Wednesday, June 24, 2009

GUESS WHO....?!


Wow...Ashley Tisdale!

Hannah attended the CD promo party of Ashley Tisdale in South Jordan yesterday! Ashley Tisdale was there in person to sign autographs and meet her fans. This was in honor of the release of her new CD. Hannah and her friend, McCall, both got autographs and snapped a picture of Ashley. They had a great time, although the waiting for 2 hours in line to meet her may not have been worth it!

Auntie Inez and Jocelyn took Hannah and pal to South Jordan for the big event. Thanks to a fun aunt and cousin, it made for a great afternoon!

Monday, June 22, 2009

The Best Dad Ever!


Happy Father's Day to the BEST DAD EVER! The father of my children is the best! He loves his daughters and his son. He is patient, even when my patience is non-existent. The dad at our home is prayerful, he prays with his children, he prays for his children and he gives them blessings. He offers a father's blessing, a beautiful gift of which I never had the opportunity of receiving, but I am so grateful that my children receive this priceless gift from their father.

The dad at our home is silly and fun. He jokes with his children, he plays jokes on his children, and he maintains a sense-of-humor when the practical joke is for him. He helps his daughters practice soccer and softball. He even makes a great gymnastics coach. He cheers with a smile at all dance, cheer and drill team performances. He endures squeaky violins and misplayed piano pieces. He teaches the value of good music and shares his love of opera with his family. He yells at his children when they make a mistake on the field or the court, but lovingly reassures them they will do better next time. All four children know how to throw a football, with precision and finesse I might add.

The father at our home makes a great friend. He cooks a mean breakfast and will even clean up his mess. He takes his daughters on ice cream dates and will wake them up at 4 AM to have a sundae and just talk. He makes sure they are happy, even when things are difficult. He has helped his daughters gain self-esteem and to understand who they really are. He is tough and puts a little fear in all teenaged boys who call upon his daughters. He is a protector and assures all young men dating his daughters that "he will do to them, what they do to his daughters." He plays catch with Bowen and continually fixes his bike, because Bowen continually causes damage to such bike. He wrestles with Bowen and takes Bowen for rides in his truck. The dad at our home works hard and has taught his children the value of hard work. He makes everything fun and tells the best stories of his childhood. His children know where they came from and the importance of living up to their potential.

The dad at our home teaches many things to his children, he teaches them the great art of belching, and how to pass gas and shift the blame. He teaches them to laugh and all about Pink Panther movies.

He teaches his children by example, how to walk uprightly before the Lord. He honors his Priesthood and serves the Lord, his family, and anyone in need without hesitation. Thanks for being the BEST DAD EVER!

Happy Father's Day!

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Outstanding Girl!



With all the graduation hoopla....I forgot to post news of Miss Hannah and her grand award. Hannah was honored with the "LEHI LION...OUTSTANDING FEMALE 6TH GRADE STUDENT AWARD!" This award was given to her at Lehi Elementary's honors assembly the last week of school. She was so excited to receive such an honor. Her mother already knows that she is OUTSTANDING and apparently so does her teacher and Lehi Elementary School. This honor is awarded to one female and one male student who exemplify good citizenship, hard work in the classroom, good grades, top academic student, service to others, friendliness, and politeness. That is my Hannah! What an outstanding girl! Her mother is proud of all of her accomplishments. She will knock 'em dead at junior high in the fall (her mother is not quite ready for her to begin junior high, however, she will rock)!

WE LOVE OUR HANNAH-BANANA!

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Makes a Difference

Photograph is of the 2009 Athlete Prep-Difference Makers! Courtney is the shortest and the cutest one of all!

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Please use the above link to read the article about Courtney!

What a great girl! As a proud parent I want to share with you the article from the Salt Lake Tribune about Courtney and her love she has shared with the special needs youth in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program. This is one of the many reasons that she is so special. She makes a difference at home and at work, at school, at church, within her community, on the soccer field and in the lives of all of those who love and adore her! She is going to be a great success and change lives! I am changed because of her and am grateful that she is my daughter.

Courtney also received great news last week, she has received the TH Bell Teaching Scholarship. This will fund four years of full college tuition. Congrats to her and to my checkbook! She is going to be an awesome "Special Education" teacher.

Reach for the stars Courtney...have NO limits! Your family loves you!

Friday, June 12, 2009

EXTRA, EXTRA...READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Newsflash...read Sunday's edition of the Salt Lake Tribune. Miss Courtney will be in it complete with photo, interview and all! It's an article about high school athletes who have committed many hours to their community in service. It will be interesting!

HAPPY WEEKEND!

Monday, June 8, 2009

CLASS OF 2009

Courtney...Seminary Graduation...so beautiful!


Thomas Family...Seminary Graduation 2009!


Courtney Thomas...LHS Class of 2009!


Court & Cameron...great pals!


The Three Musketeers!


Forever Friends!


Mom & Daughters!


So adorable...I just love them all!















Commencement is over...the fun begins!


It's all about the fun and the memories!















More graduation celebration!




Courtney Michelle Thomas---LHS Class of 2009!

I cannot believe you are already this grown up! You are so beautiful and have life ahead of you! Don't set limits...reach for the stars! You have so much potential that you can achieve it if you can dream it! I am so proud of the person whom you have become. Go out there and live life to its fullest, laugh lots, learn all you can, love with all of your heart, and remember that your family LOVES YOU!

P.S. Can I just add that she did an outstanding job on her talk at Seminary Graduation. She was the first speaker and totally captivated the audience and invited the Spirit with her words, her thoughts and enthusiasm. She spoke on making a difference by being a believer and used the scripture from 1 Timothy 4:12. She applied the scripture to life after graduation and her seminary experience. She was very articulate and bold. She said she was nervous, but you would never have known. She brought tears to her mother's eyes and made her family proud. What a great example to her siblings! Grandpa and Grandma Thomas were also very touched and feel she is so special.