Strange Feelings

This morning I took Caroline, Melanie, and Hannah to school for the first time in two years. I had homeschooled all three one year and then just Caroline last year. I thought that it would be quite simple, but I was wrong. It is way too quiet around here. I miss them all and wish they were here. As a mother I need that constant noise of four sweet children around me. Yes, I know what am I thinking! Well by 3:30 the noise will return and all will be right in the world. I will quickly get used to the peace and quiet eventually but not all the way. Kimberly keeps me very busy with her inquisitive mind. I sure do love my children!

My Favorite Tree

This is a picture of my most favorite tree in the world. When I was a small child I would climb it as high as I could possibly go. It is special to me because it is at my grandma's house. Each time I would visit grandma my brothers and I would go out back to climb this tree. Grandma has been gone for 12 years, but this old tree is still there. My girls seem to like it also. What a great memory things like this old tree can hold.

No More Facebook!

Well ,I decided this morning to deactivate my account on Facebook. I have been struggling whether or not to go through with it. I have come to the conclusion that even though it is great to connect and talk with all of your friends and family that it can be quite addicting. I found myself logging on to Facebook many times a day and spending too much idle time reading and responding. My husband came home from a priesthood meeting several weeks ago and told me that President Catlett had warned against the use of Facebook and other things of this nature. I started to pay closer attention to myself and the amount of time I was on Facebook. It was very alarming. I had sudden urges to go and check my Facebook account all of the time (this is called an addiciton NOT GOOD). I feel that I need to spend more time doing useful things like reading my scriptures, the Ensign, focusing on my calling, and most of all spending quality time with my kids. I also came to the conclusion that my blog is a great way to connect with others. I usually post something twice a month not twice a day. I know that President Catlett is a man of God and I should follow his council. I will be a better person for it. I felt that I needed to post my concerns with Facebook to any of you out there that might be experiencing the same things.

Fireplace by Gregg

I wanted to post this to show the creativeness that my husband has. He wanted a place for DVDs so he built cubbies on both sides. The TV and other components will set on top of the mantle. Soon we want to put marble around the insert. No entertainment center to take up space in the room is great. The house is still a work in progress. Hopefully SOON!

OH HAPPY DAY!!

Well , I wanted to post good news for those of you who knew of my husband's job situation! He finally found a full time job. He will continue to do some things on the side to supplement his income. It looks like we will be able to get into our house. A ll I have to say is prayer is an amazing and wonderful thing. It has been about 6 months of praying, fasting, and having great faith. I am indeed grateful to my Father in Heaven as well as my Savior for all of the wonderful blessings that we have received during this period of time. Thanks to all who continued to pray for our family because your prayers have been answered. I appreciate all of the words of wisdom as well.

Birthday Fun!!

We enjoyed a surprise birthday party for my mom this weekend. All of my siblings were there except for my brother Roy who is in Kuwait. We had it at wonderful place called Hibachi Grill. I even made my mom a gluten free birthday cake. My mom cannot eat anything with gluten for those of you who do not know her. It was a lovely evening and I know she was surprised! I love my mom very much and am grateful to her for all that she has taught my throughout my life. She is a wonderful example to my family!

Believe it or not I am the oldest sibling in my family.

This is my mom and Aunt Elaine. They are fraternal twins so you guessed it was her birthday too.

My Best Friend

This is my best friend. A person who knows me better than I know myself. Gregg is a very giving, loving,patient, and trusting person. He always knows how to make you smile. He is the positive one in our relationship and also my rock. It has been a wonderful 15 years of marriage and I hope we will have a terrific 15 more. I love him more now than ever because we share that special eternal bond that cannot be broken. I am excited to be able to be with him throughout all eternity.

Gregg is the best father in the world. His kids think he walks on water.

Gregg never forgets how to have fun.

He loves all of his girls, also.

Gregg will always be a hard worker and good provider for his family. He always amazes me how he can fix just about anything.


Happy Anniversary My Only True Love!!! You are my best friend and I love you forever!!