33rd Anniversary

It is hard to believe that 33 years have gone by, but that is exactly it. IT HAS. Wow where did the time go. Yes, there has been rocky roads and uphills battles, but we are still together and we are growing "OLD" together. Michelle and Granny gave us a dinner surprise on Saturday and we had such a great time. It is fun to get together and play games and laugh. I love you more and more every day, Donald. Thanks for putting up with me.

Another 5 K

We did another walk yesterday at the State Capital, the weather was great and it was beautiful with everything bloom, there was not such a big crowd, and we walked it is 59 minutes, Pretty good for us. We are really enjoying this walking.

American Heart Walk

WE DID IT!, WE survived, Mesa Public Schools encourged us to walk in the American Heart Walk Feb 28th at Tempe Town Lake, we did the 5K. Donald took his fishing pole and fished at the lake while we walked. It was a beautful day. They had a lot of booths set up and a stage with entertainment. it took just over an hour to walk and we had such a great time. Up hill and down hill we went. We are now ready to particiapte in one next week at Wesley Bolin Plaza with michelle's Work.

Working Hard

Michelle is learning from her dad how to cut out the designs for their side business. They are now making things for Easter and St. Patrick's Day. She learned really fast and they had a good time together even laughing over mistakes made and OOPS, in some cuts. What a good time working together having fun doing something they love.

Grandma Hall Turns "91"

Grandma Hall turns 91 on February 19, On February 14th we took her out for dinner at Golden Corral, she loved it and loved having everyone fuss over her, she was excited when they came out with a cupcake for her. WE had such a good time, she had everyone in her family there except for Monika and Michael, who are in Korea where Michael is in the Army. We missed you both and grandma really missed you. It is hard to believe she is 91, Grandma Hall we are a lucky family to have you lead us.

Family Potrait

Corey and Michelle gave Grandma Hall a Family picture for her birthday, she loved it and keep showing everyone her in the picture, It had her beloved husband, 2 children and spouses, all 6 of her grand kids, 2 grandchildren-in-laws, and 1 great grandchild, With the Salt Lake Temple in the foreground and the Superstition Mountains in the background.

Snow on the Superstitions, WOW, it has rained and It was cold enough to have Snow on the mountains. It is beautiful with the clouds on the mountains, This is why we chose to live out this way, What a sight to see, every night when I come home from work to see these beautiful mountains that never look the same

Our Shelby was the light of our lives (of course after the kids left home) She lit up your live, she was fun, smart and a joy, She loved to ride quads, she loved camping, she was the keeper of the House. Every time that you let her outside she had to make sure that the rabbits and birds were out of her yard. She never knew what to do when she really caught one. She loved water, if you turned on the hose she was in the middle of it. She was the apple of her daddy's eye, she was the protector of her mommy. She loved and taught her nephew (Lucky) everything. She liked it when her Niece (Lilly) came to play. She loved to go to Dairy Queen because they gave her a cone. She also loved Walgreens, because they gave her a bone. She loved grandma and always watched out for her. The last year was one of much sickness, medicines and drugs, blood tests for Shelby. Thanks to Dr. Dickens and all of her staff that treated Shelby like their best friend and always caring for her. But on Monday January 19th, Shelby's could not hang on and her mommy and daddy had to make a very difficult decision. Shelby we love you and our hearts are broken and empty. It is not the same to come into an empty house without her greeting you at the door. Or come running everytime you get into the Frig. We miss you and you will always be in our hearts. Shelby we are the best and you are Special.

CARDINALS #1

They finally did it, In our house Donald has followed the Cardinals for years, though the good times and the bad (which seemed a lot). We are so excited for this to finally happen. SUPER BOWL here we come. It will be fun to cheer on the RED and WHITE. Even though they are going up against a very tough team in the form of Pittsburg Steelers. We will still always cheer RED and WHITE.

Happy New Year

It is that time of the year, when we all take the time to reflect on what we want out of the new year. One of my big goals for 2009 is to finish getting this weight off. I accomplished a portion of it in 2008 (55 pounds gone) but there are many more to go. Wow, what happened, it is sure harder to take off then to put on. I also accomplised in 2008 to read all 4 standard works of the church, WOW, I did it, I want to take more time in 2009 to get more scripture studying done. I find it is the best time in the morning at 4:00 AM, yes in the morning, to read for about 45 minutes then get ready to go to the gym at 5:30 for an hour then home to shower and get ready for a day of work. I want to wish you all the best of 2009 and as one sister in our ward said on Sunday, her motto for this year is "2009 is Christlike time" so I would like to remember that this year.

Look who's "50"

Sylvia turns 50. We took a ride to Safford on the 27th of December, real fast to enjoy a couple of hours with Sylvia to celebrate her birthday. Amber and the gang threw her a surprise 50th birthday party. Corey Michelle and Austin stayed her and went golfing with Granny, so Donald, Michelle and Debbi went down to the big surprise. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYLVIA.

Christmas at the Hall's

This Christmas we had a good time, there was Corey, Michelle, Austin, Michelle, Kristy (Michelle #2 mom), Grandma Hall, Granny, Rusty, Rodney, Branden, Donald and Debbi, Missing two very special people Monika and Michael, who are half way around the world in Korea, We missed them a lot, We had a great day. Playing games and just eating of course. We love this time of the year, when Family can get together and enjoy each other

Christmas Time at the Halls

We love to Decorate our yard and paint wood crafts to put up, it has been a family tradition for years. Michelle and Donald used to spend the morning of Thanksgiving in the garage painting a new item for the garage and then we would put it up in the yard the day after Thanksgiving. It now has developed into a much longer and more than one a year project. What great family memories

"Shower Time"

Shelby and Lucky love to take showers. You put Shelby in the bathroom with the shower on and she heads straight for the shower, Lucky takes a little push, but they both look so clean and shiny when they are done. Then of the course we have to clean all the hair out of the shower and hose down the walls. But it is worth it to get clean dogs.

TIME OUT FOR WOMEN

Oh, what a wonderful experience, every woman should take the time to do this. My Mom (Granny), my daughter (Michelle) and me went to Time out for Woman on November 8th at the Civic Center. We even took our own lunch (as did most people) and ate out by the New Rail System. We were uplifted though song, and talks and thoughts, We came away with the most uplifting feeling. Next years is set for Oct 9 & 10. so prepare now to attend, It will be worth it.

The ELK HUNT

This year Corey and Michelle got drawn for elk. Donald got to be the tour guide and driver. They had a great time and for the frist time they got to have hot showers and flushing toilets, usually they get drawn in December when water has been drained at Hall's Hide-a-Away in Nutrioso. Michelle got hers on the 3rd day and Corey got his on the next to last day, so they had a week of bonding time. HOW FUN

VOTE, VOTE, VOTE YES on 102

How important is our family? They are the most important thing we have on this earth and the greatest gift that God gave us. Family is central to his plan and we support that marriage is between one man and one woman. So we encourage all to make sure that they are registered to vote and exercise your right and join us in supporting PROP 102. For more information go to yesformarriage.com.

We are so proud of our troups especailly this day when we are remember the attacks on our freedom. Our hearts are with those that lost love ones and are living without them. We are especially proud of our son and son-in-law for serving our country and protecting our freedoms. We love you SSGT Corey D. Hall and PFC Michael B. Lowery. We are proud of you. We put this display up in our front yard for all to know that we support America and our troops.

Michelle's New Adventure

It all happened on Saturday night the 9th of August, Michelle woke us up at 11:30 with severe pains in her right side, so I went to her house to check on her. and a half hour later we are off to the emergency room, which for a Saturday night or early Sunday morning which ever way you want to look at it, was not busy and they got her right in and said that she had a "BAD GALL BLADDER" which needed to come out, so they took it out on Sunday afternoon and she came home later that night and has been recovering this week and hopes to go back to work on Monday. So what an adventure. But she is doing good.

Donald's Class Reunion

OH, Boy we are getting "OLD" Reunions, Reunions, this is celbrating the classes of 1970, 1971 and 1972 from St. Johns High School. Donald graducated in 1972 and it was fun to cebrate old friendships and see ones that we have not seen since High School. It was held over the 24th of Julyy weekend, when people come from all around to partcipate in Pioneer Days. We had a very nice meal provided and spend time looking back at wonderful memories. Way to go REDSKINS!!!!!!!!!!

The Hatch Family Reunion

The Hatch Family Reunion was a great time enjoyed by all who attended, what a great time renewing friendships and honoring our grandparents and parents, Vern and Lena Hatch what a great example for each one of us to follow

MASTER'S DEGREE

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Michelle we are proud of you, What a accomplishment this is, Lots of hard work and lots of hours of studying, but it is all worth it. We Love you

Crafts at Winkler Reunion

Just Plain TUCKER out!!!!!!!!

I guess the 4th of July tuckers everyone out even the dogs. Here is Lucky and Shelby on the way home from Nutrioso on July 6th. We all had a great time attended the parade in Round Valley and then did fireworks at Lyman Lake. Boy are we proud to be AMERICANS and celebrate this wonderful country.

Donald Recovery

We are happy to say that Donald was able to return to work on July 7th.. After almost 7 months and much help from doctors and therapy he is doing better. He will probably always have the new limp that has come with this MRSA, but if he alive and still with us, so that we will are truly thankful to our Heavenly Father for hearing and answers the many prayers that were offered on his behalf. He is not totally thrilled to return to work, he did get accustom to the retirement life and looks forward to the day in 3 years that if will come for good. We want to thank all our family and friends for their love and support during this time. We are truly blessed to have many good friends and family that helped.

WOW!!!! Are we proud of her!!!!!!!!

MICHELLE, did it, She received her Masters Degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Human Resources. She worked hard and study long and hard. She received this degree from the University of Phoenix going to school and working what dedication. Her mother has to BRAG, she had a GPA of 3.98, boy what one A- can do for you. CONGRATULATIONS Michelle we are proud of you and all your accomplishments.

Donald Update

Donald had a visit with his doctor yesterday and he has been released to return to work on July 7th, he is progessing slowly and will probably always have the limp, but at least he is able to get around and return to work. His recovery has been a long, slow process. We are just happy to have him still with us.