40 Years Down, 1 Eternity to Go

On March 6th my wonderful parents celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary. They have been through thick and thin together and have really come out on top. They have survived 7 rowdy kids, 24 grandkids, 4 missionaries, running a business or two, stressful work schedules, time-consuming church callings, surgeries, joint replacements, retirement, and an ever growing number of vacations! And they've done it with smiles on their faces! All they have gone through has made them the wonderful people they are today. I love you mom and dad! You are irreplacable and I'm so grateful for the wonderful examples you have set for me and your endless support and love.

Here's a little look back at Ef -n- Loie through the years.

To celebrate the 40 years of bliss, we threw a little party for Ef and Loie at Noah's. It was a blast! We rented the theater room and the racquet ball room. We watched old home videos, listened to our parents' favorite music, and had the Ef-n-Loie Awards, which was awesome! Especially when Ef broke into "River Dance!" So much fun!

Update on Little Loie

Just so you all know, my mom is doing much better now. She came home from the hospital Monday night and she's feeling great. She said, "Now, I'm a human being!" So, that's good to hear. Thanks for all your support and prayers.

Little Loie

My poor mom had to go in on Friday to have a partial knee replacement. The surgery went well, but she has been miserable ever since. The pain meds just aren't working for her, or make her so sick that she can't hold anything down. She's just been having a rough time. But, hopefully she will get to go home tomorrow. But, the worst part is, she has to go through it all over again next month for her other knee. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. She's been a trooper, but she can use all the help and support she can get.

Real Yearbook Pics

Thought you all might enjoy these gems. My mom in 9th and 11th grade.