Fish

Fish are friends. Now I have 10 friends. Thank you for this amazing application. Feed my fish, friends. Look! Friends feeding friends.

Pike's Baptism

Here is the video for Pike that I made to show at the baptism. (Actually the video will not process so maybe I will find a new way to publish it). We are so proud of Pike for making the choice to be baptized; to receive a remission of his sins, to promise to always remember Jesus Christ, to keep his commandments, and to join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Pike's grandpa, Robert Jones conducted (he is first counselor in the bishopric), the opening song was A Child's Prayer, Jordan gave the opening prayer, I spoke on baptism, Michael baptized Pike, then we watched this video, Benita (Pike's grandma) spoke on the Holy Ghost, Robert spoke and welcomed Pike as the newest member of the ward, the closing song was I Am A Child of God and Lanian gave the closing prayer. We had ice cream sundaes for a refreshment afterwards. It was a especially sweet experience for me this time because when Jordan was baptized the year before I was so overwhelmed I didn't or couldn't really think straight. This time I felt the Spirit so strongly and I could enjoy the experience of seeing my child be baptized. What a joy and a privilege - one of my hopes for Pike since before he was born - and I hope he will continue on and develop his testimony and progress in the gospel. I hope he will receive the priesthood and go on a mission and one day be sealed to a darling girl forever and have a herd of children of his own. I hope he will grow to be a righteous, loving, competent adult. I wish this for all of my kids.

Lanian too!

Lanian needs a video too. He is such a cute kid! He is such a good big brother and little brother - and son for that matter. And he does speak quite well if you were wondering...

Aidan Vs. Jaws

I love this trampoline. $80 bucks of joy. The best purchase we ever made. The kids jump on it every day. They all can do a flip which one day will qualify them for circus folk, for which I am so proud. In this video Aidan wrestles a great white. I am not sure who wins but the animal still roams the area. Well, both animals are still around.

A boy, a trampoline and a shark.

Easter

Here it is : The annual Jones Easter picture! My adorable brood, I love them so much. I was so proud of them. We left with no major destruction - no one seriously hurt and nothing destroyed beyond fixing. (Right, Laura?)

Jordan doing a jig.

Auntie Laura

Grandma Styer

What an amazing Easter we had this year! We were able to go to Medina, Ohio and visit with Grandma Styer , Auntie Laura, and Uncle Keith. Laura made the most fabulous dinner of ham, roasted sweet potatoes, corn souffle, steamed broccoli, and rolls. It was so good. We had an easter egg hunt and the kids ate all of the candy except the Reese's cups which Dad helped consume.

I am so grateful for the amazing family my Heavenly Father has blessed me with and I am so grateful for the oppurtunity he blessed me with to be able to visit with them. I love you Grandma! I love you Laura and Keith!

Pottery Barn

So, when is someone going to make a computer desk system that looks like the Pottery Barn Bedford collection but with a Walmart price tag? Just wondering. I have been surfing for hours and nothing comes close. Every fashion designer that hits the runway has an instant knock off in the stores the next day , I dont think it is a stretch to do the same for the furniture industry. Target: I am disapointed in you.