Mom has just finished her Phase II of chemotherapy and seems to be doing very well. Her oncologist and other specialists seem to really know there stuff. During the chemo sessions, they have her pumped with prednisone which really is a miracle drug and makes her feel really nice and gives her energy. Typically about 7-14 days after the chemo sessions she starts feeling not so great. She has to avoid places where she might catch a germ and avoid anyone who is sick as she is very susceptible to catching anything. Luckily for me I have been able to be with her through all her chemo sessions. I enjoy sitting in the hospital with her as we gossip about all the family members. So much more I know about each of you now. Give Mom a call, she loves hearing from you...just DON'T send flowers...chemo and flowers don't mix. Love, Dean

Dean, Brigham Young & Mom

Lynette visiting Grandma

Hey everyone here are some pictures from the "Unveiling Party", of my painting I did of Grandma and Grandpa. Love ya all ,Enjoy!! ~Stephanie Toland

Hey everyone, here are some pictures from "The Wedding"....it was beautiful. Congrats John and Dana.

Hey everyone here are some new pic.s of Aymee and Travs new babe. ENJOY!

Let me just tell you it was another amazing Josh concert (even though I didn't shake his hand this time), it was a better all around performance. The energy was so amazing in SLC rather then Las Vegas, when Stac and I went and saw him, he was wonderful in Vegas, but AWESOME in SLC, the fans in SLC are crazy. He told us that SLC is his favorite place to perform (not to mention his biggest fan base is out of Utah, what can I say the Mormons love Josh) and it has a special place in his heart since he first appeared at the closing ceremony at the SLC Olympics. So he taped his AWAKE concert tour on DVD in SLC. You will be able to hear our screams if you listen real hard. I went with my mom, Stac, and my cousin. Stac didn't get very many pic.s because she used all her memory on her camera to tape him singing. So ENJOY! Grandma you would of loved it, I love you and start getting better!

The Brooks Kelly Clan

Dean & Maria at the 1.2 Million Dollar Wedding...having a marvelous time.

Would ya look at those cheeks?!?!?

Here's a sneak peak of the newest member of the family. There's more HERE

Hi Family!

Another rainy day here in London, has been more or less nonstop raining since I came back here in May and not looking like summer is here to stay for a while, just my luck that I will miss another English summer. Anyways, things are good over here besides trying to keep dry. I will be heading back to California soon to finalize the wedding plans and John will be coming out a few days after me. Granted, he will be working and not able to plan plan plan like me, but think that it would be more work and stress to do wedding stuff in his eyes! We are both excited to see some sunshine. We went to a rock party that a few friends hosted last weekend, hence the crazy costumes, we had a blast. They hired a Freddie Mercury impersonator, I didnt realize how many Queen songs I knew! Hope all is well with everyone! Lots of Love, Dana and John

While attending a Marriage Seminar dealing with communication,

Scott and Sheila listened to the instructor, "It is essential that husbands and wives know each other's likes and dislikes."He addressed Scott, "Can you name Sheila's favorite flower?" Scott leaned over, touched Sheila's arm gently and whispered,

"It's Pillsbury, isn't it?

BROOKS VS. TERRY

Brooks and Terry drove down a country road for several miles, not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an argument and neither of them wanted to concede their silent position. As they passed a barnyard of mules, goats, and pigs, the Brooks asked sarcastically, "Relatives of yours?" "Yep," Terry replied, "in-laws."

Congratulations Maria

(again!)

Maria has won yet another very prestigious award! The "OUTSTANDING LODGING EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR" by the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Which simply means...out of every big hotel in the entire country that nominated their best people, the distinguished panel of judges determined Maria is, without question, the best of the best from coast to coast. Maria and Dean were flown all expenses paid to Nashville, TN where Maria was presented and recognized at the AH&LA award ceremony at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel on 13 June 2007.

With this national recognition and the great work Maria does everyday, the management of Gaylord Hotels are so pleased, they can't stop singing her praises, so it would go without saying...they treat her like a "rock-star." Upon arriving in Nashville, we were picked up at the airport in a stretch limousine and whisked away to "rock-star" treatment. Although the event was held at the Loews Hotel, we stayed at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel...as it should be so "her" people could adequately "take care" of us...and indeed they did. The minute we pulled in the driveway they treated both of us like royalty...in fact, they actually and literally rolled out red carpet for us to walk on into the lobby. We were escorted to our Jr. Presidential Suite where Maria was showered with gifts and congratulatory letters from all levels of management.

To follow are some pictures of this very exciting event and Maria's original letter telling her she had been selected for this award. Click on any picture for greater detail viewing. Personal congratulations can be sent directly to Maria at: mkelly@gaylordhotels.com

Stretch limo ride from Airport to Gaylord Orpyland Hotel

Red (literally) Carpet Welcome

A view from the lobby atrium of our suite's baywindow.

In our Jr. Presidential Suite

Taken behind a waterfall in the lobby atrium just outside our hotel room window.

Turn-down Service Chocloate Sculpture

Stretch limo ride to the award ceremony