Phil

We lost Phil two weeks ago on May 12, 2010 after a very brave 9-year battle with cancer. And we knew it would happen and we were prepared. However, there's really no amount of notice that can actually prepare you for the reality that losing him brings. I played it in my head, I imagined what it would be like when I got the phone call but it still didn't make it any easier or ease the sting of hearing, "I'm so sorry to tell you this, but your father has passed away." Through a few tender mercies, I was at home and with a best friend at my side when i received the news. And she held my hand and we cried. There really aren't words that can be said or things that can be done, but the outpouring of love and the Spirit can still be felt. I've been overwhelmed and humbled the last few weeks and am grateful to know what i know. and I'll be okay. but i miss my dad.

His obituary can be found here

i'm getting married!

ok--that's not true. it's laughable actually. However--many a folk think that I am and here's why....a prank war. My friends K and J have been in an ongoing prank war. His last move was an ad he posted on KSL saying she had General Conference tickets. She was bombarded with phone calls, texts, sob stories, etc.....well played J. So in return K created some wedding announcements. J and I just happen to have a pic together where we're dressed up. Carefeul plotting, planning and deception went into pulling this off. I can not share how I was able to gain access to his phone but it had to be done. Watch out J--your family, friends and singles ward (including the bishopric) all have announcements headed their way. We realize the level of retaliation that this invites, but it was too good not to do it. Team K all the way! and no. my middle name is not Patricia. cash gifts are acceptable-i already have a toaster.

the date is hidden under the ribbon--it's May 29th!

christmas miracles

do you believe in Christmas miracles? I do. It's a family joke when something goes right or is unexpected, it's a christmas miracle. A good chunk of the time, we feel a little like the Griswalds so we welcome these little miracles with open arms. Anyway, i needed a flight home a few weeks ago on very short notice. As part of my job, i coordinate a lot of travel and i happen to know that Dallas, oddly enough, is one of the most expensive markets we travel in, especially with few days notice. the pic below is a bit fuzzy (it was a screen shot) but click on it to make it bigger and you'll see my Christmas miracle.

as a small bonus miracle, i was able to get on the earlier flight for only $50