Grandma Great

Tanner's dear, sweet Grandmother passed away a few weeks ago after a long, hard decline due to dementia. It was difficult seeing her disappear both in mind and body but we know she is in Paradise now enjoying the fullness of joy which she had earned through her faithful diligence here on this Earth. Her life was in no ways easy but she always had a tender hug, sweet smile, and endless amounts of love for everyone around her. She will be greatly missed.

It seems like funerals are something we never look forward to but, once there, it's an oddly happy time filled with lots of family and friends, positive remembrances, and an abundance of love. I always leave such events feeling uplifted and content.

Tanner has the most amazing family and I'm truly so blessed to be a part of it. We could only stay for about a day due to our hectic schedules but it was so nice getting to spend that time with family up in Idaho.

Tanner's cousin had twins a couple months ago-I'm not sure which one I was holding but I felt like a lucky girl!

My mother in law had a very hard time witnessing her mother slip away and dealing with all the emotions and anxiety that goes along with that but I was very impressed with her calmness and composure at the funeral. She is one great woman and I love her so very much. This is Kim with her brothers and sister.

We took this opportunity to take a family picture. It's always kind of an ordeal trying to get this picture "just right".... 

And these are the 3 Peterson Grandchildren (so far). Nicole is due to even the score with a boy next May!

Our little Parker is just about the best travler you've ever met. He does so well on long car drives which is a blessing since we are frequently driving long hours to see family. He has no problems entertaining himself!

I love these boys and am so proud of my dear husband for being such an outstanding son and grandson.

And if I haven't said it before, I LOVE this man.

I know I said that funerals are kind of a time I look back on with fondess but please, let's not have any more for a very long time. :-)