More Memories of my Family

Memories of Ladawn

I remember always thinking she was fun and pretty. She had the status amongst the younger sisters one time of being our favorite sister.

I remember when she got hit by a car. Mom and Dad gathered us together to tell us and we knelt down in a circle and prayed for her as a family. The spirit was strong and I remember having a peaceful feeling. Tears come to my eyes when I think of that time--it is something I will never forget.

I remember when she got married and going to her reception and eating ice cream.

I remember one time when her and Wayne came to our house to visit. Luella and Noelle expecially would remember this about me--how I loved to share a bed with someone. Ladawn and Wayne were sleeping on a foldout couch, which was the equivalent size of a twin bed. Every night that they were there, I would squeeze in between them and sleep with them (Each night, I did it in my sleep, so I had no recollection of actually climbing in bed with them--I woke up in the morning and there I was!) They didn't seem to mind (Did you?).

Ladawn is very talented when it comes to sewing and I remember a doll that she made for me. She sewed the face, the belly button and the bum, making it look somewhat realistic. It could wear newborn diapers and she made a dress for "her". I loved that doll!

She made me several dresses that I wore for a long time--many of which I wore on my mission and wore them out!

I used to think that she had such a pretty voice and I wanted to sing just like her.

I remember thinking that she had really cool and unique handwriting. ( I still think that!)

I remember when she came for surprise visits--they were happy, fun times. I remember feeling sad when she left. (See picture--don't be alarmed at the sight of the face in the middle!)

When they lived in England, Holly and I went to visit them. I was there on my birthday and she brought me breakfast in bed--a stack of doughnuts with candles on it!

When I lived with her and Wayne and their family for a little while, I remember her making the yummiest homemade wheat bread. We would get a slice while it was still hot, spread it with mayo, and put slices of tomato on it, then salt & pepper it. It was so yummy and I still make it! (Only I don't have Ladawn's yummy recipe--I had to find one of my own.)

I remember some yummy oatmeal butterscotch cookies she made frequently. Sometimes I would even sneak and get some out of her freezer. (sorry Ladawn! :)

I am thankful for the happy memories I have of Ladawn. I love her and hope she has a very Happy Birthday!!