Roses

These were left by my door today!  They are Larry's way of saying, "I Love You" and "I'm Sorry"!  I think they are beautiful and I think Larry is truly the Best!

My Thought

So Saturday I thought my battery in my car had died.  I had gone to a few of the grands soccer games and then before heading home I took Ivy to Swigs to get a drink and some cookies.  Ivy had won some free coupons for Swigs and so I was more than happy to take her, since I really like a little treat from there every now and then.  I got back in my car to go and turned the switch and absolutely nothing happened.  No click, no noise, just nothing.  I called Larry and since he wasn't able to leave work I called his dad. (times like this I'm so glad we still have gramps...and I miss my dad more)  Anyway, while he was coming I decided to pop the hood so that others would know why I was saving the spot next to me. While I had the hood open I looked at the battery. One of the knobs had a cover and when I lifted it up I noticed that a cable wasn't all the way down over the battery like it probably should be.  When dad got there he noticed that too and said that might just be the problem...it was!  I didn't need jumped...the cable just needed to be pressed down and tightened.

I got thinking.....Life is like the battery sometimes.  We feel empty and dead inside.  We might even question are purpose in life and think that there isn't any.  I was talking with a family member who thought just that.  I couldn't believe this person felt that way since.  They have so much going for them....is good at so many things.....attracts people like a magnet.....is such a hard worker....the envy of many!  I felt sad for this person and thought "their cable needs tightened".  Satan is good at slowly loosening our cables and making us think we are worthless.  The dude is a jerk!  Look around and start counting your blessings when you start feeling this way.  Plan things in your life if you aren't having fun.  You are the one that makes it fun...it really is up to each of us and not others to do that for us.  It's going to happen....your cable is going to jiggle a bit and you are going to notice it.  Don't quit but rather tighten the cable or ask someone to help you tighten it back on.  Being Grateful and Counting our Blessings energizes our own batteries...serving others gives it a good jump too.  Your choice though....it's always up to us individually with the Help of the Lord (never forget to ask Him for help) to keep our batteries full and charged.

The Diary of Anne Frank

Tonight I went to the Play with my "Playing" friends.  We went to The Blue Lemon before and the place was packed.  Tonight was Women's Conference and there were a lot of gals eating out before the session.  I didn't feel bad for missing because I don't mind watching it on the computer.  Isaac got to join us tonight because he needed to watch a play for his choir class.  He was the only guy in the restaurant that didn't work there.  He's a good sport and such a fun kid.

The play was interesting and well done.  I think it's time for me to get the book again and read it.  I'm sure I read it in High School but probably didn't pay to close of attention to what I was reading because I couldn't remember much.

Much of the fun is all the talking we do on the way down and back.  At some point tonight Natalie told me that she has been thinking about writing me a Thank You.  I guess one time Natalie mentioned how she doesn't like her picture taken because of her eyes and I told her she had "smiley" eyes and they were cute.  That meant a lot to her and she has felt better about her eyes ever since.  I'm glad I was able to brighten her life a little.  By Natalie telling me that I had it also brightened mine.  The drive home we talked about Ghosts and Angels.  We were home before we knew it and I was feeling good.

I came home to a tent set up in my piano room.  Larry and Jared went and bought a big tent for deer hunting and set it up so they would know it went before they got to where they are going hunt.  I wish I would have taken a picture but I think it was too late to think about it.

Book Club

Today we had Book Club!  I always enjoy Book Club even if we don't read that much.  I really enjoy getting together with these ladies.  They are all such good friends and it's so nice to have Loretta back from her mission.  We always seem to have more things going on and so we only get to chat for a few hours.  We do a lot of chatting.  We do spend a few minutes talking about the books we've read and sharing if others want.  I think I had read the most since last time and Susan borrowed one of my books.  A cute little lady stopped at our table and told us of a couple of books that she has read and I ordered one of them before she even left our table.  I was planning on going to Kevin's football game right after but ended up visiting with Suzie for quite awhile in the parking lot.  I did go to the game and got there just before half time and then I decided not to stay very long since it was so hot and I had forgot a chair.  I really wanted to be home and get some dinner ready before Larry got home too.  I sure enjoy all my little groups of friends....they are so much fun!

Food For Thought Friday

Food 4 Thought Friday!

A little feast without the calories!!

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Breakfast ~ If you could speak face to face with the Savior for a few minutes, what would you ask Him? first thought that came to me was "Am I doing enough...am I good enough....what is Your plan for me?"

Lunch ~ What is the longest line you have ever stood in? not sure what one was the longest but a few long lines I have stood in are.....lines at Lagoon, Disneyland or Disney World.  Waiting to get in to the Rosie O'Donnell show. (I didn't get in)  I did get in to the Jay Leno show once and even though I was the third in line we waited in it all day to get in. (we did get in to that show) I remember standing in a long line in Italy and I think it was to see the Statue of David.  Airport lines are long and so are some lines getting on or off a cruise ship. 

Dinner ~ How do you act or react when you are upset? I either can't stop my mouth or I cry.  I'm one that lets my feelings out most of the time but I am getting better about the volume of my expressions....I usually end in tears at some point.

Midnight Snack ~ What is in your purse right now? (If you don't own a purse, what is in your car glove box?) My purse is small but big enough to carry my phone.  That's why I even have a small purse now is to carry my phone.  I can also find lip gloss, keys, credit cards, air freshener, and a small camera in it.  My glove box has a little bag with my pictures and check book in it and the books that came with my car.

Recipe of the Week ~ (instead of your recipe for life what is it just for the week?) Take Time for YOU every now and then!  Do something that makes you happy and fills your bucket so that you are able to carry on with everything you need to do.

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Bear Lake with Friends

 

I love girl time and will go with friends as often as I can.  Larry is always good to let me go however I had the feeling that this time he wasn't so thrilled. (maybe just me thinking that)  I'm not sure what's on his mind or plate but I might have an idea....just not sure. (our communication could be so much better...never a strong point for us)  I decided to just have fun and enjoy the positive energy from my friends...my bucket needed a little filling.  Boy did it get full...I came home much happier than when I left.  On the way to the condo we saw this Giant Minion!  I pulled over because  it SHOUTED..Kodak Moment all over it!  Mr. "R" made us smile and laugh.  The farmer came home on his tractor and waved and then got in his truck and waved again at us.  I suspect people stop often to get pictures with this guy.  The sky was beautiful with the sun shining down...so peaceful.  

On the way up we stopped at Fredrico's  to eat.  I love their Ham Salad and it was as yummy as I remember it.  The one collage has a little bit of our story all in one.  We played a lot and even got dumped off a bench...well at least Kathy and I were dumped.  I'm really not sure how Jodi stayed on but she did.  It was hilarious and I seriously laughed so hard my face was hurting.  A moose walked through the playground outside the condo but we missed it and got a picture from a lady.  We were right there but not looking out...darn...we would have loved to see it.  We got lots of photo's and took advantage of every photo opportunity and even got creative on how to hold the phone/camera.  It was so much fun.  Monday night we watched the new Cinderella.  Kimleighel bought it so that we could watch it.  We loved it! We visited a lot.  I'm thankful that I was able to talk about some things bugging me...I'm thankful for the support my friends are to me!

Tuesday morning we got up and decided to go to breakfast.  Jodi needed to get in a run and so she took off for the Restaurant while Kathy and I got ready.  We got there about the same time and just before they stopped serving breakfast.  It was fun seeing the "older" people there...and there were quite a few.  Before we left three older ladies came in just a smiling and I thought "that will be us in a few (20) years.  A gentleman joined them and I doubt that will happen with us...but ...who knows? 

After breakfast we played around with some toys and the gal waiting for something was kind enough to be our photographer.  I think she enjoyed us as much as we did.  (that's what I meant to say) We think we are funny and do enjoy ourselves.  After Jodi showered and cleaned up we walked out to the beach.  That's when we found out we were about an hour late seeing the Moose.  We had a blast taking pictures.  I like our little set up for the camera.  It worked pretty good but a guy that was close by finally walked over and offered to help us out.  We got his picture too but I didn't feel like posting it.

On the way back to the condo we did some swinging....Kathy took those pictures.  It was fun but it was also hot and I was ready to find some shade.  I do not do well in the sun for very long.  Even as a child I'd get sick and weak if I was in the sun for too long.  It drains me and I was feeling it.  I went back to the condo and got me some water and sat outside in the shade.  It was peaceful and nice.  Kathy and Jodi went to find the lady with the picture of the Moose.

 Part of our plan while at Bear Lake was to crochet around burpies.  We were able to get quite a few done.  We listened to the Bee Gee's while we acted like "grannies"...."glamorous grannies".  I was pretty pleased with all we got done.

We decided to go to dinner at Cafe Sabor.  There isn't much open this time of year in Bear Lake.  Because it isn't always busy at this time of year this place didn't have much help.  One guy was doing everything and he was busy.  Of course it didn't matter to us because we weren't in a hurry.  We went back and watched "The Fault in Our Stars" while we continued crocheting.  It was a really good show.  Another fun part about getting away is actually watching a movie.  I seldom take the time at home because there are so many other things I think I should be doing.  After the show Jodi and Kathy kept asking "Siri" funny questions.  We are easily entertained and laughed a lot.  I didn't use my phone much because my provider stinks and I don't get reception in Bear Lake or Hawaii. (yes...I will be changing that)

Those few days went fast.  In fact they went faster than getting ready to leave did. (j/k)  We were sitting around chatting when I thought it would be a good idea to get ready first and then play games or whatever before we needed to leave.  It was 10:00 when I suggested that.  Kathy decided not to shower since it takes her hours to get ready when she does.  (it still took her hours...not sure why)  Jodi and I were cleaning the condo while Kathy got ready and then Kathy came out and cleaned it more....even going over what we had done.  So by the time everything was done it was the time that I wanted to leave. I really thought we would have an hour or so to play games. I knew we were going to make a few stops and I wanted to be home in time to make dinner before Larry got home.  It's a good thing I did because that was the first words out of Kimleighel's mouth..."what's for dinner". (I hate that!)

We took time to look for four leaf clovers and it didn't take long at all for Jodi to find one!  Then we went to the lighthouse for some pictures because Jodi loves lighthouses.  For the ride home we stopped at Chevron to get a raspberry shake to share.  They really do have the best!  Thank goodness we all wanted some water afterwards because that is when Kathy realized that she didn't have her cooler.  It was still sitting on the counter in the condo. haha ☺  Turning around at this point was no big deal at all and I thought it was funny. (good thing our heads are attached)

The drive home was beautiful.  The leaves had changed colors in those two days.  We were ewwing and awwing all the way through the canyon.  It was the perfect ending of our fun get away.  I love, love, love the fall leaves!

We talked about starting an Annual Gratitude Glam-ma Tea Party.  We made plans of dressing up and what to serve.  To get everyone little gloves to wear and to have Gratitude Journals to write down the good things in our lives.  I thought it would be nice to have little cards to write nice things about everyone who comes.   We also talked about how important it is to smile. ☺  Jodi told us a story about a guy who decided to smile at every single person he saw....you just never know who will be affected by it.  One guy had been thinking about taking his life.  He had also prayed and told God that if just one person acknowledged his presence then he wouldn't.  A smile is so magical that is can actually save another person's life.  I'm all for smiling...Smiling really is my Favorite!

My computer was ready to pick up and so I did on the way home.  I was home in time to make dinner which was appreciated I'm sure.  My "bucket" was fuller than when I left and I was feeling good!  It really is important to take time for yourself no matter how you do it.

Another Baby to Love On

Behrenger came to our house today!  Kimleighel is tending for Trichelle and she shared with me.  I love kissing on little ones...they are so sweet and cute and lovable. Babies are wonderful!