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1. YOU HAVE 10 BUCKS AND NEED TO BUY SNACKS AT A GAS STATION. WHAT DO YOU GET? GUMMY BEARS, PEANUT M&M'S, HARD TACK CANDY AND A BIG BOTTLE OF WATER. 

2. IF YOU WERE REINCARNATED, WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WOULD BE? A BLACK DANCER WHO PERFORMS ON BROADWAY

3. WHO’S YOUR FAVORITE REDHEAD?  LUCILLE BALL

4. WHAT DO YOU ORDER WHEN YOU’RE AT AN I.H.O.P. OR BREAKFAST PLACE? FRENCH TOAST

5. LAST BOOK YOU READ?  THE FIRST PHONE CALL FROM HEAVEN BY MITCH ALBOM

6. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED? SWEET HOME ALABAMA

7. DESCRIBE YOUR FAVORITE PAIR OF UNDERWEAR.  CLEAN AND WHITE

8. DESCRIBE THE LAST TIME YOU WERE INJURED. I'VE HAD A FEW BLISTERS FROM WALKING A LOT IN CUTE SHOES RATHER THAN GOOD SHOES.

9. IF YOU COULD INVENT ONE THING, WHAT WOULD IT BE? A SCULPTING DEVICE SO THAT AS AN INDIVIDUAL WE COULD ALL TAKE CARE OF OUR "PROBLEM" AREAS.

10. ROCK CONCERT OR SYMPHONY? I ENJOY THE SYMPHONY SINCE KIMLEIGHEL STARTED PLAYING THE CELLO.

11. WHAT IS THE WALLPAPER ON YOUR CELLPHONE? PURPLE AND BLUE WATER SPOTS

12. FAVORITE SODA? NO FAVORITES...I DON'T DRINK MUCH SODA

13. FLAVOR OF PUDDING? CHOCOLATE

14. WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE A PEDICURE OR A MANICURE? PEDICURE...I LOVE HAVING MY FEET RUBBED AND PAMPERED

15. ANY BUTTONS OR BLINKIES IN YOUR SIDEBAR? YES I HAVE THREE.  1. I LOVE COMMENTS 2. THE JOY OF FAMILY IS LIFE'S GREATEST GIFT 3. THE "B"'S BY THE PROPHET 

16. HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE ON YOUR BLOGROLL? 88 BUT I DON'T THINK THEY ARE ALL ACTIVE ANYMORE

17. WHAT’S THE LAST PIECE OF CLOTHING YOU BOUGHT? PINK POLKA DOT SWEATER

a Super Saturday

Today we had a Super Saturday with our Special Needs Group.  This year we didn't have a Production Specialist and the participants were really bummed.  They love doing a Production.  Wanda is a really good leader and came up with the idea to take the group to SLC to watch Meet the Mormon's that is being shown in the Joseph Smith Building.  Wanda and her hubby made a practice run so that she would know the exact amount of time to plan on and the times to catch the Train and Trax.  It turned out to be a great day.  It was a nice rainy day but most everyone came prepared with their umbrella's.  I brought a few extra to share and so did one of the other leaders.  I didn't hear anyone complain about the weather.  We had about 50 people show up and we had a great time.  Most leaders were over a few participants and I had Krista and Jessica.  We watched out for each other the whole time.  It was fun!

We met at the Ogden Station early in the morning.  There were only a few people that didn't show up that said they were going to. We had two people waiting for us at the Roy Station.  I was impressed that we were able to get them on with our group.  It went so smoothly.  Everyone seemed to really enjoy the train ride and even the trax when we switched.  I saw a lot of smiles.  

Even though I had already saw Meet the Mormon's it was really good to see again.  I had forgot a few of the stories and enjoyed seeing them all again.  I really like this show and think it is cool to see what Mormon's are really like and about.  Everyone should see it! ☺  After the movie we wiped away tears and hugged and went downstairs for a yummy sack lunch.  I was surprised to see the room full.  A youth group was having a Youth Conference and enjoying their lunch at the same time.  Everyone worked together so that we all fit.  There was plenty of lunch to fill everyone up.  We had extra time and so we wondered around the temple grounds a little.  There was a group dancing and so me and a few others went over to watch.  When the dance ended a Marriage Proposal happened.  She said YES and the cute couple hugged and kissed and everyone cheered!  It was fun to see!

It was a fun ride home visiting with Krista and Jessica.  These gals really are "special".  

Larry and the kids were watching a movie when I got home and so I went in to rest for a minute.  Then we went and visited our Mother's so we could enjoy our kids tomorrow on Mother's Day.  It's kind of hard getting around to our Mom's when we have the late church.  I liked visiting them today.

Fun, Full, Friday

There are advantages of being the only close gramma around.  I get to watch Sadie more often.  I adore my grands and love having them around.  Sadie is growing and is so cute.  She smiles now every once in awhile when you talk to her.  She is a sweetheart.  I love cuddling her and watching her expressions and movements.  Sadie is a wiggle one.  She likes moving her little legs and arms.  She liked looking at things and seems to pay close attention to whats going on around her.  I like telling her to tell gramma stories and watching her respond.  She will goo as if she really is.  It would be so fun to hear all the things she could tell us.  I adore being a gramma!  I adore my grands!

I got to pick Ivy up today too.  Ivy broke her wrist earlier this week on the playground and I think she is enjoying her cast and that extra attention from everyone.  I love having her over and today it was fun having my oldest and youngest grands together.  One of the nice things about having the grands is I also get to see their parents more.  I love my cute family.

Larry was asked to speak at the Priesthood Commemoration our ward was having at the park.  He invited me to go with him and so I thought I'd better.  He said he invited me in case I was bored....just going to say I can't remember the last time I was bored.  I like having alone, quiet time every now and then and I am not bored if that happens.  He had asked Shirley to share her experience of having the sacrament brought in to her when she had her knees replaced.  Kimi came along too because she didn't want to be home alone tonight.  Afterward the meeting Larry suggested us girls go get a treat.  Kimi chose Chili's and so we walked right in and sat in the lounge and was helped immediately.  I love their desserts that are so rich and full of calories.  It was fun spending a little extra time with Shirley.  I adore Shirley....she's just a wonderful friend and person.

Food 4 Thought Friday

Food 4 Thought Friday!

A little feast without the calories!!

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Food 4 Thought Friday ~ This week's questions: ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ 

   ~~~MOTHER'S DAY EDITION~~~

Breakfast ~ What name did you/do you call your mother?  If you are a mother, what do your children call you? I always called my Mother...Mom!  My kids usually just call me Mom as well but when they do call me Mommy it melts my heart.  I have been called Mommy Dearest but it was to get my attention.  My son was on his mission and he had maids until his birthday and they stopped having them.  He wrote "you got your wish mommy dearest".  I wanted my boys to do for themselves and never think that women are here to pick up after them.  That son is very helpful to his wife.  It made me laugh when he wrote that and I wished him a very Happy Birthday!
Lunch ~  What do you admire most about your own mother?  My mom is a very hard worker.  She doesn't stop.  She is also very talented and can do many things.   My mom is generous with God and others.
Dinner ~ Name a mother you admire more than any other mother (besides your own) and share why. Sharon Bagley just came to mind.  Sharon is one of those "Angel Women" here on Earth.  When I was young and living in Roy I remember a Young Women speaking of her mom.  She told how she had never heard her mom say a bad word and was always kind and patient.  She was speaking of Sharon...her mother.  Sharon has eight children and never lost it in front of her children. (that might not be completely true but to my knowledge it is) I remember hearing that she would go into her room to vent or calm down.  I always looked up to her and thought it would be wonderful if at least one of my children could say that about me.  As hard as I tried it didn't happen.  But I do know that Sharon's example made me a better mom.
Midnight Snack ~ If you are a mother, name what you feel is the hardest part of being a mother for you.  If you are not a mother, name what you think is the hardest part of being a mother from observation.  The hardest part is allowing your children their free agency.  Sometimes you know they are going in a different direction and even though you talk to them about it they get to choose and it's hard when they choose a different path than the one you would have chose for them.  When I had "little" ones I thought potty training was the worst, most frustrating thing....now I would say that wasn't a big deal at all.
Recipe of the Week ~ (instead of your recipe for life what is it just for the week?)  Celebrate Mothers!  We all have them and should be grateful for the things they have taught us... good and bad.  Mother's sacrifice so much for their kids and love them more than can be imagined.  Motherhood is a Spiritual Experience....God is their teacher and confident.  I'm so thankful that I am a Mommy...this calling in life has taught me amazing things.  I am a better person because I am a Mother!  I love the ones that call me Mom, Mommy, and even Mommy Dearest.

Woo Hoo Kimi

Kimleighel is a thinker and when she started thinking what a vacation with me and Larry would cost she made a proposal.  With the first five kids we gave them each a trip for their sixteenth birthday.  It was suppose to be a trip with just the parents and them to have that one on one time that they seldom got because they have so many siblings.  For Kimi and Jared that need isn't as strong....they get us to themsleves!  Anyway she told us that she would rather have a Cello of her own.  It's been three years and today she finally got one.  She was so happy and excited.  Kimleighel loves the Cello....it speaks to her soul.  The Cello we found was in Logan and so we stopped and had some yummy crepes on the way home at the Crepery!  We need to replace a string on the cello that sounds yucky but after that this cello should be good for Kimleighel until she decides to upgrade.  Oh Happy Day!

Sandy

Sandy was Larry's accountant for 30 years and over the years they became such good friends.  A few years ago Sandy started showing signs of Dementia and then she had a fall and experienced a few strokes.  I didn't see Sandy often but when I saw her strapped to a wheel chair it broke my heart.  Sandy was too smart and classy to be in that situation.  (those were my thoughts) 

Sandy passed away on Justin's birthday, April 30...the same day my friend Gina passed away a few years ago.  It's hard losing someone.  I wasn't around Sandy a lot over the years but she made an impact on me the times I was.  Even when Sandy was in the nursing home and her mind was all over, Sandy would find something to compliment me about.  She was so kind, smart, talented, and wonderful.

I loved watching Larry visit his friend.  Larry was able to go on the journey's with Sandy as her mind switched around.  He just went with her flow and would talk to her in her moment.  I loved seeing them joke with each other even when the times were hard.  Larry was amazing with Sandy.  Sandy loved Larry (and our family) and expressed that over the years.  She knew she could always count on Larry....and she could!  Larry was the one the family called when Sandy went to the Hospital a few weeks ago with phenomena.  Larry went to the Hospital a few times a day to be with Sandy....every day she was there.  He had the privilege of being with her along with her family for her last breath in this life.  I'm glad that Larry had that opportunity and was there to show his love and support to Sandy, Jim, Kristen and Keri.  I know they all appreciate Larry and consider him family.  They had chosen to take Sandy off her oxygen and let her go and Larry was invited to be with them. (I was attending Women's Conference~the perfect place for me to be at that time)

Larry spoke at Sandy's Service as a friend and did such a wonderful job.  It's hard knowing what to say and what others might need to hear and he was right on.  I'm glad that Sandy has graduated from this life.  She is in a better place, whole and healthy.  It won't be long before Jim follows her since he is battling cancer...it will win but he is hoping for a few more years.  These two have blessed our lives in many ways....so very thankful for the people that cross our paths!

Early Birds...

Jared has started drivers education at the school.  It starts at 6:00 am and so we have to get up earlier to make it there.  Have I mentioned how mixed up I think drivers ed is these days?  It's one of my pet peeves.  You might not want to read anymore.  It is required to have a learners permit before you can sign up for drivers education.  Drivers Education is where you learn all the things you need to know to pass the test to get a permit...or so I thought.  Now...the kids have to study on their own and with their parents so they can pass the test to get their permit.  Then you get to pay to have them go learn the things they just did because it is required that everyone take the course before you can take the driving test to get your license.  It is also required that the child drive with a parent for 6 months before getting a license.  So it makes me wonder why in the heck do they even need to take drivers education anymore...why not just let the parent teach them like they are already doing.  Oh well, sometimes things don't make sense but we are required to do them anyway...it's life.

***I went to a parents meeting with Jared a few days after this post.  It helped me to understand the logic behind this new way of doing drivers ed.  The extra time and parent involvement is to protect the kids and have them more prepared to be on the roads.  The drivers ed course educates the kids and shows them the "Reality" of important do's and don'ts.  My attitude was adjusted! ☺

I decided that since I was up I might as well go to the Temple.  I got up early and showered and the plan was to drop off Jared and then go directly to the Temple.  While we were going to the school it occurred to me that I didn't kiss my hubby goodbye.  I'm not use to leaving first in the mornings and so it isn't a habit for me like it is him.  I debated with myself....should I go home or just stop by his work after the Temple?  Since it was early and the first session wasn't until 7:00, I decided to buzz home first and give him a kiss and then go.  I think Larry was a little surprised that I came back just to kiss him goodbye!

I love our Temple and appreciate it so much since the remodel.  I probably took it for granted before but after having to drive a little further for a few years I am very grateful for it now.  We are so  blessed to have a Temple so close....in fact, we are so blessed to have so many Temples so close to us.  As I was leaving the Temple this morning I felt that same satisfaction I would coming home from the gym.  Even though it's not easy getting there it's so worth it.  I just felt so good about going and helping someone get their endowment.  In my mind I thought: "I can do this....I can take time to go to the Temple and help those on the other side of the veil."  I need to do it more and even allow a little more time in the Temple.  I know the work that goes on inside those beautiful walls is much more important than the things I let occupy my time.  I know that going to the Temple often is what I'm suppose to do....it's my season for it!