My Grandpa's Funeral...

Note: all pictures were by my mom's awesome cousin's husband David Terry. I did steal them but hoped he would not be mad. :)

Today was my Grandpa Poll's funeral. The two talks giving by my Uncle Sterling and Aunt Angela were absolutely wonderful full of memories and messages. Alisha and Danny went with me. I however didn't go to the graveside. I regret that a lot. Danny was too busy.

Up until the age of four, I remember my grandpa and his new family, aunts and uncles older and younger than me coming to a few family events. I was always so excited to see my other grandpa.

You see...

My grandparents divorced when my mom was younger and my grandma and grandpa both remarried. So I rarely saw my Grandpa Poll. There were bad feelings between my mom the older siblings towards their dad.

I remember one time seeing my Grandpa Poll and he gave me a doll. I named her Elizabeth and had her until my parents divorced and it got lost. I was devastated!

My grandpa had the bluest eyes and when he talked to you he seemed to really listen and was very sincere. His family were always so nice and loving when we would see them. My Great-Grandpa Poll died a few years ago. She NEVER forgot a birthday card until she simply couldn't see anymore.

Over the years I would see my grandpa only a few times. He always had a hug and wanted to know how I was doing. He was very depressed and at that time it made me feel sad and a little weird.

Well, today I just wanted to say goodbye to him and thank the Poll family for all they did for him. He wasn't always the easiest I heard.

I love you Grandpa. I am also sorry for referring to you as my biological grandfather and just David. You never truly wronged ME so I hope you can hear my pleas for forgiveness. I hope your homecoming with your brothers, parents and son was wonderful.

 Doesn't my Aunt Natalie look like a movie star?

 

 Uncles and Aunts, Sterling, Angela, Marcelle, Natalie, Aaron, Mom, Juliane and Jay. Missing James and Scott.

My aunts, uncles and cousins.

 My mom and Grandma Lamb. David and my Grandma stayed in touch.

 Juliane with her sweet husband.

 My hunky cousin Lane with Angela and Mom.

Mom talking to her cute nieces.

 

 My mom and her uncle Robert who had a heart attack not to long ago. 

I am glad he is still with us. He is my Grandpa's youngest brother who used to live across the street from us in West Jordan.

 I love seeing Jay smile.

My beautiful cousins Savanah and Mia

What a beautiful day. 

May you be in peace and find happiness Grandpa. I love you.

A Baptism...

My handsome nephew Chris was baptized by his uncle Tyler (My brother). It brought tears to my eyes it was so wonderful. I am proud of him.

I was so amazed by all the church members who attended and supported him.  The Spirit was so strong. It was an amazing experience that I was so fortunate to attend.

My sis Amber with her youngest Elise and Chris. Sure wish Kelly could have been here. Amber sure was glowing with the love she feels for her kids.

I sure love these two!

Like father like daughter. At least Taisha and Autumn look good.

McKenna LOL. Austin and Alisha enjoying the food.

Aunya was my buddy of course.

The "older" cousins minus Kelly who lives in Washington and Skyler who had a UVU game to cheer. It's not often we have this many of the kids together. You can see my families genes in Elise and Chris. Elise is 11 and the same height as McKenna.

My awesome Grandpa Lamb and Uncle Jay. I need to see them more often!!

Step-dad Dave, brothers Jared and Tyler with Chris.

I sure do love my mom and grandma. My Grandma lead the music which is one of her many musical talents. My mom also gave a great talk.

Chris with his friend (who I really liked) and Amber's beau James.

Another beautiful niece!

Skyler's Graduation...

My Son

I wish you...

               the strength to 

face challenges with 

     confidence...

along with the 

                    wisdom to 

choose your 

battles 

                           carefully...

I wish you

           adventure on

your journey and

                          may you always 

stop to help

someone along 

the way...

Listen to 

your heart

and take risks

carefully...

Remember 

                 how much 

you are loved

and we are always

here when you need us...

I am so proud 

                           of you!

We sure love this boy...huhumm, Man.

The graduates, Skyler and Tyler with Desirae and Autumn.

The girls loved this picture. 

The only time in awhile they are loving and happy and in a picture together!

Grandma Sommers made the money lei for Skyler.

Crappy Iphone pictures.

Skyler walking through the M just like his mom did.

Great-Grandma and Grandpa Lamb came. 

As did Grandma Hendrickson and the boys.

We all went to lunch afterwards. 

I am so proud of how hard he has worked and planned his future.

And...

 soooo sad to see him grow up. Where did the time go? Wasn't he just a little tyke yesterday? Running around in his batman pj.s? 

Oh well, he will make one amazing husband and dad one day. 

Hopefully not to soon LOL.

Now off you go to new places you will go.