Because of not feeling well I've taken the last two weeks off yoga...however, I'm back now!
Yoga will start again tomorrow morning at 5:15! Anyone's welcome!
Monday, October 27, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
I needed this... a date with my boys. Being so sick I didn't spend any fun time with boys over the past week but today was different. I picked up Carson early from school much to his surprise and the three of us headed out for a day of fun and fun is what we had! Then they were able to go with me to teach my yoga class tonight and we didn't get home until 7pm. We we're gone all day and I really enjoyed this "mother/sons" date. Today I'm thankful for being able to spend the entire day outside and laugh with my two boys.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Happiness is...
Listening to two little boys giggle as they play in their "fort" made under the dining room table.
Sure it looks like a tornado hit our living and dining room but I'd rather enjoy the tornado while listening to giggles than having a very clean yet quiet home.
Sure it looks like a tornado hit our living and dining room but I'd rather enjoy the tornado while listening to giggles than having a very clean yet quiet home.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
The Pumpkin Man
Yesterday Brandon was out working and Boston was still playing with his cousins so it was just me and Carson hanging out. We were able to work together on a school project he had. We turned his pumpkin in to a "Pumpkin Man" and together we wrote a cute little poem about this man. I relished in watching his creative side come out and spending a good uninterrupted hour side by side. We both need that. My joy this day was seeing him as he learns and grows. It was fun to just hangout and laugh with my not-so-little boy.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Trials ='s Blessing
So when I wrote the last post I had intentions of writing daily blessings. I really believe amongst trials, big or small, there is always blessings, big and small. I want to remember those blessings and realize how the Lord works in my life. Sadly I let time get in the way. I want to change my days so that they are not based around time limits but are based around timeless memories.
As I'm sitting here doing nothing, absolutely nothing, with no children I thought this would be a prefect opportunity to catch up...
Trial: I have been sick all week...I have a infection that if I'm not careful will quickly become spinal meningitis. I had spinal meningitis 10 years ago and never want to experience that again. It has not been a good week needless to say but I am confident the medication and blessing given to me will rid my body of the bacteria.
Blessings: 1. Dinner from a friend who totally brought it on her own without being asked. I was asleep and woke up to have Brandon tell me dinner had been brought. When I opened the fridge I couldn't help but to shed tears at the thoughtfulness of this busy person. 2. A friend who showed up to take Boston for how ever long was needed, putting no time constraints on the day. 3. Then my sister who called and took Boston for the remainder of the day and night and next day and still has him so I can recover. 4. My sister who offered to drive 2 hours to take both boys for the weekend. 5. A friend that had both boys for several hours one night and fed them dinner then has picked up Carson each day after school and kept him until bed time. 6. A mother who came over and brought "remedies" to help the sickness, did the dishes and folded laundry. 7. A R.S. president that has brought a meal and arranged for additional meals to be brought in. 8. A husband who hasn't complained at all while I lay in bed and moan, whine and cry at the pain I feel. Not to mention he's dressed the boys each morning, bathed them, got breakfast ready, did homework and site words with Carson, fixed lunch and still managed to keep up on his work load and prepare his talk for the ward he's speaking in on Sunday. 9. The helpful advice from doctors and the beauty of modern medicine.
As you can see the blessing far out way the trial.
Trial: Getting to the Relief Society broadcast on time, finding a babysitter, having the boys fed and ready for bed....Brandon had to be there that night to help with dinner, thus it left me having to pay $15 for a babysitter to attend this broadcast.
Blessings: I got to spend a few moments in the car with Brandon as we drove up there. I was able to listen to some very inspiring messages that I wish to never forget. I walked out of there feeling like the Lord does love me and I am apart of His plan. I had good conversation with others in the stake and it made me appreciate more that I live where I live. It was more than worth the money and hassle spent.
Trail: Getting the boys to be reverent during General Conference.
Blessings: We were able to spend an entire weekend home as a family. The boys were able to see the Prophet and other General Authorities. Having them sit on our laps for longer than 10 seconds. They enjoyed a weekend with their cousin who was here staying a few nights with us.
Trail: New Calling
Blessings: Learning the voice of the spirit. Learning organizational skills and striving to obtain leadership skills. Seeing the Young Women progress towards a happier more Christ-centered life, obtaining Temple blessings. Finding joy as the prepare now for a successful future in motherhood and marriage.
Blessings always out way the trials although it's not easy to see in the moment. I know this to be true. The Lord did not place us here to be miserable but "that we might have joy."
As I'm sitting here doing nothing, absolutely nothing, with no children I thought this would be a prefect opportunity to catch up...
Trial: I have been sick all week...I have a infection that if I'm not careful will quickly become spinal meningitis. I had spinal meningitis 10 years ago and never want to experience that again. It has not been a good week needless to say but I am confident the medication and blessing given to me will rid my body of the bacteria.
Blessings: 1. Dinner from a friend who totally brought it on her own without being asked. I was asleep and woke up to have Brandon tell me dinner had been brought. When I opened the fridge I couldn't help but to shed tears at the thoughtfulness of this busy person. 2. A friend who showed up to take Boston for how ever long was needed, putting no time constraints on the day. 3. Then my sister who called and took Boston for the remainder of the day and night and next day and still has him so I can recover. 4. My sister who offered to drive 2 hours to take both boys for the weekend. 5. A friend that had both boys for several hours one night and fed them dinner then has picked up Carson each day after school and kept him until bed time. 6. A mother who came over and brought "remedies" to help the sickness, did the dishes and folded laundry. 7. A R.S. president that has brought a meal and arranged for additional meals to be brought in. 8. A husband who hasn't complained at all while I lay in bed and moan, whine and cry at the pain I feel. Not to mention he's dressed the boys each morning, bathed them, got breakfast ready, did homework and site words with Carson, fixed lunch and still managed to keep up on his work load and prepare his talk for the ward he's speaking in on Sunday. 9. The helpful advice from doctors and the beauty of modern medicine.
As you can see the blessing far out way the trial.
Trial: Getting to the Relief Society broadcast on time, finding a babysitter, having the boys fed and ready for bed....Brandon had to be there that night to help with dinner, thus it left me having to pay $15 for a babysitter to attend this broadcast.
Blessings: I got to spend a few moments in the car with Brandon as we drove up there. I was able to listen to some very inspiring messages that I wish to never forget. I walked out of there feeling like the Lord does love me and I am apart of His plan. I had good conversation with others in the stake and it made me appreciate more that I live where I live. It was more than worth the money and hassle spent.
Trail: Getting the boys to be reverent during General Conference.
Blessings: We were able to spend an entire weekend home as a family. The boys were able to see the Prophet and other General Authorities. Having them sit on our laps for longer than 10 seconds. They enjoyed a weekend with their cousin who was here staying a few nights with us.
Trail: New Calling
Blessings: Learning the voice of the spirit. Learning organizational skills and striving to obtain leadership skills. Seeing the Young Women progress towards a happier more Christ-centered life, obtaining Temple blessings. Finding joy as the prepare now for a successful future in motherhood and marriage.
Blessings always out way the trials although it's not easy to see in the moment. I know this to be true. The Lord did not place us here to be miserable but "that we might have joy."
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Turning over a new leaf.
It's never to late to change right? In light of this question and all that seems to be happening lately I have decided to change. Hopefully change for the better. When I shall leave this mortal existence I want to be remembered as a Christ-like woman, one who loved the Lord, who had an enlightening spirit about her. I want to be remembered as being genuinely kind, helpful and happy. Thus I will take these moments in life and record why they make me happy. Why certain happenings in life are not a trial but a blessing, a blessing that allows me to evolve into someone more humble and kind.
Let me start with today. Today my eternal love taught me a humbling lesson. I will forever be indebted to him for his kindness and acceptance of me and my shortcomings. He is my greatest example of humility and unconditional love. Today my love for him stretched further than before. Thank you Brandon. I Love you.
Let me start with today. Today my eternal love taught me a humbling lesson. I will forever be indebted to him for his kindness and acceptance of me and my shortcomings. He is my greatest example of humility and unconditional love. Today my love for him stretched further than before. Thank you Brandon. I Love you.
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