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 It was at 1046AM on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, that Bob Roth passed into eternity after a short 4 week battle against Gillian-Barré. His unexpected death completely rocked our family, and changed the trajectory of our lives forever. I miss dad so much. I miss talking sports with him, chatting with him on the phone on my way home from work, and his unwavering support and love for our family. His love for mom was inspiring. The quiet, but firm, faith that he carried with him. Dad supported each of his grandkids in his unique and special way. I pray that you have found mom, and are exploring eternity together. 

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 Tough week of remembrance. Mom passed away two years ago tonight. I miss her everyday. While I’m thankful she is no longer in her broken body, I’m still so sad (angry, disappointed, discouraged) that she isn’t here to share this life with me, our family and the community. We had such big plans for our time together when she made the decision in December of 2019 to sell her house and relocate to Colorado. She arrived in April of 2020, and we all know how things were going then. I just feel so robbed of the time we will never spend together. I love you, mom. 

PDX!

 Look who’s in town for a few days! Hashbrowns parents! They will be looking at a few different grad schools in the area of the next few days. So what did we do to welcome them back to Colorado? Eat! Fire up the grill and the Traeger. It was a beautiful spring afternoon to cook out. Only missing sister, who will be here soon…

GMM- The Bakery

 Let’s Mob! And Mix things up! In Greeley! It’s the April edition of the Greeley Mob Mixer Bakery edition. Great turnout at a new cute little bakery in downtown next to Roasty’s. Our usual fan base turned out, with a few new faces and a few that haven’t attended in a bit. The wound vacuum also made an appearance. Thanks to everyone that made time on a Wednesday night. Next up: Bulldog Grub and Pub. 

Look! Things!

 Continue to heal a little more everyday. I had my wound vacuum removed last week, which is another solid step forward. I have lost almost 18 pounds since March 11. I can’t wait to start feeling like myself again. Here’s some stuff from the last week or so! 

A well deserved award for ALLO…teachers night out at a comedy show about teachers…the Colorado Dance Collective’s Spring showcase and VIP reception…a ribbon cutting in Greeley…family day over the weekend…a few action shots from the Women’s Walk. 

LWC-Public Safety

 Sadly, we had our final Leadership Weld County class last week. Where does time go? It seems like just yesterday that we gathered together on a cool, crisp September morning to start our journey together. I;’ve learned so much, connected with so many new people, and strengthened many other relationships. I was humbled and touched by how many people in the class were worried and moved by my adventure the past month. It really touched my heart. 

We spent the morning touring the Weld County Jail, learning about the Sheriffs Department and SWAT. Lunch was at the police station seeing the K-9 unit in action and learning more about gangs. We closed the day at the fire department. The reenactment of what would occur during a cardiac arrest and the response from the FD gave me a little PTSD. Then, fire hoses! Graduation May 15!