A kindred spirit

Gracie (2 weeks) and Grandma Gardner
When I was younger, my mom always talked about kindred spirits. Ever since I've known Justin's grandma, I've felt a special connection to her. A kindred spirit. I worked for Grandma Gardner the first summer we were married and have spent a lot of time with her as we have lived in Pine Valley each summer since we've been married. Gracie's middle name is Maree (after this special grandma). Well, last Saturday Justin's grandma passed away. We miss her already and will continue to miss her. This last week I've been very grateful that we are able to be blessed by the lives of others. We have also been happy to be back in St. George and have loved being back around family.

Gunner (2 months) and Grandma Gardner

Over spring break
Kellie, Camille, Kim, Carrie, Jeff Justin (Justin and his siblings at the viewing)

Preach My Gospel

For those who may not know, Justin's parents have been called to preside over the Montana Billings mission as mission president and companion. We are so excited for them, and know they will be great missionaries. They leave at the end of June and we are getting really excited to go spend some time with them before they leave for the next three years (even though they will be a lot closer in Billings than they are in St. George).

Here are Justin's parents at conference. For those who don't know the Gardners, I married into the best family ever. I really don't deserve all of my blessings. The Gardners are all funny, kind, caring, talented, and amazing people that make me want to be a better person. I am really going to miss them but am interested to see how different it will feel (still being able to talk to them and visit them). Anyway, if you want to read about them in the church news, click here.