I painted the grands blocks on Monday...a little Santa workshop going on in my kitchen
Tuesday I went to the Temple as soon as I dropped the kids off at the bus. I did an endowment session and really prefer initiatory. (it's so much faster) We have so many names though that I need to just plan on spending more time in the Temple. (I need to invite others to help me ☺) Then I met Jodi for lunch.
*Wednesday I took Carla to breakfast for her birthday which is Thursday. Carla decided on Moore's so we could have breakfast or lunch. I went to the Moore's in Roy and Carla was at the Moore's in Ogden. Thank goodness for cell phones. We both sat for a minute and wondered where the other was since we are never late. I ended up going to where Carla was since I had never been to that one before. It only took about 6 minutes to get to the right one. We had a good time but didn't have long because I needed to get home and Carla was going to work. I'm thankful that Carla and I have become good friends. She is fun, caring, creative, kind and pretty wonderful!
My visiting teachers came today. I love these two and I'm so thankful that they are mine for the time being. They love me and they're just pretty darn cool. I always feel so good when they are here.
Jared had piano and so I rode along (since he only has a permit) and I got to play with my cute little grands while he had his lesson. Santa greeted me when we pulled up. Parker is creative and made his hat and beard so he could wear them. He's such a cutie...and so are his sisters.
When we got home from piano a few more cuties were at my house. Oh they all make my heart smile. Little people are so amazing. They learn so quickly. They light up the room. They love unconditional. They are a piece of Heaven right here on Earth.
I finished the Temple plaques for the grands and the ornaments. I felt inspired to base this Christmas around the Temple. I love the Temple and all that it symbolizes.
***Thursday Carla and I dressed up for bowling. I took a few props for Debbie and she is a good sport and wore them. I love being crazy and I really loved Carla's creative sweater that she did. We went to a store afterwards and I could see others smile. ☺ I love making others smile!
For SNAP a few Tremonton Wards came and helped us out. They showed Rudolph and had popcorn. They made little bowls for their popcorn and Santa visited us. I loved listening to the participants talk to Santa. Most didn't care what they received. They love Santa and were so excited to see and talk to him. These kids teach me so much...they are truly the pure in heart. It's the simple things in life that matter to them. They require very little to be happy!
I knew a few of the leaders from Tremonton and that made it fun for me. One gal, Cindy, remembers me from when I sold Lunds Lite Candles. She friended me on facebook and that is how I recognized her. It was a fun night! The other leader grew up in Hooper and was Trichelle's age. (Hazen Cridle)
Friday we went bowling again and were still a little festive. I love bowling and being around all the fun ladies. I laughed when the gal taking our picture in the window told me that Susan with the Santa hat reminder her of ET among the stuffed toys. After bowling I met Mallory, Kathy and Julie for lunch. I also met Carly before so I could buy more yummy mixes from her. It's always fun being with my friends. Friends are a symbol of Christmas because friends are love!
Saturday morning the Relief Society had a Christmas breakfast and program. It was decorated so cute and there were quite a few that showed up. I took Kimleighel and Kelsi with me. I like having older girls to go with me...it's fun. There were drawings for prizes and us Ropelato girl's were lucky ducks today...we all got a prize. Robin was also sitting at our table and got a prize. I love Relief Society and being around the women in my ward. We have talent and lot's of love shared.
Larry and I went to the Temple since he was feeling bored and hadn't been for awhile. I'm loving all the time I am spending at the Temple. I love strengthening my spirit. I love feeling the spirit.
I love this Wonderful Time of the Year! The Spirit of Christ is felt so abundantly!
