Cory Blas

Cory Blas

Cory is currently serving in our ward as a ward missionary. Professionally she is a stay at home mom as well as a nanny for her friends kids.

She met her husband 17 years ago while they were both teenagers working at Jack in the Box. They dated for a long time and then decided to get married 5 years ago. They have 2 children together: Zachery (10) and Rachel (6) who are both very excited about joining the church. They also have a lot of pets including 2 cats that are momma and baby and about 45 fish in a 125 gallon tank!

One of their favorite things to do as a family is just get in the car and go. They like getting lost and exploring. The kids love their adventures and not knowing whats going to be around the corner. Their best vacation ever was a month long trip to Guam, visiting her husband's family and swimming in super warm water most of the day.

Cory loves Daisys and the smell of any fruit especially oranges. Whenever she has free time she will usually read. Romance and True Crime books are her favorites. Something unique about her is the scares on feet. When she was a kid she dropped a glass and cut open both of her feet and the scars look like little smiley faces :)

She is most grateful for her husband, kids and especially for the missionaries knocking on her door. A perfect day for Cory would be going on an adventure with her family, finding a new interesting place to explore and then coming home and having a BBQ with her family and close friends.

Sandy Montgomery

Sandy Montgomery

Sandy is currently serving as the Stake Relief Society 1st Councilor. Professionally, she works as a secretary at Eisenhower Middle School.

She met her husband in her student branch where he was her Sunday School teacher. He later proposed at Utah State University - Old Main hill. They now have 3 sons, 1 daughter in law and a cat named Shadow.

All of her boys live in the Seattle area so they get together often. Some of their favorite things to do together are going to restaurants (Gracie in Bothell is a favorite), or BBQing at home, going to sporting events, biking, skiing and snowboarding. They enjoy jet skiing in Lake Stevens, Eastern WA or the Oregon coast. They've also done zip lining, sailing and traveling to California, Florida and Utah. One of their favorite trips together was to Disney World.

Some of Sandy's personal hobbies include all the outdoor adventures her sons enjoy with the addition of running. Right now she is in the middle of training for a half marathon she is running with her boys. Whenever she gets a block of free time she'll usually go for a run. She also enjoys biking the trails around the area specifically Burke Gilman and Centennial. When she's in more of a mellow mood she enjoys reading (especially Maeve Binchy; all of her books are good)....and of course playing words with friends.

Sandy's favorite scripture is Ether 12:27 "And if men come uno me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them."

She is most grateful for a loving Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, family, the gospel, her testimony, and good health! A perfect day for Sandy would be a warm sunny day doing anything outside with her beautiful family.

Kimberly Nielsen

Kimberly Nielsen

Kim is currently serving as the CTR 5 teacher in our ward.  She says it is so rewarding to see the children's excitement as they learn.  She has always had a deep love for children, so this is one of her favorite places to serve. Professionally she has worked for Mill Creek Family Eye Center for the past 12 years and looks forward to the day when she can retire and spend time traveling and serve a mission with her husband Chase.  

She met Chase in January of 2011 at a singles dance at the Bellevue Stake Center.  Chase noticed her, but was unable to ask her to dance because there wasn't enough time between songs. Luckily he knew the DJ and when she asked if he had danced with everyone he wanted, he pointed towards Kim on the dance floor and said, “I want to dance with her.”  He then explained he needed more time between the songs to give Kim a chance to walk off the dance floor so he could ask her to dance.  The DJ agreed, and with the next break in the music, he grabbed Kim as she was walking off the floor and they started dancing. They were dating soon after. 

A few months into their dating, Chase told her he was looking for other opportunities within Boeing and wasn’t sure where it would take him.  He had recently returned from an assignment in South Carolina with Boeing.  Kim prayed hard and is so grateful for Heavenly Father’s love for her.  He knew how she was feeling and that she needed some reassurance. She received a strong witness that she needed to “trust that everything would be ok”.  It was also confirmed to her at a later date that she was going to "marry this man".  Chase proposed in October 2011 at Mukilteo Beach and they were married November 5, 2011. 

Family has always been important to Kim and meeting Chase has been one of the best things in her life.  There isn’t anything they don’t enjoy doing together.  They spend time going to plays, concerts and sporting events. Of course, they enjoy every minute they can be together with their kids and grandchildren.  She has been blessed with 5 children.  2 of her children still live at home and are attending the community college.  She also has 4 step-children who have blessed them with 9 grandchildren.  They recently learned that 2 additional grandchildren will be joining the family in October and December!  

When she has some time to herself she  enjoys working out, scrapbooking, crafts, baking, and gardening, listening to music and playing the piano.  She hopes to one day learn more about photography and also interior design. She usually likes to stay busy but on the occasion she's in the mood to relax, she enjoys sitting by a pool or on the beach in the warm sunshine, or enjoying a good massage. She's also not one to watch much TV but does like the Voice, Dancing with the Stars and Wheel of Fortune although she mostly watches sporting events with Chase.  

Her favorite hymn is, “The Spirit of God”.  She has a special memory of singing this song at the Seattle Temple dedication.  She will never forget how powerful the spirit was and the goosebumps she felt while being in the Celestial Room with the prophet of God, President Spencer W. Kimball.  It was an emotional experience.  Music is a big part of her life, it just brightens every day. 

 The perfect day for Kim is doing anything with family.  Having quality time together is so important to build those close relationships and make memories that will last forever.

Aleeshia Viktora

Aleeshia Viktora

Aleeshia is currently serving in our ward as a primary teacher for the 10 and 11 year olds. She loves teaching them the gospel and watching them learn and grow. Her favorite hymn is I Am a Child of God. 

She met her husband at a Fantasy Larp (live action role play) that reenacts Lord of the Rings battles with foam weapons and outfits. They were friends for a while when Aleeshia finally proposed to him. They are now married and have an adorable tri-colored shiba inu named Kuma who loves people. Their favorite thing to do as a family is play games; video, board or card they love them all. 

Some of her personal hobbies include video games, writing and reading. She would highly recommend The Chronicles of Narnia series and tries to read them at least once a year. Music has always interested her but has proven to be a struggle. She still hopes to one day learn to play the cello. 

Aleeshia loves the smell of vanilla and lavender and is also drawn to the flower lily of the Valley because of the beautiful white cupped shaped flowers and the fact that their nickname is "Ladder to Heaven". When it's dinner time Ziti or crockpot chicken quesadillas are the winner in her house. Also eating at Jackpot Teriyaki in Marysville (they have the best spicy chicken she has ever had), 

When she has some spare time she likes watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy because it's just so amazing she can never watch it enough. That being said, if she she could be any fictional character it would be a 3 way tie between Legolas (Lord of the Rings), Batman (before he got gritty and dark) or Grey Warden (Dragon Age). 

A perfect day for Aleeshia would be spending time with her husband and her dog without having to do any chores (especially laundry or moping) or other outside things. She also loves any day when she has a chance to give service or brighten the day of someone in need. 

Aleeshia feels so grateful for her life and membership in the church. A scripture that holds a special place in her heart is 3 Nephi 9:14 "Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life. Behold mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whoever will come, him will I receive; and blessed are those who come unto me." 

Hannah Staley

Hannah Staley

Hannah is currently serving in our ward as the Young Women's Secretary. Professionally she is a lead business consultant for FedEx Office where her main responsibilities are consulting in the areas of print services, shipping services, and working with both business and personal project customers. 

She met her husband Jason through her best friend. This friend had been dating Jason for a little while when she realized Hannah seemed like a better match for him. She decided to introduce them and it worked! They had a few rough patches but after 6 months of dating Jason proposed to Hannah on the couch while in his pj's. They were married a month later. 

Hannah likes sunflowers, fruity scents and Asian food specifically Pacific Cafe in the Seattle. She enjoys Choral singing (Alto 2/Soprano 2), cooking, playing board/card/table-top games, eating tasty food, lazy time. and being a crazy spoiling cat mom to her 2 year old mainecoon mix cat named Keeper. 

When she has 30 minutes of free time she will usually read a fantasy novel and would highly recommend the Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini. If shes more in the mood to watch something she would choose.The Fifth Element or Stargate SG1. 

In Hannah's imaginary world she is Menolly (from the novel Dragonsong) with the ability to fly like superman and Super Mario Brothers as her theme song. In this world nobody every says "whatever" and there is never any laundry. 

A perfect day for Hannah would be sleeping in, a simple egg/toast/bacon breakfast and reading for a few hours followed by a nap, more good food and ending the day snuggling with her husband. 

Mallory Sheard

Mallory Sheard

Mallory currently serves as a member of the Additional Meeting Committee in Relief Society. Her favorite hymns are the primary songs When I Am Baptized, Families can be Together Forever, I Love to see the Temple, and I am A Child of God. She loves the basic principles of the gospel taught in these songs and how they are a reminder of what is really important. Her favorite scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6.

Mallory grew up in southern Idaho and then met her husband, Brockton, while they were students at BYU-Idaho through a mutual friend. They had the typical fast BYU-Idaho courtship and were engaged less than two months after their first date (which she always said she would never get engaged that fast) and they were married two months later. It was the perfect start to their happily ever after. They have since added to that happiness with two children, Kenzie and Parker.

She has a bachelor’s degree in Health Science with a Biology minor, and is certified to teach secondary education. She loved student teaching but doesn’t want to teach anymore. In college she worked at a bridal store selling wedding dresses and loved it because it was like playing dress up with real life Barbie’s all day.  Now she enjoys her full time job as a wife and mother

Some of her favorite activities include family bike rides on the Centennial Trail or Burke Gilman Trail, hiking, playing board games (Ticket to Ride is her absolute favorite and she could play it over and over!), craft projects with the Silhouette, making digital memory books, shopping and working out. She likes listening to country music and enjoys watching home makeover shows. She loves cooking pretty much any recipe from Our Best Bites. She also enjoys traveling to see family in other states. One of her goals is to travel to all 50 states, and her current count is 20 states.

Mallory dreams of being better at things like organization, not procrastinating, being early or on time way more often, and putting together really fun and cute themed parties. But what is most important to her is continuing to develop and maintain a relationship with her Savior, Jesus Christ, following his commandments and building a safe haven in her home for her family.

Mildred Porter

Mildred Porter

Milly is currently serving as the sunbeam teacher in our ward which she says is a very dynamic class. She is very grateful for the church and the principles it teachings.  Her favorite scripture is Ether 12:12. She feels as if it was written for her personally. She knows she is in great need of the help of Heavenly Father and she loves the explanation of why we need trials. 

Being a mother and a wife are a big part of what makes her happy.She is raising 3 children; Renee (19), David (7) and Itzayana (5). They also have a dog they named Turbo because he runs really fast out the door. Their favorite things to do as a family are going out to dinner, visiting new places, reading, watching movies (You've Got Mail is a favorite) or doing just about anything as long as they are together.  

Milly likes to sew because she thinks it is the best way for her to be creative. She also enjoys cooking and feels it is a very important part of her life. She loves the smell of the sea and the forest here in the north west. She says on a day when she encounter the two of them she feels completely happy and re energized, sometimes they can even help her get rid of headaches. 

She absolutely loves birthdays and usually has a 3 day celebration. One for the day she was born, the day she was registered and one for the day in between. On the first day she likes chocolates, the second flowers and the third day a surprise. 

A perfect day for Milly would be having a maid come over to put clean clothes away and her children staying clean and doing their home work and chores independently so she could go for a long walk and then read until dawn.