Childhood Memories

Rud & Letitia Palmer family in 1969

In General Conference several years ago  President Henry B. Eyring encouraged us to record for our family, the “faith promoting experiences” and the “blessed moments” of our lives.  I hope this new family blog will help you to know and love our Palmer family and it’s history.  I will be sharing a few of my own memories and family history with you.  I would be happy to include any memories my brothers and others who would like to share.

Our parents raised us through their example with strong values, a love of the gospel and of family history, with many fond memories on the ranch we called home, and a work ethic that prepared us for life. 

The reunion last weekend at Lava Hot Springs was such a fun time.  It was so good to see everyone and to enjoy sharing our memories around the campfire Friday evening.  It was fun and very spontaneous. With Dee Ray’s help the kids entertained with a “ Snake Grass Band”. It was fun tubing in the river and enjoying the hot pools.   The trips to the little pioneer town of Chesterfield a few miles north was a reminder of our connection to it’s early years, and while there to visit the grave of our great grandmother, Elizabeth Mason Miller.  Great food and good times together!


Ever Close in Mind and Heart
by Marjorie Frances Ames

No further away than a picture,
A smile or remembered phrase,
Our parents live in memory.
So close in many ways.

For how often does a sunset
Bring nostalgic thoughts to mind,
Of memories with our parents
Of days now left behind!

How often has a flower
Or a crystal Autumn sky
Brought golden recollections
Of happy days gone by!

Yes, memory has a magic way
Of keeping loved ones near,
Ever close in mind and heart
Are the ones we hold most dear.

Introduction

Rud and Letitia are my parents. They had a deep love of, and appreciation for, their family history. They passed this interest on to me. With the updates in technology, it's now possible for me to easily share this information with you. This website will contain memories, photos, writings, and other items that relate to their family. As I get items ready, we'll add them - so please keep checking back for updates. If you have stories to request or information to share, please contact me, Junelle P. Lind, at mnjlind@gmail.com.