Here we all are with Ben
at the Sea Tac airpot.

From left to right is:
Sylvia, Karen (Mom)
Ben , Annie, Sam, Krystin
Grandma June and Grandpa
Elder and the little girls are

Hannah and Emma.
Wonderful day....

Here is Grandpa and Grandma June so happy to be with Ben.

Here is Ben holding his sister Hannah and smiling for everyone. Great moment.

Ben Elder arrives in Seattle Aug 14, 2009

Hi Everyone,

Just an update about another one of our grandsons coming home from his mission. Ben served faithfully in the Uruguay mission and used his mission time to the fullest. His
mission President sent us a letter telling about Ben's callings while he served his mission and he gave his all to whatever he was called to do.

Here are some pictures of our greeting him when he arrived in the SeaTac airport.

Pictures from Chelan reunion July 2009

Hi everyone here is our group picture taken on the last full day at the Elder family reunion in Lake Chelan July 2009. Fun evening of talent and then all ran outside for the group picture. If any of you are in this picture that is reading this blog see if you can find yourself. More pictures coming...

Joan and Mom enjoying the

moment...great day.

Katie and Krystal having a great

time.

Tracy and Kaylen saying "HI"

Steve and Gramps enjoying

the water. Dave has a

great boat.

Steve and Braxton and Lorene

enjoying the moment.

Krystal and Ellie and Ellie loved

Chelan.

Lorene and Steve and Rock

who is very tired.

Chris and Dasha enjoying

the day. Soon to be parents

the 31st of October.

Gramps and Grandma June

taking a fast ride. Go fast

Gramps...Yah, right.

Michael enjoying a rest and watching his grandkids.

Melinda resting and enjoying her nieces and nephews and everyone else.Analee and little Mason (6 weeks old) cute and loveable.I think this is Charlie and Nate.

Uncle Dave with Jenna who will soon turn 7.Michael and Analee and Mason.Dave throwing Kevin..correct. Braxton and Mallory having a snack with Gramps.

Dave can really ski...wonderful

Three great brothers. Michael, Dave and Steven...

Dave and Adam and Charlie trying to jump on big intertube and have a great time.

Here is Michele and Dave who love each other and we love them. More pictures coming.

Lake Chelan July 2009 Family Reunion

Well we had our family reunion and the whole week was wonderful. Adam and Tracy and little Kaelin flew in and also Charlie and Analee and Nate and little 5 1/2 old week, Mason.
On July 12th we had our Sunday roast dinner with the above as well as Michael who was able to visit Ashlee on her mission in the Washington Everett mission. We all were excited about that.

Early Monday morning the group above (except for Michael) all met here along with Dave and Michele and their big boat and away we went to Chelan. We all stopped in Leavenworth, Washington for our great ice-cream cone. The little ones were able to get out and run around and they loved that.

Arrived at Chelan resort (The Big D) around 3 PM and we had to share rooms till the penthouse became available the next day. All worked out great.

On Tuesday morning we had a continental breakfast and that was quick and yummy. The room was to small to cook my usual pancake and eggs and sausage breakfast.
On Tuesday our room became available around 10:30 AM and we finally were all moved in by 11:30 AM.

Dave and Michele's boat was used everyday and everyone certainly enjoyed that boat and we all were very grateful to have the boat at Chelan.

The meals went well each evening and each family took care of the meal for the night they were assigned to. (Thanks to Michele Elder for all her arranging of who to cook when).

There were a few games of water volley ball and we played pickleball and tennis and swam in the wonderful pool which was close to the penthouse. Michael rented a jet ski and that was used each day and everyone had fun on that.

On Tuesday evening we had our Family home evening and everyone updated us about what is going on in their lives.

Wednesday at 3 PM there was a baby shower for Dasha Bundy (married to Chris) and they are expecting their baby girl October 31st. Fun shower...

Thursday evening we had talent night and that went well for everyone. Lots of talent in this wonderful family of ours.

Now this is about all for today. I hope to post pictures next time I'm on my blog.

Love Grandma June

Our trip to Branson, Mo. May 2008

We went to hear Andy Williams sing and what a show that was.

Above is our picture with a life size photo of Andy.

This picture of me are the two stars of the

"Star Spangled Celebration of Broadway" Great music and lovely singing. This woman on the right sang "Over the Rainbow" the best ever. Gramps wanted to see who is more muscular. This young man did all kinds of wonderful acts at the show titled "Acrobats of China" We were amazed of their bicycle tricks, pole climbing, plates spinning, Roller skating on a small round table (two girls) were skating and going round and round.

This man with the guitar sang to us at a breakfast spot in Branson. Great fun and good breakfast.

This act on the right is from the china show and the act was hard to believe. Such strength and timing.


Some of the acrobats of the China Shanghai Circus.

This is on the way in to hear Andy William sing. His theatre seats 2,000 and we were on the 7th row. Gramps worked all this out beforehand. What a guy. We also had dinner just before the show at a place next to Andy William show, it was called "Moon River" restaurant and the food was great.

This young many did a tight rope act and could he ever swing back and forth doing all of his tricks.




Gramps wanted me to take a picture of him with this Indian on a horse. We had lunch at this place, it was just across from where we were staying.

Of course there is always time to go shopping. This picture shows Branson Landing which has about 100 speciality stores. You can just stroll and enjoy the shops and the beauty of the area.

This picture shows where our room was. On the right is the room with a king size bed and we could also enjoy the deck right off our room.

This is what our room looked like inside. It was tastefully decorated. Very comfortable bed.

This is what the place looked like from the street. Very nice.

Of course you know we always have to have some icecream. Very rich icecream and so tasty.

Dad enjoying the land around the Andy Williams theatre.

Ashlee enters MTC

April 30, 2008. Ashlee enters the MTC in Provo, Utah. Ashlee will be serving in the Washington Everett mission and is excited to be a sister missionary and help give the gospel to those in the Everett Washington mission. We were in Utah last weekend for her farewell and she gave two great talks for her two farewells. One in her family ward and one in the singles ward. We heard both talks and she was great. Before she left Ariz. she also spoke in that singles ward as well. So she was given quite a big send off by many loving family members both in Ariz. and also Utah. Grandpa Dick and Grandma June were very thankful that they could share in this happy time with Sister Ashlee Elder. We are very proud of her and as we are also very proud of all of our grand children. The picture on the right is Ashlee with a few of her siblings. Austin (big guy) and Katie and Kevin Elder. Ashlee has 11 brothers and sisters and the whole family loves her very much.

New Great Grandson Jack Douglas Elder

Now, I think the little fella on the right is Jack Douglas Elder. I didn't have a name under this picture. But, I really do think these two pictures are of Jack. My how handsome he is and he even has two dimples (like his uncle Austin Elder). Both Laura and Jack and yes, Aaron are doing great. I called and talked to Aaron again this morning and Aaron said they were doing great. He says "Laura is the best Mom" so there you have it, she's the best. This little fella will be blessed in July sometime, Aaron said. All is well. Love Great Grandma June Jack makes 10 Greats for Grandpa Dick and Grandma June.