A Birthday Skydive for Cory

My friend, Cory, experienced skydiving for the first time. He was given it as a gift from his parents for his birthday. Good times!

Cory bracing himself before he takes the big plunge from the sky.

Cory's all geared up and ready to go!

You look AWESOME Cor!

Nice splits in the air!

...and he lands safely...whew!

I am feeling the adrenaline rush!

Memorial at Lake Washington for Grandpa Horsley

Grandma Marie brought a rose from the garden and Grandpa's picture so he could be there with all of us.

On July 11, 2009, we met together as families at Lake Washington to have a small memorial service and spread our Grandpa Horsley's ashes. It was a beautiful day and I know Grandpa would have so enjoyed the day with us...actually, I know he was there with us that day in spirit. In this picture from left to right are: Savannah Horsley, Lillie Dempsey, Noah Dempsey, Mark Dempsey, Linda Horsley, Marie Horsley, Maya Horsley, Abigail Dempsey, Melissa Dempsey, David Horsley, Ashton Horsley, Jacob Horsley, Ethan Horsley, Avery Nunley, Alexander Horsley, Kerri Horsley, Ninzel Dempsey, and Paul Horsley.

Hugs between Ninzel and cousin, Avery Nunley.

Grandma Marie Horsley and Lillie Dempsey enjoy food from the picnic we had at the lake.

Grandpa Horsley has several great-grandchildren who love and miss him too. Pictured here are Savannah and Jacob Horsley, two of six children that Paul and Kerri Horsley have in their family.

My dad, David Horsley, holds baby Ashton Horsley, Paul's youngest child and Mark, my brother-in-law, married to my sister, Melissa, holds his son, Noah Dempsey.

2009 4th of July Festivities

Our friend, Jim, fires up the BBQ for some good eats for 4th of July!


Mark and his long-time friend, Scott, pose naturally for the camera.


A totally happy, swinging Lillie girl!


I love you, sis! I know, big surprise, being goof-balls again :)


Noah, you define what an All-American boy should be!


"Yay for sparklers for 4th of July!" say Lillie and Abby.


Mark and Melis celebrate in style!


Abby gives our friend, Jim, 4th of July butterfly kisses. So cute.


Abby swings with complete and utter girly happiness.


Noah tackles Scott on the hammock!


Noah, Abby, and Lillie cool off in the pool on a warm 4th of July day.


Melissa and our friend, Kathy, show off their yummy, All-American, 4th of July desserts!

This year I spent 4th of July weekend in Washington. It was fun to celebrate with family and friends!