They Are Home!!!

Todd asked if I would post some of the pictures I took on Monday night when Grandma and Grandpa came home. My camera is currently in the shop so these were all taken with my Mom's camera and I didn't have a clue how to work it. So I apologize for the poor quality of some of these but I believe Todd has a video he will be uploading soon.
I think I speak for all of the Utah family when I say that, we are thrilled to have Grandma and Grandpa home! We look forward to enjoying as much time as possible with them before we have to send them back to the Portland Family. Aren't we so lucky to have Grandma & Grandpa in our lives?

Baby Kai

Until I get my photos and the internet in the same place at the same time, the phone camera photos will have to suffice. What did we do before modern technology. So here you go. More photos and the exciting story of Joel Kai Mellor's birth to come (sometime when it doesn't have to be composed via phone).

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Baby Kai is here!!!!

Announcing the birth of:

--Baby Kai--
Joel Kai Mellor

8 lbs 8 oz
21 1/2 inches





He was born this evening after over 24 hours of labor and 3 hours of pushing!! (I'll let Sarah and Joel give you all the details when they are up to it!)

Proud and exhausted parents Joel and Sarah Mellor

More pictures and info to come as I get it!

Congratulations Joel and Sarah!! We are soooo happy for you!!! He is beautiful!

BYU Graduation

Here are some belated pictures from my August Graduation.

Can you see me?

When I saw this last picture I commented to Bridget, "Wow I look short!" And she kindly reminded me that I was wearing heels. So don't worry Grandma and Grandpa--I haven't grown at all since you saw me last, in fact I may have shrunk.

Richard & Karen's Wedding

Here are some pictures from the wedding last weekend. These are just some that Bryce took from his phone (which is why there are more of our kids :) --I'll let Karen post the ones from the photographer when she gets them :) If anyone else has any pictures please post them as well!
Although the rain was a stresser while decorating, the day turned out great!!! The wedding ceremony was beautiful and the rest of the day followed suit. Karen was a gorgeous bride and Richard was just glowing. We are so happy for them and so happy to have Karen join our family! Thanks so much to everyone who came and helped as well. What a great reason to get together with family and friends.

Waiting Outside the Temple









The Happy Couple




The Party
Only a few shots from here, but as you can see behind Jenna, we had the reception on the back lawn/patio of the church building.... I think it turned out beautifully!

As well as the hundreds of cupcakes and other desserts that were served.

And the decorating of the car!


The After Party
(this is a shot for all you Lincoln High Grads :)

Don't worry.... It's a ROOT beer keg stand that Daniel is doing :)

Elder Harris in Brazil

Alex, is now in the actual field and is beginning to enjoy the mission experience. He has had a rough first few weeks but it is more adjusting to the language and the fact that he is no longer in the MTC. His companion is Elder Gomes from Brazil and speaks no English but Alex says he absolutely loves him and the people of Brazil. He would love to hear from you! His email address is the same but the best way to get letters to him is through the mission home. As you can see he is making friends of all shapes and sizes!

Elder Alexander M. Harris

Missao Ribeirao Preto

Rua Sao Sebastiao, 1003

Centro

Ribeirao Preto-SP

14015-040

Harris.Alexander@myldsmail.net

Brigham Joins the Eagles Nest!

The Eagle has landed for Brigham. Complete with a live American Bald Eagle and a presentation of a flag flown over Washington DC, Brigham received his Eagle badge a few weeks back. He did the work on his own with little prodding from mom and dad and NO Captain Bly! (West Hills Ward old school humor).

School Days

Nina actually had two first days of school. The first one was a day for her to go up to school with her parents and meet the teacher and stay for just a short time to get the hang of things. She was nervous, but when it was over she said, "Now I know that kindergarten is not scary at all!"

The next week she got to start again, for real this time. It was a cold, rainy day, but that didn't matter. She was so excited ... couldn't wait for library, computer, music, and of course, recess!

Then it was Satchel's turn. He's going to the same preschool that Nina did, so it's familiar to him. He was really nonchalant about the whole thing. All he wanted to know is when his teacher was going to give him a sucker.

He loves his new backpack. Matt has a bunch of prop backpacks and he let Satchel have one. It's black and white with lightning bolts on it. Pretty cool.