A Tribute to another Great Woman - Mary Wilde

For the passed week or so I've been calling my Dad every day asking "How's Aunt Mary today". She is my Dad's youngest sibling and the baby of their family. Around 1976-78 she was diagnosed and had surgery for a brain tumor. They didn't give her much hope of making it in the long-term perspective. But she did and I believe she is one of the woman in my life who has shown me -- never give up. Well as of today, those daily phone calls to my Dad asking that question will stop. Today around 1:30 pm Mary Price Wilde returned home to her Heavenly Father. She will be greatly missed.

My heart goes out to my Uncle Ralph and my three cousins, Glen, Allison & Steve. I have felt the sadness that is in their hearts. No words can ease the pain. Even today, I still miss my Mom soo very much!! I wanted to talk to her during my recovery period, so I said a little prayer. The next few days and the next year will be a trying time for this family. A time to lean heavily on their faith in the gospel, to turn to each other and share their memories, joys and sorrows. A time to laugh, cry and be there for each other.

One of the first memories that popped into my mind about Aunt Mary was during a trip home from Hurricane. I road with them, instead of riding with my own family. Allison and I where in the very back of the station wagon laying down (that's before seat belts were a law). I leaned over and farted on Allison's leg (thinking I was funny) she leaned up and told her Mom and I got the biggest scotch blessing I have ever gotten from Aunt Mary. Needless to say, I never did that again, to anyone. Aunt Mary loved to jewelry. She shopped the pawn shops and got some extremely great deals! Every time she would see you had on a ring, she would say "let me see that". She would also take the ones off her fingers and just give you one. Even in her weakened condition, she held a calling in her ward as the Compassionate Service Leader. She would make arrangements for peoples funerals, or meals if there was a surgery or need. She knew how to get people to do things in a way that others couldn't. As I said, She will be missed.

The Best Family!

Each day seems to be getting better as far as the recovery from surgery goes. Monday, however, I slept a lot. I guess the sleepless night in the hospital had caught up to me. I've started walking, just short little walks. Down to the postal box and back. If I'm really feeling good, I may do a couple walks a day.

As far as my blog title goes, I have the best family! Since the day of my surgery, I have had tons of support from my family. Shane and Dad waited at the hospital and then Bert came to the hospital straight from work. Then Dawn brought us over an AMAZING dinner on Saturday night. YUMMY!! Next Sherry, my Mother-in-law brought us dinner last night. Today while relaxing and watching a video, someone knocked on our door. It was a delivery from Cookies by Design from Jim and Melanie in Texas. Boy, oh boy, sure makes a girl feel good to experience the love and support from her family.

I want you all to know how much our family has appreciated your meals, prayers, love and friendship. Not just during this time, but always. I couldn't have picked a better family to belong to. My siblings and their wives are my best friends!! I love you guys with all my heart!

Dad and Kyle will be down this weekend. Next Tuesday is Russell's and Caroline's wedding. We are all so excited!! Kyle has Spring break next week, so I'm not sure how long he will stay but I'm very excited to have him home with the family.

Tanner is playing volleyball for Basic. He loves this sport sooo much!! Justin is working with the same company. However, he has a super cute girlfriend named Amanda. She's a real cutie pie! Other than that, all is well. Thanks again everyone for all you do for our family!! Love..Christy

The Recovery

On March 5, 2009 I had a complete hysterectomy. I'd been having some problems for a little over a year. There wasn't anything cancerous, but I felt this was the best choice. I was scared at first. But Dad and Shane gave me a wonderful Priesthood blessing and my mind was at ease and I felt at peace.

Everything went really well during the surgery. No complications. So well, as a matter of fact, that I was back home on Friday, March 6. I've got pictures that the doctor took, but wasn't sure if I wanted to post them. They are of my ovaries and the innards. I appreciate all the love and concern, prayers, food, flowers and care that I've received. I'm out of work at least 2 weeks. I'm healing really well.

Hope everyone is doing well and is healthy and happy. Love....Christy

Counting Blessings!

Where to begin. I have had the opportunity of attending the funeral of Henderson Firefighter, Jeffrey David Mann. First of all , WOW!! You know when you see movies and they have the firefighters casket on top of the firetruck and the family, friends, other firefighters all walking behind the truck. Well, that's how they sent him off. I've never witnessed anything like it. Bert took pictures and I hope he posts them, because I didn't have my camera.

During the services I sat and reflected on my life. I must say, the Lord has blessed me tremendously!! My life (and myself) isn't perfect, put that's all part of the plan. It's to prepare ourselves to meet him again. I know my Father in Heaven loves me! Even with all my imperfections and mistakes. I've been blessed to be loved. Loved by my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children, my friends, etc. Sometimes we each need to look at our lives and be grateful for what we have and who we are. I hope that everyone that reads this blog knows, without a shadow of a doubt, how much I love you!

Also today, I missed my Mom!! I'm having surgery tomorrow for a complete hysterectomy. Yeah I'm a little bit nervous. But it made me think about all the surgeries my Mom endured, especially the last 5 years. I'm extremely grateful for modern medicine that gave us those 5 years with Mom. They weren't easy on anyone, especially her. But we got 5 more years of memories, laughter, special talks & moments. How grateful I am that Heavenly Father provides a plan, a way for us to return to live with him and our families.

So now that I have spilled my guts. I sure hope your doing well, where ever you are and in whatever you are doing. God bless you!! I love you.....Christy

It's a Celebration!!

Today is Sunday and even though it's not the actual birthday of either Bert or Kyle, we are getting together to celebrate their upcoming birthdays. Bert's is actually tomorrow (3/2) and Kyle's is Tuesday(3/3). The milestone for Kyle is that it is his 18th Birthday. Wow how time flies.


I still remember Kyle's birth. It was the easiest of all three births. I actually pulled Kyle out and sat him on my belly. A truly bonding moment. Later that night in the hospital, there was a small earthquake that shook the building. It also happened to be the day of the Rodney King beating (for those of you who remember who Rodney King was). All in all, it was a spectacular day in Spring. Dad is here, Bert and Alisa and Rich and Dawn came over to have homemade pizza and cake. I made a German Chocolate cake and Alisa made a spice cake.

We had so much fun visiting and spending time together. Kyle did his impression of "The Joker" and Rich was laughing so hard I thought he was going to burst a blood vessel. Kyle is very talented. One of his many strengths is making people laugh.

Tanner made the JV Volleyball team for Basic. He is such a gifted athlete. However, he doesn't realize his own potential. I can't believe he will be 17 next month. Justin is working and has a new girlfriend. She is a cutie! He still hasn't gotten his truck fixed yet but that will probably happen this week.

Shane has been very successful and busy selling Real Estate. He has been doing an excellent job of keeping business steady. I will be out for a couple weeks due to a hysterectomy surgery on March 5th. All and all, everyone is happy and healthy. Love to everyone......Christy