This winter hasn't been normal. It hasn't been very cold and the cold that we did get didn't last very long. It's February and there are flowers blooming around the Temple and people's yards. It's crazy...I love the tempts but it's still crazy. Yesterday was pretty busy and so I decided to go to the Temple today. I love getting up early and going. There aren't many people first thing in the morning. Today the session I went to had 11 men and 11 women. It's nice in a few ways. The best thing is I get home early and can still do everything I have planned. I passed Susan at the corner as she was leaving for the Temple and I was coming home.
My visiting teachers came today and they even came early since they knew I would be leaving to meet my friend. I love my visiting teachers so much. They are pretty cool, older ladies! I love visiting with them. I love that they give me the lesson that they want. Today they didn't give the one from the Ensign but instead one from a Book about President Monson. It never matters to me what the lesson is. We always talk about things that invite the spirit to be with us. I feel blessed!
I met Denise for lunch and Denise treated because she said it was for my last Birthday since we hadn't gone yet. I didn't care about that....I just wanted to visit with my friend but I do appreciate her kindness. We visited for quite awhile. It was nice. Denise was able to share with me all the crazy things that her and her hubby have been going through. I really can't remember the number of surgeries but they have each had a few the last 5 months. Boy have they been challenged. I'm so glad they are doing better...I love Denise so much! Denise is so kind. I feel bad that their ward didn't take better care of them while they were having a hard time. I feel bad that I didn't take better care of them. Denise let me know a little of what was happening in the Christmas Card she sent and I didn't act. After our visit today I have decided and have a plan to serve others better. I know I keep busy with my life but I am not to busy to help someone. Serving really is my priority but because I play so much I don't think others know that. Bowling and lunch dates can wait if I am needed. I need to act and not wait to be asked. Really most people won't ask for help no matter how close we are. I have decided that I am going to start calling and chatting with my friends again. Since texting has become so popular I have chatted less with my friends. Talking on the telephone keeps you connected even if you aren't able to meet in person as often as you'd like....So....I'm going to work on calling people more often to check on them. As I left today I called on my Angels to please remind me to do these things. I need a little "extra" help remembering these days and I am really counting on more help from the other side. (I'm sure I've always had plenty of extra help but just haven't noticed or paid close attention..I hope I get better at that)
I went to the grocery store after and then decided to just drive to Fremont so I could be there when Jared got through with track. I text him that I was there and he text me that he was home. He decided not to stay after today. Well that plan went well. hahaha.
I'm getting anxious for Sadie to get here. I'm excited to go with my girl friends next week! ☺
