Pay It Forward!

One of my dear friends had this on her blog. I wanted to support her in her desire to help others. So...I signed up! Here is how it works. Because I signed up with my friend she now has 365 days to make me a homemade gift and send it to me. I now return the love by doing the same thing for three people. So, if you are interested in participating leave me a comment and I will put you on my pay it forward list. If you sign up under me you will receive a handmade gift from yours truly within 365 days! You then do the same thing for three people. Sounds like a great way to spread some sunshine in the lives of others.

Obsessed?

Take the Quiz and Share Your Results!

Ok...I know I am obsessed. A friend of mine had this quiz on her blog and I just couldn't resist. I think that I need to go to Twilighters rehab! HA, HA, HA! Thanks Tiff!!!

A Day Outdoors

The weather has been so beautiful lately that we just could not spend our day off from work and school indoors. So...we loaded up the kids, packed a picnic and headed for Usery Mountain Regional Park. We spent a couple of hours hiking the Wind Cave trail. The kids enjoyed a little exercise and Matt and I enjoyed wearing them out! The view of the city was breathtaking and the sunshine magnificent! After our hike we drove the kids to Blue Point on the Salt River. We had a windy picnic and then spent time playing in the river. The only complaint from the kids is that we didn't bring their swimsuits. Who knew it would be warm enough in January to swim in the river!!

New Calling

Last Sunday I was sustained as the new Stake Primary President. I know, I know...pick your jaws up off the floor! I just wanted to share the news will all of you not to brag but to tell you about the wonderful spiritual experience it has been. I am so thankful for the Holy Ghost and the comfort and guidance he gives to us. I have learned that we can do all things in the Lord. If we have a willing heart, and faith in our Savior he will help us to accomplish his will. I am so humbled that he has put his trust in me.

Merry Christmas!

Christmas is my most favorite time of the year! I love the music, the decorations, and of course the gifts. I love watching the excitement in the eyes of my children as they look at lights, eat yummy treats, and wait for the arrival of Santa. I especially love Christmas because we get to celebrate the birth of our Savior. My testimony of the Savior has been strengthened this year and for that I am extremal grateful.

Cookies for Santa!

Every Christmas my mom makes sugar cookies and then invites the grand kids over to decorate them for Santa. This year Emily made a big pile and we wondered if Santa would be able to eat them all!!! It was a lot of fun. We especially enjoyed watching my niece Lana pour on the sprinkles! She had more sprinkle on her cookie than there was cookie! We talked the kids into only putting out ten cookies for Santa and guess what....he ate them all! We also sprinkled reindeer food out on the lawn for them to eat and they ate that too!!