyer:

Here are some related news stories:

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=148&sid=8965718

http://www.fox13now.com/news/kstu-wvc-woman-missing,0,1741948.story

http://www.abc4.com/news/local/story/Missing-West-Valley-woman-update/PNKOVbbZVEq8D4Fka2QYTw.cspx

http://www.sltrib.com/ci_13967860?source=most_viewed

If you facebook, there has been a page set up to help in the search for Susan

search for "Friends and Family of Susan Powell" to join the group

Clover's Birthday

2009-12-06T18:44:00.000-08:00

We had a wonderful time celebrating Clover's birthday last night with family.. As you can see Clover really had a great time!

Ohh the sweet things life brings!

2009-12-03T15:24:00.000-08:00

I love these two so much! This is my Step Brother Colby and his wife Courtni. The first picture is one of their engagement pictures taken a couple years ago, they are soo cute here! Now their family has grown, and they have a new addition to the family, baby Blake! I thought it was so cool I was able to get another picture of them with Blake in the same location as one of thier engagement pictures!

Bear in a Basket.

2009-11-14T15:00:00.001-08:00

More of Holston at 3 months.. so cute!

Holston is three months old!

2009-10-14T14:16:00.000-07:00

more pics to come...

Remember when?

2009-09-22T15:03:00.000-07:00

I was just sitting here at work, and thinking about when Kaden was Two months old, like Holston is now.. It was a very interesting, exciting, and hard time in our lives. I don't know how to pin it down to one emotion or word. I had been laid off my job in San Diego at Cingular Wireless.. I had a brand new baby, and was not anywhere near ready to look for a new job, it was time to move back Home to Utah. We were so sad to leave the friends we were leaving behind.. the family we had "made" in San Diego. At the same time we were also looking forward to bringing Kaden home to our family, and giving him the gift of, Aunts, Uncles and Grandparents. I can't believe how much has changed in almost 7 years, we were like Kids! Ok.. we are still like kids.. but older looking.. and now we have 3 kids of our own, not just 1. Here is a Picture of us shortly after we moved back:

Wow.. looking at this picture I still can't get over how much Kaden looks like his new brother Holston. No wonder these memories have been flooding back! Here is a picture of Holston this evening..

I almost forgot...

2009-09-17T18:14:00.001-07:00

Going for a ride...

2009-09-17T00:27:00.000-07:00

For Holston's 2 month pictures I wanted to try something new,that I haven't seen before. I wanted it to be something that was fun, creative, and a little bit of something that our family enjoy's. I was watching the kids the other day play outside on the skateboards, and there it was! I used to love riding my board around town as a teenager, and so did Scott. I thought this was the perfect little photo shoot for our sweet little boy! Holston seemed to really enjoy it too! When ever he got a little fussy durring the session, I would hold on to him and roll him back and forth on the floor. He instantly calmed down and started cooing.

A day out with the kids

2009-09-08T09:28:00.000-07:00

Just a few pics from yesterday.. It was good practice for me, I had a baby attatched to me (in the sling!) and wanted to see how well I could manage a mini shoot with baby in tow..

My Review of Sassy Travel Swing - Zanzibar

2009-09-05T12:16:00.001-07:00

Toys R Us

The Zanzibar Travel Swing is a great way to keep baby comfortable and content while out. With three speeds, an automatic shut off timer (15, 30 and 60 minutes) and three different melodies/two sounds mom can ensure baby is entertained. The toy bar contains detachable and interchangeable toys givi...

I wish I knew before I bought the swing

Amber, Mother Childbirth Educator Doula Layton, UT 9/5/2009

Pros: Easy to Clean, Holds Baby's Attention, Easy to Assemble, Lightweight

Cons: Easily Outgrown, Unstable

Best Uses: Infants

Describe Yourself: Doula, Parent of Two or More Children, Childbirth educator

I registered for this product and this was given to me at my baby shower! I was so excited to have a small lightweight compact swing, easy to move from room to room, and not have another huge piece of baby equipment to store. My cousin was visiting us one day right before our baby arrived, and she had her 3 month old with her, he got a little fussy, and I pulled out the swing, I couldn't wait to see it in action! Well the swing could not hold him up?! He kept falling over, so we rolled up a blanket and put it around and under the head support and that seemed to mostly do the trick.

Still I held on to this "cute" little swing, with the impression that it just might be different with my child... and it was... My son is only 7 weeks old, not even two months yet, and was enjoying himself on the swing today, with the blanket contraption around the head support, or he will also falls over. All of the sudden I look over and he is trying to sit up more in the swing, almost lean forward, before I could get to him, "bonk!" my child, and flipped forward in the seat and it caused him to bonk his head on the bar underneath the swing in front! If the weight is shifted to far forward, the seat almost folds in half and throws your baby forward!! My baby was strapped in but still he obviously can hang way over the front of swing enough to hit his head on the floor or bar in front. This is a huge warning, I have been trying to reach the manufacturer but they appear to be closed tonight, I will be calling tomorrow. It appears the previous review also had a simalar problem, I am supprised these haven't been recalled yet.

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My web site is back up and running!

2009-09-05T06:57:00.000-07:00

After quite a few months I finally have my web site back up and running! I will be starting up my Hypnobabies Classes again at the end of the month, and offering Doula services probably sometime around January! If you know anyone who might be interested in an easy comfortable birth with out medication send them to my site!

http://www.birthdreams.com

Wedding Rings

2009-08-16T16:08:00.000-07:00

"Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken." -Ecclesiastes 4:12

Our little boy Holston IS here!

2009-07-20T07:45:00.000-07:00

Holston arrived last Monday! on July 13th, 2009. He was born at 6:46pm weighed 7 lbs. 9 oz. and was 20 inches long. It was an amazing experiance, and one we will never forget. I finally got around to taking some newborn pics. These are the ones I took. I actually have so many more thanks to my good friend Suzy! She did an amazing job taking more pictures of Holston for us, and was able to do it when he was only 3 days old! You can see those pics here: Suzy's Blog

Something Rare!

2009-07-12T22:24:00.000-07:00

First of all, it's a picture of me.. LOL
Next, I'm 39 weeks pregnant, and this should be my last
pregnancy.. Last, I really don't like to post pictures of myself,
so rare treat..

Kaden's Kindergarten Gradutation!

2009-06-05T17:42:00.000-07:00

My boy is now a first grader?! It's hard to believe. He really did an amazing job in school this year and had a great time. He was actually really upset that there won't be any school this summer, and got as many phone numbers as he could from his friends. He is now reading big paragraph books, and has amazed me in his reading. He is spelling words out on his own, and doing wonderful at writing sentences. Math was his most favorite subject this year, and he has really impressed his teacher, as well as some of the first grade volunteers. It will be nice to have him home for the summer though, and he is now looking forward to when his brother decides to come!

Kaden Loses his first tooth!

2009-05-21T21:46:00.000-07:00

Kaden lost his first tooth tonight, and before the tooth Ferry came and swept that little baby tooth away, we captured the moment.. I can't believe he lost his first tooth! He is growing up so fast, and, even though he was quite nervous about it, he was very brave! I love that sweet boy of mine.

Natural Childbirth options in Northern Utah

2009-04-18T08:34:00.000-07:00

Here is a link to a recent newspaper article I was interviewed for.

http://www.standard.net/live/news/170134/

The swan that wanted to eat my leg!

2009-04-07T21:48:00.001-07:00

So we took the kids to the park today to take some outdoor easter pictures, and Kaden dropped one of his plastic easter eggs in the pond... So while attempting to fish the egg out, this black swan kept trying to eat my leg.. It definitely wasn't afraid of us, and I was able to get some great shots of it though while I was at it!

Easter Pictures

2009-03-29T21:17:00.000-07:00

Had a great time taking a few Easter pictures today, we will be doing more outside later in the week if the weather gets any better!

We made it outside today (4/07/09) The weather was fantastic, and we had a great time!

cupcakes

2009-02-02T16:06:00.000-08:00

Clover got a haircut!

2009-02-02T16:04:00.001-08:00

Happy Birthday Clover!

2008-12-05T11:52:00.001-08:00

Yay! My little girl turns the big 4 today! So much excitement in the last few weeks, I can't believe her birthday is here already. Clover is my true sweet heart. Ever day she has a song to sing to her mommy, and I love how much she loves to always share. Drama is her middle name, but it always makes the time we all have together more interesting. She has grown so much, it really seems to have gone way to fast, here are some pictures of Clover growing up.

slide show take two

2008-12-05T10:36:00.000-08:00

Christmas pictures of the kids

2008-12-03T14:57:00.000-08:00

It was a challange, but I was determined, before it was to late. I got good christmas pictures this year! there are more, but this is what I have finished so far. the kids insisted that I used the santa slide show.. so enjoy, it takes a while to load, be patient

Happy Birthday Kaden!

2008-11-26T08:23:00.000-08:00

Wow, six years.. I know.. I always say that every year. But it is fascinating how fast time really does fly when you are having so much fun with your family. Six years ago, I was so lucky to have this little boy in my arms for the first time, today, I can barely get a hug for more than 5 seconds. Six years ago, I stared into his precious little eyes full of excitement and wonder, wondering what he would be like as he grows up, now, those eyes, light up my day, and it is hard to sometimes keep up with with him.. I wish the growing up part would slow down and just take it's time.. The day he was born we got to hear his cute little coos and crys, and now he fills our house with joy and laughter! I thank God every day for our little "fighter".

A pleasent suprise!

2008-11-23T20:01:00.001-08:00

Lunch break with Susan

2008-11-09T20:54:00.000-08:00

So, my good friend Susan at work has been dying to get a few new pics, so we spent our lunch break taking a few.. She's soo pretty, she deserves these..

Halloween Costume Preview / POTD Graveyards (early)

2008-10-20T15:47:00.000-07:00

First Snow of Fall 08'

2008-10-12T09:10:00.000-07:00

Funny how you can change your mind.

2008-10-08T21:24:00.000-07:00

While going over some photos last night for about the 4th time, I came accross this one. Scott took this picture of me at Courtni and Colby's wedding. The first time I saw it, I didn't really like it as much, but last night, it really cuaght my eye. Having a picture of me is rare, finding one I like, priceless.. *have to pour on the cheese somewhere*

Courtni and her Brides Maids

2008-10-07T22:00:00.000-07:00

some photo shop fun

Kaden's First School Picture

2008-10-07T20:50:00.001-07:00

Kindergarten 2008

My mom's new house!

2008-10-05T23:31:00.000-07:00

I love the new house, we had a lot of fun, and really enjoyed getting away from everything..

Picture Perfect Special

2008-10-04T16:23:00.000-07:00

For the next two weeks only, photo sessions are half off of $150.00!!! That means for only $75.00 you can have some fantastic photos to share with friends and family. Price includes a disk with all the images from the session, including 10-15 edits of the best shots. You will get a copy right release so you have the ability to reproduce and print what ever you like. I will also include one 8 x 10 print of your favorite edit. available times are Monday through Friday, as early as 5:30 p.m.

I can do famlies, babies / infants / children, Senior Pictures, Engagements, Pregnancy, or if you just want something done for fun!

Call 801-637-3352 in the evening and 801-513-5074 durring the day. Ask for me or Scott to schedule an appointment.

Trying out Sillhouette (sp?)

2008-09-19T23:06:00.001-07:00

Some Random Pics from Tonight

2008-09-19T22:52:00.000-07:00

Kaden and Clover looking to see what they can find...

ooooooooo.... they found a snake!

Kaden wasn't so happy about the snake!

Danielle and Carlos are now official!

2008-09-13T21:15:00.001-07:00

What a fun day, here are some of the more fun pictures from the wedding..

I saw this on another blog and had to repost...

2008-09-05T08:01:00.000-07:00

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Proverbs 15:1

The other day, I received an email from a church attender that was accusatory (based on half-truths) and less than encouraging. My initial response was to defend and set the record straight in a straightforward manner. As I stared at the email I had written, I thought of Proverbs 15:1.

God's still small voice spoke, "Is this a gentle answer? Jeff, that person is angry. Will this email stir her up or calm her down?" I quickly deleted what I had written and began to respond by thinking about the hurt this person must be going through. It made all the difference in the world. My response was much more loving and gentle as I tried to put myself in her shoes and feel her hurt in my heart (a good definition of compassion).

OPPORTUNITIES

Are there people in your life that don't seem to like you very much? Sometimes God orchestrates events to put rude, mean people smack in your path and mine to teach us about unconditional love. Perhaps that unkind person is your boss, or your employee, or your co-worker, or your customer, or your teacher, or your student, or your classmate, or your next-door neighbor, or someone in your own family. What does God want us to do with folks like this? LOVE THEM!! Love them with His love - "...and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us" (Rom. 5:5).

You see, people who are mean, rude, ugly and hurtful are this way for one main reason: they themselves are hurting. When you respond to a hurting person with love and kindness (impossible to do in your own strength), it disarms them and turns away their wrath. And most importantly, it opens the door for the Lord to work in that person's life.

One of my favorite stories of God's love in action was told about the late Jack Hyles, Pastor of FBC Hammond, Indiana. He was in an airport restaurant wanting on his plane. The waitress was terribly rude to him as he ordered his breakfast. When he finished his $5.00 meal, he left her a $20.00 tip. She stopped him and said, "Do you mean to tell me that you would leave me a $20.00 tip when I was so mean and rude to you?" He said, "Ma'am, based on the way you were acting, I knew that there must be something really hurting your heart today." With that she began to cry and pour out a river of hurt to Pastor Hyles. He led her to Christ right there in the restaurant. WOW!!

Think of the opportunities that await you and me as we face difficult people day in and day out. See those tense situations from their point of view. Allow yourself to feel their hurt in your heart. It will make you more compassionate, more loving and a more effective witness for Christ.

Love,

Jeff Schreve
Pastor
www.fromhisheart.org
jeff@fromhisheart.org
1-888-811-8203

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"Now to Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works with us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen."
Ephesians 3:20-21

She's Crafty!

2008-09-05T00:10:00.000-07:00

Who'd a thunk it?! I actually took the time to MAKE something! My cousin will be hitched in about a week and a half, and our sweet little Clover was choosen to be the flower girl. With my crafty upbringing, I promptly volunteerd to make the flower basket for the country themed wedding and her pretty hair peice. and here are the results.....

My adventure

2008-09-02T20:58:00.000-07:00

It's rare I find myself having a great adventure, and today was definately one of those days. I went to go help my mom out today at the hospital, I had a great time with her and I really hope she enjoyed it as well. (She is doing much better by the way, turns out she had a pretty bad asthma spell and some sinus issues, and gets to go home in the morning!) Anyways, back to the adventure, I had to teach a class tonight in Saratoga spring, so I asked for the best way to get ther to save gas, etc. Over the mountain pass my mom tells me. Sure! that sounds great! So I start heading up the canyon, It was beautiful, I really wish I had my camera.. of cuorse I didn't, but it would have been very handy. Anyways, my mom fails to tell me that there will be a turn off at some point off the dirt road, missed my turn off, almost ran into three deer, and I come to the top, some look out, it was amazing, to the East, a quick drop off looking right down into the copper mine, and to the west, a bit of tooele and a bunch of desert beautiful landscape. The worst part was, I almost drove right off the side of the mountain, expecting this to NOT be a look out, but my magical short cut! Amazingly enough I had reception, and found out where I had gone wrong. after finding out that the little one lane paved road that went off the side of the Main, much larger dirt road was actually a road and the route I wanted to take, and not some private drive way to a cabin in the hills like I had assumed on the way up! It is amazing how fast people drive on one lane roads that wind through a canyon, I came so close to someone not paying attention headed up the mountain over 40 miles an hour almost hit me, I swear he didn't even know I was there until he was passing me. Deer jumping out in front of me at almost every turn, even Randy, my mom's husbad seemed to jump out of no where! LOL, he actually turned around and talked to me for a few minutes to see how my mom was doing, he was on his way to go visit with her in the hospital. and then it happened. I had to pee. BAD. a few turns later, I found a freindly looking wall on the side of the road, protected by some shady bushes. It was perfect place to pull over and relieve myself. I hop out of the car, jump the little cement baracade wall and start to take care of the issue, I look up, and there are eyes, staring at me! A group of deer were passing, and I was not alone! I have never had a deer watch me pee, well, not that I am aware of. An hour later, I arrived to class, but I don't think I will ever forget my lovely short cut from Tooeleto Herriman

Courtni and Colby's wedding

2008-08-28T00:03:00.000-07:00

Here are a few shots ....

Kaden's First Day of School

2008-08-25T09:49:00.000-07:00

So, I can't believe it came. My little boy started school today, it was definately a defining moment of my boy growing up. He was soo excited to start school today, he even came in and woke me up early. I made him a special breakfast of french toast, also for his daddy's birthday. I grabbed the camera as he was running out the door, I could hardly keep up with him, he was soo excited, he wanted to run the whole way there! He got to know his teacher today, they sang some songs, listened to a story, and got to go on a walk and tour the school and play outside for a few mintues. He will have a testing day tomorrow, to see where he is at, and back to school night on Thursday. He will start going every day next week on Tuesday after the holiday.

Patten Grandparents

2008-08-24T21:32:00.000-07:00

Look, we are almost like the disfunctional Brady Bunch!

2008-08-23T18:27:00.000-07:00

And last, but not lease....

2008-08-23T18:06:00.001-07:00

Colby and Courtni

Welcome to the Family Courtni!

Colton

2008-08-23T17:56:00.001-07:00

My Mom and Step Dad

2008-08-23T17:49:00.000-07:00

Ashley and Cody

2008-08-23T17:29:00.000-07:00

Us!

2008-08-23T17:25:00.001-07:00

My Sister Tanya

2008-08-23T17:17:00.000-07:00

My wonderful Family!

2008-08-23T16:50:00.000-07:00

It is a rare occasion that we are able to all get together as a family, let alone in matching clothes! It was fun seeing everyone at the wedding yesterday, we all had a great time!

Here are pictures of Jenilyn, Jeremy, and sweet little Taylor

Courtni and Colby

2008-08-22T08:35:00.001-07:00

Today is the big day! Colby my (step) brother is taking a big step towards marraige! And he has choosen a wonderful girl of 6 years now with him to be his wife. I am so excited for you to join the family Courtni. It has been really wonderful getting to know you over the las several months, and I am sure you are going to be a great addition.

"I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you. I love you not only for what you have made of yourself, but for what you are making of me. I love ou for the part of me that you bring out."
-Author: Elizabeth Barret Browning

another Clover update

2008-08-20T23:18:00.000-07:00

So, Talked to the Nurse on Tuesday, and another Dr. appointment on wednesday. So far, the Dr. has found the antibiotic she needs to clear the infection, and we are scheduled for ANOTHER kidney scan on Friday morning to make sure everything is clearing up, and decide if anything else will need to be done, or where to go from there. Since changing the antibiotic Tuesday night we have seen an even bigger improvement, which is wonderful, she was being herself this morning at the Dr's. She has a "guy" there, she calls him, "my guy" "Dustin". She really likes her guy Dustin, she blushes every time she looks at him, it was sooo stinkin cute, he said that she was his most favorite little girl in there, and she blushed again, and could hardly talk... She has won everyone over at the Dr's office, nurse Dustin, and pretty much EVERYONE.

"Update on Clo"

2008-08-17T10:03:00.000-07:00

Clover seems to be feeling much better, she woke up this morning with NO FEVER! =) this is a first in 4 days. The antibiotic finally seems to be working. We still don't know the results of the ultrasound, we should find out tommorow, but I am guessing no news is good news.

Sick little girl =(

2008-08-15T12:40:00.000-07:00

Clover has been pretty sick the last few days, she is battling a bladder infection. After anti-biotics she is still running a pretty high feaver, and we will be taking her in to the hospital tonight for a scan on her kidneys to make sure she doesn't have problems with her kidney's again. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers, we are hoping for a fast recovery, hopefully she will be better soon.

b&w vs. color

2008-08-15T10:56:00.000-07:00

Daniel's Bridals

2008-08-14T22:33:00.001-07:00

All this uploading, and I forgot to add my water mark, it's late...

I hope you love em Daniel... I do..

My sweet boy

2008-08-14T13:49:00.000-07:00

I just love this picture! Scott was shooting some pictures of the planes that fly over our house one day, and turned around and snapped this one of kaden through the screen door. I LOVE this picture, you can tell Kaden is up to no good, the look on his face tells it all. To most, it looks like a half smile, but, to us, he's planning some kind of joke, or getting ready to tease someone, one way or another..

Man Vs. Wild, Utah Style!

2008-08-08T19:51:00.001-07:00

Positive Thinking =)

2008-08-08T18:28:00.000-07:00

I loved watching this video, it goes to show that the concept of "The Secret" and other self improvement type programs has in fact been around for ever, and it does work.
What I love most about this, is the stress / worry part. If you are truely always trying to think positive, you don't have worry or stress. I experiance this all the time with some one in my life, who I am trying to get to come around to this idea. any moment something "stressful" happens, they worry and stress. Me, I know it will be ok, I know not to worry. It ALWAYS works out, it may not be easy, I may have to "give back" some how, but it always works out.

I am posting this in hopes that this can resinate, and really take hold in others lives.

Sunset at Atelope Island?

2008-08-04T00:40:00.000-07:00

The water was soo low, it doesn't even seem like an "Island" I think I saw a glimmer of water that MIGHT be surounding it. In all reality I think it's safe to call it a penensula right now. LOL!

Random Pictures from last week

2008-07-27T16:58:00.000-07:00

These are just a few random pictures from the past week, some of Clo, some from flowers at work, and the fountain right outside the door at work as well different shutter speeds etd.. just for fun..

Political statement T Shirts

2008-07-24T23:00:00.000-07:00

I love this web site! Great T-shirts, really make you think, and ask questions! Take the time to do your research, form a REAL opinion. Become educated about important issues that really affect our Country.

http://politeed.com/contact-us.aspx

Courtni's Bridals 7/22/08

2008-07-22T23:35:00.000-07:00

A lot of work in a day, and again another great time! (after the drama..) I hope your day was much better after all the problems before the photo session.. Thanks for being so much fun to work with again, and you look Beautiful!

This was my most, absolute favorite shot

and now..a slide show...

Feeling Tropical

2008-07-22T01:55:00.000-07:00

After the rain yesterday morning, I woke up and decided with the humid air, and the wonderful smell of flowers in the garden to take a few pictures of our own little tropical suprise! Who'd a thought that hibiscus can grow in UT?

Nascar "Love" again for a day.

2008-07-20T01:37:00.000-07:00

We were going to Wally World "Walmart" the other day to do some last minute grocery shopping, and as we were walking into the store, Kaden starts SHOUTING! "Mom! look! it's a REAL Nascar Race car!!! Can I touch it!" Kaden has recently found a new love for dinosaurs, but, Friday was the exception, it was all about Nascar again for the day. The nice man showing off the car let us know it would be another 15 minutes before he was ready, so me and Kaden ran home to grab my camera. Here are a couple of shots from the day.

Summer / Patriotic POTD

2008-07-06T00:23:00.000-07:00

ok.. so I'm catching up! Here area a few photo's from this weekend.. a few fireworks, and pictures from swimming and fishing with the kids today.. Also featuring Uncle Sean and the cousins, Tabor and Kaiyu! Thanks for the great time guys!

Photos from tha parade this morning!

2008-07-04T12:03:00.001-07:00

Yeah! I did it! I actually found some time to pull out the camera and take some pictures.. here are a few from the parade this morning..

I can't say it's better..

2008-07-02T20:26:00.000-07:00

But it's not any worse... Car is still not fixed.. I haven't had time to take any pictures.. busy busy busy.. but the weekend is almost here! =) We went for a nice walk last night with Roxy and the kids, it was good to get out and take a walk as a family.. it was dark, or pictures would be posted from the walk! I have also been spending a lot of time doing yard work in the yard, and letting the kids play while we work. I took the risk and drove my car to work today, I just don't feel comfortable riding the train home at 12:30 at night.. Scott is still job hunting, but until the car is fixed, that is slightly halted. The kids are loving the yard, and playing outside with Roxy, I really do need to get more pictures.. =(

Wow, and it's only Sunday

2008-06-30T00:39:00.000-07:00

Ok... BAD Week.. Sorry If I don't post much this week, but there is a lot on my plate, don't worry, Scott, and I and the kids are good..

here is a list, that far from includes everything..

Car has issues
I hope I can make it to work tomorrow (one day at a time)
Not enough work
Not enough time for more work
New work shift (mostly bad, some good)
Family issues =( * I wish I could share more, but I don't really
have much to share or go off of, thus the frustration! With so much on my plate and something so major to be upset about, I might lose it. *

Good things to look forward too:

Scott's looking for work
Party on the 4th =)
Saturdays off!
A chance for more work on sundays ???
I have a warranty if needed to cover car costs..

A recent Family Photo Session

2008-06-28T14:53:00.000-07:00

I loved being able to have this opportunity, to take pictures of my friends family and new little one. It is so nice to be welcomed into some one else's home to take pictures so they can all be comfortable, and have everything right there, available for the kids, no one gets bored, etc.

Pregnancy Photo session

2008-06-28T14:40:00.000-07:00

Making a decision to have a child--it's momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.
-- Elizabeth Stone

Windows POTD

2008-06-25T20:22:00.000-07:00

Different window shots from over the last year or two

I know, it's been a little while since I've posted

2008-06-24T18:38:00.001-07:00

I usually post much more, and I am sorry it has been far between posts.. We all became very sick on monday, and I have been trying to work through it, recover, and I have a lot of photo's to get ready to disburse from photo shoots so it has been keeping me busy! I promise I will play catch up later this week when we are feeling better.

Father's Day

2008-06-18T01:02:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to share some pics from fathers day.. we had a great time.

Celebrating 10 years

2008-06-12T22:42:00.000-07:00

So, we had a wonderful time this evening. Scott's parents watched the kids, we went out for a very nice dinner, then a drive up the canyon / hike. We had a great time, and it's great that we have soo much fun together, and I know it will always be this way. I love my man.. =) Here are some pictures from today.

10 Fantastic years!

2008-06-12T10:51:00.000-07:00

Today we celebrate our 10 yr. anniversary! I can't believe 10 years has come and gone, it seems it goes too quickly.. I can't wait for the many years ahead... So in the theme with men in our lives, and people we adore, this post goes out to my Love. My Scotty. Scott has been the best Father, and support in our family, he makes everything work. He helps keep me on schedule when things are hectic,(which is all the time) He always knows what to do to make things better. He has taught the kids so much, he is their father, teacher, and best friend. I wouldn't change him for the world.

FLASH - POTD

2008-06-11T03:41:00.000-07:00

OK.. this is not going to happen, so if you are patiently waiting to see some amazing FLASH photography for last weeks POTD.. you can quite waiting.. I skipped that week.. sorry.. I should have participated, because honestly I could work on my "flash" pictures.. it is definately an area I hate.. bouncy flash here and there, and angle the light this way.. I really have a love for the sun.. and natural light so maybe next year you can see some flash flashy pictures.. or maybe I will do something later.. but for now... don't keep your hopes up wondering when that special flash session will be posted.

Last thing I see before going to bed

2008-06-10T04:59:00.001-07:00

I just wanted to share this quick picture I took before going to bed.. I am very tired. almost 6 a.m. but I had to share the beautiful sunrise.. no edits no color change, just a picture strait out of my camera. Isn't it beautiful? ok.. good night for now..

A few Pictures from Bryce and Cylee's Wedding

2008-06-08T18:47:00.000-07:00

I can barely move I'm so exhuasted!

2008-06-08T13:48:00.000-07:00

Ok.. so we went to our friends wedding yesterday, and were in charge of the photography.. I was working so hard, I forgot to drink anything! =( so I was very dehydrated to say the least by the time we left.. I have been drinking lots of fluid, but wow.. I still feel exhuasted even the next day.. Here is a cute picture of Clover and Kaden at the wedding yesterday

It Rained!

2008-06-04T20:41:00.000-07:00

It rained today, and we had planned on going Hiking.... that obviously didn't work out so well, so instead we did some house work and played in the rain! I took some pictures of Clover and "Her Flowers" today, she set me strait... She told me all about her "princess flower garden" and how all the flowers are "her flowers".

Flowers again.... these are the last ones

2008-06-03T12:51:00.000-07:00

Flowers in our Garden POTD (Late)

2008-06-02T14:06:00.000-07:00

My Step Brother's Gettin Hitched!

2008-05-24T03:17:00.000-07:00

Colby and Courtni will be tying the knot this summer, and I was blessed to be able to do their engagement pics! It was a lot of fun, and I got to know Courtni a little more.. I have to say, Colby has a keeper! She is so sweet and fun, I really enjoyed their company today.

Happiness is a Bubble Bath! POTD

2008-05-21T21:48:00.000-07:00

Ok.. she may not be smiling or laughing in this one but she sure is beautiful!!

"Happiness" POTD

2008-05-21T21:31:00.000-07:00

Ok, I didn't take these pictures, I would have been a baby, or not even a twinkle in my father's eye yet. But the theme of the week is Happiness, and I had to post all these pictures, of scott's Family.

The happiness of a child is measured by the smile on his face, and the warmth that surrounds him...

Happiness is...

Sharing Gum with your cousin..

Bath time with your Brother...

Playing with the dog...

Spending time with your Nana...

Laughing with your mom...

Going through Old Pictures of Guess who?!

2008-05-21T21:15:00.001-07:00

Wow! Guess who this is!

While going through old pictures today I was amazed at how much our little boy looks soo much like his daddy, I mean this could pass as a picture of Kaden a year or two ago!

Random fun pictures from today

2008-05-18T03:21:00.000-07:00

well Saturday, but I haven't gone to Bed yet, so for me, earlier today... =) this was before work, really really early today. My cousin Danielle is getting married later this year and we took some pictures, we will be taking more later on horses, etc. and I get to do her Bridals, and cover the wedding.. a lot of work, but I can't wait..

Pregnancy is Beautiful!

2008-05-14T11:36:00.001-07:00

Photo session with my friend Amy

Thanks Amy!

Happy Mother's Day!

2008-05-12T11:28:00.001-07:00

A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts. ~Washington Irving

I wanted to take the time to post this today, I know it is a day late.... but I also know that my mother is worth it. She has become one of my best friends, who is always there for me, and so understanding.. I love that I can talk to her about anything, and she understands.. She understands how busy I can get, and she still makes it a point to be an important part of my life.

Love you Mom!

POTD "Catchlights"

2008-05-12T11:20:00.000-07:00

Busy Week!

2008-05-11T04:12:00.000-07:00

Ok.. so surgery went fine, I was actually in more pain on Monday, then after the surgery, go figure! =) I got to take more pictures of one of my favorite Babies right now and his beautiful family! Enjoy!

Our Wishes, Hopes, and Dreams Form the Future

Mormons Mobolize?!

The Most Difficult Child to Photograph

She's Crafty!

I *Heart* Hypnobabies!

Lucky to have good friends!

Let's see what we can all do to find Susan

For the love of the feet!

My Dear Friend Susan is Missing...

Clover's Birthday

Ohh the sweet things life brings!

Bear in a Basket.

Holston is three months old!

Remember when?

I almost forgot...

Going for a ride...

A day out with the kids

My Review of Sassy Travel Swing - Zanzibar

My web site is back up and running!

Wedding Rings

Our little boy Holston IS here!

Something Rare!

Kaden's Kindergarten Gradutation!

Kaden Loses his first tooth!

Natural Childbirth options in Northern Utah

The swan that wanted to eat my leg!

Easter Pictures

cupcakes

Clover got a haircut!

Happy Birthday Clover!

slide show take two

Christmas pictures of the kids

Happy Birthday Kaden!

A pleasent suprise!

Lunch break with Susan

Halloween Costume Preview / POTD Graveyards (early)

First Snow of Fall 08'

Funny how you can change your mind.

Courtni and her Brides Maids

Kaden's First School Picture

My mom's new house!

Picture Perfect Special

Trying out Sillhouette (sp?)

Some Random Pics from Tonight

Danielle and Carlos are now official!

I saw this on another blog and had to repost...

She's Crafty!

My adventure

Courtni and Colby's wedding

Kaden's First Day of School

Patten Grandparents

Look, we are almost like the disfunctional Brady Bunch!

And last, but not lease....

Colton

My Mom and Step Dad

Ashley and Cody

Us!

My Sister Tanya

My wonderful Family!

Courtni and Colby

another Clover update

"Update on Clo"

Sick little girl =(

b&w vs. color

Daniel's Bridals

My sweet boy

Man Vs. Wild, Utah Style!

Positive Thinking =)

Sunset at Atelope Island?

Random Pictures from last week

Political statement T Shirts

Courtni's Bridals 7/22/08

Feeling Tropical

Nascar "Love" again for a day.

Summer / Patriotic POTD

Photos from tha parade this morning!

I can't say it's better..

Wow, and it's only Sunday

A recent Family Photo Session

Pregnancy Photo session

I Heart Hypnobabies!