Our Family

Our Family

Our life together

We were married on March 17, 2001. We have one daughter, Alexis who is 8 1/2 years old, one son, Levi who is 2 1/2, and another baby girl who will join our family in February 2012. We moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming 5 years ago and it has been the best decision we have made for our life. We have become closer as a family since we have moved here.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Doji

Doji was a part of our family for almost 10 years. She was the best dog ever. She was a pitbull, but you would never know. She was the sweetest dog ever. She was never agressive, and we never had to worry about her around anyone, including the kids. She would let Levi ride her like a horse, and when Alexis was a baby, she would jump up to see if she was ok when Alexis would start crying in her bassinet.

Sadly, Doji got cancer the last year of her life. We had the cancer removed off of her leg, but unfortunately it came back. We did the best we could to control her pain and let her enjoy the rest of her life, but in September 2010, it was apparent that she was just in too much pain. We took her camping one last time, and we knew that was the last time. She was hardly able to walk, and she was just hurting. We had her put down on September 15th, 2010. It was one of the hardest days Isaac and I have had to deal with in a long time. She truly was a member of our family. We buried her in the mountains a short distance from where we spent many summers camping. We will never forget Doji and all the happiness she brought to our lives.









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Snow play

Since moving to Wyoming, there are some adjustments we've had to make. Since half of the year is winter time here, and very cold, we have to find other ways to occupy our time. Here is Alexis and her cousins getting pulled on their sleds by the riding lawnmower. I know it seems a little hillbilly, but it fits in here in Wyoming. And boy did they have a blast!
It's great to have such wonderful family here. It has truly been a blessing to have the opportunity to live close to Isaac's family. They are all such wonderful and loving people. I appreciate all the times we have spent together.
I do still miss my family back in Phoenix. They are all such important people in my life. The Benzel women are such strong women and are each an inspiration to me. I love you all.