Alisa Shosted

Alisa is just one of the neatest people in this world! I have a feeling there are going to be quite a few people who agree with me on this! It's going to be difficult for me to put into words what makes her special. It's in her eyes. Alisa strives to be better every day and in doing so she naturally betters the people around her. She is very self aware. I really believe that she has a great sense for people and genuinely wants to understand the people around her. Enough with the mushy/deep stuff. She is also HOT, has one spicy, beautiful little girl, and is SOOOOOO funny! Love ya :)

Brett Stenquist

I want to let my hubby know how much I appreciate everything he does for our family!! You work so hard and I don't think I tell you that enough! Just know that while you're away, we are always thinking of you and we love you more!!! And don't you ever forget it!!

Ryder Lee Ollerton

I don't think either one of us was prepared for the pride and incredible love we would have for Ryder! We both just know this is a special kid! He is 1 year 4 months. He hasn't been a "baby" for a while now. Just such a boy! He loves riding in the Rhino, the 4-wheeler, and lawnmower. When all is parked you'll find him crawling all over them! He is already excited about the snowmobiles that are starting to make their way out. He LOVES to be outside, rain or shine! Is it normal to think your child is a genius already? He mans his way around the i-pad better than we do! We laugh every day over stuff he is saying or doing. He clearly loves to make people laugh! Anyone who meets him and is able to get through his initial stare down, walks away just adoring him! It probably helps that he has amazing hair and eyelashes! He is a good example to us every morning. He wakes up with just a big smile on his face!

We love you Ryder!

Phaedra Parker

This woman is an inspiration to me for many reasons but one that stands out indefinitely is her willingness to help anyone out at anytime! She is definitely the worlds greatest Step Mom! (Besides me of course :D) I don't think many people these days would do anything in there power to pull a fundraiser together to help single mothers have good Christmas's! She is always there when I need to vent about stupid things and she always gives the best advice she can!! She has been through a lot in life and she has learned a lot too! I see her as a very wise woman. She even took on a lot marrying a man that had 3 kids and god knows how many grandchildren! Even though she wasn't ready to be a Grandma! She is the very best Bnana any kid could ask for! And we love her very much!! Thank you for all that you do Nana!!!  

Christine Humphreys

As time continually progresses, the more I realize how much my mom taught me. I find myself recalling so often things that she would say to me. I treasure the things that she taught me. I treasure the advise that I received. Imparting her words and knowledge keeps her alive.

She taught me things that to this day make me laugh: I remember one time I went to Wal-Mart with her and we decided to get a donut before shopping. We ate them and my mom said, "Ya know, I think the least that Wal-Mart owes me is a donut for me doing my shopping here." I couldn't agree more. And to this day I don't feel any guilt when I enjoy myself a donut at the store.

My mom had common sense: She always said, "Money is meant to be spent and cars are meant to be driven" Thus why I don't always feel guilty when I spend money or drive far too much.

In going through her trials and sickness she said. "I think I knew what I was in for in the pre-earth life and what was to come and the trials I would face and I accepted them to be able to have the change to be with my children."

My mom understood the gospel in every way. She understood that she was foreordained to be my mom and to be an example in this life and to go through the trials that she had to endure. She went through this life with dignity and grace and style. She embraced those around her who were rarely embraced by others. She loved her husband in a way that he will never be the same while he is away from her. She raised her children in a way that for the rest of our days we will cherish her and call her blessed.

I love you, Mom. Beyond these words.

Casey

www.foreverchristine.blogspot.com

Jaci Smith

Jaci genuinely enjoys people and cares for their well being. When I asked her if I could use her property for an All Doll'd Up showcase, not only did she say, "OF COURSE, SILLY!" She opened her home for girls to try their dresses on and offered everything she possibly could to make it successful. I truly felt comfortable asking for things too! I love that :) In the few hours that I was there, not only did she impress me with how comfortable she made the many customers feel, friends continuously dropped in to say high! She clearly loves it! It's never a bad time! If she was in the middle of cooking dinner for her family and someone drops in, she is now cooking for her family and her friend with no questions asked! Her home is your home!! AMAZING!!!!

Brenda Burrup

My older sis, Brenda, is someone I truly admire. I honestly don't know if there is anything she can't do. If we were back in pioneer days, I would want her on my team, for sure! We would be the best fed, best dressed with our names stitched clearly on our seams, playing the funnest, most creative games. She is a wife (of a man who just completed his masters.. CONGRATULATIONS, JOEL!), mother of 4 beautiful children, and just recently went back to school. Amazing! Her smile in infectious! She has an eye to see those who are in need and is quick to serve. She's always good for a real good laugh, too! She is the full package! I sure love you, Sis and don't see you enough!!