Dear Dopey

Dear Dopey,

Happy 30th!!!  Can you believe how old we are getting?  Growing up 30 seemed so old and now I realize how young it is (but still feels a little old right?) This past weekend was Caleb's 12th birthday trip to Conference and I just kept thinking about our trip.  You are so coming with Sydney and me when she turns 12!   No arguments, it just wouldn't be that same without you.   One memory that stick out to me was when we were watching the legacy video, I don't remember why but I remember thinking how glad I was that we were family and that we can all be together forever.  You are a big part of my "Forever" it just wouldn't be the same without you. 

I am so grateful to have you in my life.  I can recall so many happy memories and long talks that just make me smile! Remember that one time your family car broke down (I know they were a few times…like every time we traveled together, your Dad was so funny when it came to cars.  I guess that was the grandpa in him just patch it up and keep on driving:) this time was when we broke down in Cedar City and we spent like all day in Kmart play hide-go-seek and a bunch of silly games:) I also can recall our first EFY or Academy of Girls I think it was called.  That was one of the best weeks ever! I really gained so much of my testimony then.  I know that because you were there and you made me feel so safe.  I don't think I would have had so a great experience without you by my side.

As I think over all our memories I have the best slide show playing in my head.  Us with matching outfits, making up dances, spending the night in the motor home, girls camp, doing anything to get away from Megan, the rope swing by your house, playing Nertz, trips to San Francisco (Peek-a-Boo HA, HA,HA, HA) and no memory is complete without thinking of jet skiing, tube wars, skiing and fun on the lake. You are someone I know I can always count on and just by knowing that you care makes me happy.  I hope you know what a strong women you are.  I know that life has a funny way of teaching us the lessons we need to learn but I have always admired your ability to stay positive and love those around you.

So, I just hope you know how incredible fantastic you are!! I hope that your Birthday is a ton of fun and that you feel completely spoiled and loved!!

Love you Cuz,

Snow

P.S. Why was I Snow white I was so dark growing up it was kinda a contradictory nickname?:)

Loves,

Ames