Friday, April 23, 2010

All about Ben!

I've been thinking about Ben these last few days and all the time the poor guy has spent studying in med school the last 7 years (4 undergrad, 3 pharmacy school). I want to tell him how grateful I am that he is doing all of this for our family. And it's all coming to an END-- HURRAY:) His hard work has paid off, the stress is almost over.

My mother in-law sent me these great photos of Ben and I had to post them. I just want to hug that pudgy boy and see him blush. So cute!! Plus, that top baby photo reminds me of layla soooo much. Look at what a great guy/Dr. that kid turned out to be. We love you Ben-- Marc, P-lady and lulu:)











8 comments:

Anonymous said...

I see the fat kid picture of me made it into the set. I really wasnt fat, just big boned... I almost want to see myself do the truffle shuffle, but then I realize its me and think, some one slap that kid... My cheeks were so rosie..
I love My ladies..
Ben (Uno el gordo)

Anonymous said...

Awsome pictures. Ben looked adorable. I have never seen a picture of Ben's dad when he was young. Can't wait to see you all.
Love,
Mom Nelson

Kate and Ryan said...

Such great pictures of Ben growing up! I can totally see Layla in that picture when he's about 3 or so, too. What a great accomplishment to almost be done with pharmacy school! Congratulations, Ben! We'll miss you guys!

Lindsay said...

i am dying over those pictures of ben. LOL!
i am so happy the stress is almost over and am so proud of all of our guys!! we will miss your family so much!

mother vickie said...

Never more has a mother been so proud as I am now of my son benjamin. When he was born and I gave him the name benjamin, one of the brits in england because that is where ben was born, said, wow he has got some big shoes to fill with that name. well, I feel ben has filled those shoes and then some. He is a wonderful dad and a great husband. God has truely blessed him. He went on a church mission to cambodia giving two years of his life which I know enriched his life and prepared him for his future. I know that God blessed him because of the time he gave in his life to help others come to know the gospel of Jesus Christ.God blessed him with a great wife, Marcie and two wonderful children. I didnt know those pictures would be in bens tribute..but ben was so cute as a baby that everyone wanted to hold him. then as he got older, around 4,5,6,7 yrs old..many people wanted to take him home with them and would have loved to keep him. Ben was a great football player and actually was great in all sports. In whatever sport he was in ..he was a natural. I know that he learned a lot of things while a part of a football team. he had great coaches. Ben is determined and never lets up and he is very diciplined and it shows by his success in finishing up with all his schooling in college. what a great accomplishment. Like I said, I am so proud of him and Love him dearly. congrats ben...you amaze me..you are the man and what a great man you turned out to be..I truely am humbled.I love you very much.......

Amy said...

What a great tribute to Ben! Way to go Ben! Keep it up! Almost done! I've always thought Layla was Ben's little mini-me. :)

Anonymous said...

Thank you Marcie for creating an opportunity to pay tribute to a wonderful person, son, and friend. Reflecting back to the first time I was introduced to Ben, His spirit was larger than life and let me know that we were not strangers. Being around and watching Ben, I have continually thanked Heavenly Father for a wonderful son that is a great patriarch and provider to my little girls. A man that's diligent, hard working, gentle, kind, patient, pertective and always showing forth much love. I've appreciated the respect and love that he has always shown to me and my family. Ben's easy to be around and love. I miss having him around and sharing fresh baked cookies. Thank you Brother and Sister Cloud for raising a wonderful son and friend.
Congratulations Ben,
Love you, Dad Nelson

Anonymous said...

Ratshitsky Im proud of you man...We got a Dr. in the la familia!!!!!