Uncle Pete

I do not usually post on my wifes blog... however I felt that I needed to share my feeling with those who may have known my uncle pete. (Duch oven professional) I found out he past away last Friday from a heart attack. I however was able to be in Cedar a week before he died. He was had some discomfort in his chest so he asked me, my brother, and my dad to give him a blessing. He went on his way like he was ok, however he later had a heart attack. By that night he was in St. Geroge hospital. Wednesday he had a quadruple bypass, Friday morning he was talking and laughing with his kids, by that night he passed. It has been rough however I know that he was given an extra week on this earth. The funeral was beautiful. I'll miss you uncle pete. patrick

Peter Kent Dotson, 72, beloved son of George Horold and Ether Fontella Dotson, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2010 in St. George, Utah due to complications following a heart attack.
Peter was born 9 December, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah and was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Fawn, two sons, Michael and George, and grandson, Christopher. He is survived by his wife, Vickie Dotson, brothers, George (Onda Vee) and Richard (Maralyn), sisters Joan Solas (Hank) and Elaine Martinez and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He married Rebecca Benner in July, of 1956 and welcomed Pete, Jr., (Laura) and Michael into their home. Pete joined the United States Army in 1957. They were later divorced.
Pete married Patricia Edmonds in March, 1965 and raised Nick, David (Bonnie), and Elizabeth (Karsten) Toomer, Kimberly (Michael) Schrauth, George, Jared (Kathleen), James (Adrian), Jason (Brooke). They were later divorced. They have 24 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Pete made a living doing many things, of which trucking became an important support. In 1990 he moved to Cedar City to be closer to family and to Minersville, where he spent many of his formative years. He was a master of many trades and for the past 20 years has been employed at the El Rey motel in Cedar City, Utah.
Pete and Vickie met while working together at the El Rey and have been a great support to each other, through many trials and much joy. Pete adored all of his children and grandchildren and did many things to expose them to cultural and uplifting events and activities. They will forever appreciate all that he has done for them and taught them.
Vickie's children are: Eric LeFevre, Andy (Tamara - deceased) LeFevre, Travis (Collette) LeFevre, Ryan (Robyn) LeFevre, Kacie Jesus (Ray), Wendi Alcaraz (David), and Amy Rice (Allen). They have 18 grandchildren.
Pete's testimony and study of the gospel of Jesus Christ is respected and well-known in the Cedar City Second Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Pete loved to study gospel principles and took many classes from Garry Graf at the Institute of Religion. He was an avid reader and was knowledgeable about many subjects.
He was considered one of the best Dutch oven cooks in southern Utah and many will miss his experienced cooking, fun personality, and work ethic. He loved to serve and always thought of others before he thought of himself. He was loved dearly and will be missed tremendously.
Dr. Kory Woodbury's extraordinary efforts gave Pete extra time with his adoring family and we thank him and the staff at Dixie Regional for their care and support.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 11:00 am at the Cedar City 4th Ward located at 500 West 400 North in Cedar City, Utah. A viewing will be held on Friday, March 5, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Cedar City 4th Ward, and again at the Church on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 9:00 - 10:30 am. Interment will be in the Minersville Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary

The Living Planet Aquarium

The kids and I took a short trip out to Salt Lake this weekend to visit my sister Renee and her husband Nicholas who was in town for business. We stayed at Jennifer's house, she is always such a gracious host and Auntie.

Saturday we headed to the The Living Planet Aquarium and spent nearly 3 hours there. All of the kids loved the animals, Sivai and Austin were all about touching and feeling, which Lily wanted nothing to do with. The little deli had reasonable food rates which made it very convenient to eat there, and the highlight for all of us was Nick, Sivai and Austin being able to feed the sting rays. It was such a fun time to spend with Renee and Nick! My kids are still begging to go back and feed the animals again.

Not a real crab

All tired out from a long day, snuggling were her turtle from U. Nick and A. Renee.

Wrestling

Sivai started wrestling this week and is having a blast. He was a little nervous leading up to it but once we were there he jumped right in and followed instructions very well. I was surprised how quickly he caught on. He has two practices a week and starting in March he will have meets once a week, with a tournament at the end of March.

We went to Cedar City over the weekend for Patricks' work and I spent some time with

my friend at the St. George Parade of Homes. We had a fun weekend enjoying the warm weather (to us) with family and friends, but we're glad to be home after the long trip home in the snow.

Picture Update

16 weeks

I tried to get a picture showing my little baby belly, but it didn't really work. I am showing, but not very well in this picture.

I'm still trying to figure out my new camera and all of it's settings to get the best picture.

Due to Arrive

I haven't posted for a while, life is busy and I forgot my camera in Cedar City over New Years. However there is news worthy of a post without pictures. We will be having baby #4 the end of July! We're excited, but I think the kids are more excited. They ask me everyday about it and like most little girls Lily is convinced she has one in her tummy too. Pregnancy #3 has been a little more uncomfortable that the first two, but still bearable. I hope to get my camera back in February, or get a new one.
We had wonderful adventures over the holidays, spending Thanksgiving in KS and heading to Cedar City the day after Christmas. We all enjoy visiting both sides of the family and always have a great time.

Our Halloween costumes this year.

Fun glasses.