A Haines Family Trip.

For some reason, I still do not understand this is going in the wrong direction so start from the bottom and read up and you will better understand the trip. I could have added so much more but I am frustrated. I will try again and I hope it goes better. But needless to say we had a great time and loved being together. Go Cody we look forward to seeing you in July!

As we prepared to travel home we were worn out and still full of fun and spunk. My sister likes to show her spunkiness.


The day after graduation we went to a place I like to call Precious Momentsville. My mother Nancy loves precious moments and has collected them for years. So off we went, mom had a smile on her that lit up the room. We went to the Chapel where there were murals, stained glass and a room dedicated to Sam Butcher's son who died in his early 40's. The Chapel is beautiful and and you can sense Sam's love of life and people.

The Fam after graduation, Cody is relieved he can now put on some civis and relax for oh about 48 hours, he left for Germany 2 days after he graduated!

Cody is such a handsome man...this just after he walked and recieved his pin. We are so proud of him and his desire to serve and protect our country. There are many good men serving our country and we need to thank the Lord for their service and remember to pray for them and their families.

Ok so I forgot to rotate the picture before I added it...remember I am still learning....The purpose of the trip was to see my Nephew Cody gradutae from Army Bootcamp. Jan was so excited to see Cody.

This picture is suppose to be down further. I am still learning how to do this....HELP KILEY...HELP TARIN....

Nancy the leader of the pack arranged for the trip it was the first time our family has gone anywhere together. I must say the trip was an adventure and one that I will remember. I played the role of photographer and party planner.

My Brother Kim or Uncle Bubba to those who know and love him went also, he was a tropper 3 women and 1 man, he deserves major props.

It was my sisters first plane trip, she was so excited and then somewhat dismayed at the size of the plane it was too small for her liking, however, she made the best of it.

The picture is above.
Our first night we stayed in Branson, Mo and of course went to a show...Dolly Pardon's Stampeed Round-up dinner show. The show was great with beautiful horses and great stunts. The food was amazing and guess what no forks, spoons or knives...we ate with our fingers good but messy.

Lessons From Mamacita

I have been pondering mistakes over the past week, there are many different types of mistakes with vary degrees of severity. You can make the common mistake of forgetting ones name or the grevious mistake of running a red light ( which by the way can be expensive). Some mistakes can be costly while others just reek havic with your emotions. The important thing is to recognize the mistake for what it is and own up to the problem. Don't justify or make excuses or the worst blame someone else for your mistake. When we own up to the misdeed we become empowered to do the right thing and make ammends. That is when your true character comes out and integrity shines. So go forward and be honest with yourself, you will find greater courage and strength as you do so.

Situation to ponder....You go shopping and when you get home you discover that the store did not charge you for a 50 cent candy bar, what do you do?

Ahh the Week of Love

I must say as a child valentines day did not hold a lot of magic for me. As a young adult there was magic to a small degree, it wasn't until I met the man of my dreams that the mystery of the day became apparent. I am fortunate to have a husband who is a kind, loving man. One who puts others first and strives to make those around him happy. As our family has grown so has our love it is deeper and stronger and for that I am grateful!

As I reflect on my children and the great strengths they have I am in awe...Tarin is a beautiful mother of three! She is such an example of courage, strength and resourcefulness. She works hard everyday to raise her children in an enviornment of love and joy. Marc her husband works hard to provide for his family, he is generous with his time and is always willing to help others. I am so grateful they have each other.

Kiley is working on her Masters at BYU, she works hard and pushes herself daily. I love watching her as she comes upon a challenge...she can be a force to be reckon with...I just try to stay out of her way! As a little girl she always wanted to do better and be better. I can't wait to see what the next few months will bring. Kiley is currently looking for a job, whoever hires her will be fortunate to have a great employee.

Ashley has always beent he adventurous one...I learned quickly not to say no to her because she would find a way to do it no matter what the cost. She could find joy in what ever circumstance she was in, and she would try to help others she her joy. Ashley is currently serving a mission in Cleveland, Ohio she serves part-time in the Church Historial sites.

Matthew...what can I say bringing him into the world was a challenge...once he was here he made our family complete. He is a good son and strives to do what is right, he is currently preparing himself to serve a mission and he is playing golf for BYUH, he has a great life living in Hawaii playing golf everyday. Most people work thier whole life to retire and play golf, Matthew goes to college and lives a dream at 18.

This week I want my family to know how much I love them, they are my reason for living...they inspire to be better, they are my heros!

Now if I could figure out how to post pictures, there would be some...I will figure this out soon.

I am on the WEB!!!

Thanks to my daughter Kiley I now have a blog. I am not sure what to say or do but I will figure this out. I can't wait to post pictures of my family whom I love more than life!

We seem to be a globe trotting family at the moment, not the kind with a basketball, we are just all over the globe. Ashley is in Ohio serving a mission, Matthew is in Hawaii going to school and playing golf, in his first tournament he placed 3rd! Go Matthew!! Kiley is in Utah for the moment, she just returned from Belise and will be going to Minnesota some time in the future. Tarin, Marc and the babes (who are the cutest things ever) are here in Bako with Rob and I.

Merry Christmas Mother

This blog has been created for you--- so you can blog about home, the babes, running, your amazing kids, tender mercies, goals, hopes, dreams and anything your heart desires.

Oh, and also so we can comment on everything you say and you can be linked to our blogs.

Love you,
Kiley