Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Gentry Lynt Mann
I've been begging someone, anyone to name a child after me for as long as I can remember. No one has. So, I have taken it upon myself to name Gentry, Jenn's 2 year old, after me. She doesn't have a middle name so it was easy enough to alter from just "Gentry" to "Gentry Lynt." I call her "Gentry Lynt" all the time. The other night as I was leaving Jenn's house I asked Gentry Lynt, "What's your name?" She replied, "Ummm... Aunt Lynt Mann." I love that girl!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Marney
I had a really cool experience today. As most of you know, I am recently divorced. Before today I had not had the chance to interact with any of Redge's family. This past weekend was Redge's weekend to have the kids, but because Redge had to fly out early this morning to Denver for work his mom, Marney, stayed with the kids- meaning she would be the adult at the house when I picked up the kids to return home.
I was nervous about the encounter. I prayed. I fretted. I freaked. But it was all (well- not ALL- I'm sure the praying helped quite a bit) for no reason. Marney was amazing! She greeted me with a hug, she asked about my family, she visited, she helped me pack the car, she gathered food and snacks for the kids, SHE WAS KIND! She didn't have to be, but she was.
I will never forget today. I will never forget the kindness shown to me at a time when it was so totally unexpected, but I so badly needed it.
I was nervous about the encounter. I prayed. I fretted. I freaked. But it was all (well- not ALL- I'm sure the praying helped quite a bit) for no reason. Marney was amazing! She greeted me with a hug, she asked about my family, she visited, she helped me pack the car, she gathered food and snacks for the kids, SHE WAS KIND! She didn't have to be, but she was.
I will never forget today. I will never forget the kindness shown to me at a time when it was so totally unexpected, but I so badly needed it.
Friday, January 8, 2010
My Twin Doll- I Mean Seth
This is my Seth.
I love him.
If you know him you love him, too. You can't help yourself. Seth is one of the kindest, most compassionate boys I know. Once we were discussing praying for those who may have done something to hurt us. When it was Seth's turn he thought for a moment, and then said, "I can't really think of anyone. No one is mean to me, and I can't think of anyone I don't like."
This is my niece, Alyssa. She is just as nice as Seth. These two get along so well. They love each other just they way they love everyone else.
Not only does Seth adore his cousin, Alyssa, he loves ALL of his cousins! He's friends with every single one of them. Here he is with Ike. Seth is quiet and shy, but he always knows just how to make everyone feel loved, special, needed, and wanted. He is an amazing athlete. He is patient and kind. He was even patient enough to teach me how to ride a ripstick! I love this kid.
As you can see he looks exactly like Taite and me,but he(and Taite)are nicer than I. I'm trying to learn from Seth how to better keep my room clean, be nicer, work harder, focus more accurately, and be a bit more patient with everyone with whom I come into contact. Seth is a fantastic human. He is also a great example of a true Disciple of Christ. I'm so grateful Heavenly Father sent me such a wonderful teacher to help me become a better person.
I love him.
If you know him you love him, too. You can't help yourself. Seth is one of the kindest, most compassionate boys I know. Once we were discussing praying for those who may have done something to hurt us. When it was Seth's turn he thought for a moment, and then said, "I can't really think of anyone. No one is mean to me, and I can't think of anyone I don't like."
This is my niece, Alyssa. She is just as nice as Seth. These two get along so well. They love each other just they way they love everyone else.
Not only does Seth adore his cousin, Alyssa, he loves ALL of his cousins! He's friends with every single one of them. Here he is with Ike. Seth is quiet and shy, but he always knows just how to make everyone feel loved, special, needed, and wanted. He is an amazing athlete. He is patient and kind. He was even patient enough to teach me how to ride a ripstick! I love this kid.
As you can see he looks exactly like Taite and me,but he(and Taite)are nicer than I. I'm trying to learn from Seth how to better keep my room clean, be nicer, work harder, focus more accurately, and be a bit more patient with everyone with whom I come into contact. Seth is a fantastic human. He is also a great example of a true Disciple of Christ. I'm so grateful Heavenly Father sent me such a wonderful teacher to help me become a better person.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Jenn Is Still Alive with Number FIVE!
Samuel Nathan Mann was born December 30th! He's AWESOME! Weighing in at 9lbs and measuring a mere 20 inches Jenn was grateful for a C-section! Nate and Jenn are great parents, and with Ethan- 7, Kate-4, and twins Wilson and Gentry- 2 Sam will receive lots of love! Not to mention the lipstick kisses from Aunt Lynt who is so excited to be living less than 10 minutes away! 
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Sweet Sixteen!
Last June Eric Reece attended Alyssa's 16th birthday party! Last Saturday I was able to go to Alyssa's and help her get ready for her very first Homecoming! It was a great night! Granny Bird, Aunt Gnomey, Aunt Jenn, and many little cousins- not to mention Alyssa's parents and sisters- were all there to watch Alyssa put on her pretty dress, and have Aunt Jenn do her hair. She looked absolutely stunning!
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