A Fine Day

Today I was suppose to take Tammy G to lunch for her birthday.  She cancelled again and so it may not happen this year.  We had planned to go on her birthday and she needed to change and then last week when we were going to go my girls invited me to go with them and so we changed and rescheduled for today but she took a client and so we didn't go.  I decided to go get a pedicure since we weren't going.  I really needed a pedicure and so it was nice.  When I got home Behr was awake and cute as ever.  I love his cheesy smile....it seriously lights my heart up.  He's a fun kid to have over and pretty easy now.

Larry and I went to dinner with Carla and Roger at the same time Behr was going home. We went to LaFerrovia and saw our cute neighbors there.  I never get tired of that place. We went to Carla and Rogers after and played 5 Crowns.  Larry won both games and was pretty darn excited about it.  I lost both games but I don't care.   It was a fun day and night.

28 Already

Oh This BOY.....He brings so much joy into my life!  Braxton has always been so full of energy, mischief, and love.  He is a busy boy.  Braxton has never been one to sit around and play games or watch much tv.  This kid preferred to be outside building, creating, flipping or hunting.  He likes others peoples junk and we had plenty of it around our house while he lived here.  He made a fort out of an old bus and then actually built a few in the field.  His coolest project was camp Kaboom.  Camp Kaboom kept Braxton and his friends busy for years.  He's funny!  This kid still makes me laugh out loud.  He also still makes me roll my eyes.  Braxton has a tender soul and cares so much about others and their feelings.  He is such a thoughtful husband and daddy.  Braxton is talented and isn't afraid to try new things.  He has made some pretty cool projects.  Braxton is a go to kind of kid.  If anyone needs help they know that Braxton is the guy to call because she's such a handy man.  Braxton is a great example of goodness.  He follows Christ's footsteps rather well.  I sure do love this middle child of mine!

Some Good Things to Thing About

Gerald Rogers...the creator of Awaken posted this on face book today and gave me permission to share it.  I love everything about this.  Some good things to keep in Mind! ☺

"Do you feel like your life is in MAJOR TRANSITION right now? Are you experiencing significant CHANGE and UNCERTAINTY in at least one or more area of your life? Are you going through a MAJOR CHALLENGE that feels overwhelming to you?

If so, I felt inspired to share this message with you...

In the midst of change we often feel afraid or uncertain. When our job or at business feels at risk, we panic and stress worrying how we will provide for our family.

When relationships feel like they are breaking down and we are unsure of how to heal them, we feel helpless and hopeless doubting the future and feeling like we can't get the love we want.

When we are undergoing health challenges or illness we shut down and feel unable to keep up with the other demands of life.

But consider this...

You already know, deep down, that somehow everything will work out in time. God will provide. Love will prevail. Bodies will heal. Somehow, despite how challenging the problems seem that we face, we always emerge alive on the other side, and nearly always wiser and stringer because of it.

Perhaps when things are breaking down, it's simply God's way of realigning our life so we can receive something even better.

Perhaps these massive changes and challenges are His was of UPGRADING our lives, and most importantly UPGRADING us!

I feel like my life is in constant change and uncertainty. This is where I've learned to thrive, because this is the growth zone that lies just outside the comfort zone.

Here's some beliefs I try to remember when I'm feel overwhelmed or stressed because of the uncertainty... Try them on for yourself and see how they feel in your situation.

- Everything happens for a reason, and that reason is to lead me closer to source, and to help me grow and become more like God.

- I am infinitely supported by the Universe, and by God, and He is constantly trying to upgrade my life.

- All my stress and pain are self created, challenges may be part of this life, but suffering is optional.

- I am bigger and stronger than any obstacle I face. I will always prevail. I have everything I need to rise above this problem.

And then by remembering these things, I try to ask questions that allow me to shift from STRESS to SUCCESS...

- What's great about this?

- What am I learning?

- What do I want and what is the easiest way for me to create that now?

... Even if I don't have the answer right away, questions like this instantly shift my energy and focus and help remind me who I am and allow me to be resourceful in finding the answers and solutions I need.

So, if you feel overwhelmed by the changes you're facing in your life right now, than I just want to remind you... You've got this. You are brilliant. You are Beautiful. and You are LOVED.

your brother,

g

PS. If you're going through major change and want to learn specific tools to create a life that you love, come to the next AWAKEN... no excuses, just come. Trust me, it will change your life."

Since I'm sharing some thoughts from Gerald here's another about marriage that he shared:

"Most people get married believing a myth, that marriage is beautiful box full of all the things they have longed for; companionship, intimacy, friendship. The truth is that marriage, at the start, is an empty box. You must put something in before you can take anything out. There is no love in marriage; love is in people, and people put it into marriage. There is no romance in marriage; people have to infuse it into their marriages. A couple must learn the art, and form the habit of giving, loving, serving, praising– keeping the box full. If you take out more than you put in, the box will be empty." -J. Allan Petersen

Today Was Full

Today was Temple Day.  I really like Temple Day!  I drove by myself because I had a lot to do afterwards and didn't want to come home.  The Temple grounds are gorgeous again.  The trees have blossoms and the flowers are looking bright and cheery.  This is the part of Spring I LOVE!  I enjoyed my time in the Temple, so peaceful.  I put my pants on in the parking lot and I was off.

I had to go to Logan to pick up a microwave.  It was suppose to be like our old one so it would be easy to install. It wasn't quite exact and still took Larry and Jared a lot of time to get it in.  Sears was very close to where Denece works and so I stopped in to say "hi" to her.  She was out of her office and so I sat in her chair and when she came back I surprised her.  I visited with her while she got the meals on wheels ready for the drivers.  I love Denece and I'm glad I was able to see her for a bit today.

When I was driving to Logan, I felt like I should stop at my old hair dressers shop.  So, on the way home I did and no one was there.  I started laughing and praying and asked Heavenly Father why I had been prompted when no one was even there.  The thought "to see if you would" came to my mind.  I actually had that thought a few times and then heard it again later.  I guess since I am playing with Heavenly Father on something to see if He will come through, He thought He'd play with me to see if I would.  I'm glad I did and now I will just smile and wait for Him to.

I went to Jodi's after to wish her good luck at the Boston Marathon she is running on Monday.  I took her a Crunchie Candy Bar because she loves them as much as I do.  I'm excited for her and I know this is going to be a wonderful memory for her.  She has trained so hard and has accomplished so much.  She's a very determined gal and will do great.  I reminded her to think positive and chase the doubts away.  I will be cheering for her at home.  I ordered a "team Jodi" shirt like the sista's that are going so that I could be present in Spirit and still feel a part of the team!  I'm so proud of Jodi!

When I got back to Roy instead of going home I got a car wash and went to the Pharmacy to get Larry's meds.  I had to wait because the doctor hadn't called back from earlier this week.  Then I met Mallory and Kathy for lunch to continue celebrating Kathy's birthday.  I laugh when I look at our picture...I use to be as tall as Kathy. (I'm shrinking)  I just visited with my friends today.  I love our visits and the insight these friends give me.When I was telling them about my experience of "feeling" like I was suppose to stop and see an old friend and that no one was there, Kathy said "maybe, it was just to see if you would." (pretty sure that was my test today)  They're so awesome and smart.

When Larry got home I hurried and cut his hair and then we took Kelsi and Braxton to dinner for their birthdays.  They chose Village Inn because it is free pie Wednesday.  I think Braxton was wishing he would have chose a different place because his tummy got quite upset.  I'm thankful for these two kids and I'm glad they were born and that we get to celebrate them.  They're so cute and fun....I love them!

Tuesday Happenings

I got up and decided to make me some fresh Orange Juice for breakfast....it's so yummy!   I really needed to go visiting teaching before Easter but hadn't made appointments and figured today would be the best day to do it. I had thought about texting my sisters but changed my mind and chose to take my chance instead.  (I didn't want to be told no) I had cute little pails with Treats for my sisters and for my visiting teacher who also came today.   I was able to catch my sisters and at least say "hi". I really love the ladies I get to visit...they are pretty great!  I adore my visiting teacher too..she's awesome!

The insurance gal called to check on me to see how my blood pressure is and to make sure I am exercising.  I decided to cut back on my soda this month...my new goal.  My blood pressure is actually pretty low in the morning but still in range according to the machine we have. It was a quick visit.  

When I was walking Ruth (my visiting teacher) out to her car I noticed a nice little nest in our courtyard with seven eggs in it.  I know for certain it was not there on Sunday when we had our Easter Egg Hunt.  The mamma didn't show up until dark to sit on them.  I decided to spray the weeds around my yard and sprinkle preen and while I was doing that Larry called to let me know that Kimi's car had stopped and that I needed to go rescue her.  It was actually time for me to go get my hair done so I was a little late for that.  It worked out okay though because Dana was going to have to run to the junior high to take her son his track shoes but Kimi did it for her.

I went home and did my hair and then me and my kids went and got some pizza on our way to Mya's piano recital.  I had to miss last year because of SNAP.  Mya has improved so much and I really enjoyed the recital.

It was a fun filled day.

If We Were a Painting

Family Easter Egg Hunt

Today was the week all our kids come for dinner and so we decided to have our family Easter Egg hunt and dinner.  We kept it simple....I like simple!  I totally forgot to take a picture of the yummy desserts Natalie brought and it's because they were on another counter and there was a lot going on.  I also forgot to slice some oranges that I was going to since I have a case of them. (cRazY eYeS)  Everyone brought something for our dinner which is really nice because it's a little crazy trying to hide all those eggs.

We thought it might be too cold outside for the littlest grands and so we hid some for them in the piano room.  (it wasn't too cold) Everyone got to hunt outside and this year we didn't have areas for them...it was a free for all!

I enjoy running around with the camera trying to capture the fun.  This activity with our kids and grands makes my heart smile.  I love it!

While the grands were playing and it was mostly adults gathered together chatting we discussed Easter.  We talked about the events leading up to Christs crucifixion, His atonement and the Resurrection.  This is seriously the biggest thing that has ever happened and I do think that quite often it is overlooked and not focused on as much as it maybe should be.  We encouraged our kids to teach their little ones.  I remember when I was little and just knew that Easter was a scared holiday.  My family didn't talk about the real reasons but I must of learned in Church because I knew.  I hope that my kids and grands will also just know.

I cherish our family time and the traditions that we have.  I love these people so much.  They really are my favorite!