Grandma's Obituary

Dawna Randall Adamson

Dawna Randall Adamson died Tuesday October 21, 2008 at her daughter's home in Orem, Utah, and has returned home to her Heavenly Father.

She was born October 22, 1924 in Burlington, Big Horn, Wyoming to Wilford Trane and Mary Carling Neves.

Dawna married Floyd E Randall June 28, 1941 in Pleasant Grove. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They were blessed with six children. After the passing of her husband Floyd, she married Jesse LeGrand Adamson from Highland, widower, and father of five children, on September 8, 1979 in Provo. Together they served three LDS missions in Ireland, England, and Scotland. Dawna was well know for her love of music, kindness, and her service as a Temple Worker in the London, Provo, and Mt. Timpanogos temples.

She is remembered and loved by eleven children: Larry N Randall (Beth); Dennis F Randall (Linda); Anita Carter (Ned); Stephen W Randall (Linda); Michael J Randall; and Dawna Johnson (Boyd); Stephen L Adamson (Jane); Eric B Adamson (Yvonne); Mac J Adamson; Loraine A. Fackrell (Brent); and Joel D Adamson (Kay). She has 54 grandchildren, 92 3/4 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

A viewing is scheduled on Friday, October 24, 2008 from 6-8pm, at the Highland 7th Ward Chapel, 5212 W. Country Club Dr., Highland, UT. At the same chapel, there will also be a viewing from 9:30-10:30 am Saturday October 25th followed by funeral services which will begin at 11 am. Burial will be at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Flowers will be received at the 7th Ward Chapel starting at 5 pm Friday and 8 am on Saturday.

Grandma Adamson

Last night, as I was starting my shift at work, I received the phone call that my Grandma had died. We were expecting this, but I have to say that it still makes my heart ache to know that she is gone. I am very thankful that her suffering was short and that she is now back with those that she has not seen for a very long time.
Last night was very special for me. Grandma died at my parents house and because of that we were able to spend a lot of time with her before she was taken to the funeral home. I never thought that it would be comforting to me to help clean and dress her body but it was. To me, it felt like the ultimate and final act of service that I could do for her. The hospice nurse was wonderful as she helped me and my aunt clean and dress Grandma in her favorite pajamas. She was now in peace and we were able to gather around her and say our goodbyes.
I have many, many fond memories of my grandma, as do my children. She has always been a vital part of my life. From staying at her home over the summer to living with her during school, Grandma was always there to help out. Even these last two weeks have been full of memories and I was very thankful that my children were able to spend time with her before she passed.
Ironically, today is her 84th birthday. Grandpa had told her that she would live to be 84- this always made her sooo mad at him- but he was right. She lived all of her days to her 84th year. I know that they are having a huge party for her today in heaven. There is no doubt in my mind that she was greatly anticipated there and that there is a wonderful reunion occurring.
Burying Grandma this weekend will be difficult- it's always hard to say good-bye- but it gives me great comfort to know that she is on the other side waiting for us and that she will always be there to act as my angel, just like she did when she was alive.

LPN Graduation

It is actually official now... I have graduated with my Licensed Practical Nurse. Now, back to school on Monday to finish the Registered Nurse. It was a nice stepping stone and gave me a real sense of achievement to walk across that stage... there really is an end in sight! On to the pictures-


Taylor waiting patiently to see mommy


The entire graduating class- this includes all of AmeriTech's programs; RN, LPN, Dental Tech, Massage Therapist, Medical Assistants, etc.


My incredibly proud Dad- he missed a fishing trip for this- Thanks Dad!


Our LPN speaker, Merrie Parrish


Receiving our diplomas, or rather a nice quote in a diploma cover... guess we have to pick up the real thing at school, go figure.


Our wonderful professors, although they can get very boring and/or crazy at times!


Me and Taylor


Me and my cohort in trouble, Shanda

Fun Tag

Here's a tag passed to me by my friend Christy. And I pass it on to all of you, it's a fun one.

Someday: I will be an RN

I usually: spend time with my family on Sundays

I wonder: if I will ever travel to Europe

I regret: not going back to school sooner

I love: Ryan, Kelsi, Jessica, and Taylor

I care: about people... that's why I'm becoming a Nurse

I always: want to be a good person

I am not: a good housekeeper (thank goodness for Ryan)

I remember: the moment my kids were born and how special it was each time

I believe: that I am living my own Happily Ever After... even when everything doesn't go perfectly

I dance: with my husband in the kitchen, late at night after the kids are asleep

I sing: in the car constantly

I don’t always: control my temper like I should with my kids

I argue: with my teachers over test answers all the time... sometimes it pays off, sometimes it doesn't- it all depends on how good my reasoning is.

I write: on my blog, in my books, and on handouts all day loooong

I lose: my mind by the time each semester ends

I wish: I could go to Disneyland this weekend

I listen: to my husband... he usually makes me feel better about things after we talk

I don't understand: why I have to figure out IV drip rates when the sigma pump will do it for me.... stupid N-clex world

I can be found: at school three days a week, at work three days a week and at home the rest of the time

I am scared: about how much we will be paying back in school loans

I need: a private investor to pay off those school loans LOL!

I forget: what it is like to have free time

I am happy: when I get to sit on the couch with my family and just veg

Taylor's 2nd Birthday

Hooray for birthdays! Today is our baby's birthday. It's hard to believe that he has reached the magical, difficult age of two. Seems like the time has really flown. I have to say that I never really believed people when they told me how different boys and girls were- Taylor has made me a believer! He is so different than the girls. In one instance he can go from being a total stinker to being a little flirt. He constantly keeps me on my toes! I love that he is always so willing to cuddle and hug- and then run off and wreck havoc somewhere else in the house! The one thing that I have to say about Taylor is he has an amazing ability to love. I have never known a 2 year old that was so quick to say sorry, thank you or ask "OK?" if he senses that something is wrong. I am thankful everyday that we made the decision to have him. Taylor adds a very special aspect to our family and he is definitely worth his weight in gold! (Even with all 12 kidney stones that I passed as a result of his pregnancy!)
-In the picture with him raising his hands, he's saying "touchdown!"