I can't believe that it has been a little over seven years ago that I packed my bags and headed for Arizona. It was one of the hardest things I have ever done. Riley was just about to celebrate his first birthday... and my heart was breaking thinking about all the birthdays and family events that I was going to miss. It's turned out to be one of the best things I have done. I still miss my family and wish I was closer to enjoy everyone. I'm so thankful for the modern-day world that we live in... where I can hear their voices, see their sweet faces, and jump on a plane and be home in a couple of hours to hug them. Someday I hope to move back home. Hopefully it will be before everyone grows up and moves away. :)
8 Things I love about Riley:
1. I love his name! He was named after my dad (John), my Grandpa Judy (John), and my Grandpa Westergard (Riley). Three of the greatest men... in my opinion.
2. His personality! Riley has some great one-liners. He is always making people laugh. He loves to be around people. He thinks the more friends/family you have- is all the better!
3. His kindness! Riley has the biggest heart. He is always concerned about others and wants to make them happy.
4. His Helpfulness! Riley is such a wonderful helper- especially with his three younger brothers.
5. His curiosity! I love his zeal for life. He is continually wanting to learn and understand why.
6. His enthusiasm for sports! Riley loves sports and is participating in about everything possible.
7. His Smile! Riley's smile is so contagious. You can't help but smile when you are around him.
8. His Family! Riley is blessed with a wonderful family who loves him. His parents are such wonderful examples and have done an outstanding job raising him so far. :) He has three little brothers who thinks he ROCKS! And finally, but certainly not least, he has an Aunt Kerry that loves him more than words can convey.
My brother, Jon, camping with his family at our ranch in Idaho.
McKay and his fish!
Jon and his good friend, Danny Elliott, took their families camping this weekend. I think they had a blast! Looks like they catch enough fish for dinner! :)
Hanging out in the tent.
Having fun!
Me on the other hand didn't have any exciting plans. I did watch Tawnya's dog, Marlee. She is so cute! Not sure what Sophie (my dog) thought of that. JEALOUS... would be the word that comes to mind! :) Here's a few pictures of Marlee.
She is such a sweet little angel... when she is sleeping. :)
Here's what happened when Tawnya dropped her off at my house. I don't think she liked being away from her family. What do you think?????
She tried to play with Sophie....BUT Sophie was not very accommodating. So Marlee found a "few" other things to play with! This picture doesn't do her justice. I cleaned up most of the mess before I took this picture.
It made me smile... I'm glad that other people's "children" are as wonderful as mine! :) If you don't understand what I mean... scroll down a few posts to see my monster!
I also had Aunt Joann Anderson over for dinner on Sunday. I went shopping with Lora on Monday. I thought there would be a lot of great sales... it was disappointing.
Cute cake! 
