Temple on Tuesday this Week

I went to the Temple on Tuesday instead of Wednesday this week.  I did initiatory and one of the sisters told me that I was very pretty. Boy that little act of kindness sure made my day! Sometimes I don't feel pretty at all.  I've been in one of those slumps lately where I don't feel good about my outward appearance so it was really nice to hear.

I went to the Boy Scout office after the Temple because we needed more paper work before Jared can have a Board of Review.  I know if you follow my blog you might be thinking..."I thought Jared got his Eagle Scout already."  Jared has finished everything but needs more papers filled out and signed.  I don't really understand since everything is recorded already.  Oh well I got the paper and did my best to fill it out so Jared can go get the signatures he needs so he can give it to another leader so he can have is Board of Review and be done! (I've never visited the Scout Office so much)  When I was leaving the Scout office a lady behind one of the desks by the front doors took the time to compliment me.  I guess I really needed kind words today.  My heart was lifted and lighter and feeling happy because of the kind words said to me today.

I went to my mom's and cleaned her bathroom.  Mom wasn't home yet and so I waited for her.  I'm glad I waited because she wanted to go to lunch.  We went to Zuppa's and had a yummy salad and sandwich.  My mom liked my sandals I was wearing and so we went and got her a pair for Mother's Day.  I love my mom.  I appreciate all that she has done and still does for our family.  My mom is a hard worker and is quite caring.

Trichelle and the boys stopped by for a while after school and I really enjoyed visiting with them.  Just having them in the same room as me is a really nice thing.

Me and Kimleighel went up to see Parker on his birthday because he was really excited about everything when I called him earlier.  He got a few basketball hoops.  He is pretty talented and reminds me of his dad.  He was dribbling the ball without paying attention and loved shooting it.  Basketball hoops are so good for kids.  It keeps them busy.  I loved having a hoop on our house when I was growing up. I went out often just to shoot some baskets.  Natalie made a really cute cake.  (she always makes cute cakes)  Parker was thrilled with it.

There is so much JOY that comes from being a gramma.  It's a wonderful feeling to have your kids grow up and have their own kids.  It's fun seeing that all the time and effort we spend raising our kids is worth it.  I adore my cute family!

Parker is 6

This cute little guy is 6 today!  Parker Joe lights up my world.  He likes me and he will often come whisper in my ear that I am his favorite.  He might do that to everyone but it sure makes me feel good anyway.  Parker is such a cute and fun boy.  He likes doing all kind of things.  He is good at creating and building with lego's.  He likes being outside and can entertain himself for a long time.  He loves stuffed animals and asked grandpa for his blue bunny when grandpa dies. (haha)  Parker is clever and smart.  On Sunday him and Larry were playing battleship and Larry was saying some things he thought would trick Parker but Parker caught on.  He is good at keeping secrets.  When we stopped by the night before Easter, Parker watched us from his bedroom window as we made bunny prints and left surprise on the pork. He didn't tell his sisters. Parker is artistic and creative.  He's pretty good at everything.  He reminds me a lot of his dad when he was little.  There is mischief in this child which you can see just by looking at him.  He melts my heart.  What a joy Parker boy is...we all love him so much.

Game Day

Another Fun Monday!  The same group of gals showed up again today and we had a good time.  I really had a fun time because I was a winner today.  The other weeks I was not the winner and probably was the biggest loser but not today.  The others were razzing me and trying to gang up on me.  They could razz me but there was nothing they couldn't do about the cards I was drawing or got.  I had to take a picture of the score sheet because it was so unusual.  I don't know it I have ever seen anyone get this low of a score. (14)  I was the Lucky Duck today in Five Crowns and also Tenzie.  Lorrilee won at Burn the House Down.  She was the first to build a house with six children.

We really do have fun together and I like starting my week off playing games with my friends.  A few of us went to lunch after at the Olive Garden.  Kathy popped in just as everyone was leaving so we visited with her for a few minutes.  She didn't want to come to lunch with us since her daughter is home for the summer and they needed to go do some things.  I was glad that she stopped by even though she didn't come to play.  (she has an exercise class at that time that she likes...I guess she likes it better than our game day ☺)

Kamryn's Baptism

What a special day today.  Kamryn turned eight and was able to be baptized on her birthday.  Kamryn's cousin Brexton who turned eight on Sunday was baptized today as well.  These two are such good friends and it was cool that they got to baptized together.  Brexton was a gentleman and let Kamryn be baptized and confirmed before him.  I bet that made Kamryn feel extra special since Brexton is usually the first.

The spirit was strong as it always is at baptisms.  When Kevin baptized Kamryn he did it in Spanish.  It was so awesome and made me cry.  I would have cried anyway.  It was a glorious day.  Kamryn was bubbling with excitement and happiness and was running around afterwards.  She just couldn't contain herself....she's so cute.

They had a nice luncheon afterwards.  Their were lots of people there to support these two cuties.  The Dunkley, Ropelato and White families were all there as well as some ward members and the Bishops of both these children. (Kam's other grand parents were there as well)  I hope Kamryn and Brexton realize how much they are loved because they truly are.

I love Baptism's!  I know that being Baptized is the Right Thing To Do!  We are being like Jesus and Following Him when we are.  The Gospel has been restored!  Joseph Smith was the instrument in which it was.  We have Prophets today that speak to God and run His church.  We're so lucky to get the Gift of the Holy Ghost to be with us when we are baptized.  He loves us and cares about us and He will never leave us....it is us who might walk away from Him but He never leaves us.  His love for us is as unconditional as Jesus and Heavenly Father's is.  Life is Best when we Follow Jesus!

Justin and Kamryn

These two loves of my life share the same birthday.  I think it's great!  When Kamryn joined our family I believe it was Justin that she bonded with first.  Kamryn was so loud and Justin would be louder than her.  Kamryn liked Justin and his teasing.  I'm so glad that they are both ours.

 Justin has always been a mini Larry, a "Chip off the Old Block".  When he was just a little guy his mannerisms were exactly like his dads.  Justin's personality is also very much like Larry's.  He's a kind soul and tries so hard to do what's right all the time.  Justin is witty and fun and others are drawn to him.  Justin is a hard worker.  He has worked at TJ's since he was sixteen.  He is Larry's ticket to retirement. ☺ Justin is smart and kind.  I'm so proud of him.  He's a wonderful big brother and cares about everyone.  Justin is so thoughtful and would give the shirt off his back if someone needed it.  In fact, the Christmas before he went on his mission he gave all his gifts to a few of Trichelle's friends who didn't get a Christmas.  His example rubbed off on Kevin and Kevin also gave up some of his gifts. Justin is a fantastic daddy and husband.  He has always been an obedient son.  I remember so well the day I met him.  My heart was changed.  We had a daughter and a son and life was complete.  I sure do love my oldest son.

This little cutie stole my heart the first time I met her.  I am so glad that she is ours.  Kamryn is so sweet and loving.  She is smart and is good at everything she tries.  Kam tries a lot of different things.  She dances, does gymnastics, plays soccer is good at art, likes to read and I am sure I heard her say she wants to play football.  She's taking after her dad and she makes everyone proud.  Kamryn has been teased since she was born and is a good sport.  She is such a blessing to all of us. Kamryn likes her time with me and that makes my heart so happy. Kamryn is a beautiful little girl and I love her to pieces!

We Went Collecting

So sometimes when people rent Trailers from TJ Trailers they don't bring them back.  I don't know what they are thinking but Larry gets tired of it.  So, Larry decided to drive to SLC and find one that has been gone since November.  Jared and I went with him.  It was scary!  The little neighborhood just off of main and around 17 was small.  The houses were super close together and the roads were smaller than those in the Terrace where I grew up.  The first road we turned down got me scared.  There was a car in the middle of the road and one off the side.  The guys were not talking nice to each other and soon one guy was pulling another one from his car and hitting him.  We kept going but Jared was watching.  We came to a corner and there were two cars stopped even though there wasn't a stop sign...it all made me nervous!

The guy that had our Trailer was nice and polite.  He told us the trailer was in the back of his house which meant we had to go down the road behind his house.  There was no way Larry could turn around and so he backed up all the way down the street. He did as well as "Mater".  Larry asked the guy if he could come up with some $$$ for the use of the trailer and the guy was able to.  So everything worked out good.

We decided to stop and get some dinner at the Spaghetti Factory.  It was yummy as always.  It wasn't a typical Friday night but it was good.

I had this yummy dessert earlier this week with Kimleighel and even though it use to be my favorite it isn't anymore.  It is too rich and made me sick.  That's actually a nice thing.  I will cherish the memories. ☺

 Since it's cold and rainy I justify spending the day wrapped in a warm blanket and a book.

This tree makes me smile every time I drive by it.  I love the beautiful blossoms.

Terrific Thursday

Today was our last day of bowling for this season.  Next week we will bowl for fun and have a pot luck.  My team bowled the ghost team today and we won all the games.  I didn't contribute much the first two games but was a lot of help the third game.  Like we keep telling each other...it takes the whole team.  I'm glad the others are able to carry me when I am in a slump.  I feel bad when I don't do well and we lose.  The Bowling Buddies (my team) were in last place about a month ago but have worked our way up and might be about the middle now.  Seriously though, it doesn't matter to me where we stand and I wouldn't even know if my team didn't talk about it.  I figure we do our best every week and I don't really care where that puts us.  I'm taking the summer off but I hope I will be called to sub. I like subbing because then I don't have to pay. ☺

After bowling Carla and I went to the new Library.  I love our new library and now Carla does as well.  Carla checked out four big books. I returned one big book.  I couldn't find the one I saw the other day that I want to check out and so I decided that I will wait for another week since I have a few books at home to read.  I think you just might find Carla and myself hanging out at the library in the future.

We had DUP today too.  It's very enjoyable and I always enjoy learning about our pioneers.  Judy and Lisea give good lessons and make them interesting.  I believe we only have one more month of  DUP until we have a summer break.  Kathy made it today and I was happy to see her.  I moved over so she could sit between me and Carla.  I've enjoyed being a part of DUP.  It's interesting and fun being a member of this group.  We always have a yummy lunch served to us and today it was a chicken cordon blue casserole and peanut butter bars.  When we start up again in September me, Carla and Kathy will prepare the lunch.  Kathy laughed when she saw we had three of us doing the lunch and said it was because she wasn't dependable.  Kathy just never knows when she is going to feel good or not.  She struggles with migraines and never knows when they will hit, which is often.  So in a way she is right. haha ☺

I got home and was able to make my family dinner before heading to SNAP.  I lost the job I was assigned to do last week which was to get Val off the stage. (Val is blind)  Brother Smith had been helping Val and I told him he could still help Val since all I was doing was getting him off the stage.  Now I am just helping his right arm with the actions when we all sing "3 of a kind."  I"m excited for our production next week.  The participants are really excited and happy with how they are doing.

(Grandma Barbie and twins Revv & Harland)

I followed Barbie over to her daughters house after SNAP so I could see and hold Barbie's new twin grandson's.  They are so tiny and cute.  I sure love babies.  Speaking of babies we got good news on ours today.  They are both over 3 lbs and the fluid has gone down a little again.  WooHoo!  We will get to meet our twins in about 5 weeks.  I'm so excited.