We Are Daughters of Our Heavenly Father

I was able to finally finish my Personal Progress book that I started over a year and four months ago. As a Young Women leader I wanted to earn my medallion to be an example to all of the girls especially my own girls. I was able to complete this goal before I was released. I am truly grateful for this wonderful book and the inspiring goals it helps each girl to meet. I am sad to say that I never completed my Personal Progress book when I was in Young Women many years ago. It is never too late and I am so thankful that I was able to finish. This is the brand new medallion and it has a ruby at the bottom. There are also some subtle differences to this one compared with the previous one. I know my girls want to earn their medallion and I will be there to help in any way. Our stake also gives these beautiful ceramic temples to those who earn the medallion. They come to the wards to present them. I am sad not to be apart of the Young Women Organization any more. I truly loved working with each and every one of them.

North Carolina Battleship

While at the beach we visited this awesome battleship located in Wilmington, NC. It was a very interesting attraction. Everyone loved climbing up and down inside and out of this monster of a boat.

These bunks were stacked five high. They looked very uncomfortable. A person would be very unhappy if their bunk mate had beans for dinner.

Cool propeller!

What a gorgeous day for the battleship. Good memories and happy moments created. That is what is all about.

October Beach Trip

How cool is it to swim in the ocean in October. We were able to take a long weekend and go to Holdens Beach this past weekend. It was absolutely beautiful. October is a great time for the beach here in NC.

Melanie was to sucker for being buried in the sand.It was in every crevice.

Kimberly loved the boogie board but had a hard time keeping it on her wrist.

She loved the beach more this year than last year.

Gregg was able to unwind and have fun with his girls.

Once Again A Wonderful Conference Weekend!

How I love relaxing and feeling the spirit in my own home on Conference weekend. We watched every session and Gregg got in the extra Priesthood session. I heard a common theme one of many that stood out to me. Gratitude! We do take things for granted and we need to refocus on what is really important. In the first session on Saturday Elder Holland once again gave the most amazing talk. His words hit home with me. I did love hearing from the First Presidency also. In the second session on Sunday Elder Arnold's talk was so heart felt and personal. It touched my very soul. President Monson's talk in the second session on Sunday was uplifting and wonderful. How can one not want to follow such a dedicated wonderful prophet.I will definately be rereading and marking my November issue of the Ensign. It is weekends like these I wish would go on and on. I am grateful for General Conference.