I just thought I’d post this, in case anyone is interested in watching or hanging out in SLC the weekend of the 19th, but I will be running in the Salt Lake City Half Marathon on April 19th.
The race starts at 7AM at the Olympic Legacy Bridge up by the U of U and finishes at the Olympic Legacy Plaza at the Gateway Mall in downtown Salt Lake City. My goal is to finish in less than 1:44, so I would suspect, if any well-wishers wanted to attend, you’d want to be at the finish line around 8:30 AM.
Here is a link to the course map and here is a link to the webpage. We will be down Friday, because I have to pick up my course packet.
What a celebration she has had with her sole mate. The one she has held in her heart all these years. I quietly asked her if it was a good enough celebration that I would not have to have that talk with Heavenly Father, I told her I would. I also thought about how Uncle Kent needed to go when he did, he had allot of catching up to do with his Father so he would know him better before his Mother returned. I also thought how Grandmother needed to be here to represent her family since her spouse wasn’t able to. What a wonderful lady and a wonderful life she lead for all of us. I remember what a great cook I thought she was. I remember Sugar Cookies and Peanut Butter in the coffee tins when we would visit. I remember Pink Popcorn for the 4th of July celebration. Also, the best was you would wake up to the smell of pancakes early in the morning. She would make them every day for Uncle Kent because he loved them. She always served the pancakes with Tang in the mini cups from cheese wiz. I remember playing games with her and also her Mother (which she was allot of fun as well). Games were what we did. Also as a child we would play Dr. and office because she always had the special pink papers from her work. The fun desk and chair. We would get all dressed up and walk around the block in her cute close she had for us. Also we would enjoy making necklaces or coloring. She loved her family, all of us and let us know with love. She entertained us well, took care of us on our visit. There was always treats. She loved gum. She loved the gospel and believed it with all of her heart. She loved serving in the church and going out to serve. She loved to visit and be with us all. Loved hugs and kisses on the cheek. What a great lady, raised her family in the best way she knew how and brought them up strong in the gospel. They served missions, married in the temple and raised there families in the gospel. She made the best of her life. Had a great smile and laughed often. Most didn’t know her health problem after Uncle Kent because she didn’t complain. I loved visiting her and having celebrations with her and the family. Going over the canyon, seeing the temple, Christmas lights in Main, knowing we would be there shortly. I love this little lady and admire her and the life she lead. She was compulsive, had everything in its place, tidy, clean and was a perfectionist, but in a good way. We all have become a little bit like her and for that I am greatful. Love you Grandmother and I know you are enjoying your new life style. Know that you will be missed here on earth but it won’t be long and we will all see you again. Love, Tonya
Grandmother Cook, always a lady. We had so much fun playing Rummikub with her. I never liked her meatloaf, too many onions, a continuing tribute to her husband who would eat them like apples. She was a good cook with everything else, however. She was a trooper, camping at the Reunions until we went to Deseret Land and Livestock. She took care of her family on her own after her husband’s death. She got two sons, a daughter, and herself through college after his death. She saw all her children and most grandchildren married in the temple. She saw most Great grand children baptized. She made all the great grandkids quilts that they all loved. She made all her grandchildren pillow cases and such for their weddings. She served in the temple and many other church callings. She loved to sing. She loved her family. She loved playing games and laughing. One specific memory that may seem silly to some, but is wonderful for me is this: one day she was at our white house in Providence and I was getting in trouble about a huge snarl in my hair. She took me behind the couch, out of sight of others, but close enough to still be a part of things, and carefully and patiently combed it out. It was such a simple thing but I’ve always remembered it as a loving gesture. I will miss her terribly. I’m happy, though, that she will finally get her wish to be reunited with her beloved husband, who’s been gone for so long.
Cache Stott Cook came into the world Mar. 24,2008 at 9lbs. 4 oz., 20 in. long. He is quite the big boy and so very cute. Jenny did good! Rod is the proud dad and the girls are very ready to help with every thing. CONGRADULATIONS TO ALL!
We are having a PART-TAY at the Finsands the night of February 6th. I wonder why??? Hahahahaaa… Ma and Pa will be coming home at 6:32 pm. Plan on coming over to the Finsand’s for food and fun following their arrival. Don’t worry about the food. All Father said he wanted was a lump of coal…and some hugs. Pictures and labels would be helpful to Grandpa so he knows what to call everyone when he gets here. The kids have changed a ton since they have been gone. See the Dwight Cook Family pictures for details under the “about” tab.
We had some conflicts with Dec. 22, so I have changed the family party to the 23rd. It’s a Sunday. Anyone wishing to come Saturday, can stay at my house. We’ll start at 5:00. We’ll be having dinner, assignments to come, and we’ll be doing the white elephants. Please bring a white elephant gift for each member of your family. For example, we have 6 people in our family, so we’ll bring 6 gifts. They can be fun, funny, or something else. Have fun with it. Love you all.
to add comments. After talking with some of the fam, I think it would be best to keep the rotation for the Holidays the way it is; however, it would be up to the individual families to decide if they want to see the focials two years in a row, just as they saw the other family two years in a row. There are to many families it would effect to change the rotation. I thought it would be best if I said this, since it doesn’t make a difference to Natalie and I, given the fact that Natalie is an only child and we do not have to worry about other siblings and their rotations.
I love having Christmas together, but thought this needed addressed, especially after Pa’s email. Love you all and look forward to the Holiday season! Can’t wait for the Cook party, the food, the football, the children excited and joyful, and most of all the remembering of our Savior. God bless you, every one.
Just re-posting this in the event that you forgotten who you have…
JD- Cassidy Emma- Faith Zola- Shayann
Shayann- Raylee Sam- Alex Cassidy- Spencer
Duke Brown- Zola Chase- Kaden Raylee- Eliza
Alex- Emma Faith- Brooklyn Charly- Brigham
Kaden- Abigale Spencer- Duke
Brooklyn- Charly Eliza- Chase
Brigham- JD Abigail- Sam
*The gifts should be between $10-$15. Please do not go over that amount.
I know this is short notice, but I figured that JJ and I and a lot of people will be congregating to Logan next week to see the latest addition to the Brown Family. I thought we could do FHE Saturday afternoon at the fossil’s house. Just plan on meeting me and JJ there. We will have food, games, and all the fun times we always have. Bring your own drinks and snacks. JJ and I will take care of the rest. I need a count on who will plan on being there. We will start with a lesson at 4pm and dinner at 5pm, so those heading home for Sunday have time to get there. Please let me know, I know this is pretty close together, but the end of November will be a little crazy with Thanksgiving. So plan on next Saturday, November 10th at 4pm. See you then!
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