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On February 14 Jay got the shock of his life. He had gone into work to finish up a job so that he wouldn't have to do it alone on monday. He was standing on a tall ladder hanging up some wide face when some how he was shocked from a high voltage power line that was running about 8 feet away. He remembers being shocked and thinking this is it, I'm done then being thrown off his ladder. Next thing he knows he is hitting the ground face down and can't move. Luckily his good friend and work partner was there and was able to get him into his car and we proceeded to take him to UVRMC. After a assessment of his wounds they transferred him up to the University of Utah Burn Center. They did surgery on him on Tuesday the 16th and were able to do skin grafts on his left and right hand, he also had burns just below his belly button and they took all the bad tissue out and did a small tummy tuck.( Lucky him I know at least five or more of my friends that would die to have that done). He came home from the hospital that night and is know being treated as a out patient. We will have to take him back up there every other day for the next couple of weeks. His first visit back was good they said it is still to soon to know for sure if the grafts will take only time will tell. He may eventually need more surgery. This whole thing has been a major whirl wind. We have experience so many emotions and it is really hard to take it all in and still stay strong for our family. I can't express to everyone the gratitude we have for all the support out there. He is really over whelmed and doesn't quit know how to express himself. Although he knows he is lucky to be alive he still struggles with wanting to be here. This whole process is really exhausting and we are just starting. I for one am just grateful to have my husband, we haven't always seen eye to eye but there is one thing that I have never questioned and that is how much he loves me. He is my pillar and he keeps me strong. He always knows just what to say to give me a boost when I am ready to through in the towel and here I am doing that for him. We are definitely a team and will continue to be. I will try and keep updates on my blog and face book as often a I can. Once again thanks to everyone for all the support we love you and are blessed to have you in our life's.

Quick Get Away

I was lucky enough to head down to sunny St. George for a long weekend with my kids. We have been working so hard this past year just to stay a float that I felt we deserved a little brake. Unfortunately Jay couldn't join me ( he ended up having to work that weekend). My good friend and her daughter went with us and we had a really good time. I think the thing the kids loved the most was that they could actually play outside at the park and we also went swimming every night. My favorite part was hitting all my favorite stores down there and spending time with my good friend.

Annual Outting

Jay and Trevin playing some hunting game at the arcade

Danielle and her to darling girls, they have grown up so much this past year.

Teagan riding one of the silly merry go round rides

Jay and I (can't you just see the excitement in his eyes)

John and Danielle

For the past couple of years we have gone out and done something fun with our close friends instead of exchanging gifts. This year we went and saw the princess and the frog and then we took the kids to Pirate Island. The place was a total zoo, there was so much noise and kids were running around everywhere. To say the least I think the kids had more fun than the adults but over all it was a success. We are so lucky to have such good friends.

Christmas 2009

Bailey and Katie with there new gum drop pillows

Trevin opening his first set of transformers

Teagan with her new roller skates

We had another wonderful Christmas holiday. We spent a lot of time with family and friends and it was a joy to see everyone. The kids made out like bandits once again and dad walked away with a new pellet gun and a gas tank for the old Land cruiser (he was really excited). I am just glad all the commotion is over, it seems we are just busier every year and it will be nice to get back to normal.

Halloween 09

Two Monkeys, One Indiana Jones, One Ariel, and a herd of nerds.

Teagan and Trevin

Peterson Family

This years was another great year of trick-or-treats. We spent a lot of time with family and friends doing various tasks. The kids had a really great time and of course ended up with a year supply of candy.

Better late than never!

This summer we were lucky to go to Lake Powell with our family. This is actually one of our favorite family vacations because the kids just enjoy it so much. This year was a year of trials and fun. On the way down we blew a tire on the boat trailer, luckily we weren't to far from a town where we were able to find a replacement tire. Once we got there and everyone was settled we spent a lot of time playing and fishing. Trevin loved catching fish and making me be the lizard hunter I think we actually caught about 15 lizards. Teagan just enjoyed floating around in the lake. Trevin also tried water skiing, after attempting it behind the boat with out much success his uncle
Brady thought to pull him by running along the shore. This actually worked and he got up one time now I think he will be a little less hesitant to try it behind the boat. After 4 days we called it quits and headed home for some well deserved rest and relaxation.

Summer Fun

Trevin and Teagan at the pool.

Clark Planitarium IMax Screen with the Little Family

This is the Place petting farm with a new baby goat.

Utah's Hogle Zoo

Thanksgiving Point Dinosaur Museum

Well here we are in the middle of July and the summer is already half over. We have spent so much time running from one place to the next and working that it has just been a total blur. We have managed to spend a lot of time doing some really fun things, so far here is are list. Camping at Benyon Creek, Swimming at the local swimming pools, Art City Days Parade and Carnival, Trip to SLC where we went to the Zoo, This is the Place, Thanksgiving point, Beehive House, Clark Planitarium, Discovery Gateway, and The Tracy Avery. We also just got home from a five day trip to Lake Powell. We are exhausted!!! ( But I think the kids are ready for more.)