Mama T

2009-02-13T03:54:00.000-08:00

My wonderful Aunt Dee passed from this life yesterday after a long battle with cancer. She will be missed. This past summer my daughter had the privilege of getting to meet her (along with my other Aunts) and I am so grateful for that.

I will post more later...

2009-01-23T10:21:00.000-08:00

Grief is a funny thing and will strike at moments that are unexpected.. Last night my son was showing me all the mail and there was a birthday card for Roger and it occurred to me that I was excited to get a card from Grandma.. Waves of sadness came over me as I realized that never again in this life will I get a card from her. I don't care about the card! It was the fact that it was from her.. I miss her. I miss her voice. I am still really sad...

2009-01-11T03:22:00.001-08:00

Whew. Long time since last post! Lots has happened and we've been super busy...

Hannah was accepted into the Junior National Honor Society! WOW! She will be inducted on the 26Th of February..This is a huge honor and will be a tool to help with her future...

Abbie was asked to be in an honors choir. Only 8 girls were chosen and yesterday, kids from all over the area met at Missouri Baptist University to learn to sing together. Then they performed the songs they learned all day... It was fantastic! The women who led the choirs were so awesome with these kids.. We are thankful to the music teacher for choosing Abbie.. And the biggest plus is that Abbie had a blast! She said it was one of the best days of her life. She learned a ton..

Brenden is only 8 and isn't too interested in these type things just yet. But he is in karate and loving it.. Games, reading, skate boards and pretend fighting are his thing at the moment...

We have entered another phase in parenting and rather abruptly I might add! This year has so far brought new challenges and opportunities for all of us.. In fact, I have an appointment on Wednesday with a college counselor to discuss my options. I've decided that I am going to spend the money Grandma left me on college. I was so inspired by the fact she went back to school at 42 that I am doing it too...

TTFN...

One of my special Aunts

2008-12-19T02:28:00.000-08:00

I am blessed with 4 wonderful Aunts. But this post is about Judy.. She was pretty young when I was born and I spent a lot of time with her when I was little. I almost feel a sistership (is that a word?? well it is now!) with her. When we would arrive in SLC, I would run down the stairs to her room, which I thought was soooo coool! And she would still be sleeping, you know how teenagers are! And I'd jump on her bed and yell JUDY!

But what I am most proud of her for is how she lovingly took care of Grandma.. She was the one who had to make difficult decisions like taking away the keys to the car,(and she had to deal with Grandma's discontent over not being able to drive..) health matters and how to throw away expired things without getting caught.. She was a true gem and took great care of Grandma..

I just want to say, THANK YOU.. And that Grandma's farewell was wonderful.. More of a celebration. I love you so much Judy and I am so thankful for you...

More Family Photos....

2008-12-14T03:43:00.000-08:00

Trish, Denise & Greta...

Awesome Jensen Grandkids, minus 2 (Aaron & Chris)

More Awesome Jensen Grandkids...

14 of 27 GREAT Grandchildren....

Schlueter Family...

Cheri and the "wig incident"

Family photos..........

2008-12-14T03:35:00.000-08:00

Schlueter Family...

My lovely Mother...

Parker Family...

Some of the Jensen girls...

Sue, Mike & Trish...

More Schlueter Family...

All about Hannah!

2008-12-12T04:13:00.000-08:00

Hey everybody it's Hannah!I just wanted to write a little bit about myself. As you can already tell i am pretty musical.I'm in plays about once or twice a year and i play the flute.I have also banged around on drums, bassoon, and piano.I am also a tiny bit of an artist, i love to draw and paint.I also love experimenting with my clothing and hair.I love to mix and match things untill my outfit is just perfect and then i spend 10-20 minutes on my hair!When i go to school people call me "hippie".Mostly because i have a free spirit but also because i really don't care what others think of me.Like if somone where to call me a name i'd be like ya i don't care and walk away.Lukaly thats givin me a reputation that i'm not fun to bully!And i like it this way!As you can see in the pic above me and bub are pretty close.We like japanese things and anime stuff.On the other hand thought me and Abbs don't really get along.Because we a around the same age we like a ton of the same stuff so we get in fights about that.But, all in all we love each other a lot.

comment on this people!!

Love
~Hannah

Our Sweet Grandma....

2008-12-11T03:57:00.001-08:00

Nelda Maurine Spendlove Jensen
Nelda Maurine Spendlove Jensen 1919 ~ 2008 Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, Nelda Maurine Spendlove Jensen, 88, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 3, 2008 in Bountiful, Utah, of causes incident to age. She was born December 24, 1919 in Magna, Utah, to John Alfred Spendlove and Maude Mae Griffith Spendlove. She married Roland Aaron Jensen on May 6, 1939; their marriage was sealed two years later in the Salt Lake Temple. Nelda and Roland shared 62 wonderful years of marriage together. She was a faithful member of the LDS Church holding many positions, including Relief Society President. At the age of 42 she went back to school and received her nursing degree. She worked as head night nurse of the orthopedic floor at DePaul Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri for five years. She was an example of strength and generosity. She lovingly cared for her dear husband for many years until his death in January 2001. She was a great quilter and quilted up to the end. She volunteered at the Taylorsville Senior Center and loved every minute, especially Bingo day where she secretly provided many of the prizes. She was a loving mother to five daughters. Rest well, dear Mother, 'til we meet again. She is survived by her five daughters: Deanna (Morris) Parker, Newport Beach, CA; Bonnie Jean (Dennis) Dalebout, Costa Mesa, CA; Sharry (Jim) Freudenburg, Longmont, CO; Susan (Michael) Schilling, Arvada, CO; Judith (Rick) Barlow, Farmington, UT; 11 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; brother, Clifton; sister, Marjorie. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Vaughn and Gene; sister, Faye; and great-granddaughter, Elizabeth. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 9th, at 11:00 a.m., at the Taylorsville 10th Ward, 1950 West 4950 South in Salt Lake City. A viewing will be held on Monday, 6 - 8 p.m., at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road in Salt Lake City, and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Interment will follow services at Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 West 4100 South. Deep gratitude to the Taylorsville 10th Ward for their willing service to Mom and also to Legacy House of Bountiful and Alpine Home Care/ Hospice for the loving and dignified manner in which they cared for her.
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My Family- minus a couple

2008-12-10T06:55:00.000-08:00

Went to Utah for my sweet Grandma's funeral. It was actually a beautiful, peaceful time. Got to enjoy family we haven't seen for a long while and I will post pics about that later. But first, here's a photo of my family. It's the first time we've all been together in a very long time. I am thankful for them!

Hannah Christmas Program

2008-12-10T06:53:00.001-08:00

We went to Hannah's Christmas Program last week. She is first chair flute.. It was wonderful! Great Job Honey!

Sad day at our house....

2008-11-23T05:19:00.000-08:00

Our Sweet dog and family friend passed away yesterday. We don't know why, but observed that the past day or two she just wasn't herself. We adopted Maggie in the Edwardsville, Illinois animal shelter a long time ago. It will be weird to not have her pacing the floors at night, or siting next to us while on the couch.

R.I.P. Maggie May.. We will miss you our dear friend...

Turkey Project

2008-11-15T05:55:00.000-08:00

B had a family Turkey project to do for school. Each feather represents something different about our family. We worked pretty hard on this and it's the first BIG project he's had so far. Everyone decorated a feather.. Fun fun fun!

2008-11-12T02:49:00.000-08:00

(Does he look like he is ready to know about drugs?? I don't think so!)

I discussed the situation with B's teacher. She says it's part of the curriculum. I said, for 8 year olds?? Why on this or any other planet does an innocent 8 year old need to know about illegal drugs?? Perhaps knowing that these things exist and to prepare them in case they are approached, but to teach specific things?? No way.. Home school sounds better every year! And we are fortunate because we have 3 other families around us that would all pitch in if it came down to it.

His teacher was very understanding and accommodating. She prepared a separate test just for him and sent it home for approval. As a parent herself, she understands, but is only doing what she is required to do. Lots of parents in our area are single mom's and don't teach their kids about much. They fend for themselves and the parent depends on the public schools to teach them. But there's a whole other bunch of parents who do and who believe that the schools have NO business teaching government branded morality.

So, Tuesday the 18th is the school board meeting and I plan to attend.

2008-11-05T05:10:00.000-08:00

Last night I was helping my 8 year old with his homework and I ran across this question: SUBSTANCES THAT GIVE OFF FUMES.. He looked at me with a puzzled look and said cocaine?? With a smirk that clearly stated that he had no clue what the question was! So I took the paper and read it for myself and I was appalled! HE is 8! And they are teaching this innocent kid about things he has no business knowing yet!

So, I emailed the proper people and have told them he is not allowed to take this class or do the homework. A first for me because up until now, there has been very little controversy at school. So, we'll see what happens.

With all that is happening in the country, I hope that the government doesn't take the stance that they have the right to teach our kids about things they simply do not need to know yet.

Stay tuned... I will be posting about this as it unfolds...

2008-10-05T05:43:00.000-07:00

B has a great little friend! She is a tom boy and they get along fabulously!

Middle School Dance

2008-10-05T05:40:00.000-07:00

The girls and some of their friends had a dance to attend over the weekend. Here's a picture of them with their good friends...

Recent family photo

2008-10-03T09:49:00.001-07:00

Missouri Botanical Garden

2008-10-01T04:23:00.000-07:00

We've decided that we want to add more culture to our lives. This year we went to The Festival of Nations and there were different foods and miscellaneous items from countries around the world. There were stages set up all over Tower Grove park with dancers and music.. It was fun...

In the photo shown, we went to the Japanese Festival at the gardens.. It was really fun! We watched sumo wrestlers, dancers and lots of beauty from strolling through the garden.. This is a place we will return to...

Other Duk's

2008-09-30T03:58:00.000-07:00

Maggie

Sadie

Here's our other family members! Maggie is a very loyal, sweet, fun loving, cute and always wants a hug kind of dog.. Sadie is our wiener! She is sneaky, loud, disobedient and snugly.. Funny how even dogs have such diverse personalities! Too bad for Sadie we had to get a bark collar because for an 8lb dog, she has the bark of a Great Dane!

2008-09-30T03:56:00.000-07:00

In June we went to Colorado to see Bami. Here we are in Estes Park near the glass blowers shop. We couldn't have asked for better weather or traffic! What a fun time we had.

Nature

2008-09-22T03:36:00.000-07:00

We have a great park close by that if you follow the trail for a while, you come to a place that is tranquil and full of wild life. We see about 10 humming birds, snakes, lots of spiders and bugs. It's serene and fun to watch.

H took this picture of a dragon fly. I personally have never seen one this close up before and I love this photo and how well she's captured it's natural beauty..

Enjoy!

Martial Art

2008-09-21T05:59:00.000-07:00

We've decided to learn the art of Karate. Here are the kidz in their Gee's. So far, everyone is enjoying it...

Aloha!

2008-09-20T06:46:00.001-07:00

R's brother and his long time Sweetie got married last night! Finally! Whew, what a great time! I will post a pic of them if they say it's ok...

They had a Hawaiin theme and it was a blast.. The kids, all three were in the wedding party.

Congrats J & D! We love you!

13th Birthday!

2008-09-19T03:05:00.000-07:00

A had her 13th Birthday party last weekend at a place called "You're Fired." We had a blast! You pick out a piece of pottery, paint it and they fire it, you come and get it a few days later.

I can barely believe it's been 13 years. She's such an amazing young person and I am proud of her.

First Post

2008-09-17T06:32:00.000-07:00

I've decided to create a place where family and friends can visit to see what the H family is up to.. We are a very busy, mid western family with struggles and victories like a lot of other families. We value family time. We value spirituality. We love to camp and play games and take long walks to enjoy the beautiful planet we've been given..

School started on August 11 this year. We've had show choir try outs, yearbook tryouts, girl scouts, karate, youth group, drama and so on.. We encougage our kids to get involved and to enjoy exploring new things. A is interested in show choir, gymnastics, reading, writing, singing and babysitting.

H is into drama, show choir, art, yearbook and reading.

B is into karate, baseball, games, reading, pokemon and being a boy..

R just started a new job and loves guitar, singing, reading, music and his family.

Me, well, I'm Mama T and I enjoy my family. I work in the dental field as an office administrator. It's a living, but my passion is helping women. Listening. Encouraging. Just being there. I feel a lot of times like I'm running around like a chicken with my head cut off, but we manage! I used to think your little ones need you most when they are young, but have come to understand they need you more when they are teens.. Whew.. What a great life!

Stay tuned!