This posting is a little personal, but I wanted to share some news with close friends and family without having to speak individually with each of you.

Ammon's preschool recommended a team of psychologists (Gershon Psychological Associates) that conducted various testing over the past few months. Nathan and I met with the doctor today to discuss their finding. We now have a specific diagnosis, which she referred to as "Pervasive developmental disorder - NOS" a.k.a. "PDD-NOS". Some people diagnosed with PDD-NOS are close to having Asperger syndrome but do not quite fit, which is how we've always felt about Ammon & his situation. As time progresses, Ammon's diagnosis could change slightly depending on whether or not the social / emotion gap between him and other children widens or closes... Time will tell I guess. A diagnosis doesn't really change anything, but it will help him receive services and extra help in school which would be instrumental in helping him overcome some of issues that he faces.

Meeting with the doctor has given me great peace of mind. This has truly been an answer to our prayers. She provided us with a lot of recommendations, which I think will help Ammon overcome some of the social and emotional issues that he experiences. I'm so incredibly grateful for the wonderful preschool that he's been able to attend and the support that they've offered to him and our family. It's amazing how prayers are answered. The past 18 months have been a difficult time for me and our family. We're so grateful for all the love and support that we've received from our ward, friends, and family.

Ammon is blessed to have so many people who love and care for him.

4th of July in Boston

Nathan's 32nd Birthday

We celebrated Nathan’s 32nd birthday with Andy McFarland (one of his friends from high school) and a few close friends. The weather was great and finally cooled down a bit after a long heat wave.

Ammon's 5th "CowBoy" Birthday

We celebrated Ammon's 5th Birthday this weekend with close friends. He attended a birthday party in April for Bryson Ottley and his mother had planned various activities with the "Curious George" theme. For weeks that followed, Ammon talked about what he wanted for his birthday and requested for a "cowboy party." I thought this would be pleasing to my grandparents who are true cowboys.

We're blessed to have such great friends to share these special memories with... Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so wonderful!

Happy Father's Day...

Top 10 Reasons why we’re glad to have you as our dad:
1. You always take the time to play with us, no matter how busy your schedule is…
2. Bedtime stories are a real treat… especially the ones you create!
3. You’re funny & witty. You always know what will bring a smile to our faces.
4. Thankfully, patience is one of the virtues that you possess. You need lots of it some days.
5. You’re an incredible artist, especially when it comes to making my personalized creations (from Ammon)
6. We love when you sing to us!
7. Dancing with me in your arms makes me feel like a little princess… (from Maddie)
8. Your talents carry over into the kitchen too!
9. Lawn mower rides are something that we look forward to each week.
10. You find ways to show your loves each day.

We love you dad. Happy Father's Day!

Love, Ammon & Maddie Sue

10 Years and counting...

It’s hard to believe that almost 10 years have passed since Nathan and I were first married in the Arizona Temple. Here are some brief highlights of our last 10 years together.

Nathan, I look forward to spending several more decades with you. Happy 10th Anniversary!

Las Vegas, visiting Kim

We spent our Honeymoon in Sedona

Visited Hawaii while Nathan worked for America West Airlines...

We both graduated from Arizona State University while working fulltime and taking a full load of classes...
Visited Chicago & Nauvoo, Ill.

San Diego after Nathan completed Basic Training for the US Air Force

Visited Aaron, Tamra, Jacob & Dwight in Ketchikan, Alaska

Nathan was commissioned into the US Air Force
Shortly after, Ammon Nathan King was born in Wichita, Kansas

Travelled to Mississippi for training
Endured Hurricane Katrina with a 9 week old baby

Ran a Home Day Care in Kansas while Nathan was active duty Air Force and went school in the evenings for his Master's Degree in Business Administration...

MBA from Webster University

Nathan accepted a position with the Rhode Island Air National Guard, so we moved to Connecticut and are enjoying life in New England... Madelyn Susan King was born in Putnam, CT
Nathan was promoted to Captain

Nathan ran his first marathon... and completed his second months later

SOS Training in Alabama

We've worked hard, overcome a lot, made priceless memories and created a beautiful family together. I love you more and more with each passing day!