Monday, August 29, 2011

Love the Grandchildren

     This summer I took care of Lynne's, Jennilynne's children for a couple days and I had Katherine's for an overnighter.  I can't tell you what a good thing it is to be able to spend that time with them.  You get to know each of them on a different level.  It is so different then when you see them for an hour or two when they come for visits because there is usually a lot of people, other cousins, and just a lot going on.  When you get to say their prayers with them, read them a story and then tuck them into bed there is something so special about that.  And then you get to see them first thing in the morning.  You can actually spend time talking to them and getting to know their little unique personallities. I didn't get any pictures of Emma, Mary or Grant when they were here.  Maybe next time!  It is so much fun. 
     I know Cooper is still too young to come and stay but I can't wait until he's old enough to come to Grandma's for a week.  I know . . . he'll have to be A LOT older but it will still be so fun getting to know him.  He is such a sweet boy.  We enjoyed him so much during the draft. 





I just finished a quilt for him and I am hoping and praying that it will look good in his room!

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

GFL

Every year our family gets together with Roger's brother's family to have the GFL Draft.  Which is fantacy football the Garner way.  The first couple of GFLs were held in our family room and then we tried Scott and Brian's apartment but there was never enough room.  I actually was impressed with what Scott did back then but it has since evolved into quite a production which is even more impressive.  We kick it off Friday night at Steph's with some games and this year we had home made ice cream and other treats.  Mostly we just get together to visit and enjoy each other.

Saturday morning is the Garner open.  I don't have any pictures but there are some on Scott's blogg.  Scott and David tied for the overall win.  There were a lot of other awards give out though . . . longest drive, longest putt, etc. Both for the men and the women that played.

We then had swimming and pizza that Brian and Scott took care of at a friends house.  It was a lot of fun.

We then met at South Middle School for the main event!  Awards were given, the adults did their picks, and the kids played!  Its always a fun weekend and I love being with everyone.  This year Camille's family and Diana couldn't be here and every time someone can't be here it is really noticed.  We all miss the ones that aren't here.  Diana will be welcoming a new baby soon though, so we all are happy for her and Craig!