Friday, June 4, 2010

Ashley's memories

Ashley’s Memories

Even though I have been in the family less than the rest of you I still have some fond/amusing memories of Tom so here they are.
1. When TC told his Dad that he was dating a girl named Ashley Lake, he replied “I used to swim in Ashley Lake.” Then when we went to Montana for the first time after we were married he was so excited to take us to see “Ashley Lake.” We had to take pictures in front of the sign that said “Ashley Lake” and we had to walk around “Ashley Lake”. It was funny.
2. I love how Tom is so comfortable with the roads in Montana he drives a bit faster than normal. This was especially apparent when we went to Glacier National Park and he was driving rather fast I thought as we rounded the bends of the steep cliffs. Then he proceeded to take his hand off the wheel to point out sights while he was eating a doughnut from his other hand. TC is scared of heights and had his eyes closed the majority of the time. I am glad we made it out alive! Just kidding
3. I remember last summer Tom took Susan, John, and I on a boat ride to see the sights around Swan Lake. It was all fun until Tom scraped his boat on the bottom. He was not too upset about it until Susan started teasing him about it and then he looked at her and said, “I don’t think it’s very funny Susan.” I thought it was a bit funny though to see the little sibling squabble.
4. How can I forget all the crazy boat rides Tom has taken us on? I think when we put our thumb down for him to go slower he often does the opposite (just kidding). I will never forget last summer seeing Janna Kay fly off the tube after reluctantly agreeing to go for a ride.
5. I of course can also not forget the fire that Tom started on the side of the interstate on the way to Washington after a trip to Montana. TC and I had gone to Washington for a visit so we were there to witness Tom coming in and announcing to TC’s mom, “Is dinner ready? I am quite hungry. Starting fires works up my appetite.”
6. I also will always remember Tom getting his “Ice CREAM” every night (emphasis on the CREAM)
7. I have witnessed Tom fall asleep on a number of occasions many of which are in the middle of the day. One time Kristin and I saw him nod off during Sunday School while in Washington along with sitting listening the the missionaries give Stephen the discussions. Quite hilarious!
8. I will not forget how hard it was to sleep in Montana on occasions because of the loud snoring. It was sad when Tom decided to sleep in the wood shed so I could sleep. I thought it was very kind of him though nonetheless!
9. I am sure there are more I could think of but the memory that stands out the most in my mind is at Savanna’s baby blessing. I had gotten up and bore my testimony and mentioned in there that sometimes I wonder if I am a good mother. Tom also bore his testimony and looked at me during it and said, “Yes Ashley you are a wonderful mother.” I will never forget that. It was wonderful to have that reassurance from someone who is an important part of our lives.
Happy 60th Birthday Tom! I am grateful to have you as a father in law and hope our little Clark who is named after you will follow your example of a wonderful priesthood holder and father!

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