We Love President Hinckley

President Hinckley's paternal grandfather, Ira Nathaniel Hinckley, was baptized in Nauvoo at about 16, crossed the Plains in 1850, and after living in Salt Lake City and Coalville was called by President Brigham Young to superintend the building of a church fort in Cove Creek. There he was called as the second president of the Millard Stake. Our great-great grandfather Arza Erastus Hinckley was the brother of Ira Nathaniel Hinckley. We love President Hinckley as our prophet and also as family. Our love and best wishes are extended to family and loved ones at his passing today. We will truly miss him but know he is well received in the realms of heaven's faithful. As the Savior Jesus Christ's prophet President Hinckley was also an example of the Lord's servant that we hope to follow.

Flash Back to the Past

This is a scientific demonstration in the generation of electricity on a baby's hair who is as cute as a button.

Weekend Visit

Ronda, Tiffany, Chantell and I came to visit Nana for the weekend. Ronda's Aunt Anna past away and we went to the funeral that was held in Sandy, Utah. Uncle Dean, Aunt Anna's husband is Gordon's brother. Tanielle and her girls are coming to visit later this afternoon.

Donna's Birthday

We took Donna to the Cheesecake Factory for her birthday. It was great to enjoy family time with Nana and her.

I set up a blog sight for Nana but didn't have time to help her work on it. I think she will enjoy letting everyone know what's happening at the Swedish Homestead. The address is elainewelch.blogspot.com
When you visit her spend some quality time with her blogging so she can get a feel for it.

I hope you like the video...

I was looking for a picture of Russ for Nicole to Photoshop into our most recent family picture when I found this fun movie of Chantell snowboarding. Enjoy!!!

Life Changes

Life changes and we grow.  Who knows what is nexted???

Trase Benson Man in Uniform

Trase joined the National Guard and will be leaving Wednesday. We had a going away family party at Grandma and Grandpa Benson's home.

State Quarters

Thank you to everyone for looking and thank you Karen for sending the coins I was looking for.

Birthday Party

Happy Birthday to Grandpa Benson. Everyone enjoyed the great birthday party. Thank you Monta Faye, Ronda, and everyone that helped.

Merry Christmas from the Welches to all of you!

Baby B and Marmie

Baby Xioxtle

Dad and Mom





Four Generations




Proud Grandpa



Blessing Dress














Kristin and Xioxtle
















Gehring Family












Saturday, the 17th of November Kristin and Jeremy had their baby Xioxtle blessed at Karen and Reed's home in Boise Idaho. She is such a beautiful baby, so good natured, and an angel from heaven.

It was a wonderful visit that I wish could have lasted longer. Here are a few pictures to help share the experience.

Thanks Reed, Karen and Family... memories last forever.

Family games

Chantell, Matt(and nephew Joshua), Brittny, Tyler, Tosha, Tiffany, Ronda, and I enjoy some family time together.

Family games

Matt(and nephew Joshua), Brittny, Tyler, Tosha, Tiffany, Ronda, and I enjoy some family time together.

Sam's passing and Grandchildren visit

Matayia, Bergen, and Grandpa

















OUR CAT SAM the day of her passing. We will miss her so very much!!!


















Baby B and Grandpa