Christmas Dec 20th -26th

Talent show

Christmas

The pile of presents

Elena

Mary

Anna Grace

Timothy and his gingerbread house.

Elisa

Sara

Chris & Kate

Heather

We had a wonderful Christmas break and a nice visit with Chris and Kates family. We don't get to see them very much and it is always nice to see them.

Tuesday night as a family we had the opportunity to participate in the sub for Santa's. We would pick a package call the people to deliver it to and then go and deliver it to the people. It has always been a lot of fun and a great way to help out in the community. Chris & Kate arrived late that night, so they missed out on the service project.

Wednesday Chris and Kate bought a bunch of stuff to make necklaces and showed us how to make them. My family needed a little help finishing them, but we had a real good time together. We played games and visited and a great time was had by all.

Thursday was a hang out day and that night we went to watch Jennifer play. Jennifer had another solid game. She was 5-6 from the field, 10pt, 10 rebounds, 3 blocks, 1 steal, 1 foul and 3 turnovers. She had a double double and only played 15 minutes. It was fun for the family to see her play and always nice when they win. They played Nevada and won 84-53.

Friday Chris's family went skiing and were very brave and took Timothy, Sara and Heather.

It was a great day and everyone had a good time. Especially Kate who skied hard and loved every minute of it.

Saturday was very busy and a lot of fun. We all went to the Movies and when we came back, Santa had come. It was a little of a shock to some, when they saw the pile of presents. They weren't sure if they should get everyone else or check out what they got first. But Timothy was very helpful when he saw it and just yelled to everyone and then checked out what was in his stocking. Then we all gathered and one at a time we opened presents. Then that night we had our traditional Shrimp Dinner. It was a very enjoyable day with great food and family.

Sunday Chris's family went to Church with us and David, Sara, Heather sang with the choir. It was a short program and a lot of musical numbers. Kate's mom made a great Italian dinner, which was different, but a nice change. Then that evening we acted out the Nativity and had the talent show. Everyone participated. You could preform a talent or read a Christmas story.

Chris & Kate bought us a new bball hoop for Christmas. It was very kind of them and we have really enjoyed it. Thanks Chris and Kate for your kindness.

Thanksgiving

On Tuesday Matt and Dana arrived at our house. I needed to run kids around so David went with Alan and Sara and hiked to the falls up battle creek canyon. It was a beautiful day and they had a great time.

Then that night Alan had a game and a group of us went and watched the game. Alan did good, but the team lost.

Wednesday Timothy had a game and those that didn't make it to Alan's game went to Timothy's game. He played a little at the end and shot twice and make one. He is just a freshman, so he is still learning a lot, but seems to have a good time. That afternoon before Jennifer's game Robby Bosco the quarterback of the 1984? championship team, gave us a tour of the legacy building. It was very nice to have a private tour and we all had a great time. Some people even got pictures of him and he even signed a football for Matt's family.

Then we all went to Jennifer's game. BYU played Wisconsin and won 77-59 and Jennifer had 10 points, 3 blocks, and 3 rebounds. She was only in 19 mins and played great.

We wanted to try and do something active each day, so thurs we went for a walk on the Lindon trails. It was fun and a good opportunity for the adults to talk and the kids to get out. At noon most of us participated in a service project at the community center. They served a turkey dinner to people in need. It is always great to serve and everyone had a great time. Then during the day Timothy organized a ping pong tournament and a video game tournament for all those that wanted to participate. It was great fun and a riot to watch. Some where in there we had a great turkey dinner. Everyone helped cook and the foo was great. Dana's family had to leave that evening, but we really enjoyed the time we all had together.

Friday

Some people stayed up late or got up early to do some black Friday shopping. It wasn't my thing, but those that went had fun. Later that do those who were 12 and up went and did baptisms for dead. It is always nice to be in the Temple and even better to do it with family. It was a great day. That night some of us went to see the lights in SLC. It was cold, but beautiful and a fun time with cousins.

Sat

Lisa needed to do some shopping so I went with her to visit and we had a great time.

Then later that afternoon we went to watch Jennifer play Eastern Washington and won 77-58. Jennifer was the leading scorer with 13 pts, 4 blocks and 6 rebounds. She was 9-11 from the free throw line and played 17 mins. Had another solid game.

David's Birthday November 12th 2011

Sara wrapped this present and it had tons of tape on it. She had a lot of fun and Dad had to use scissors to open it. Great fun had by all.

This was the shirt that my mother made him.

Me, Jennifer, Erin and David's presents.

The balloons that he got from his siblings. A lot of fun.

Dinner out with the family

David's birthday is at a very busy time of year. I wanted to do something special, but i wasn't sure what. So I talked to Jennifer and we decided not to go really big and do something small with the family. We did want to have as many people as possible remember his birthday, so I had Erin send out an reminder to have everyone write something to him on his birthday. I couldn't do it, because he has access to my computer, and email. If I did it, I was sure he would find out. He did have a lot of people text or send him emails on his birthday. The best was that his siblings got together and gave him 50 black balloons and a gift certificate to his favorite restaurant.

While we were running around getting things done, someone came to our door with 50 balloons. I wasn't even there and he called me and asked me if I was behind it. I wasn't of course, but I did get a big laugh out of it. I don't think he was excited about it as I was.

He didn't want a lot for his birthdays, we helped him with some chores he wanted done and went out to dinner with him. Then we came home and had presents and a dessert of his choice. It wasn't anything big, but I think he felt loved and was with those he loved. We love him very much and he is good to us. He is a great husband, father and a friend to the community. I hope his day was wonderful.

Alan's Eagle November 13th 2011

The Eagle display at Alan's Eagle November 13th 2011.

I asked Alan to choose his favorite scripture and I was really impressed with his choice. I don't think it is easy to pick a scripture, but his one was perfect. If he follows this scripture in life, he will do well .

Refreshments with his friends.

Bob Hamson, David Hamson and Alan Hamson. All Eagle Scouts.

Gloria Hamson, Alan Hamson and Bob Hamson.

Photo with Mom and Dad.

The Family

David, Timothy, Alan, Tresa, Sara, Jennifer and Heather with Grandma and Grandpa Hamson

Gloria, David and Bob Hamson

At the Eagle Court of Honor we had a display for Alan.

I thought it turned out pretty good.

This was the photo that we used for his Eagle announcement.

He had his court of honor with Sam Larson and it turned out great. His grandpa was there to participate in the ceremony and David was very proud to have an Eagle scout.

We are so proud of Alan and his accomplishments in scouts. He did his eagle awhile ago, but just finished his paper work. We are so happy that he didn't give up and got it done. He is really talented in basketball and also very good example for our family.

Sept 3rd Heather's Baptism

Jessica Udall, Heather Hamson, Norah Milner, Mea Fisher and Maya Perry. These are some of Heather's friends that came to her baptism. The awesome fivesome.

Brother Scott & Brother Milner our home teachers.

Grandma & Grandpa were able to come. It was nice to have them there. The dress Heather is wearing was made by my mom. She did a great job. Heather was beautiful.

Jennifer wasn't there, but Erin was able to come.

The family Tresa, David, Alan, Timothy, Sara and Heather. Jennifer was away playing volleyball with BYU. We missed having her there. She text Heather and that made her day.

Heather Hamson & Norah Milner

Norah was also baptized that day.

Heather with Mom & Dad

Heather and her Dad by the photo of Jesus being baptized.

Heather was baptized and confirmed by her father on September 3rd 2011. It was a beautiful day and it was very nice to have family and friends there. The opening prayer was given by Timothy Hamson. The opening song was When I am Baptized. Talk on Baptism was given by Scott Milner(Norah's Grandpa). The witnesses for Heather's baptism was Allen Spaulding(Grandpa) and LaMar Scott(Home Teacher).

Alan Hamson gave the talk on the gift of the Holy Ghost. He did a great job. It was so nice to see my children growing up and making good choices. There was a really nice spirit there throughout the whole program. The closing song was When Jesus Christ was Baptised. The closing prayer was by Emily Milner.

Norah's grandparents where on a mission and couldn't be there, but they sent their testimony to be read outload for Norah. I thought that was a great way for them to be involved if they couldn't be there.

Oct 1st - 20th

Life is very busy. Jennifer and Sara are playing a lot of volleyball and some basketball. Alan & Timothy have basketball and Heather has horses & Gymnastics.

This month we found out that David has received a raise. The money will be nice, but I was more happy that he was being rewarded for his hard work. Work has been very demanding lately and has been a strain on him and the family. He is worried about how it is all going to turn out and there is a lot of fear in the future on how the economy is going. We both don't have a lot of control, but are trying to save as much as we can for the future.

Jennifer has had a rough month in volleyball. She is playing well, but would like to be playing better and wishing they could win more. She is solid as a rock and playing very consistent. The team is playing well, but have some areas they need to improve in. They also need to be a little more mentally tough. Which isn't easy and they are doing a lot better. They are still learning how to win. Playing through hard time and coming out on top. Have the talent to be a top 25 team, but a lot of work to actually be there.

This week has been hard. All the medical surgeries coming up and trying to find a balance between sports and being a good parent. It has been hard to be at all the athletic events and also keep a home in order. We already lost Heather this week and made me wonder how i can be two places at once. We are not perfect, but are trying to help all our children with all there needs.

Sept

In Sept we watched a lot of Volleyball and Jennifer was named the player of the month. She has been playing great and had gained a lot of confidence. It had been a lot of fun to watch her. Sara is also playing in a league and I try to help her when I can.

We also went to the Lindon Elementary Carnival and Heather had a lot of fun. Heather is also doing Horses and Gymnastics, while Timothy and Alan have started Bball.

We have also moved the girls to the green room and the boys into the purple room. That was quite the adventure. Everyone is pretty much moved in except for Alan. All his stuff is in the room, but most of his stuff is still on the floor. It wasn't fun, but needed to be done and the kids stuff is more organized now.