Happy Thanksgiving!

T'was the night of Thanksgiving, but I just couldn't sleep.
I tried counting backwards; I tried counting sheep.
The leftovers beckoned--the dark meat and white.
But I fought the temptation with all of my might.
Tossing and turning with anticipation,
the thought of a snack became infatuation.
So I raced to the kitchen, flung open the door,
and gazed at the fridge full of "Goodies Galore".
I gobbled up turkey and buttered potatoes,

pickles and carrots, beans and tomatoes.

I felt myself swelling so plump and so round,
Til' all of a sudden, I rose off the ground
I crashed through the celing, floating into the sky,
With a mouthful of pudding and a handful of pie.
But I managed to yell, as I soared past the trees,
HAPPY EATING TO ALL. . . PASS THE CRANBERRIES, PLEASE!

May your stuffing be tasty, may your turkey be plump.

May your potatoes 'n gravy have 'nary a lump.
May your yams be delicious, may your pies take the prize.
May your Thanksgiving Dinner stay off of your thighs!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

After the evening was over, Dad and I sat down to reflect on a wonderful day, and realized we hadn't taken a single picture!! I was horrified. So I found this lovely thanksgiving family picture courtesy of the Colsen family, circa November 23, 1950. I think we all look wonderful.

What happened to summer?

I looked at the calendar today, as I do every day. I realized it is no longer summer. WHAT? No more boating, swimsuits, lounging on the beach, white jeans, driving to work with the sun coming up. Oh, summer I am going to miss you.

I also realized that I haven't had a post since JUNE!! What? What happened to my solemn pledge to blog on a regular basis? I guess just too much lounging around this summer.

Stay tuned for posts to come.

Happy Anniversary

Dad made me this awesome card for our Anniversary this year.
Isn't it so sweet? What a great guy I have. I am so blessed.
Love ya

Be kinder than necessary,

for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.

Live simply,

Love generously,

Care deeply,

Speak kindly,

and pray continually.

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass---

It's about learning to dance in the rain.

Natalee is twelve!

Natalee Irene Wagner

June 20, 1998

Natalee is one of the most energetic, creative and talented kids I know. She is a gifted artist as well as talented musically and physically. She excells at everything she tries. She is very good with kids and can entertain them for hours. She will be able to do anything she sets her mind to.

Happy Birthday, twelve year old!

Our Olivia

Olivia Ann Starnes

June 5, 2003

Olivia just celebrated her seventh birthday! What a sweet, sensitive girl. We love her big blue eyes, long eyelashes and gorgeous blonde hair. Besides being beautiful to look at, she is just as beautiful inside. She is always concerned about others and is kind and loving.

We love you, Liv.

Des Moines University Commencement 2010

Dad and I were able to attend Des Moines University 110th Annual Commencement Ceremony. The College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery awarded the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree to 52 graduates. One of these graduates was Colby H. Frost. Colby has dedicated many years of studying, hard work and sacrifice to earn this degree. We are so proud of him and Shauni.

Colby's typical study session for the past 10 years.

The Recessional after the hooding of the Doctoral Graduates.

Colby looks like he might smile.

Colby with his Mom and Dad, Susan and Ron Frost.

Valeri, Abbi, Shauni, Colby, Carter, Ammon and Scott.

The Frosts and Campbells. Colby and Jason have been friends since grade school. They have been through elementary, junior high, high school, undergraduate and graduate school together. Now they are both headed to Temple, Texas for residency. They both have three kids, born within months of each other.

Notice the foot prints of his first three patients, Ammon, Carter and Abbi.

Happy Birthday Colby!

We are so happy that you are part of our family. You are an awesome husband, father and great all around guy. You are hard working, intelligent and way cool. We can always count on a great photo shoot when you are in the picture. These are some of our favorites.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Colby. WE LOVE YOU!

Parakeet Portraits

Daniel and Natalie have now added Parakeet Portraits to their portfolio. These perfectly professional Parakeet Portraits are now available to the public. In addition to Parakeet Portraits, natalie hart photography also offers pristine prints of any pet in predictable and peculiar poses.

Portraits can also be procured of parakeets, pugs, porcupines, pigs, poodles, pandas, ponies, panthers, pythons, platypus, porpoises, penguins, pterodactyls, peacocks, partridges (in a pear tree), pelicans, pikes, puffins, pink flamingos, pumas, possums, pomeranians, peregrine falcons, polliwogs, prairie dogs, and of course, people.

Contact Daniel Stewart and Natalie Hart

nataliehartphotography.com

nataliehartphotography@gmail.com

801-870-3826

Happy 5th Anniversary, Leslee and Kody

Alice in Wonderland

We had a girls night out and went to Alice in Wonderland. We all loved the movie. It was Tim Burton at his Best. It was a prequel to the well known Alice in Wonderland story, so it was new and fresh. The characters were amazing. Our favorite was the Mad Hatter played by Johnny Depp.

His "futterwaken dance" was hilarious.

Easter

This is the first Easter ever that I have not colored easter eggs. There are no easter baskets to hunt. There are no frilly spring dresses or cute pastel bow ties. There are no marshmallow eggs with names on them. There are no pictures with the easter bunny. Alas, I live in an empty nest. . .no eggs, and no children. I have had time to reflect today, though and have realized that I DO have many incredible blessings.

I DO have an amazing husband who loves and supports me, even through my darkest depression. I DO have children who are grown and independent, and after all that is what I wanted for them. I DO have eleven gorgeous grandchildren who are healthy, happy and well loved.

I hope you all have a great Easter Sunday. Maybe you can reflect on the blessings in your life.

HAPPY EASTER, EVERYONE!

Shauni

Thirty one years ago today, a beautiful baby came into the world. We have been so blessed to have her join our family. Shauni is an amazing wife, mother and friend. She is always willing to try new things. She is intelligent, energetic, has a positive attitude and a quick wit.

WE LOVE YOU, SHAUNI!

SHAUNI MARIE STEWART FROST

April 5, 1979