I Love My Grandchildren...

Grandchildren are one of the best things in life. Having many of them living out of state makes me sad. I miss them all so much. I am grateful for those that live close so that I hug them, make them laugh, and make memories. As we journey together to Park City for our family vacation in a few days, we will enjoy the time together and miss those that are unable to join us.

Our Little Treasure...

Our precious Kate Austyn Sharp didn't need to linger long on this earth to accomplish all that was required of her. She came to earth already perfect. Her time was short but the impact she had on all of us will be much more far-reaching. She is truly a blessing to all of us.

This whole experience has been unlike anything I have ever gone through. The emotions that accompany the role of grandmother are unfolding to me these last few weeks. When the birth of a new grandchild child is close at hand, there is a level of excitement very similar to those I felt when it was my own child coming; such joy! As Kate was born and her challenges discovered, new emotions accompanied each day...each hour... each minute of her precious life, for those that love her so much.

I watched her loving parents and their sadness and concern, I watched Kate's sweet Kennedy, Jackson and London hurt and wonder what all the tears meant to them, and I not only ached for all of them, but I felt a new and more painful ache in my own heart. As a grandparent, it seems the hurt comes not only with my own sadness, but also the sadness of all those that I love so much around me. No one warned me how much this would hurt.

How grateful I am to have been able to join with Kate's family in a beautiful funeral and celebration of her life. The gospel and the hope of eternal life where all the sadness goes away has brought peace to my soul. Our precious Kate is now watching over all of us and wants us all to be happy. I'm sure her wish for all of us is to focus on those things that will bring happiness and joy in our lives and to put aside anything that takes us away from the good.

Thank you Kate for the joy I experienced with you and your family. I love you!

Remember... "When someone you love becomes a memory... the memory becomes a treasure!"

For more about her life... go to http:\\thesharpspot.blogspot.com

A Special Time In Texas

This is Jackson Young Sharp - His little sister, Kate Austyn Sharp was born on June 5, 2010. She comes into this special family for as long as Heavenly Father will let her. Kate was born with Trisomy 18, or Edward's Syndrome.

She is loved by all who know her. What a special daughter she is.

Her big sister Kennedy Brooke is bonding with her little sister and teaching her all she can about earth, about her family and about heaven.

Even London can hardly believe she has such a beautiful, baby sister.

Kate Austyn Sharp is truly one of Heavenly Father's very special angels.

She couldn't have come to a more loving family.

Every day will be treasured time in the Sharp home.

We know that Nana and Paul feel very blessed to have spent time with this special family. We love you and pray constantly for the strength and faith to carry us all through the days ahead.

...life goes on...

Since having my computer crash a little over a month ago, I have been very neglectful of our little blog. I'm not sure anyone ever looks at it anyway, but if you're interested...our life continues to be full of fun and adventure. We have completed our remodeling and as soon as I can find my external card drive, I can load the photos onto this page. We have a beautiful new master bath, walk-in closet, french doors in our living room/dining area with new paint and carpet on the main floor. What a beautiful home Paul and I share. The construction mess was SO worth it. It's even more fun to live in this beautiful home in Bountiful. We're excited for spring and gardening and sitting outside in our yard in the forest. I'll keep writing if you keep reading! Love, Karen

The Remodeling Has Started

This week we started remodeling our home in Bountiful. It's going to be fun to live among the dust, wood, and nails. When all is said and done, we will have a new master bathroom, walk-in closet, and french doors between the living room and dining room/kitchen. I'll try to get some "before" photos posted in the next few days. Paul is in charge and is a great help making all the decisions and keeping the subs working hard. Our hope is that Grandpa will survive the "open house" that lets the cold air into his space. He stays bundled up in his blanket most of the day. This is a fun new adventure for us. When it's all complete, I know we're going to LOVE IT!!!