My beautiful young mother, before marriage, kids and a life lived in the Wild West!Reality sets in when she discovers this life requires the use of a snow blower, on a daily basis!Enjoying the beach in Hawaii (I think) with Susie Picking Mom up from DIA for a visit.Is she modeling or playing golf? It’s hard to tell with Mom. She always looks great!With her family in 1975 at Blue Mesa Reservoir, Soap Creek.Catching a ride with Nikki at The Upper Canyon Ranch in MontanaHer spirit is more vibrant than vivid fall colors!So happy to see Mom, arriving for a 2 week visit in fall 2018.With her signature Silver Halo.San Diego with Susie, around 1986. They look so much alike, both lovely ladies! I’m fortunate to have a warm and kind Mom, showing me how to live with grace and gusto!With Michael’s daughters, about 2006. She knows her way around a campsite, the kitchen and her church. Mother’s Day 2009, Hudson Gardens, Littleton, CO. Skiing in the Wild West with Dad!Happy Mother’s Day, Mom! You are the best and we love you so much!Getting lots of love from her nieces in Utah!Enjoying a rocking horse with Lauren.With Susie after Preston’s birth at Children’s Hospital.Always glamorous, but always humble. Joyful Journey Hot Springs in San Luis Valley. I try to be like her, and Susie thinks it’s funny!Sweet kisses from HRH, Lauren Paige!So happy to be with Michael!Catching sun on the deck @ Blue Mesa in Gunnison.9 holes with Susie at Dos Rios Golf club, Gunnison.The Thompson’s on Blue Mesa, Gunnison around 2004.A new nurse, ready to save the world, one soul at a time!I love you Mom! Thanks for being such a great example for us all and for all the years of unwavering love and support!
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Wonderful tribute to a beautiful woman! I couldn’t ask for a better sister!
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Happy Mother’s Day to you Katie! You are the rock that keeps everyone grounded. Lots of love!
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That was beautiful family is everything.
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Happy Mother’s Day Wendy. Your enthusiasm and determination are admirable!
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How excellent is my daughter to remember me so beautifully. I love you Michelle
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