Sometimes life gives us moments to reflect on what it's all about... and Father's Day was just another one of those moments.

On July 14th, 2008 David Lee Alder became a Father, a FANTASTIC Father might I add. I could not ask for a better Father for Braedyn. He loves Braedyn and cares for him to the enth degree. When you look at the two of them together, you know in your heart that it is a mutual LOVE.

For Father's Day, Braedyn (with a little help) made his Daddy a special tie...

A ONE OF A KIND you might say.

I think it was a big hit!!!

KISSES!!!!

Not even walking yet,

but he climbs the stairs with ease...

Go Figure!

A Great Day for a Great Day!!!

The clouds finally broke and the rain dispersed... and let me re-emphasize, FINALLY! So, what did the Randolph Alders do? We went for a drive to Wyoming. Granted, we drive to Wyoming at least once a week but this drive was a little different. We headed East on I-80 and drove to Little America... the original Little America for those of you who didn't know. It was a nice drive with sunny, dry skies. While we were there we took the opportunity to let Braedyn explore the playground. If you can't tell... I think he enjoyed himself.

Daddy... I think I can handle this.

Am I doing this right? I don't think I'm moving, but this sure is fun!

I think Braedyn did pretty good with his VERY FIRST Ice Cream Cone.

Life Study...

Life truly is an amazing adventure...

We noticed the Robins in our yard continually flying to the same pine tree. Lo and behold... we found a nest. By the time we found the nest it held four little babies. We took several pictures and at first, we were tolerated. It was kind of strange actually... the older the birds, the more protective the parents.



MOMMY watching very closely, just inches away.



Food? Food? Where?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?

My.... How our babies have grown!

This picture taken just a few days before they left the nest.

On the video below you will see what "protective" truly means.

We're still kickin!!!

What an embarassing entry... has it really been a month since I last logged in? I guess I can't fudge the date on the blog, can I?

Well... I think it's time to come clean. My Husband Dave was laid off on April 16th and to tell you the truth, I have been trying to hide as much as possible. I'm not ashamed, or embarassed just a little sad I suppose. I have been living in a cloud for a little while and today I vow to break through. I have total faith in my Heavenly Father that this too shall pass. I truly believe that every experience in our lives is meant to teach us. We have been truly humbled by the outpooring concern of those in our small community and Church. Tears of Gratitude are always near the surface.

We went to Salt Lake for Memorial Day and visited the gravesite of Mary Alder, Dave's Mother. It was a little emotional because we all wish that Mary was here with us, especially with Braedyn. However, I have no doubt that they have already met and shared many hugs and kisses.

" I know this should come off, but how?"