Friday, February 20, 2009

Something to remember....

The Daily Gem I got in my email today was one I wanted to share because it's so important to remember. (and I usually forget)

Time for Each Other

"We live in a world that is filled with options. If we are not careful, we will find every minute jammed with social events, classes, exercise time, book clubs, scrapbooking, Church callings, music, sports, the Internet, and our favorite TV shows. One mother told me of a time that her children had 29 scheduled commitments every week: music lessons, scouts, dance, Little League, day camps, soccer, art, and so forth. She felt like a taxi driver. Finally, she called a family meeting and announced, 'Something has to go; we have no time to ourselves and no time for each other.' Families need unstructured time when relationships can deepen and real parenting can take place. Take time to listen, to laugh, and to play together."

M. Russell Ballard, "Daughters of God," Ensign, May 2008, 109-110

Topics: Children, Family, Motherhood

Friday, February 13, 2009

Ode to a Butterfly

1. Put your music library on shuffle.

2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.

3. YOU MUST WRITE THAT SONG TITLE DOWN NO MATTER HOW SILLY IT SOUNDS!

4. Tag 10 friends who might enjoy doing this. Post a comment on their blog that says "You've been tagged! See my blog for details."

1) IF SOMEONE SAYS, "IS THIS OKAY," YOU SAY? Beautiful Savior

2) WHAT WOULD BEST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY? Truly Madly Deeply

3) WHAT DO YOU LIKE IN A GUY/GIRL? I will remember you

4)HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY? Semi-Charmed Life

5) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE? Pilgrim's Hymn

6) WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO? I'll Melt with You

7) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR PARENTS? We Might as Well Be Strangers (so not true!)

8) WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT VERY OFTEN? It's all right

9) WHAT IS 2+2? Let's Never Stop Falling in Love

10) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BEST FRIEND? Sunshine

11) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PERSON YOU LIKE? With or without you

12) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY? Nod your head

13) WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP? Come away with me

14) WHAT DO YOU THINK WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE? He is the Way

15) WHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU? In Paradisum

16) WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING? The Bird and the Worm

17) WHAT WILL THEY PLAY AT YOUR FUNERAL? Consider the Lilies (too funny!)

18) WHAT IS YOUR HOBBY/INTEREST? My Shepherd Will Supply My Need

19) WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SECRET? So Young

20) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR FRIENDS? Used to Love her (nice, whatever)

21) WHAT WILL YOU POST THIS AS? Ode to a Butterfly

I was surprised how many of these were accurate. Too funny!

I tag: Emily, Liz M., Joy, Andee, Megan, Angela P., Brandee, Allison, Holly, Eli&Angela.

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Happy Birthday Shelly!

So Shelly's birthday was actually yesterday but since I was with her (and not the computer) I couldn't post about it until today. We went down to Cedar this weekend and had a good visit. The trip started out bad because Eldon was at the school working on his classroom and sub notes for Friday until 10:30 Thursday night. (and I wasn't too happy about basically driving around with the kids for 3 hours waiting). But we got to Cedar okay and got a couple hours of sleep.

Eldon went down to UMEA Friday morning and I stayed home and spent the morning visiting with my Dad which I really enjoyed. I love talking politics with him. And really, every time I am with my father I learn something new about him and about life. I am so lucky to have him in my life and as an example and patiarch in my life. Then I went shopping with my Mom in the afternoon (and sweet Shelly took my kids). We had a fun time talking and being silly. After this weekend I realize how much I miss my parents and wish I was closer to them so I could see them more often.

That evening Eldon and Aaron came up from the conference and we had a family birthday party for Shelly. I did most of the cooking (although my Dad made these amazing bbq wings) and by the end of the day I really could barely keep my eyes open. It was ridiculous. It was fun for us all to be together, though, and I think Shelly had fun.

On Saturday Shelly and I went down separately to St. George and went to a Music Conference for Early Childhood Educators. It was really fun and I learned a lot of cool things that I want to use with my kids, my preschool and my piano and voice students. And it was so fun going to it with Shelly who is thinking about opening her own preschool. After the conference I treated her to Red Lobster because her boyfriend can't eat seafood and she's always wanted to eat there. Then we went to the mall and did some shopping before I took her back to Cedar for her b-day party with her friends. I wanted to take a picture of us on her bday and even brought my camera but still forgot! Dumb! We have like no pictures together.

I stayed up a little too late with my Mom again last night and then we came home today. Overall, a very nice weekend and for once I'm not more tired after than before. Probably because Eldon (begrudgingly) let me sleep in this morning. I hope all of you are doing well, sorry no pictures this time, I just forgot. Good night!

Sunday, February 1, 2009

Sickness and Snuggles



This last Wednesday pretty much out of the blue Isaac got a fever and was really whiny and had a cough and just wanted to be held. Luckily his cold has already passed but I managed to snap a couple of shots while he was all snuggled up on the couch with daddy. He had to have his blankie and the little boy doll. It was so stinkin cute! (kinda looks like Daddy's sick too, huh?)


Here he is making a face because Mommy is taking a picture. It's so sad when my kids are sick but I also love love love when they are all snuggly.



Here's my wild little man who didn't get sick at all and ran around the house like a crazy kid like usual. He got this little dump truck from Grandma and Grandpa M for Christmas and he spends most the day running around the house with it. That's also where he keeps his snacks, drink and horde of toys. He didn't appreciate that I was just taking pictures of Issac so he can up to me and gave me a grin while saying something that sounded a lot like cheese!





And here is my sweet Ethan. (sorry about the blurry picture) He is now missing his two front teeth! He is still adorable to me but is definitely in a bit of an awkward stage. He is loving scouts and piano lessons!


I thought I had a picture of Andrew on my camera too but I guess not. That's our update for now! Hope all of you are well and happy!