My Grandma Laing's Funeral

Jasmine was the star of the show. Needless to say, it wore her out being such a social butterfly.
Here is my Great-Uncle Vincent Olson, the younger brother of my Grandma Laing. My Dad is particularly fond of him and has had a big influence in my Dad's life. I've always liked him, too. I had Kindra take this photo of Vincent and me mostly for my Dad's benefit.

Here is the coffin of my Grandma Laing. Already buried next to her is my Grandpa Laing's remains. I know they're in a better place, but I sure miss them.

My Grandma Laing

My Grandma, Dagney Olson Laing passed away earlier tonight (2008-11-24) at about 7:35 pm. To me, she was always very sweet and respectful. Her parents and siblings became the first generation of members of the Church so many years ago. I am grateful for her faithfulness. I know that she is finally reunited with my beloved Grandpa John Franklin Laing.

I love you, Grandma. May your reunion to your loved ones who have gone before be sweeter than description. May your rest be truly peaceful.

Random Pics

These are just some random pictures of Jasmine since her homecoming in July.

Jasmine's B-Day at Eric & Nancy's

I've posted a new video on my Facebook page. It's Jasmine's birthday celebration at my brother Eric's home. There's a 360 degree pan of all there. Eric, Polly, Dan, and us, including all our respective families. It was a great night.

http://www.facebook.com/inbox/#/video/video.php?v=109941205696

Sleeping Little One

Is there anything sweeter than a baby sleeping on your lap? I don't think so! Especially this baby. Being a mom is so great! I couldn't be happier.

In fact, I'm so happy with it, we are trying again! I went to a doctor yesterday to see about getting pregnant again. I have high hopes. He sounds like he knows what he's doing, so I'm excited about it. Jasmine is very well adjusted and so I think she could handle a sibling, and if there is succes, there will be nine months for her to get used to it!

Isn't that cute? She is the sweetest little one. I couldn't have got a better kid. Everyone loves her. She really draws a crowd! Everywhere I go someone stops me to ask how old she is. They can't believe that someone so little is walking, and when I tell them she's 2, they are amazed. People think she should only be about 6 months! We've had her home for 4 months now and so we are 2 months away from getting the adoption finalized. I am really looking forward to that. That will be a great day. We're going to wait for Mom & Dad Laing to get back from Thailand first, so that they can be a part of that. (It's only fair, since they are the one's that found her.) Luckily they will be back toward the end of January, so we won't have to wait long. Plus, it will give us time to finish with the preliminary stuff after the 6 month post placement. It will be good.

Halloween 2008

Jasmine in her Halloween costume. Doesn't she make a cute black kitty? She picked this costume herself.

Jasmine with her makeup on. She sat surprisingly still for Kindra as she put the makeup on her little face.

Here's a beautiful witch and her black kitty.

Here's my Jawa costume. Not sure what a Jawa is? Watch Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope. And they are NOT the same as the Sand People. :)

The beautiful Witch, the Black Kitty, and the Jawa. This is my desk at work.