C Life

Craig Family Vacation Fall 2014 from Lorri Craig on Vimeo . The kids wanted to head to Cali over Fall Break. I had a few other ideas in mind, but the boys had their hearts set on taking their dirt bikes along and trying out some of the tracks in Southern California.  It turned out to be a good idea because they seriously had the time of their lives. Like Father, Like Son... There is nothing like family trips! We bond, laugh and create memories.  We sure did miss our oldest son Nathan.  He put it best when in a recent letter when he said,  "Well right about now you are probably on vacation. It's a bummer we're not all together, but that's alright! I'm over here bringing souls unto Christ, so I win!"   You can read more about his adventures HERE .

This is the day we have all been waiting for. My son is officially a real life head to toe missionary.  He is such an independent kid.  In my mind I thought, "no biggie, it's only two years.  This kid is so prepared and will do amazing things!"  I felt nothing but pure joy and excitement, and then... right smack in the middle of the airport terminal... he gave his final hugs... and... I. fell. completely. apart. and so did Mr. B.T.C. Every possible emotion that a human could feel I felt in that very moment. The realization that... -I couldn't just pick up the phone and dial him at any given moment. -We wouldn't have one on one conversations - I couldn't hear his voice - We wouldn't be scheduling luncheons at Pei Wei for TWO WHOLE YEARS! It all sunk in at once and the tears begin to flow.  They flowed and flowed and flowed.  When he walked away looking over his shoulder for that one final glance and kiss that was blown in my direction, I melted right ...

There are no words to express the emotion a parent goes through when their oldest son goes through the temple for the first time. I love our sons desire to serve the Lord at this time in his life.  I really can't believe he will be leaving on his mission in just two short weeks.  

Well, my boys are growing up on me.  This one turned s-e-v-e-n-t-e-en!!! He's been an easy one to raise.  No, really I'm not just saying that.  He has been such a delight from the moment I brought him home from the hospital.  What makes him so delightful?  Just to name a few... - He's calm and collected...ALWAYS! - He athletic.  You should see this boy ride his dirt bike, snow board, play soccer or flag football. Not just any flag football team, but the kind of flag football for adults.  Yes, he plays on Mr. B.T.C's Saturday morning team. - He's smart.  His report card always puts a smile on my face. - His family adores him.  ALL of US!  You know how you have some members of your family that at one time or another can't quite seem to get along with someone at some point or another (yes, I have some of those running around my house).  Well, not this one.  He's the peacemaker that EVERYONE loves to be around.  This i...

Within the last two months my oldest son has had his 18th birthday, last day of high school, graduation, and received his mission papers.  You think about these milestones your kids will one day experience and wait with anticipation and excitement right along side them. Then without warning (it seems) "THE DAY" arrives and you realize that your boy has grown up. What a gift he is to the world! He is ready and prepared to take on the next chapter of his fife.  We are proud parents! Proud parents of the graduate! Britley, Hayley, and Breeley waiting for the ceremony. My sister, Chrisy, came from Vegas to support Nathan. Nathan just after receiving his diploma. Proud moment! One of Nathan's biggest fans, his sister Brit Nathan and Casson Whitney and Kirk came to cheer Nathan on. G-ma and Papa Craig wouldn't miss this for anything!