Simpler Times

This is a picture of my dad and his brother Bud at their Grandma and Grandpa Sorensen's house in Willard. Apparently this toy car was built for them by their uncle Howard. Somethings haven't changed over the years, uncles still like to give their neices and nephews toys that are either noisy, messy or they kill themselve on. Chances are those 2 boys played with that car for hours without anyone getting hurt and without anyone needing stitches. That is one thing that has changed over the many years. Kids used to be able to play outside. They used their imagination. They didn't have t.v. and video games and the computer to occupy their time. It certainly seems like a much simpler time doesn't it?

If you don't know where to start - just start

Ok, so the meer thought of starting seemed to overwhelm so I guess I somehow talked myself in not doing anything which was really dumb. I'm going to try and post new pictures every week. If I have questions about the family relationship, I'm hoping our family will step up and help out. Maybe one day one of my tech savy family members will offer to make this a real site that is actually helpful for others who are trying to collect family history information.

Please, won't you join me!

I'm not really certain where to start with this blog. I want to have a place to post bits and pieces of my family, in particular those who have contributed to my genetic make up. Those who have sacrificed much so that I can enjoy the numerous blessings I enjoy. In particular I am grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am grateful to know my Savior. I am grateful for the great plan of a happiness. I can only pray that I will live worthy of the many blessings I enjoy every day. Today I start to introduce you to some of the special people in my life.

These are my beautiful parents. Neil H. Larsen and Nora D Simpson Larsen. They were married July 30, 1950 in Logan Utah. They have 2 children, my older brother Brent and myself. They met before my dad's mission for the LDS church while they were both working at Swifts packing house. My mom was attracted to my dad right away. She says he had an incredible smile and beautiful eyes.