Jordan Packard

Jordan is 25 and enjoys car detailing, body building, and cars.

NELSON UPDATE

The Nelson's are excited that we have been able to see each other. Taelin and Jen got to come and see me my birthday and now I get to go back to Boise for Christmas. The lord has blessed us a lot. Taelin is getting crazy big and runs all over the place. His favorites are playing with Macie Mae and tricking people whenever he can. I have no idea why he is so mischievous... Where on earth did he learn to be like that? WE may never know. I am almost done with MOS school and will recieve my orders soon, so stay tuned on where we will be stationed. Hope everyone is having a blast MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL...

Cameron Nelson Lewis

Cameron enjoys spending time with his family. He loves to put together the marble run, and watch the excitement of the children as the marbles roll down. He also enjoys studying and looking at architecture and materials. He works for the Forest Service as an architect. One of his favorite parts of his job, is when he travels to McCall, ID. He has the opportunity to visit with Nana and Papa. Cameron has three children, Morgan, Porter, and Annie.

Karter Donald Nelson

Karter Donald Nelson
Dec. 6, 2010 ~ 4:36 pm
7 lbs 15 oz ~ 19 1/2 in
Proud Parents: Kyle & Brooks

Our handsome baby boy FINALLY arrived on Monday, December 6th. So far he's been such a good baby. Kylie loves holding him and Kody loves rubbing his cheeks, because they're so soft. He has lots of dark hair, so far his eyes are blue and he has long feet. His pediatrician says he's headed for size 14 or 15 shoes. Maybe he'll be tall too?
I have loved him since I found out I was pregnant, but it's amazing how much that love has grown in such a short amount of time. He is so precious and we are so grateful to have him in our family.

All ready to go home!

Andrew Bowler

Andrew is 10 years old and is in the 4th grade. He LOVES sports. Especially baseball and basketball. As you can see from the photo, he is a huge Dodger and Laker fan. His favorite players are Andre Ethier (shown in the picture) and Kobe Bryant. In his free time, he can be found dribbling a ball, throwing a ball, catching a ball, or hitting a ball.

Reunion Updates - 07/10/10

Dear Family,
We are a week away from the reunion and everyone is working hard to make sure it goes well. Here are a couple of things that need clarified and a couple of items that I really could use help with.

1 - Hamburger cook-off - It has been brought to my attention that I didn't explain this very well so I am going to try again. As I read what I wrote it sure didn't sound very clear. So here goes!!!! I will provide hamburger (enough for the dinner). If you would like to share a recipe that you make or want to try something new bring enough ingredients for 1 to 2 pounds of hamburger. We will then have everyone choose what they like and I have some prizes to hand out. I am thinking of making the burgers - Slider size so you can try several. This is only if you want to share something. Otherwise you have to just eat what I make!!!! Is this clear as mud????

2 - There is not alot of furniture in Grandma's house. I suggest you bring camping chairs to sit on.

3 - Sunday Breakfast for those at the house - I will have cold cereal. One kind don't know what it is yet but if you are picky I suggest to bring something else.

4 - DOES ANYONE HAVE A BBQ THAT THEY COULD BRING? WE REALLY NEED ONE FOR SATURDAY NIGHT!!!!! IF YOU COULD HELP ME OUT I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT!!!!!

5 - SNACKS ---- IF EVERYONE COULD BRING TWO OR THREE ITEMS THAT COULD BE THROWN ON A SNACK TABLE FOR EVERYONE TO SHARE THAT WOULD BE GREAT!!!!! THANKS---HOPEFULLY WE WILL GET A GOOD VARIETY. I AM BRINGING POPCORN FOR MOVIE NIGHTS.

6 - DRINKS-----THERE WILL BE JUICE AT BREAKFAST AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT FOR DINNER BUT DRINKS FOR ANY OTHER TIME DURING THE DAY PLEASE PROVIDE WHAT YOU LIKE TO DRINK FOR YOUR FAMILY.

THERE MAY BE MORE BEFORE THE WEEK IS UP!!!!

UNCLE WES

One week until the family reuion. Looking forward seeing everyone. If any of you have paper plates, cups, and fork ect. that you could bring to help out that would be great. See you in LAVA.

Family Reunion Update - 07/05/2010

Please note the changes of the agenda for the family reunion:
July 16th - Everyone arrives and on own for Dinner -
7:30pm - Opening Get together at ReNea's Mother's Home at 11759 E. Fish Creek, Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
8:00pm - Family Movie - UP
9:30pm - 11:00pm - Hot Springs for those that want to soak!!!

July 17th -
8:00am - 9:00am - Breakfast at Grandma's Home (Breakfast done by Wes and ReNea)
9:30am - Photos for those that want them with their families and Grandpa and Grandma, Games and Crafts
City Memorial Park by the LDS Church
11:00am - Family Basketball Game, Tennis, or Playground fun for all able to move that way.
Genealogy Help - Enid and Grandpa
12:00pm - Family Feud - Whoo will win the Prizes?
1:00pm - 2:00pm - Lunch (Provided by Dawna's Family)
2:00pm - 3:00pm - Rest or Free Time
3:00pm - 6:00pm - Swimming, Golf, Rafting on the River or whatever you want to do in Lava!!!!
6:00pm - Dinner at Grandma's Home - Dinner by Robert and Enid)
Note: Wes is bringing Hamburger and wants everyone to bring their best original hamburger recipe to participate in a hamburger coo-off. We will vote on the best hamburgers.
7:30pm - Name that Tune - (Jackie and Wes) Prizes for those that get the most right!!!!!
8:30pm - Family Movie - Blind Side!!!!!
10:00pm - 11:00pm - Hot Pools for those that need to soak.

Sunday July 18, 2010
Church at 11:00pm -

Reunion complete until 2012!!!!

Couple of Notes:
Please NO pets at Grandma's House!!!!
If you still need a place to stay please get hold of Wes at wpnelson8@gmail.com or nelson0726@msn.com or 208-362-0726.

Swimming Prices are as follows - No groups rates are availible on the weekends. Hours 11:00am - 8:00pm
2 and under - $1.50 and swim diaper is provided, 3-11 - $7.00, 12 and up $7.50,
Hot Pools - again not groups rates on weekends.
2 and under $1.50 and swim diaper is provided, 3-11 7:00 and 12 and up $7.50.

Golf and rafting are also available along with a couple of museums and historical points of intrest.
If you are staring at ReNea's moms home please be aware that you will need to bring an air mattress, towels, bedding etc. You will also need to bring your own incidentals such as Shampoo etc. Those camping at Grandma's are free to use the bathrooms. We will expect everyone to help clean up before you depart.

We look forward to a great reunion and look forward to seeing each of you.

If you have any questions or concerns please let us know.

Family Reunion

Just a couple of notes about the House we are using. Everyone will need to bring air matresses because there are no beds. At this point of the 4 bedrooms I have ReNea and myself in one, Jennie, Taelin, Tyler and Heidi in another, Jackie in one and Clarrissa in one. There is still plenty of room in the bonuse room for people to sleep. Also those that are camping can use the bathrooms. There are 3 of them and 2 showers and 1 bathtub. We are bringing a microwave to warm up things. There is also a frig, stove, and dishwaher.

I will be assigning meal to the brothers and sisters this week end. So there shouldn't be a major burden on any one person or family.

Last point please be aware that there will be NO PETS allowed in the house!!!!! Thanks for your understanding.

See you all soon.

Wes

Reunion Base

Dear Family -
We will have centering the family Reunion in Lava at ReNea's mother's home. We have a large home there and a huge basement with 3 bathrooms and showers. We can have several of you stay there if you would like. We have four bed rooms and a huge bonus that we can fit people. You will need to bring air matresses to sleep on. If you are intrested in staying there please let me know. Also if you have a camper you can park it at Iris home and you could plug it in. If you are intrested please give me a call or email me. Phone 208-362-0726 or wpnelson8@gmail.com.
Thanks
Uncle Wes

Dear Family,
The family reunion is quickly approching July 16 - 18,2010. Most of you have heard that the reunion has been changed from Boise to Lava Hot Springs, Lava, Idaho.

1 - July 16th - Friday - People begin to arrive - Dinner at 7:00pm - ReNea's Mothers Home.
Movie Night in Lava until 9:30pm
Lava Hot Pools for those that want to from 9:30pm to 11:00pm

2 - July 17th - Saturday - 8:30am - 9:30am - Breakfast at Reunion Base - (ReNea's Mothers Home)
10:00am - Games and Crafts - City Memorial Park by LDS Church
1:00pm - Lunch
2:00pm - Family Photos with Grandpa and Grandma - (Tyler will take them)
Family Basketball game - Park
Genealogy - Help!!!!!
Name that Tune!!!!
4:00pm - Family Fued - Who will WIN - Great Prizes
6:00pm - Dinner - Park
8:00pm - Movie Night at Base
9:30pm - Hot Pools

Sunday - Breakfast at Base - 9:00am
Church - 11:00am - and then depart for home.

I will be sending directions and more info this weekend.

Uncle Wes and Aunt ReNea

Kyle Nelson Family

Well, I haven't done a very good job of keeping everyone up on how we are doing. We are still in Logan, Kyle is doing well in school. He did get laid off in January but we are doing fine. He found a job that he hates but it's better than what he had......nothing. haha While Kelsey was up this last weekend she got a few pictures of us all. Here are a few of us.Kylie will be 6 on May 16th. She is taking ballet right now and just started soccer. She scored 3 goals in her last game and her coach is very impressed with her soccer skills. Especially where she has never played before. She'll be playing her 2nd year of T-ball this summer and can't wait. She loves to be outdoors and be with her family & friends. She went with me to help my dad brand cows over the weekend and she spent the whole time on the horses. She doesn't get to ride much anymore because we hardly ever go to Tremonton, so she really enjoyed her time on the horses. Kody will be 4 in October. He is such a fun little boy and has a very active imagination. His favorite toys are Woody and Buzz Lightyear. He can't wait for Toy Story 3 to come out. He is growing up so fast. He used to give me kisses every time I asked for one and now I practically have to beg for them. I miss the days when he would wrap his chubbby little arms around my neck and give me a great big kiss. He's not a baby anymore, that's for sure.
Here is Kylie making a goal at her last soccer game. She loves it and has so much fun playing. I love watching her and I'm so glad I signed her up for it even though I didn't really want to. And last, but certainly not least, Baby Nelson is due sometime around December 11th. We are so excited and the kids can't wait. We walked past the baby toy isle at Walmart last week and they started picking up toys asking if we could get it for our new baby, it took me at least 5 minutes to get them off that isle. It was a nice change though, usually they are asking for toys for themselves. It's nice of them to think of someone else once in a while.

Anyways that's about all we have going on for now. We hope you are all doing well.

Love ya! Kyle, Brooks, Kylie & Kody

Kelsey Romph - Acceptance!

Facebook post from Kelsey Romph:

I GOT ACCEPTED TO BE IN THE 2012 DENTAL HYGIENE CLASS AT WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY!!!!

Lisa Larsen's Good News

After a long period of moving up the ranks, Lisa has finally been offered a full time position at Sylvan Learning Center in Georgia. 

FINALLY!

Elizabeth Cooper Made Forefront!

Congratulations to Elizabeth Cooper, who auditioned for the show choir, Forefront, and made it!!

"Forefront is a show choir where you sing and dance. You go on competitions and compete against other schools. It's a really fun activity!" -- Elizabeth

Good luck, Elizabeth!!

Sam Pugmire is Coming Home!!!

Facebook post by Deb:

Sam Pugmire returns from mission Thursday, March 11. Speaking in our ward on Sunday, March 14th at 11:00 AM at our building on corner of Foothill and Canyon Roads in Provo. Ya, I'm excited.....it's in six days.....holy cow.

Also, speaking in Woodinville Second Ward on March 28th at 9:00 AM. We will be there:)

News for Cameron & Michelle!!

Facebook Post from Michelle Lewis:

Thought I would make it known to all, I am 9 weeks pregnant, and feeling all of the joys of morning (all day) sickness!

Congratulations to them, and stay tuned for baby updates!

John and Ashley are getting Married!!!!

Well John has done it!!! He has proposed to Ashley and they will be getting married on June 5th in Grace Idaho. If you don't know where Grace is - it is by Lava Hot Springs and Pocatello. We will update more as we go. Dalin will be leaving for the Marines just 2 days later on the 7th. So Another busy start to the Summer.

Uncle Wes

Adam Fife

Age: 6
Grade: Kindergarten

Adam loves playing the Wii, hanging out with Uncle Jack, riding his bike, rollerskating, and playing with his friends.  He is an expert manipulator and rarely stops talking.  His favorite sport is baseball, and he likes to sing if other kids are singing, too.  Adam wants to be a cop when he grows up.

Family Reunion

The dates for this years family reunion will be July 15, 16 and 17th in Boise. We are figuring the Dad and Ada can be home for this one. Here is a tenitive schedulae of events -
July 15th - Friday evening - Adult dinner - Place and time TBD (Baby sitters will be availible)
Saturday - 8:00am Breakfast - Location to be determined, family games and time together - Lunch and Dinner
Sunday - Church with Grandma and Grandpa and then go home.

More details to come!!!! I will have Hotels blocks for those that might want a hotel and I am also looking a some RV campgrounds for those of you that want to bring an RV. More details coming.

Uncle Wes and Aunt ReNea

Jason is moving back to Utah!

Jason as excepted a position to run a new store in Layton for Verizon. He will be returning to Utah very soon.

BOISE STATE WINS FEISTA BOWL!!!!

We where able to attend the BSU vs. TCU game in Glendale AZ.. What a treat and then to have the BRONCOS win. Tyler, Heidi, Jason, Jennie, Taelin, Grandma and Grandpa where all there to support the Broncos and Dalin. We had a blast and cheering very loud for the BRONCOS. 14-0. Beat the Pac-10 Champion and Mountain West Champion. Also beat 6 bowl teams. Go Broncos!!!!