Death & Taxes--the inevitable

To quote Benjamin Franklin: "'In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."
Well this month we've had a taste of both of those inevitable events. Our property taxes came in the mail, OUCH! They went up quite a bit from last year, even though our house value dropped, how does that work? Ahh, such is the life of a homeowner! Thank goodness Dan has a job right now!
Death is another inevitable and feared event of life. Dan's mom Darla isn't doing so well and it is difficult to watch her daily deterioration. The doctor said that she has at most 2-3 weeks left. She is in advanced liver failure and unfortunately the doctors cannot do anything to stop it. Hospice started last week and have been great. They have been so caring and supportive. It takes truly amazing people to work in Hospice. We really appreciate all of the love and support of our family and friends, thank you so much!
On a brighter note, Darla did fulfill her life-long dream of being a college grad from BYU. She graduated Monday with a BA in business through continuing education. Go Darla! Right now Darla, Dan, Mauri, Jenna and Grandpa Boyd are all enjoying the colossal monument of Mt. Rushmore. Dan said it is beautiful and truly awesome sight. I think it is great that they all get to spend some time together. While they are off sight-seeing I got to watch my cute niece Abbie. It is so cute to see Josh and Abbie play together. They are really great friends.
I really miss Phoenix, especially since we're expecting 2 feet of snow in Park City tomorrow, bbrrrrrrrr! It has been great weather here so far, in the 80's. The leaves are changing color and are absolutely gorgeous. I LOVE autumn!