HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!!

Above is our open house/reception, about a month after we were married. Not a great photo
Below is our family about a year ago..

I have been pondering about the wonderful talks we heard this past weekend in conference. The past few months I have been thinking about things in my life that are changing and have changed. President Monson said. "Nothing is as constant as change!" That statement is so true, this week James and I celebrate our 11Th Anniversary, and I have been remembering all the blessings and trials that we have been through in that short period of time. I know that many of you are aware of some of the health problems that both James and I have experienced, I know that we have been so blessed the Lord has never left our side he has been with us each step of the way, and when we couldn't do it our selves he carried us. When I was told that James had Multiple Sclerosis, the first thing that went through my mind was that our life together on this earth would probably be shortened. I thought how unfair,why did this have to happen to us, to him? It has been almost five years since his diagnosis, he has had many days feeling very sick with little energy. We have tried to remain optimistic, he takes Avonex once a week, and two days of the week, he is very ill, the treatment is only 30% effective. We try to look at each day as a blessing, and we are happy that, that day was a good day. I need to treasure each and every moment that we have together. James I love you so very much, you have helped me be a

better person, each day I have with you and my boys, are treasures to me.
I feel so blessed to be a member of the restored Church, and to have leaders and our scriptures to help lead us and teach us. I want all of my family to know how much I love them!!!
Time never stands still it continues to march on, opportunities come and go. What is important and what is not? "Find Joy in the Journey now" There is no tomorrow to remember if we don't do something today. Pres. Monson. I pray each day that, that day will be the best day, I've learned to smile more, and to enjoy the little things.

Your probably wondering what in the world this is a photo of, let me explain,
eleven years ago on October 3rd at 11pm I went on a blind date with James Pratt,

and on October 7Th, just over three days later we were in
Las Vegas at the Chapel of Love getting married. I know you are

probably thinking are you crazy? No not crazy, we just

did things a little faster than most... James and I have been married for

11 years tomorrow, the 7Th of October, it is amazing how fast time flies.

James I love you so much and wanted to tell you what a blessing you
are in my life... You are the love of my life, you make me laugh, and you are
an awesome father. We have been through more than our share of trials, but I feel so blessed to

have you by my side, and I know that the Lord will continue to bless our family. Thanks for the

many adventures we have had, and

look forward to many many more!! I LOVE YOU HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!

This is about the only photo I have of where we were married.

No we didn't get married through the drive thru, even better we were married in the Rose Room... LOL