First there is our family...as you already know we are Brandon & Kari
and this is our son, Westyn.
Here's a little bit more about us as a family...
Favorite Family Outing: Beach or Zoo
Favorite Store: Cabela's (the boys :)
Favorite Restaurant: Red Robin
We attend a local church where we have become members...we are involved in our church's adoption ministry and volunteer in nursery.
Kari's Parents
(Craig & Deanna)
(Craig & Deanna)
They live close by and we see them multiple days of week plus Westyn has the privilege of staying with "Nana" one day a week while Kari works. Westyn also asks every time we head to town to see "Papa's Tractors" meaning he wants to visit Papa's work!!
Kari's Sister (Kelsey)
Kelsey also lives close by and we are able to visit her on a weekly basis as well. Westyn adores his Auntie "Telsey"...he asks for her continually. We have a sisterly bond that is unlike no other and she truly is my best friend.
Kelsey actually went with us when Westyn was adopted. She provided another hand and was able to bond with him right away.
Kari's Grandparents
(George & Mae)
Kari has had the privilege of creating a close bond with her Grandparents as she grew-up with them close by. We would always stay at Grandma's house overnight and go on camping trips & more!! We still all live within a few minutes and visit them quite regularly.
Kari's Grandparents (Paul & Lavona)
It was a great honor for me as a child growing up being able to visit all my Grandparents often. Grandpa & Grandma would always take my sister & I to the races where we would have dinner, watch sprint cars and enjoy time spent with my Grandparents, Uncle & Cousins...it was always so fun!! To this day we still have family get togethers every holiday, barbecues and play volleyball.
Brandon's Parents (Bernie & Starla)
Just like the rest of our family my parents living close by is no exception, they literally live 3 minutes from our house. We also see them often, especially since our favorite meeting place is the local Mexican Restaurant (it's so good)!! Westyn also has the privilege of going to Nana's house once a week where he spends time with Nana and his cousins...it's bonding time for all!!
Brandon's Sister (Kayla), Brother-in-Law (Kevin),
Nieces (Aubrey & Paige)
Nieces (Aubrey & Paige)
We live about 20 minutes from them, however see them weekly. It's great for Westyn to be able to play with his cousins on a weekly basis at Nana's.
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Brandon's Sister (April)
& Boyfriend (Mark)
April is also known as "Auntie A"...April is attending college in Idaho to become a Physical Therapist Assistant. Unfortunately this means we are not able to see her a ton. Westyn adores his Auntie A and when she is here we try to spend as much time with her as possible. April also met Mark while attending college in Idaho and we absolute adore him. Hopefully someday he will be part of our family...that will be awesome!!
Brandon's Sister (Cassie)
Cassie also known as "Tassie" is 18 years old and graduating from High School in June 2013. She plans on attending Biola University in California this next year...she was also asked to join their volleyball team. We also see Cassie quite regularly.
Brandon's Grandma (Grace)
Grandma Grace also known as Gigi is a huge part of our lives. We actually had the pleasure of being able to rent her & Grandpa's condo before we purchased our first home. For being a Great-Grandma, Gigi sure has energy!! She absolutely loves to travel, attend her grand-kids sporting events and hang out with her Great-Grand kids. Sadly 2 years ago Grandpa Ben passed away after a valiant battle with cancer. It was great that he was able to meet Westyn and spend time with him before he passed away.
Brandon's Grandparents (Henry & Kathy)
Brandon was also blessed to be able to spend quality time with his Grandpa & Grandma growing up helping on their calf farm. To this day we still take Westyn to see the cows...he definitely enjoys it!! We also have a once a month Sunday lunch where Grandma hosts lunch for the entire family.
We hope you enjoy this short slide show...
our family throughout the years!!
