President Thomas S. Monson - The Divine Gift of Gratitude
Hi Gigs!
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
ARROW OF LIGHT and projects
oops pictures posted backwards so go all the way down the scroll up.. hehehehe sorry!!
Can you believe my baby is 11??? He received his Arrow of Light, WEBELOS badge and his Youth Religious Knott. We are so very proud of him and the wonderful young man he is turning into.
There are a lot of pictures for you all to look at.. Proud mom... so after the ceremony they do a crossing over ceremony that the young man signs his name to the cross over bridge then goes and meets the scout leader on the other side. At that point the new scout leader removes the Webelos (cubscouts) kneckercheif and puts on the Boy Scout one. Can you all believe a Boy Scout now??? I can't man how time flies.
Many have asked to see pictures of the shed and cement so those are also thrown into the mix. The shed is finally done except for the primer and paint.. YIPPEE!!! And the cement is done.. YIPPEE!!! Outside projects are winding down for this year. The weather has been beautiful, but I know that is not going to last.
Hope you all enjoy a look into Robbie's Arrow of Light Ceremony. Love and hugs to you all!!!
Can you believe my baby is 11??? He received his Arrow of Light, WEBELOS badge and his Youth Religious Knott. We are so very proud of him and the wonderful young man he is turning into.
There are a lot of pictures for you all to look at.. Proud mom... so after the ceremony they do a crossing over ceremony that the young man signs his name to the cross over bridge then goes and meets the scout leader on the other side. At that point the new scout leader removes the Webelos (cubscouts) kneckercheif and puts on the Boy Scout one. Can you all believe a Boy Scout now??? I can't man how time flies.
Many have asked to see pictures of the shed and cement so those are also thrown into the mix. The shed is finally done except for the primer and paint.. YIPPEE!!! And the cement is done.. YIPPEE!!! Outside projects are winding down for this year. The weather has been beautiful, but I know that is not going to last.
Hope you all enjoy a look into Robbie's Arrow of Light Ceremony. Love and hugs to you all!!!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Birthday, visit and lots of fun......
This week has been full of fun adventures. My mom was able to come and spend the week with us. We celebrated Robbie's 11th birthday (can't believe he is 11) and we were able to have some FUN!!
We drove to Cheyenne on last Sunday to help some friends with their car. Had a fun visit with them. It was nice to drive in a car with just me and Kennen. The boys stayed with my mom.
Monday we woke up early and poured our last pour for our HUGE patio. It is all done!! YIPPEE!!! Then we came in and Robbie opened up his birthday gifts and then off to Mongolian Grill we went. Had a wonderful rest of the day (crab and steak for dinner.. gotta love what the kids choose for their birthday dinners)
Tuesday we did school, pe and then my mom took the boys to a movie. (they went 3 times to 3 different shows during the week. Yes I am a bad mom and never take them)Yes we still got all school done with a visitor here. Man we ROCK!! hehe
Wednesday we got up did school and that afternoon there was an artcore performance. It was black light juggling. It was way fun!! I love homeschooling and being able to go to new things.
Thursday.. school, pe and not sure what else we did that day... we were always busy and going and doing.
Friday.. we went to a pumpkin patch and corn maze. Way fun! We followed my dear friend Jeannette and so the 5 kids had a blast running through the maze and trying to loose the 3 adults. (yes they succeeded at this) The boys had a great time choosing pumpkins. I have them in a bad habit of choosing green ones. We love watching them change colors. Friday night when we got home I was asked to watch a friends two kids so we met them at the mall had dinner then mom and I took the 4 kids bowling. It was way fun! It was great to see Robbie and Sid dancing to the music I grew up to. The lights were off and it was black light bowling everything was all a glow. The boys keep asking when we can go again.
Saturday morning mom left and I had to hurry and get ready for a baby shower that I was putting on. So off to cutting fruit I went and making fruit dip.. It went off well (thanks Jeannette for coming and helping) Now... that we had such a fun and busy week it will be good to chillax for a day before we start it all over.
Thanks GAGA for coming to visit us. Hope you had as much fun as we did.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Spiritually Fed Wednesday
LET US OF SPEAK KIND WORDS
Let us oft speak kind words to each other. At home or where'er we may be; Like the warblings of birds n the heather, The tones will be welcome and free. They'll gladden the heart that's repining, Give courage and hope from above, and where the dark clouds hide the shining, Let in the bright sunlight of love.
Oh, the kind words we give shall in memory live and sunshine forever impart. Let us oft speak kind words to each other; Kind words are sweet tomes of the heart.
Like the sunbeams of morn on the mountains. The soul they awake to good chear; Like the murmur of cool, pleasant fountains, They fall in sweet cadences near. Let's oft, then, in kindly toned voices, Our mutual friendship renew, Till heart meets with heart and rejoices. In friendship that ever is true.
Oh, the kind words we give shall in memory live and sunshine forever impart. Let us oft speak kind words to each other; Kind words are sweet tones of the heart.
Let us all remember how much words can help or hurt someone so "Let us oft speak kind words"
Hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday!!
Let us oft speak kind words to each other. At home or where'er we may be; Like the warblings of birds n the heather, The tones will be welcome and free. They'll gladden the heart that's repining, Give courage and hope from above, and where the dark clouds hide the shining, Let in the bright sunlight of love.
Oh, the kind words we give shall in memory live and sunshine forever impart. Let us oft speak kind words to each other; Kind words are sweet tomes of the heart.
Like the sunbeams of morn on the mountains. The soul they awake to good chear; Like the murmur of cool, pleasant fountains, They fall in sweet cadences near. Let's oft, then, in kindly toned voices, Our mutual friendship renew, Till heart meets with heart and rejoices. In friendship that ever is true.
Oh, the kind words we give shall in memory live and sunshine forever impart. Let us oft speak kind words to each other; Kind words are sweet tones of the heart.
Let us all remember how much words can help or hurt someone so "Let us oft speak kind words"
Hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday!!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROBBIE!!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROBBIE!! wow how time has flown by... I remember the day that you were placed in my arms and the doctor saying you have a little boy. You were born on Oct. 11, 1999 at 2:09 am.. You had dark skin and a ton of jet black hair.. as the years have gone on your hair went to lighter and your skin did also but you still have beautiful skin (unlike mine that is pasty white)
You are such a blessing in our lives. You have always been the quiet one from the day you were born. You always have loved to just be by yourself doing stuff on your own.
You are an amazing big brother and Sid loves you so very much. He looks up to you and wants to do everything you do because you are so good to him. You are wonderful at helping him at school and other things you two do.
You are such a good student, we couldn't be prouder of your accomplishments. WAY TO GO!!!
We love you so very much and very glad you are apart of our family.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
almost done!!!
The projects are winding down for the year, at least the outside ones. We are doing our last cement pour tomorrow. 5 more yards and we will be done. We have 1.5 more sides on the shed to side and we will be done with that. I am so grateful for the hard work that has gone into all of these "big" projects and for the friends who have come and helped with the pours. Pictures will come when I can get out and take them. (yes a bad picture taker lately)
School keeps us busy.. and we did a lot of cleaning this last week which was awesome!
Tomorrow my baby turns 11.... so a post will be coming on that. He is so excited to find out what is in the present... hehehehe
Hope you all have a great night and we will check in soon.
School keeps us busy.. and we did a lot of cleaning this last week which was awesome!
Tomorrow my baby turns 11.... so a post will be coming on that. He is so excited to find out what is in the present... hehehehe
Hope you all have a great night and we will check in soon.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Spiritually Fed Wednesday
HOW GLORIOUS ARE FAITHFUL, JUST, AND TRUE FRIENDS
"Friendship is one of the grand fundamental principles of 'Mormonism.'... It unites the human family with its happy influence."
I do have to say that I am blessed beyond measure in this department. I truly love my friends and I miss them so very much. I pray for them daily and love them until there is no end. I hope you all know that I would do anything for any of you.
Isn't it amazing that so many things can be taken care of by a friend. So many burdens lifted and made lighter, tears shed in happiness and sorrow with each other. Stories told and laughter ringing out. A drive to get a soda just because one has had a bad day. A walk in the rain or a foundation of a house painted. So many wonderful things happen when friends are around.
"True friends ease one another's sorrows and remain faithful even in times of adversity." Joseph Smith
Joseph also wrote on Aug. 11, 1842 "How good and glorious it has seemed unto me, to find pure and holy friends, who are faithful, just and true,and whose hearts fail not; and whose knees are confirmed and do not falter...." LOVE IT!!!
Each Life That Touches Ours for Good (hymn 293)
Each life that touches ours for good Reflects thine own great mercy, Lord; Thou sendest blessings from above Thru words and deeds of those who love.
What greater gift dost thou bestow, What greater goodness can we know Than Christ-like friends, whose gentle ways Strengthen our faith, enrich our days.
When such a friend from us departs We hold forever in our hearts A sweet and hallowed memory, Bringing us nearer, Lord, to thee.
For worthy friends whose lives proclaim Devotion to the Savior's name, Who bless our days with peace and love, We praise thy goodness, Lord above.
Thank you to my friends.. for being here for me, through it all. I love you very much and I count my blessings daily. I pray for you all, I worry about you all and I care for you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you as you all have done much for me.
"Friendship is one of the grand fundamental principles of 'Mormonism.'... It unites the human family with its happy influence."
I do have to say that I am blessed beyond measure in this department. I truly love my friends and I miss them so very much. I pray for them daily and love them until there is no end. I hope you all know that I would do anything for any of you.
Isn't it amazing that so many things can be taken care of by a friend. So many burdens lifted and made lighter, tears shed in happiness and sorrow with each other. Stories told and laughter ringing out. A drive to get a soda just because one has had a bad day. A walk in the rain or a foundation of a house painted. So many wonderful things happen when friends are around.
"True friends ease one another's sorrows and remain faithful even in times of adversity." Joseph Smith
Joseph also wrote on Aug. 11, 1842 "How good and glorious it has seemed unto me, to find pure and holy friends, who are faithful, just and true,and whose hearts fail not; and whose knees are confirmed and do not falter...." LOVE IT!!!
Each Life That Touches Ours for Good (hymn 293)
Each life that touches ours for good Reflects thine own great mercy, Lord; Thou sendest blessings from above Thru words and deeds of those who love.
What greater gift dost thou bestow, What greater goodness can we know Than Christ-like friends, whose gentle ways Strengthen our faith, enrich our days.
When such a friend from us departs We hold forever in our hearts A sweet and hallowed memory, Bringing us nearer, Lord, to thee.
For worthy friends whose lives proclaim Devotion to the Savior's name, Who bless our days with peace and love, We praise thy goodness, Lord above.
Thank you to my friends.. for being here for me, through it all. I love you very much and I count my blessings daily. I pray for you all, I worry about you all and I care for you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you as you all have done much for me.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Fall pictures
We went and took fall pictures... It was so very much fun.
Here are some of them for you to enjoy.
We have been busy with all of the fun things we do. Besides school and scouts we have been working on the shed and cement stuff. We have hauled in more gravel and got it leveled, now just waiting for a day off to be able to find help and do the last section. We are hoping it happens before the snow falls.
Halloween is up at our house, the boys are so excited. The boys have found their halloween costumes and are excited to wear them.
In 9 days my baby will be 11. Wow!! where has the time gone?
We hope that this first weekend in October has been a wonderful one for you. We have been able to enjoy beautiful weather, wonderful talks with conference (still praying for a Temple in Wyoming or closer than 5 hours.. yes we were spoiled living in Utah so close too so many Temples) And time with my boys, couldn't ask for anything more. Love to you all!!!!
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