It's Been A Long, Long Time!

Sorry I haven't been giving this blog much attention. As you know, I have another Blog (pystothew.blogspot.com) that I started with my new church calling as the Relief Society Personal Preparedness Person. It turned out to be quite a lot of work to get up and running but it seems to be going well now. So, it is time to get back to my family.....much has occurred since last I wrote.
Jeff and Tammy are now a family of 4 with the addition of little Meg. It was such a joy for Becky and I to meet Meg when Jeff and his family came up to Anne's in VA to spend a few days with us. She is soooooo sweet. And it was awesome to get reaquainted with Eli and visit with Jeff and Tammy too. This summer will be a summer of travel for the Jeff Bylunds...Jeff will spend a week in The Bay Area of CA (our old stomping grounds) starting May 21st where he will have the chance to learn research methods from the professionals at Stanford U. He also plans a trip up into our old neighborhood to see what (and who)he can see! Then in early June, the whole family will pack up and head out to Utah for a reunion with grandparents, aunts, uncles and various excited cousins. Sounds like a summer of fun and excitement. See you soon!
Anne and Reed have some very exciting months ahead this summer.....in addition to waiting for their little girl Ella to be born, they will be purchasing a house and possibly a mini van with which to transport their soon-to-be family of 5. The owners of the home they are in have decided to sell! They have realized that even if they do come back to the US from Japan, they probably won't return to VA, so...Anne and Reed have decided to stay put and take on ownership responsibilities. Having visited them multiple times, I can say that they do live in a very nice home in a beautiful area. Congratulations on your new home and your little girl (due to arrive September 7th)!
Mike has successfully graduated from USU with his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science! We are so excited for him and enjoyed sharing his graduation day, Aggie ice cream and time with Grandma & Grandpa Bylund in Logan. We then brought him home with us and packed him up for his big move to AZ. He now resides in a lovely condominium with his friend from High School, Kevin. (New Address: 1720 E Broadway #3133      Tempe, AZ    85282      Old Phone #: 801 634-4744) Kevin is a pharmicist for CVS Drug Stores and will soon be living the high life of a fully employed bachelor. Mike on the other hand will continue living the poverty laden life of a student with 3 jobs for the summer.  Mike has reported to us that Tempe is sunny, warm and beautiful in its own way - very few trees. He has already scoped out some biking trails, been swimming and mapped out a running route. Go Mike! Congratulations and best wishes on getting your Masters at ASU.
Becky has finished classes at UVU for the summer and along with that no longer has to commute every day. YEAH! She also has 3 jobs for the summer... she continues to work daily at Data Image, weekends at DownEast Outfitters and now teaches dance classes at a preschool several hours a week. She loves this new opportunity but wonders if you have any advice on how to control unruly 2-3 year olds? She also continues to support Andy as he serves his mission in CA. He is growing and having great missionary expereinces there and Becky feels that they are growing even closer together as he shares his mission with her. Becky continues to attend a Young Adult Singles ward and serves as an FHE Mom. She is being persued by several boys (including the Stake President's son) but she always insists..."they are just friends." Hang in there Becky!
Grandma has had a rough week. Somehow she injured her hip and inflamation set in to the joint causing lots of pain. We finally took her to Dr. Boud. he gave her a cortisone shot and she should be feeling better in the next day or two. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
Dad and I are finally both home (most days) at the same time after 2 months of traveling afar. It is nice to be back into a routine together. We especially enjoy being here at the crossroads where we get to hear from and ocassionally see you all and share in your lives whenever we can. We look forward to seeing Jeff & Tammy in June, Anne and her family when little Ella arrives and maybe we'll even sneek a trip to AZ in there somewhere (most probably in the winter). We love you all and are so grateful for all the blessings we see you receive in your lives. We know it is because of your goodness and the choices you make and we are very pleased. Keep up the good work! LU