Christmas Eve at HQ!

We hope Christmas Eve went well for everyone this year! Here are some pictures from HQ. Yes, they are small, but that is because there are quite a few posted. Click on them to see them in big-o-vision.

FAMILY DAY @ THE LITTLE GYM

Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending Piper's "Family Day" at The Little Gym.  She had, by far, more guests than any other student and was, by far, the cutest kid there.  Although she wasn't the loudest singer, that award went to her friend who screamed everything, she did a fantastic job and we were all very proud!  

(Not pictured, but present, was Natalie, Linda, Lenny and me.)

First, they sang/screamed some songs, complete with hand gestures and dancing.

Then, they decorated cookies.  Aunt Natalie kindly helped Piper and brought her a beautiful rose, complete with all the "trimmings".  You rock Natalie!  Grandma was nice enough to give Jack a cookie too and he hasn't slept since....thanks grandma!  XOXO

Then, we moved to the next room where we watched Piper's "routine".  I'm not sure how she did so well on the balance beam because she couldn't stop looking in the mirror to see how cute she looked.

Next, we switched rooms again and helped her decorate a frame for her to give to her mom.  I think she is telling someone that her frame is cuter.....

Thanks for inviting us on your special day Piper, we love you!!!!

NEWEST JAZZ MEMBER

Bruce invited us to go to KSL with him this morning while he represented United Way in receiving a check from AK and Masha Kirilenko and these other Jazz members.  Right before they went on air, Bruce asked if he could get a picture with them and his grandson to which they all replied, "of course".  Thanks Bruce, I didn't have the guts or the power to stall television!  Too bad the picture is so awful, but who cares, I got to meet Korver, am I right ladies???  Then, as the cameras are rolling, the man talking is saying that he would like to turn the time over to Scott Anderson (Zions Bank) and Randy Rigby (Pres. of the Jazz) and Jack lets out one of his trademark  loud "girly" screams, so the man said, "and I guess someone else wants to say something."  It was humiliating, but I got a shot right after he screamed......

Our first Christmas tree

Hi everyone! Natalie and I have set up our first ever (as a couple) Christmas/Solstice/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa tree.

Grandma...(not in the wall)

Margaret Anne Hurst Tingey
April 12, 1917 ~ November 27, 2008
Margaret Anne Hurst Tingey passed away peacefully on November 27, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Lake Tahoe, CA.
She was born to Katie May Daly and William Miller Hurst on April 12, 1917 in Panguitch, Utah. She married Ralph Lee Tingey on September 3, 1941. She received a degree from BYU in Drama and Secondary Education with a minor in Piano, taught school in Minnesota and Utah, and worked for many years alongside her husband in his medical practice.
An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, her service included organist, auxiliary president, teacher, drama coordinator, and as librarian for 12 years. Mom and Dad were stake missionaries and served in the LDS Hospital Branch. She also loved genealogy and temple work, travel, scrapbooking, photography, and organizing family reunions. Mom was a loving mother and grandmother with a passion for music and playing the piano. She was always there for her children and supported them in their many activities.
She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, Rotary Ann’s and Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
Survived by her brother William Daly Hurst, sister Catherine Barney, children Ralph, Judy (Grant Lamphere); Jim (Teri); Tony (Shelly); Mardie (Mark Dodds); 17 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, son William Forest and a great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 12 noon, a viewing for family and friends will be held from 10:30-11:40 prior to services. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online condolences at www.larkincares.com