Matt & KayLynn Petersen

Boondocks

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Future Farmer

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Silly Grandma

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Silly Gibson

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Silly Ellie

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Proud Grandpa

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Ellie Loving the Pool

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Showing His Muscles

2011-08-02T12:01:00.000-07:00

Proud Grandma

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Baby Brekken

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Ellie Helping Grandpa

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Gibson Helping Grandpa

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Brekken's Blessing

2011-08-02T11:35:00.000-07:00

SPRING AND SUMMER 2011

2011-08-02T10:42:00.000-07:00

Wow its been along time since I last posted. Lots of fun things have happened I'll try to get somewhat updated. This April Trudy and Jeff became parents of a health 8lb 1oz baby boy which they named Brekken Thomas such a sweet addition to our family. Trudy is such a great Mom and it has been fun to watch her and Jeff enjoy parenthood.. I was able to spend almost 2 weeks with them after Brekken was born it was really hard to leave them being a Grandma is so great. Also in May I picked Jeri up at the SLC Airport and traveled down to St George so she could spend time with her Sis and new Nephew. Gibson and Ellie also traveled with her and were complete angels. We stayed at the condo and did lots of visiting and swimming, Jeri and kids hadn't seen the sun for months so you can guess where Gib and Ellie want to be. Matt and His Mother travel down that weekend to see Brekken. Thar Sunday Matt was also able to give Brekken a nice blessing with the whole family their. Trudy prepared a nice luncheon it was a specail day for everyone.

Jeri and Jayson planned a trip to Italy so Jeri flow home and the grandkids stayed with us. Jayson's parents live in Logan so we took turns watching them they stayed in Utah for almost 3 weeks.. It was so nice Matt and I did lots of fun things with them from Swimming to going to Boondocks, each day was filled with fun!!! Boondocks is definitely one of their highlights of visiting Grandpa and Grandpas. Jamie and Justin, Jayson's sister and brother in-law was planning on meeting Jeri and Jayson halfway but the last minute Jeri and Jayson decided to make the trip to Utah and visit a few days, before heading home it was a pleasant surprise. It was fun to here about their trip to Italy in person.. In June we travel back to St George to surprise Trudy for her birthday. Matt and I were able to spend some much needed time with Brekken. In July I was able to travel back down to St George and watch Brekken for Trudys last week of full-time work. August 1st she was able to go part-time which is really a blessing to her and Jeff she will not have to have a babysitter and that's just what she wanted. Jeff will be able to watch Brekken while Trudy works and then Trudy will be home in time for Jeff to work so they both are pretty excited. Trudy says it will be quite a sacrifice but one that will be well worth it. I'm so thankful I was able to be a stay at home mom. I think my kids were really blessed because of this.. Thanks Matt for that gift..

A WEEK FULL OF ADVENTURES

2010-04-03T17:18:00.000-07:00

Matt and I have had such a wonderful week Gibson and Ellie our grandkids have been here visiting from Seattle. Each day brings a new and fun experience. They arrived last Sunday and we have been on the go since, feeding horses, taking care of baby chicks, visits to McDonald's for a happy meal and time on the playground and attempting to fly kites! Then it was off to color eggs and get ready for the Easter Bunny. So many things to do and so little time.

Our Trip To Mexico

2009-12-14T20:32:00.001-08:00

December 3rd, Matt and I spent 6 days in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. The weather was perfect while we were there the temps ranged from 85-87 degrees. We spent our time warming our toes in the sand, sitting by the Beach, Snorkeling, Deep Sea Fishing and viewing some of the most beautiful Ruins in the World, Chichen-Itza and Tulum. The Grand Princess Riveria was outstanding and I would recommended it to anyone. The meals and drinks were included so we also spent lots of time eating good food. Beside being on the Beach this Hotel has 7 different pools lots of activity going on all day, so if you were to get bored it would have to be your own fault. Matt and I met some great people while on our excursion Amanda and Derek from England, Jason and Pam from Canada and Ryan and Amy from North Carolina these couples really our day trips. I will attempt to post some pictures

Will we get an Indian Summer

2009-10-07T13:30:00.000-07:00

Summer is officially over. I have been in denial for the last 2 weeks hoping somehow we would get more warm weather but no I don"t think so. I had to go to our storage unit yesterday and find all my fall and winter clothes so I wouldn't have to freeze any longer I found everything except my shoes. Hopefully I have some Boots, Closed Toe Shoes anything! Maybe I'll have to go and purchase some..... that's not a bad thing I guess. I have lots of updating to do just never take the time to get things in order and spend some time catching up on my blog. Girls Weekend, Seattle Trip, 30th Class Reunion and actually Scouting for the upcoming Deer hunt hopefully in the next few days I will be able to post some pics except for the Seattle Trip I must have taken at least 250 pics I wanted to have pics of everything. Then on our way home from Jeri and Jayson's I decided to take a look at all my pics pressed the wrong button and erased everyone of them I was so sad and mad at myself and there wasn't one thing I could do to get them back. Matt says hes buying me a disposable camera that way i can't press any buttons. You can bet I won't ever delete any more pics unless I really want to!!! I know how to do that now...

ITS SUMMER TIME

2009-07-29T21:56:00.000-07:00

This is my favorite time of year, I know its HOT but I can adjust to the heat alot quicker then the cold.I'm going to continue to enjoy because I know that the snow will fly soon enough. I was going to do a better job at updating my blog and now I look and see I have failed. Matt and I have made several trips to St.George, a trip to Seattle, survived Fielding Fun Days and just last weekend a fast trip to Jackson Hole. While we were in St.George Trudy was nice enough to take some pics of Matt and I! I'll try and post them . We also took lots of pics in Seattle but I somehow erased them all from my camera so we have nothing to show for it except great memories. Gibson and Elliott are growing up so fast I wish we were closer so we could spoil them more. Maybe someday soon.I.m going to try and post the pics I do have so wish me luck if that doesn't work I'll recruit Trudys help she'll be up this weekend I can't wait to see her and Jeff

Could Spring Really Be Here?

2009-04-22T14:30:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful day. Its about time!! I was starting to thing we would never get rid of the snow. Not much has been happening around our house, its actually pretty quite with everyone gone, but that's what its all about we raise our kids and then when the time is right for them (not always for us) they leave and venture out in this big world. We than hope and pray our kids learn some of the things we tried to teach them and on the other hand, forget some of the things we did teach them ! Next week my niece Tawsha with be graduating from Nursing School I'm so proud of her I know she has worked hard and we wish her Good luck. Matt and I are planning on being their at her Graduation. I can't decide if I'm more excited for Tawsha!! or for the trip to Sunny St. George!! I love the Dixie Sun and I love Tawsha also. Well everyone have a great day and enjoy the sunshine

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM

2009-04-09T18:21:00.000-07:00

I told myself I would do better at blogging and I realize its already been almost two weeks since my last post. So without boring everyone I will attempt to get caught up. We celebrated Matt's Mothers 79th Birthday on April 1st. Yes she is a April Fools Baby!! It was a nice evening for us all, Matt and I went to her house made smoothies and watched American Idol which is a program I never thought I could get into, but this season has sucked me in and I have to plan around the shoe each week. I can't believe the level of talent on the show. That weekend we enjoyed Conference I always enjoy the talks and can't wait for the Ensign so I can go back and reread the talks I missed and refresh my memory on the ones I really enjoyed. There always seems to be one speaker that has a big impact on me and the things I do each day and this time it was Jeffery Hollands talk all I can say is WOW what a SPIRITUAL GIANT I challenge anyone who wasn't able to listen to him find his talk in the May Ensign or go to the LSD website I know you will love it.

WHERE IS SPRING?

2009-03-28T09:58:00.000-07:00

Wow what a difference a week makes, just as you think spring is finally here Mother Nature lets you know different. All week the temps have been in the high 30's and low 40's not exactly what some would expect the middle of march to be. I guess that's Utah right... Matt and I have made it through our first week in a long time at home by ourselves, Matt will adjust quickly I'm sure, as for me It could take some time. I think us Mothers spend so much time doing things for our children that when it stops we're left thinking what now. We really are so happy for all our kids and the different stages they are in their Marriages proud of Braydon and Mickie and the decision they made to start off their lives together right and be Sealed in the Temple for all Eternity. Proud of Jeri and Jayson and the sacifices they have made to make sure Jayson gets his schooling finished. 1 more semester left yea!!! Proud of Trudy and Jeff they are living in St. George working hard and enjoying the Dixie sun.. Each one are examples to me and I would like to gives them all a Big Shout Out. I LOVE YOU ALL LOTS..

WHAT A GREAT DAY!!

2009-03-25T10:33:00.000-07:00

It's been such a whirlwind of events that I can't believe it's been over 2 months since I last posted!!! Wait yes I can I'm really not the best at it, I even told my self in Janurary I would do better, now its almost April what can I say. March 13th Braydon and Mickie were sealed in the Bountiful Temple what a beauitful day everything went as planned. I'm hoping to have some pic soon Matt insisted I leave my camera home and just let the Photographer do her job, one less worry right.For once I actually listened to him now I'm getting pretty anty about seeing and remembering that day. The Newlyweds went to Playa Del Carmen had a great time and are now completely moved into their new apartment in West Haven close to Mickies work, Braydons work for at least the next 6 months and Weber State where eventually they both hope to attend I'm sure they will be taking turns but thats what its all about right sharing. Monday was Me and Matt's first day being Empty Nesters not so sure I like this yet everyone says that will change hopefully it will after almost 30years of raising our kids it takes alittle time to adjust to. I'm so proud of all may children they each have they own special personalitys and have made such good chooses in life. It's so fun to watch each one of them with the spouces and little familys all I can say is Thanks and I love each one of you more then you'll ever know..

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Make a Smilebox scrapbook

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Make a Smilebox greeting

The New Year

2009-01-05T15:31:00.000-08:00

This year went be so fast I can't believe it! 2009 is promising to be an exciting year for our Family. Braydon will be getting married to his High School Sweetheart March 13th, 2009, Wedding plans are well on the way . Also our Niece Tawsha Chadburn will be graduating from Nursing School May 1st 2009 yeah!! Jayson will also be graduating from University of Washington in June with his Masters Degree. We're extremely proud of them all and wish them well.

2008-11-24T08:42:00.000-08:00

The Holidays are fast approaching and I can't wait!! Trudy & ; Jeff will be here for Thanksgiving. Jeri and Family will be spending Christmas with us. Trudy and Jeff will also be making a trip back up during Christmas to spend some time with the Davis Family. Our Family has decided to celebrate Christmas this year in Bear Lake. Christmas Eve we'll venture out into the wilderness in search of the perfect Christmas Tree then we 'll spend the night making Decorations, Singing & Telling Christmas Stories. Christmas Day should be extra fun Eating, Playing Games & Enjoying each others company. Time with Family is so precious especially when you have to share. You Grandmas know what I'm talking about I am working on being better at sharing .Our Family wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and a very Merry Christmas Season.

She said "Yes"

2008-11-21T22:29:00.000-08:00

Today was an exciting day for our family Braydon Proposed to he's High School Sweetheart Mickie. We're so happy for both of them and are so excited for their new Journey in life. Congrats to both if them and happy planning!! I was able to video most of the proposal today and hope to get it on my blog asap with trudys help. Hopefully in the near future you can all veiw it.

29 Years!! Who Knew

2008-10-30T09:55:00.000-07:00

Matt and I celebrated our 29th Anniversary last weekend in Moab. It was a weekend full of lots of fun and adventure. We would wake up every morning,eat breakfast and then hit the trails. I'm sure a person could go for days and never cross the same trail. matt and I will definitly go back and spend more time. Here's some pictures of our trip.

WHERE DID THE SUMMER GO??

2008-10-04T17:29:00.001-07:00

I can't believe its aready October & Summer is Over although I have high hopes that this Indian Summer we're experiencing will last forever I really love it. The Flowers seem to have a added burst of beauty after almost burning up in the hot summer heat and the Lawns are greener, everything just looks so renewed and then the cold and snow comes.... oh well I can't complain I love the changes ,it would be pretty boring without them. This Summer has been filled with lots of Adventures but you would never know it because i'm terrible at this Blogging thing . We've been busy with Reunions, Weddings , Moto Cross Racing, A Surprise visit from our Kids in Seattle, Vegas with the Girls and just Relaxing when possible. Oh and I almost forgot we now have a house guest that is Braydons new project(Tito).

Viva Las Vegas

2008-09-10T12:08:00.000-07:00

Well all I can say is it was WONDERFUL!! Our girls Weekend was a big success imagine that! Jeri, Trudy and I left for Vegas on Thursday one day ahead of the rest and it was so nice to spend some time with my girls. We went shopping and to a show that night and the show was awesome. It was a Cirque De Soleil named KA. They did some pretty amazing things all the way through it, at points you weren't sure which part of the stage to watch, you didn't what to chance missing anything. Our Condo was really nice it had at least 5 pools and a Lazy River so you know where we all spent our spare time. The temperature was just right for me maybe a little to warm for some, but no one complained. Friday Evening the rest of the gang arrived which consisted of my Sister DeeLynn, her Daughter Tawsha, and my Mom. My Mom and Tawsha haven't seen Jeri for more than a year so it was a nice long visit for them all. We all had so much fun that we decide to make this a yearly event having it at the Condo in Las Vegas again next year. I could go on forever about the fun times had by all but instead I'm going to post our pics and you can come to your own conclusion.

Cheyenne's Baptism

2008-06-06T22:20:00.001-07:00

Trip to St. George

2008-06-03T18:23:00.001-07:00

This week we went to St. George for the weekend, it was lots of fun. Cheyenne was Baptized and confirmed. It was a very special weekend for her and the family. Matt and I went down Thursday night and spent most of Friday riding our four-wheelers. We then went to Iggy's for dinner with Dee and Allen everyone seems to love the new man in her life, her patience may have paid off.

Check out my Slide Show!

2007-11-18T19:27:00.001-08:00

WE MISS YOU ALL!!

2007-11-18T17:16:00.000-08:00

Its almost Thanksgiving and we will be going to Alan and Connie Meades this year with Grandma Pete. It should be a fun day, I won't have to cook just dessert and that should be easy. We will miss all our children who will be spending ThanksgivingDay in various places. Matt and I Can't wait for Christmas, when we will be able to have them all home.

Fall Foilage Adventure

2007-10-12T21:02:00.001-07:00

Seattle Trip

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Our Trip To Seattle

2007-10-12T10:37:00.000-07:00

We really enjoyed our visit to Seattle Wa. I think you could do something every weekend and never see the same thing twice. It was a real treat to spend some time with Gibson and Ellie they are both growing so fast. Grandpa and I miss them already. Jayson and Jeri seem to be settling in and I'm sure they both will be busy with their little Family, Work and School. Wow to be young again, I get tired just thinking about them. We love all our children and are excited for each one of them and hope to continue watching them grow in there own ways. Miss you all and hope to see you soon

UPDATE ON LIFE IN FIELDING

2007-09-12T11:13:00.000-07:00

Dads still irrigating the hay and working hard. Dove hunting has become his new past time. Tomorrow is my big day I'm alittle nervous about surgery, just the unknown I guess. My other knee surgerys at least they've been able to tell me whats going on, with this one they don't know much except where to start and that makes me alittle uneasy oh well I've waited this long no backing out now right. The weather is getting real nice here in the mid 80's and lows are in the 50's great for sleeping. Zack Christoffersen is off to the MTC today anyway I hope he spent all day yesterday sick with the flu. Dad and I went by to see him last night and wished him well. Zack will be a good Missionary.

The Davis Family say goodbye to Utah

2007-08-31T12:18:00.000-07:00

Well the day Matt and I have been dreading for weeks is here!! Elliot, Gibson. Jeri and Jayson say Goodbye to Utah and head in a "Big Yellow Bus" (at least that what Gibson called it )to Seattle Washington. Its hard to watch your kids leave but what a great experience they will have we're proud of Jayson and he's decision to farther his Education. We'll miss our daily visits from Gibson and Grandpa will really miss his new sprinkler moving buddy, 4wheeler rides, and watering the goats with Gibson. We hope to visit them all soon and bringing Grandma-Great with us.

Check out our family

2007-08-28T13:15:00.001-07:00

Our first day on blogspot!

2007-08-28T07:50:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone out there in the cyberspace world. In attempt to keep in touch with all of our children that have left us with an empty nest we have started a blog. Jeri, Jayson & their kids will be heading to Seattle this week, Braydon has moved to St. George to attend Dixie College, & Trudy and Jeff are also living in St. George working (and taking care of Braydon). Matt has been very busy doing cement and running the farms (one real one and one imaginary on the computer). Not sure which one he pays more attention to. I'm currently working at Whitaker Construction in Brigham City as a receptionist. The job title doesn't do justice to the many duties I preform there. I 've also been long awaiting knee surgery so that I can actually enjoy my empty nest w/o being ged up on Ibuprofen. Many trips to St. George & Seattle are already in the works, and we will keep you posted on our many adventures!