kids over and snap

Kimi decided that she would rather have the kids spend the night at our house than to wake up early to go tend them.  They all liked that idea a lot.  It's always fun having them over.  Kimi takes such good care of them.

I like any time that the grands come over.  They grow up so fast and it's nice when I get to see them a few times a week which doesn't happen all the time.

I went bowling and then after bowling I went and got Larry's truck so that I could go pick up a few chairs to add to our family room.   I like the new chairs. They are colorful and comfy and are just right for our room.

The kids enjoyed playing in the boxes.  It's funny how a big box can be so much fun.  We ended with 3 big boxes because Jared got him a rocking chair for his room.

I was planning on driving to SNAP and picking Barbie and her girls up to go with me.  I had text Barbie and let her know that was my plan.  I was surprised when I was helping Trichelle get the kids in the car and saw Barbie drive in.  She did have Karleigh and Ayzlee with her which was great and I told her that I could still drive but instead I ended up going with them.  (good thing)

We got a little further in our production and everyone is catching on really good.  I can't help but smile and laugh every now and then while I watch them.  These people love dancing and singing.  It's so much fun to be a part of this.

I was planning on taking Nicki home since I always do but I had a few more kids tell me they needed a ride home.  There is no way I could have helped them out if I would have drove my car like I was planning on.  It's a good thing I didn't read Barbie's text all the way through when I replied "Yes" when she asked if I wanted her to drive.  I seriously thought she asked if I would have room for her two extra's.  Any way I think it was meant to be to have Barbie drive so we could taxi a few more kids home.  Sadie didn't have a ride until 10:00 which is so strange that they just expected someone else to take her home without checking before they dropped her off. It worked out though and everyone got home safely.

Want to Get Lunch

Kimleighel is only tending the kids a few days a week now because Trichelle is going to work from home the other days....or that is the plan for now.  Anyway she was bored and we decided that we would go get some lunch.

Earlier Kimleighel had messaged her friend Derek to see what his plans were for the day since he didn't have school.  She was even brave enough to put that she had the day off too. (she added "ha ha")  I was nervous for his response and I was really hoping he would respond.  I hadn't met Derek but hear a lot about him.  We knew he was planning on exercising and was really hoping that was why he hadn't responded to Kimi.  We decided to go to lunch anyway instead of waiting for his reply.  About the time we both felt full, Derek replied to Kimi...."want to get some lunch".  We laughed and Kimleighel replied with "sure.".  When he asked how much time she needed to get ready she said 15 minutes since that's how long it would take us to get home. ☺

Derek picked Kimleighel up on time and they went to Zuppa's and Kimi ordered soup/sandwich and was able to eat the soup but then fessed up why she couldn't eat the sandwich.  I'm  glad that her "bravery" paid off and I really hope that Derek will take her out again.  I did meet him when he picked Kimi up and he seems like a really nice guy.  Fun times and hard times squished together!

Library Day

I went to the Dentist with Jared this morning and was planning on going back this afternoon for my appointment but when we got there, Nate told me that he could fix my tooth right then because someone had just cancelled and he wasn't busy.  Woo Hoo...lucky me!  He can get me done faster because I don't like having Novocaine.  Novocaine makes me weak and sick so I just have my teeth fixed without anything.  I wonder why people do get numbed...the shot hurts worse than anything I have experienced.  Anyway....I was glad I didn't have to go back and was done.

 It's spring break this week for our kids and Kimi brought the grands over for breakfast.  I told them about the new Library and suggested we go there.  I mentioned that we might learn new things because there was so much to do at the Library.  Zaden quickly said "it's spring break, we don't need to learn."  Funny Kid!  We went  to the Library anyway and Ivy taught me how to move my files from my computer to an online site so I can work on Jared's book any where.  She's a smartie.  These kids amaze me.  They know so much and it's just their norm.  I love our new Library!

I copied this cute picture of Behreneger from Trichelle's instagram.  He is growing up so fast and is so stinking handsome!

Larry sent me roses....no reason, other than he loves me so much!  I love him so much too!  I believe we have each other wrapped around our finger.

Conference

I love Conference Weekend!  I am thrilled that Kimleighel was excited to listen to all the sessions with me.  She was so anxious to hear the words of our leaders.  So fun seeing our kids grow up and turning out good in spite of our errors.  I loved all the talks and felt like there were a few that mentioned being truly converted....having our faith challenged so that we know for sure why we are doing what we do and why.  I know that wasn't any of the topics but heard it a few times.  I think that we all need to be truly converted at some point or challenged so we absolutely know we have made the right choice in being members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Mine happened a few years ago and I'm glad it did. I also noticed a lot was said about the Temple...it's the place to be! I love listening to all the speakers and feeling the spirit and being prompted of what I need to do to better my life.

I love that my boys go to the Priesthood Session together and that some of my grands and their mommy's come to visit me during that time.  Natalie and her kids came this year and we played a few games and Natalie and I visited.  I love visiting with my girls.  Friday night I had that pleasure with Kelsi.  I learn a lot from these cute young mothers and they enrich my life and strengthen my testimony.

It's a tradition that we go to LaFerrovia with the entire family after the Priesthood session on Saturday.  I call in our order and so we don't have to wait and it helps the restaurant since they get a few big groups.  We missed Ivy and Zaden since they were enjoying their daddy's.

I always enjoy seeing my kids and grands visit and enjoy each other.  The grands usually end up under the table playing.  Kamryn brought her pizza making toys and they gathered there after they ate.  Some ice water had got spilled on Larry's lap when Jordyn was handed to him across the table and before long I felt cold on my leg and noticed that the grands were putting ice on me.  I was holding Behr and didn't notice right away.  The grands thought that was so funny....I did too!

(I love and sustain these men)

I loved listening to our cute Prophet, President Monson first thing this Sunday morning.  I was 3 when he was called to be an apostle and I have many memories of him speaking to us at conferences.  I have always loved listening to him.  He's a great man and wonderful speaker.  He talked about Choices today.  Every choice we make should lead us closer to our Heavenly Father. He truly is a Prophet of God.

Elder Holland finished the conference expressing his love for all of us along with the other disciples.  He is a powerful speaker and his talk was the perfect one to end this conference. "Keep loving, keep trying, keep trusting, keep believing, keep going.  Heaven is cheering you on today, tomorrow and forever."

We are so blessed to have a Prophet and Apostles guiding and directing us.  I love being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  I'm a better person because of it!

from the Priesthood Session ☺

Celebrating Barbie

Today I took Barbie to lunch for her birthday which was yesterday.  We went to So Delicious in Roy for Sushi. It really was so delicious.  We got a Monster and Mango Roll to share.  Yummmy!  I loved the salad dressing too....oh my word....so delicious! ☺

I love this girl!  I've known barbie for over 18 years but the last few years we have become friends!  I admire Barbie and all she does.  Barbie is such a family oriented gal.  Her best friends are her cute family and sisters.  She is always doing something with and for them.  I'm glad that her girls and family spoiled her for her birthday because she surely deserves it.

After lunch we checked out the New Roy Library and when I went to take a picture of Barbie I noticed Tammy G in the background.  I went over to Tammy and sat down next to her and when she hadn't noticed I rolled my chair right by hers and bumped my shoulder into hers.  I am really glad she didn't scream when she jumped and turned to look to see who bumped her and there my face was so close to hers. ☺ haha it was funny!  I knew I might see Tammy at the Library because she has a few "offices" and this new library is one of them.

When Barbie was called to be my counselor in SNAP she was so nervous and afraid she wouldn't be able to really like it. But, Barbie is a natural and loved those people from the very first night.  She didn't hold back and she knows them all so well and is such a wonderful leader.  I'm so glad Heavenly Father chose her to work with me.  In this calling the different Stakes choose someone for each position in the Special Needs Mutual Program.  I was thrilled beyond measure when I heard Barbie was called to serve with me.  Barbie's a keeper!  I'm so thankful for this friend of mine!

Food 4 Thought Friday

Food 4 Thought Friday! 

A little feast without the calories!! 

Feel free to play along for some yummy fun!  Go HERE to JOIN IN!!! 

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Breakfast ~ If you had to enter a competition for the "Most Uselessly Unique Talent", what would your talent be? I'd say my multi-tasking skills.  I can work hard all day and accomplish very little.  I go into a room for something and get distracted and start doing something else before I remember what I was originally doing.  Often I feel like a chicken with it's head cut off.....(seriously where did that phrase come from?  like anyone knows what a chicken with it's head cut off feels like) ☺

Lunch ~ What do you think is the best feeling in the world? Holding a new born baby in my arms!  It's physical as well as spiritual! (the "s" thing did come to my mind ☺)

Dinner ~ Can you comfortably eat in a restaurant by yourself? I would not be able to do that ... not even fast food. Go to a movie?  I have done that before during the day when there was hardly anyone around.  No one knows if you are saving a place for someone and people don't usually pay attention to others when they are at the movie.

Midnight Snack ~ What punctuation mark best describes your personality and why? "!" Exclamation Point !!!  Everything is important to me!!!

Recipe for the Week ~ (instead of your recipe for life, what is it just for the week?) Happiness is an Inside Job! We're All Responsible For Our Own Happiness! Even in the most trying times we have the power in us to still Be Happy! 

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The Best Nanny

Kimleighel is the Best Aunt and Nanny!  Kimi loves these little ones so much and is so good with them.  Every other Thursday she gets to watch Sadie for a few hours too.  I enjoy watching Kimi with her cute nieces and nephews.  Kimi loves babies like I love babies.  I'm happy that she brings them to our house so I can see them before I go bowling.  They are all so cute!