West Indies Trip part 1 almost

In the airport getting ready to leave . We look pretty good for it being 10pm and being up since 5am.
(note: first up close picture of lacey with no braces!!!)

Ok sorry I havent posted about our big trip, the past 2 weeks have been so busy. Hopefully friday I will be able to post pictures and stories.

Update

Ok now that I have all the July birthdays posted, I can update everyone on the happenings of the Jones family.


This weekend we have our 2 cute little nephews staying with us while their mom and dad are on a much needed vacation. They get back on Sunday and then our fun week begins.


Here is how our week is going to go


Monday: just normal going to work. and start packing. not to bad


Tuesday: Brandon has to go to the CCSD offices to get all his paper work done for the up coming school year. Lacey just work. still pack. Still not too bad.


Wednesday: Lacey gets her braces OFF!!!!!! finally after 2 & 1/2 years they are coming off!! I can wait. Wednesday night Lacey has mutual for young women's. Brandon has to take 2 tests and has to go up to the weight room for football.


Thursday: Last day of work and get ready for our trip. & Kenzie Birthday!!


Friday: Brandon finally done with student teaching! He has been teaching at an elementary school and has learned that the 3rd grade is not for him. Chad and Emilys wedding. Sometime today we have to get last minute stuff for our trip.


Saturday: Little Lauren is getting Married!! I cant believe it. I'm so happy for her. Also we have to be all pack.


Finally @ 10:45 all my stress should be gone because I'll be on a plane with Brandon Jordan and my Grandma, heading back to part of Brandon's mission!!! We are lucky enough to be able to go see where he spent 2 years serving the church. For those who don't know where he went, it was called the West Indies mission. We get to go to Trinidad, Tobago and Barbados. I'm so excited!! I promise pictures and stories when we get back!

Brandons B-day

WOW July is birthday month! Brandon, my big brother, had a b-day on the 24! He is the best big brother anyone could ask for. When we were in high school we did alot together. I know he hated his little sister tagging along but I'm glad I got to. Some of my favorite memories are of the stupid funny thing we did. And let me tell you there were alot of them. We also would stay up really late and just talk about anything. My parents would get mad we were up so late but we had some of the best talks. We could tell each other anything. As we have gotten older we still are really close and love to give each other a hard time. I love him so much and want him to be happy. Hopefully one day he will find a good girl and settle down. I love you Brandon!

Another Birthday!

My WONDERFUL Grandma had a birthday on the 26th! She is such a sweet person and wants the best for all her family. Every Sunday she has all of her family, sometimes up to like 30 people if we are all there, and makes dinner for everyone! That alot of cooking to do. Grandpa helps too. Grandma always has something to make you feel better. If you get a cut or scratch just go to Grandmas Surgery and she'll make it all better. I love you so much Grandma! Thanks for all you do for our family. Is hard living farther away and not getting to come to dinner as often as before but know we still love you and are thankful to have you as a Grandma!!

Happy Birthday MOM

Today is my moms birthday! I love her so much and she has always been there for me. She has listen to me when I needed her the most. She is an amazing women who has brought 6 kids into this world. She is everything and more that you would want a mom to be. She has always done without so her kids didnt have to. She is my best friend. I love when I get to spend time with her. Now that I dont live close I realize how much I took that for granted. I know its only an hour away but sometimes it seems like longer. Mom, I love you so much and thanks for all you have done for me. I wouldnt be the person I am today if it wasnt for you. You have alway been there and been my biggest cheerleader and supported me in all my decisions. Thanks. I hope when I a mom I can be half as good as you! I Love You so much!!!

Happy Birthday Grandpa!

Last week on the 17th was my Grandpa's birthday! I have the best Grandpa in the world! He is such an amazing person and example to me. He is one of my favorite people in the world. I love being around him and listing to his stories and the crazy things he used to do when he was a kid. Just recently he told us about the time when him and his friends threw firecrackers in a bar and hid in a haystack so they would get caught! If you met him would not think he would ever do anything like that. When I was younger ( Ok I was in high school freshman year I think) he told me that we had the first family reunion on the earth. I was like really that's so cool! He said yeah look in Genesis 1:9, it says " And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered together unto one place". Yeah I totally fell for that one!! I love you so much Grandpa. Thanks for always being there for me and our family. I love the time I get to spend with you and I need to spend more time. LOVE YOU!!!

Thanks T

So I was having the hardest time figuring out the whole friends and family list thing and Taryn came to my rescue! I was getting so mad, I wanted to throw my computer. Thanks T! (remember when we used to call you that) P.S. when are we going to get together?????