Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Sad Sunday
We will miss President Hinckley!!!! But what a sweet reunion he is having with his wife, parents and so many others. I'm sad but i'm not going to cry! Wish me luck.
shoes
The great Franco Sarto boot!:
The stylish Franco Sarto:
Thanks for your help katie! The quickest $250 sale ever!
The fun Jessica Simpson shoes that were modeled by lauren!
Thanks for your help katie! The quickest $250 sale ever!
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Saturday shopping
After spending a great afternoon in the temple with Dave and Kathie and some great friends doing family sealings I went shopping. Katie helped me buy shoes again. Last time she helped me I bought 5 pairs! Today only 3 but she said i needed to blog about them...Mandi would approve she assures me! So i need to snap some pics of them but I am just too tired so will do so soon. I am seriously the fastest sell ever. How long do you think it took me to try on 2 pairs of shoes and a pair of boots and say "great! I'll take them all!"????? Katie can give the answer to that one.
I understand my precious (Mandi) is sick so I am sad that I can't be there to help her out since Mikeal is on his way to LV for the week. Get well soon my Mandi! I love you!
David (mc) is also leaving town...hope Nean is not sick too! Can't be there to help either one of them! I love you too, David!
My hubby is in Denver via Cincinnati. I miss you!!! That's why i had to go spend money :)
Talbots has a sale and I bought 5 or 6 pairs of pants! I went shopping because I needed mascara! oops!
I actually got the lantern back that was stollen from Dad's grave last Memorial day. Someone had claimed it and then never picked it up (from the police dept). Mike picked it up for me on Friday and I was relieved to find out that it was indeed ours. I had wired the lantern to the post and sure enough the wire was still on it. It's in our front yard until it thaws enough for me to put it back where it belongs!
Tomorrow is Ward Conference. The first year since 1998 that I have not participated as a member of the stake RS presidency. I'm trying not to be sad...after all I get to teach my little 5 year olds that they made a good choice in the premortal world and that I am proud of them. yes, the lesson even uses the word proud. I guess pride is ok after all.
Wish me luck!
I understand my precious (Mandi) is sick so I am sad that I can't be there to help her out since Mikeal is on his way to LV for the week. Get well soon my Mandi! I love you!
David (mc) is also leaving town...hope Nean is not sick too! Can't be there to help either one of them! I love you too, David!
My hubby is in Denver via Cincinnati. I miss you!!! That's why i had to go spend money :)
Talbots has a sale and I bought 5 or 6 pairs of pants! I went shopping because I needed mascara! oops!
I actually got the lantern back that was stollen from Dad's grave last Memorial day. Someone had claimed it and then never picked it up (from the police dept). Mike picked it up for me on Friday and I was relieved to find out that it was indeed ours. I had wired the lantern to the post and sure enough the wire was still on it. It's in our front yard until it thaws enough for me to put it back where it belongs!
Tomorrow is Ward Conference. The first year since 1998 that I have not participated as a member of the stake RS presidency. I'm trying not to be sad...after all I get to teach my little 5 year olds that they made a good choice in the premortal world and that I am proud of them. yes, the lesson even uses the word proud. I guess pride is ok after all.
Wish me luck!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
More changes in store!
besides that scary, but exciting, new calling I am getting a new job! I will still be at Temple Square Hospitality Corp. but now I will be an event coordinator. It's also scary but exciting! Bonus: I will work 3 days a week instead of 4 HOOOOOORAAAAY! Wish me luck!
Teary Tuesday
So I didn't end up reading a book on our snow day. I started rummaging through papers in our office instead, It's nice and organized now and that was quite satisfying.
Got another calling tonight...in addition to primary. President Brower called me at work. It was SO good to hear his voice calling me like old times! Anyway, he wanted me to come in to see him tonight. A few weeks ago he said he had some issues to talk to Mike and I about and asked if we could meet with him. We couldn't when he wanted us to go in and I really never dreamed he would be calling me to something! So I went tonight and he talked to me about RS. Asked me about my concerns with Enrichment so he could communicate with Teresa about them. It was weird how difficult it was for me. I started crying just because it made me realize how much i miss the whole thing. The meetings with him, learning and teaching new programs and guidelines, visiting with the sisters in the stake...i miss it all! Even planning Stake Enrichment and teaching at ward conferences. Why is letting go so hard?
So after we talk about this I am thinking that is all he wanted to talk to me about. So then he says "well, I've got to get to a missionary setting apart so let me offer a prayer and we'll get to why I called you here." I'm thinking "huh?" He gave this sweet beautiful prayer about how much he appreciated me and what a valiant sister I am and other such kindnesses. He said how much he loves Mike. It was just an amazing prayer and I was of course crying through it.
After the prayer he said he knows that I am teaching primary and that will continue. He said "hold on to your chair" and I am thinking "What could he be going to say?" My heart started having that kind of burning, nervous feeling. Then I thought, "oh, he is just being dramatic. I'll bet he is going to call me to be on the stake Family History Committee." Then he says "I want to extend a call to you to teach Institute." Oh, my! Institute in my stake is taught by Sheri Dew, Wendy Nelson and Elder and Sister Kofford. ARE YOU KIDDING ME????? No one will come the week I teach!
He proceeds to tell me that my name was on a list with others including a past area authority 70 in our stake but that when he saw my name he felt so good about it and knew I was to do this and what an impact I can have on the YSA's. I thanked him for his trust in my ability to do this and he said "it's His trust (he looked up). This is from Him."
So I am kind of stunned and can't really process the whole thing. But what a blessing this will be for me. (though I will dread the days I teach and Sheri and Wendy are there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Scary).
The best of both worlds...those sweet, pure, precious, slightly out of control 5 year olds and those sweet, pure (or trying hard to be!) precious, slightly out of control 20 somethings! Ah, life is good.
Well, I hope you enjoyed my little essay on my new calling!
That's all I got! It's late and I need some sleep!
Wish me luck!
Got another calling tonight...in addition to primary. President Brower called me at work. It was SO good to hear his voice calling me like old times! Anyway, he wanted me to come in to see him tonight. A few weeks ago he said he had some issues to talk to Mike and I about and asked if we could meet with him. We couldn't when he wanted us to go in and I really never dreamed he would be calling me to something! So I went tonight and he talked to me about RS. Asked me about my concerns with Enrichment so he could communicate with Teresa about them. It was weird how difficult it was for me. I started crying just because it made me realize how much i miss the whole thing. The meetings with him, learning and teaching new programs and guidelines, visiting with the sisters in the stake...i miss it all! Even planning Stake Enrichment and teaching at ward conferences. Why is letting go so hard?
So after we talk about this I am thinking that is all he wanted to talk to me about. So then he says "well, I've got to get to a missionary setting apart so let me offer a prayer and we'll get to why I called you here." I'm thinking "huh?" He gave this sweet beautiful prayer about how much he appreciated me and what a valiant sister I am and other such kindnesses. He said how much he loves Mike. It was just an amazing prayer and I was of course crying through it.
After the prayer he said he knows that I am teaching primary and that will continue. He said "hold on to your chair" and I am thinking "What could he be going to say?" My heart started having that kind of burning, nervous feeling. Then I thought, "oh, he is just being dramatic. I'll bet he is going to call me to be on the stake Family History Committee." Then he says "I want to extend a call to you to teach Institute." Oh, my! Institute in my stake is taught by Sheri Dew, Wendy Nelson and Elder and Sister Kofford. ARE YOU KIDDING ME????? No one will come the week I teach!
He proceeds to tell me that my name was on a list with others including a past area authority 70 in our stake but that when he saw my name he felt so good about it and knew I was to do this and what an impact I can have on the YSA's. I thanked him for his trust in my ability to do this and he said "it's His trust (he looked up). This is from Him."
So I am kind of stunned and can't really process the whole thing. But what a blessing this will be for me. (though I will dread the days I teach and Sheri and Wendy are there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Scary).
The best of both worlds...those sweet, pure, precious, slightly out of control 5 year olds and those sweet, pure (or trying hard to be!) precious, slightly out of control 20 somethings! Ah, life is good.
Well, I hope you enjoyed my little essay on my new calling!
That's all I got! It's late and I need some sleep!
Wish me luck!
Monday, January 21, 2008
Sunday, sweet Sunday!
The day stared great as I drove out to Riverton to listen to Jeremy speak in church about his missionary experiences in Brazil. It took about 30 minutes to get there which gave me time to ponder a bit on my talk. It always is so much better in my head than when I sit down to write it out!
Hearing the strength and conviction of Jer's testimony and the great experiences he had was inspiring. It was wonderful to see the family as well. They sang a beautiful number together in the meeting. Had to stop by the house to say "hi" to all and to see the new flooring. It's beautiful!
Came home and made some last minute adjustments to my talk. I knew I would speak last so would only have 5 to 10 minutes. Who knew the wonderful man before me would take 1/2 hour. He gave a great talk and I thought it would be great if I just didn't give mine since there was about 3 minutes left. But apparently I was the only one who felt that way!!! I had prepared a short talk so only had to cut about a paragraph. I guess it went well...so I am told though can you really believe people who are always nothing but nice and supportive?
Went to Primary and it was kind of a disaster! Well, every week can't be great I guess. They are just so darn cute but I am truly out of my element.
If it snows like its' supposed to tomorrow I am going to stay in my PJ's and wrap myself in a blanket and read a good book. Wish me luck!
Hearing the strength and conviction of Jer's testimony and the great experiences he had was inspiring. It was wonderful to see the family as well. They sang a beautiful number together in the meeting. Had to stop by the house to say "hi" to all and to see the new flooring. It's beautiful!
Came home and made some last minute adjustments to my talk. I knew I would speak last so would only have 5 to 10 minutes. Who knew the wonderful man before me would take 1/2 hour. He gave a great talk and I thought it would be great if I just didn't give mine since there was about 3 minutes left. But apparently I was the only one who felt that way!!! I had prepared a short talk so only had to cut about a paragraph. I guess it went well...so I am told though can you really believe people who are always nothing but nice and supportive?
Went to Primary and it was kind of a disaster! Well, every week can't be great I guess. They are just so darn cute but I am truly out of my element.
If it snows like its' supposed to tomorrow I am going to stay in my PJ's and wrap myself in a blanket and read a good book. Wish me luck!
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Giving it a try
So I decided to try my hand at blogging. Problem is I am just not an interesting person! I enjoy reading my son's blog...of course I am thrilled to see pictures of my grandkids there. I wish Mandi would create a blog. She likes to read them but has yet to create her own. I enjoyed spending time on Lauren's, Katie's, Beth's and Missy's today when I really need to be writing a talk for church tomorrow, getting mom's groceries, preparing a primary lesson and going to the temple. I will get all those things done one way or another. I have already been on the treadmill and helped little ones create booklets showing some of the 200 names for Jesus at our ward Primary activity.
The Primary thing is all new for me. It has been nearly 20 years since I have served in Primary. Having just been released from 10 years in the Stake RS presidency I am a bit out of my element. The 5 year olds just don't seem to appreciate quotes like "empathy during agony is a portion of divinity" from Neal Maxwell! But they love with a purity that is amazing and precious. They don't see my weaknesses...except maybe that 3 year old who told me I was not his boss! :D
My feet are freezing today. I am counting on the spirit to warm me up along with a mug of Stephen's Gormet Italian Ammaretto cocoa. Wish me luck.
The Primary thing is all new for me. It has been nearly 20 years since I have served in Primary. Having just been released from 10 years in the Stake RS presidency I am a bit out of my element. The 5 year olds just don't seem to appreciate quotes like "empathy during agony is a portion of divinity" from Neal Maxwell! But they love with a purity that is amazing and precious. They don't see my weaknesses...except maybe that 3 year old who told me I was not his boss! :D
My feet are freezing today. I am counting on the spirit to warm me up along with a mug of Stephen's Gormet Italian Ammaretto cocoa. Wish me luck.
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