Mom

I don't know who took this picture of mom, nor who it was that decided to get her wet, but I remember mom's feelings toward getting wet like this. She HATED it. She would tell me that she could not breathe, and therefore became anxious. Maybe she told me because I was guilty at one time or another of spraying her with the hose. I recall that now that I think of it. We lived outside of Delta. I also think I had to pull weeds all that day.

From the Millard County Chronicle, July 26th 1979

For Bethany Buck
by Grandma Sarah Inez Moody

I was sitting on God's knee. And, He was telling me about the beauties of a life on Earth despite its trials and tribulations. He asked me did I want to go to Earth and I answered, "yes, oh, yes." And I continued that I would like to go to Earth on July 11th, 1979.

"And, my child, who would you like for your parents?", He asked me.

Now that is a big question. I pondered that one, for Earth parents have much to do with one's returning to our Heavenly Father. And I looked Earth over carefully.

And I looked and looked. Earth is filled with many people, some of whom would make excellent parents. But, I wanted the very best. God gave me a few hours in which to continue looking at Earth.

And, finally. Finally, I saw this marvelous Earth Family in Orem, Utah. And I watched them for several more hours. I saw this very handsome Earth Father who works hard to provide. I saw this beautiful Earth Mother who also works hard to keep the Earth Home going smoothly. And I saw six happy and beautiful Earth Children. There was Kimberly, Arienne, and Tamara. Just beautiful Earth Children. Then I looked a little closer and saw Joshua, Zackary, and Gabriel. And they were happy Earth Children, also. As I continued to watch this Earth Family, I saw all of them getting into their best clothes and going to church. I saw how well behaved they were in His Church and came to my decision.

"I want to belong to that Earth Family, Dear Heavenly Father. I want that Family."

And God honored my decision.

Photographs and Memories...

Grandpa & Grandma Moody

Some memories I have of Grandpa & Grandma Moody was when we would stay the night over at their house. It was TiNille, Amber and I and we would have tomato soup and Ritz crackers with Sunny Delight for lunch. We always loved playing outside with Dum Dum the german shephard, and playing on the haystacks. Sometimes we would drive into town, which was an adventure. I loved the smell of the house, Grandpa's pipe, and Grandma's lotion. I used to try and sneak some cookies from the cookie jar. She would catch me and slap my bum telling me to wait til after dinner. I also remember every night they would watch Wheel of Fortune and Jeapordy.
Grandpa would teach us songs as we sat on his lap. My favorites being "Turkey on Grandpa's farm" (I wish I remembered all the words now), "She'll be coming around the mountain" and his famous melody "Yankee Doodle", and other songs with it. To this day I have taught that song to my kids, and I always remember his train tooting.
I remember the Coca Cola ladies in her kitchen, (pictures on the wall) and the anchovies Grandpa would put on his pizza. (yuck!) I think I could describe every square inch of their house to someone if they wanted to know. :) The brown accordian type doors as we would go into our beds. I loved the comfort and love I felt there.
They were so wonderful and so much fun to be with. I miss them so much. I still picture them sitting in their house, it really isn't a reality that they are gone. I guess it makes it easier for me. There are so many other wonderful memories, Thanksgivings, and the walks, I loved being at their house. I love them so much, and will always cherish the memories.
After Grandma passed away, Mom and I went to go clean for Grandpa. I could feel her presence there so strongly. I was cleaning down by the TV room and kinda skimming past things. I will never forget the strong feeling of her telling me to clean the window sills, and stop being so lazy. :) She was a strong woman, with lots of love that she gave to all her grandchildren. I learned many things from her. I am so thankful for our grandparents, for their love.