As I planned to show what happened on this day in history I researched some websites for that information. You know, not very good things happened on this day throughout the years. My first reaction was sadness that my daughter shared her birthday with these events but I realized that with so many unfortunate things taking place on Jan. 30th I'm grateful for this one good thing. I'm glad God sent my little girl to add something good the world.
The fact that it's her birthday seems to be lost on her two year old mind. but of course, that didn't stop me from celebrating the day in my own special way. I'm arranging a play date with her little nursery friend and of course, we're having a small family party.
I went shopping and got the cute little girl gifts that I so enjoy buying but found that my husband enjoys buying them even more. Daddy went hog wild at Old Navy, buying up every new spring clothing item.
We are so grateful for our little princess. She's made such a difference in our home. Happy Birthday little girl!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Thank You
Gordon B. Hinckley passed away tonight. He was the president of the LDS Church and the man we believe is a prophet of the Lord here on earth. I know that sounds grandiose to many but it is a comforting thing to me, to know that God still speaks to man on earth to give us direction in a tumultuous world. I am grateful that President Hinckley lived his life in a manner which allowed him to commune with God and lead God's church here on earth. I truly believe that this man was called of God and set apart to do the work of the Lord. I believe tonight that Heaven is rejoicing to have Gordon B. Hinckley back home. I hope that by sharing my testimony of living prophets anyone who reads this will have a greater understanding about what Mormon's believe.
While I am saddened that he is no longer with us I am feeling a deep desire to live my life in a manner that he would find pleasing because I know that the way President Hinckley lived is the way God wants me to live. I hope that someday when I leave this life Heavenly Father will be happy with the things I have done on earth. I am ever so grateful for the great example President Hinckley set for me and my family and for his tireless efforts in the service of the Lord. My prayers are with his family who I can only assume feel a deep loss. My little family's prayers are with them.
Friday, January 25, 2008
Maddness I Say!
My sister introduced me to this game a few months ago. Every once in awhile I find myself taking a stab at it again. A little warning, it's highly addictive stuff, play at your own risk!
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Thursday, January 24, 2008
My Preschool Field Trip
I have learned more on Pre-k field trips than I care to admit. Today for example, I learned how a mail carrier sorts and delivers mail. (I know that many of you just read that sentence and thought, "well duh, doesn't everybody know that?") Well, I didn't know that each carrier sorts and packs their own mail according to a delivery plan that they have memorized. There's a lot that each carrier has to do that I just had no idea about.
Other things I've learned on field trips:
Apples don't get sweet until the weather turns cold
Cheetahs actually squeak like a bird
Candy canes are made like taffy, they just go around an extra corner to get their crook
Other things I've learned on field trips:
Apples don't get sweet until the weather turns cold
Cheetahs actually squeak like a bird
Candy canes are made like taffy, they just go around an extra corner to get their crook
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Choose Your Poison
I was reading the other day, (I forget where I found this), and I came across a review of the movie "27 Dresses". The critic came to the ultimate conclusion that the messages in this movie were nothing but "Toxic" for young women. I thought that the remarks seemed pretty harsh even knowing as little as I did about the movie.
Last night I had the chance to see the movie with a friend and I was telling her about the critic's comments. We both had a little chuckle about how a movie about love and marriage could be toxic for young women. I will happily admit that I like the movie. It was a fun girls night out treat and we had some pretty good laughs. After coming home, I've been thinking about what the critic said now that I've had a chance to see the movie for myself.
In the end, the girl ends up with the guy after a rocky and brief journey of self discovery. The heroine is happy, sure of herself and married to the man she loves. I am assuming that the toxicity of the movie is the fact that the main character doesn't seem to know who she is until she falls in love with the right guy. Of course, this love interest points out to our main character all her flaws and helps her see her "true path". I can hear the shouts of feminists around the globe; "You don't need a man to make you happy or help you know who you are".
Ladies and gentlemen; it's OK to depend on someone else! It's OK to love someone and know that they will make you a better person. At what point in our society did we decide we must be perfect before we decide to become committed to someone else? And not only that, why do we assume that we can only become our best on our own? I count no greater blessing in my life than my husband and the family that we have made together. I'm not less of a woman because I have chosen to let someone else add to my happiness. I'm not a weak person because I've given my heart to another human being. Are there risks associated with that? Absolutely! Could bad things happen? Absolutely! Would I be a different person without my spouse? Most definitely. But it does not follow that that person would be better or more successful. I know I am better because of what I've learned from him and he from me.
To all those folks who are reticent about marriage for whatever reason I would say this; It's OK to find yourself and your happiness with another person. You can't spend your life hedging all your bets.
Last night I had the chance to see the movie with a friend and I was telling her about the critic's comments. We both had a little chuckle about how a movie about love and marriage could be toxic for young women. I will happily admit that I like the movie. It was a fun girls night out treat and we had some pretty good laughs. After coming home, I've been thinking about what the critic said now that I've had a chance to see the movie for myself.
In the end, the girl ends up with the guy after a rocky and brief journey of self discovery. The heroine is happy, sure of herself and married to the man she loves. I am assuming that the toxicity of the movie is the fact that the main character doesn't seem to know who she is until she falls in love with the right guy. Of course, this love interest points out to our main character all her flaws and helps her see her "true path". I can hear the shouts of feminists around the globe; "You don't need a man to make you happy or help you know who you are".
Ladies and gentlemen; it's OK to depend on someone else! It's OK to love someone and know that they will make you a better person. At what point in our society did we decide we must be perfect before we decide to become committed to someone else? And not only that, why do we assume that we can only become our best on our own? I count no greater blessing in my life than my husband and the family that we have made together. I'm not less of a woman because I have chosen to let someone else add to my happiness. I'm not a weak person because I've given my heart to another human being. Are there risks associated with that? Absolutely! Could bad things happen? Absolutely! Would I be a different person without my spouse? Most definitely. But it does not follow that that person would be better or more successful. I know I am better because of what I've learned from him and he from me.
To all those folks who are reticent about marriage for whatever reason I would say this; It's OK to find yourself and your happiness with another person. You can't spend your life hedging all your bets.
Friday, January 18, 2008
Faithful Thoughts/Lisa
This topic--how to help your child find him/herself--has been on my mind for several days--and I have to admit, it's not one of the things I am extremely confident about. In the short six and a half years that I've been a mother, I've made the effort to help my children figure out who they are, what they are interested in, and what they believe. I am a bit of a control-freak, and it's been hard for me to keep that side of me at bay while I try to let my children learn for themselves. As any parent does, I want what is best for my children. I want them to feel Heavenly Father's love for them and understand their role in His plan. I want them to know Jesus Christ and develop a relationship with Him. I want them to feel loved and cared for and I want them to be confident. I want them to be spared unnecessary pain and disappointment. I want them to love and serve those around them. I want them to respect other people, even if (or especially if?) they are different. I want them to love learning. I want them to be able to make decisions and do things that are hard. I want them to feel happy and experience joy.
All of these things don't come overnight, nor can they be wrapped up in a package and given to each child. I believe that to help my children learn who they are and develop as an individual, I have to give them the space to do it, as I teach and guide them.
I try to teach them my beliefs by the way I live as well as the things I say. We read in the scriptures and study about people who followed Christ. We pray together. We talk openly of Heavenly Father and Jesus and how we can be more like them. We try to be aware of peoples' needs and we try to meet them through service.
I try to listen to my children and hear what they are telling me without judging them or what they say.
I believe it's important to give them guided choices--a very simple example is when it comes to what to wear or eat--if I say "What do you want to wear?" they either give me a blank look or choose their Halloween costume from two years ago. If instead I ask, "Do you want to wear the blue shirt or the red shirt?" they are able to make a choice and learn some autonomy (while still under some sort of control :)). I am hopeful that with guided choices when they are young, they will make good decisions when they are older.
I believe that I should let consequences fall--although this is a tough one--and that they should see the connection between their actions/choices and the consequences that come.
Most of all, I try to help my kids know how much I love them. I see their confidence grow when they can see and feel that they are wanted and needed. I believe physical affection is so important for children--hugs and kisses and squeezes and holding hands or high fives or even special glances or winks--help them feel connected to me.
What a blessing it is to have children in our lives and homes--they can teach me about purity and innocence and light. I joke sometimes that I am ruining them, but in all honesty, I am trying my hardest not to. I hope that Ryan and I can be the anchors they need as they learn and grow, and that we can help them develop the abilities and knowledge to become the capable, intelligent, thinking, loving, faithful adults that I know are inside.
All of these things don't come overnight, nor can they be wrapped up in a package and given to each child. I believe that to help my children learn who they are and develop as an individual, I have to give them the space to do it, as I teach and guide them.
I try to teach them my beliefs by the way I live as well as the things I say. We read in the scriptures and study about people who followed Christ. We pray together. We talk openly of Heavenly Father and Jesus and how we can be more like them. We try to be aware of peoples' needs and we try to meet them through service.
I try to listen to my children and hear what they are telling me without judging them or what they say.
I believe it's important to give them guided choices--a very simple example is when it comes to what to wear or eat--if I say "What do you want to wear?" they either give me a blank look or choose their Halloween costume from two years ago. If instead I ask, "Do you want to wear the blue shirt or the red shirt?" they are able to make a choice and learn some autonomy (while still under some sort of control :)). I am hopeful that with guided choices when they are young, they will make good decisions when they are older.
I believe that I should let consequences fall--although this is a tough one--and that they should see the connection between their actions/choices and the consequences that come.
Most of all, I try to help my kids know how much I love them. I see their confidence grow when they can see and feel that they are wanted and needed. I believe physical affection is so important for children--hugs and kisses and squeezes and holding hands or high fives or even special glances or winks--help them feel connected to me.
What a blessing it is to have children in our lives and homes--they can teach me about purity and innocence and light. I joke sometimes that I am ruining them, but in all honesty, I am trying my hardest not to. I hope that Ryan and I can be the anchors they need as they learn and grow, and that we can help them develop the abilities and knowledge to become the capable, intelligent, thinking, loving, faithful adults that I know are inside.
Faithful Thoughts/ Lula Mae
The question this month for Faithful Thoughts was "How do you help your child find him/herself?" We've each been thinking about it for several days now and as you've read, Annie has posted her thoughts. Now it's my turn.
First, I will admit that my greatest understanding of my children has come in the past year. I guess I may be a late bloomer in the parent department but I really think that most parents feel the way I do: you get better with practice.
When my first son was born, I really didn't have a detailed plan for him. Parenthood was simply a day to day affair for me. Of course, there were milestones I knew he would reach and there were experiences I wanted him to have but in terms of a detailed life map, I had none. I still don't. But I knew that it is a parent's responsibility to give a child a core set of values, an anchor or compass that will enable them to determine direction when they are on their own. We must help them distinguish between meaningful happiness and instant gratification. There are things I believe are vital for them to know in order to be happy in this life and prepared for the next and I will teach them these things in the hopes that they will in fact find them to be true on their own. Ultimately, I know they will make their own determinations and choose their own paths as they get older. But the things I am teaching them now are tools to help them be able to wade through all the options life will offer them. Beyond that, I am realizing that a child's personal development is best stimulated by parents who can simply see their child as the adult he/she will become and not just the child he/she is at the time. Really, I believe our children understand how they fit into the world as children better than we do as adults but left to their own devices and lacking a compass, they will gravitate toward anything that makes them feel fulfilled. And all too often gratification is mistaken for fulfillment. All you end up with is a lost adult.
I have learned that my children are pretty good at discovering their talents within themselves all on their own. It is up to me to help them develop the talents they already have. I used to think that I had to expose them to everything early on; art, music, sports, you name it. After all, how does someone know they like soccer unless they've played it? But I am finding, with my oldest, that in spite of all the lessons, games and conversations his interests are very different than I had assumed. I think it is more about drawing out the inside talent, than forcing interest in an outside experience.
I realize that as a mother I have a grand opportunity to watch something awe-inspiring and beautiful as my children make their way through life. The time of parenthood is swift and unsure but I hope that as I get to interact with these growing human beings I help them see how beautiful they are and prepare them for where ever they may land.
First, I will admit that my greatest understanding of my children has come in the past year. I guess I may be a late bloomer in the parent department but I really think that most parents feel the way I do: you get better with practice.
When my first son was born, I really didn't have a detailed plan for him. Parenthood was simply a day to day affair for me. Of course, there were milestones I knew he would reach and there were experiences I wanted him to have but in terms of a detailed life map, I had none. I still don't. But I knew that it is a parent's responsibility to give a child a core set of values, an anchor or compass that will enable them to determine direction when they are on their own. We must help them distinguish between meaningful happiness and instant gratification. There are things I believe are vital for them to know in order to be happy in this life and prepared for the next and I will teach them these things in the hopes that they will in fact find them to be true on their own. Ultimately, I know they will make their own determinations and choose their own paths as they get older. But the things I am teaching them now are tools to help them be able to wade through all the options life will offer them. Beyond that, I am realizing that a child's personal development is best stimulated by parents who can simply see their child as the adult he/she will become and not just the child he/she is at the time. Really, I believe our children understand how they fit into the world as children better than we do as adults but left to their own devices and lacking a compass, they will gravitate toward anything that makes them feel fulfilled. And all too often gratification is mistaken for fulfillment. All you end up with is a lost adult.
I have learned that my children are pretty good at discovering their talents within themselves all on their own. It is up to me to help them develop the talents they already have. I used to think that I had to expose them to everything early on; art, music, sports, you name it. After all, how does someone know they like soccer unless they've played it? But I am finding, with my oldest, that in spite of all the lessons, games and conversations his interests are very different than I had assumed. I think it is more about drawing out the inside talent, than forcing interest in an outside experience.
I realize that as a mother I have a grand opportunity to watch something awe-inspiring and beautiful as my children make their way through life. The time of parenthood is swift and unsure but I hope that as I get to interact with these growing human beings I help them see how beautiful they are and prepare them for where ever they may land.
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Faithful Thoughts
Welcome to my first post on "Faithful Thoughts". This first edition will specifically be about helping your child find his/herself. I have to admit that this topic has had me stumped. You see, I really only have 6 years of parenting experience. I have limited experience in this area because so far my life with kids has all been about molding them into the type of child I want them to be. That, and the basics that keep moms so busy in those first years...waiting for the big milestones, potty training, sending them off to preschool, etc. This year was a little more traumatic...sending my oldest off to kindergarten! :) I've noticed a difference in my daughter this year. I've noticed how her peers influence a lot of her decisions and I'm learning how important it is to have a good foundation at home and to be aware of all things/friends in her life! But in order to give my kids a good foundation, I need to teach them what kind of values I hold dear and want them to hold dear so that they will make good decisions. How do you combine that with giving them the freedom to explore their world and who they are? It seems like a fine balance.
Now, I have so much to learn. I have no special wisdom. One particular thing that comes to mind is hobbies. Figure skating was a huge part of my life for a long time. When I became the mother of a daughter I couldn't wait for her to put ice skates on! And as soon as she could wear the smallest size skates, she was out there. And you know what? She hated it! So what do I do? She's only 3 or 4 years old at this point. Does she know enough to know she hates it? Do I need to encourage her to stick with it and not give up? I decided, as much as it pained me, to let her quit skating. She wanted to swim, so I encouraged that instead. She loves it! I can definitely see a difference in how she reacts to swimming. Now she has also decided that she wants to dance. I've decided I want to give her all the opportunities I can to let her explore what is out there. I want her to look back on her childhood and know that I encouraged her to find something she loved and took pride in watching her excel at. Isn't that better then being a dreaded "skating mom", you know, the kind who forces their child to do what they wanted to do in their youth...the kind who live their dreams through their children? Well, I think so :) Not that I will encourage her give up on things too easily...she doesn't much enjoy going to church lately. She doesn't like AWANAS and now she's decided she doesn't like children's choir. Not going to church is not an option. I help out in her class at AWANAS and can see why she doesn't enjoy it (that is a whole other story). But, she isn't allowed to give up both AWANAS and choir. I gave her a choice, she could drop one or the other. I thought she'd drop AWANAS, but she picked choir! Then she decided she wanted to stick with both! Maybe she just wanted the freedom to choose for herself.
Jeremiah 29:11...one of my all time favorite verses. "For I know the plans I have for you", declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Wow, we all know God has a plan for us but do you know how wonderful, how comforting it is to know He has a plan for our children, too? If I am in the Word, if I am raising my children in the Word, then He will merely use me as an instrument to carry out His plans for my children. God has the best to offer my children. It is my job to trust in that and to take precious care of all He has entrusted me with. And I believe this can be true with anything from cultivating talents on up to much bigger life decisions. It's not always going to be blissful, it won't always be painful, but it will always be perfect if it's part of His plan.
So, what will I do? I'll teach my kids the values I hold dear. I'll teach them about God, about Jesus, about how important it is to have a relationship with Him. I'll seek out the things I see they are good at, I'll encourage them, I will praise the good things they do, I will build them up to feel good about themselves, I will punish when necessary, but most important I'll pray for my children. I will look to God for His counsel. I will trust God for their futures.
Annie
Now, I have so much to learn. I have no special wisdom. One particular thing that comes to mind is hobbies. Figure skating was a huge part of my life for a long time. When I became the mother of a daughter I couldn't wait for her to put ice skates on! And as soon as she could wear the smallest size skates, she was out there. And you know what? She hated it! So what do I do? She's only 3 or 4 years old at this point. Does she know enough to know she hates it? Do I need to encourage her to stick with it and not give up? I decided, as much as it pained me, to let her quit skating. She wanted to swim, so I encouraged that instead. She loves it! I can definitely see a difference in how she reacts to swimming. Now she has also decided that she wants to dance. I've decided I want to give her all the opportunities I can to let her explore what is out there. I want her to look back on her childhood and know that I encouraged her to find something she loved and took pride in watching her excel at. Isn't that better then being a dreaded "skating mom", you know, the kind who forces their child to do what they wanted to do in their youth...the kind who live their dreams through their children? Well, I think so :) Not that I will encourage her give up on things too easily...she doesn't much enjoy going to church lately. She doesn't like AWANAS and now she's decided she doesn't like children's choir. Not going to church is not an option. I help out in her class at AWANAS and can see why she doesn't enjoy it (that is a whole other story). But, she isn't allowed to give up both AWANAS and choir. I gave her a choice, she could drop one or the other. I thought she'd drop AWANAS, but she picked choir! Then she decided she wanted to stick with both! Maybe she just wanted the freedom to choose for herself.
Jeremiah 29:11...one of my all time favorite verses. "For I know the plans I have for you", declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Wow, we all know God has a plan for us but do you know how wonderful, how comforting it is to know He has a plan for our children, too? If I am in the Word, if I am raising my children in the Word, then He will merely use me as an instrument to carry out His plans for my children. God has the best to offer my children. It is my job to trust in that and to take precious care of all He has entrusted me with. And I believe this can be true with anything from cultivating talents on up to much bigger life decisions. It's not always going to be blissful, it won't always be painful, but it will always be perfect if it's part of His plan.
So, what will I do? I'll teach my kids the values I hold dear. I'll teach them about God, about Jesus, about how important it is to have a relationship with Him. I'll seek out the things I see they are good at, I'll encourage them, I will praise the good things they do, I will build them up to feel good about themselves, I will punish when necessary, but most important I'll pray for my children. I will look to God for His counsel. I will trust God for their futures.
Annie
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Faithful Thoughts
I'm really excited to introduce a new idea today. I've had the good fortune to talk two of my friends into joining me once a month on this blog to discuss varying topics. We will call it "Faithful Thoughts" and we hope that our ideas, comments and perspectives will be interesting and even inspiring to our readers. We are open to topic suggestions and as always, we love comments. Let me introduce my friends;
Annie is the mother of three from Colorado. She has been my friend since before kindergarten and we have somehow managed to maintain a friendship throughout the years and across the miles. Annie has a degree in writing and is a practicing Baptist. It's this combination that I know will enable her to offer a different perspective to our topics (and perhaps edit our drafts before posting).
Lisa is the mother of two from Utah. She is the busiest mom I know. Not only does she get a lot done, she does everything with high energy and efficiency. I've known Lisa for a few years now and felt very fortunate to learn from her example. Lisa is a practicing Mormon with a degree in nutrition who is very accomplished at expressing her thoughts and opinions.
I'll have each of them give greater, in depth accounts of themselves because there is so much more to them than what I have written. (If I've gotten anything wrong ladies, please feel free to edit.)
I hope all our readers enjoy this new feature on A Force For Good. We're really excited to share our thoughts and ideas with you all and hopefully we can each gain greater knowledge and understanding.
Annie is the mother of three from Colorado. She has been my friend since before kindergarten and we have somehow managed to maintain a friendship throughout the years and across the miles. Annie has a degree in writing and is a practicing Baptist. It's this combination that I know will enable her to offer a different perspective to our topics (and perhaps edit our drafts before posting).
Lisa is the mother of two from Utah. She is the busiest mom I know. Not only does she get a lot done, she does everything with high energy and efficiency. I've known Lisa for a few years now and felt very fortunate to learn from her example. Lisa is a practicing Mormon with a degree in nutrition who is very accomplished at expressing her thoughts and opinions.
I'll have each of them give greater, in depth accounts of themselves because there is so much more to them than what I have written. (If I've gotten anything wrong ladies, please feel free to edit.)
I hope all our readers enjoy this new feature on A Force For Good. We're really excited to share our thoughts and ideas with you all and hopefully we can each gain greater knowledge and understanding.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Pre-Ramble
When, in the course of election events, it becomes too evident that the candidates running for office are narcissistic and characteristically elusive it becomes the duty of the American people to search out for themselves the true leader for America! Leave not the selection of our president to the media and pundits, educate yourselves! Feast not upon the word of FOX News nor the report of The Wall Street Journal. You must seek for yourselves, in the far corners of the world, the true identity and intentions of those who would seek your vote. Be it known citizens, you have a difficult task. One that will require the best you have to give. Fear not, this mission is within your power and ability. We are looking to you to save the world!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Tip Junkie
Here is a really fun blog that I enjoy reading occasionally. Give it a look-see yourself.
www.tipjunkie.blogspot.com
(I tried to add the URL but for some reason, it won't let me today)
www.tipjunkie.blogspot.com
(I tried to add the URL but for some reason, it won't let me today)
Friday, January 11, 2008
Mr. Romney Take Note
Hey, for your next debate try saying this:
"I'm not the least bit ashamed of my faith, I'm certainly going to practice it unashamedly whether I'm a president or not a president."
oh, whoops, someone already did. This is just begging for a comment about intolerance but I won't go there.
The sad thing about the republican nominees is that they are so busy smacking each other on the back of their heads they don't realize that they are irritating their potential voters. Listening to the republican debates is like listening to my children argue. I spend all day refereeing squabbles, I don't want to turn on a debate and listen to another one. One sure way to lose an election; make your opponent look more mature than you.
"I'm not the least bit ashamed of my faith, I'm certainly going to practice it unashamedly whether I'm a president or not a president."
oh, whoops, someone already did. This is just begging for a comment about intolerance but I won't go there.
The sad thing about the republican nominees is that they are so busy smacking each other on the back of their heads they don't realize that they are irritating their potential voters. Listening to the republican debates is like listening to my children argue. I spend all day refereeing squabbles, I don't want to turn on a debate and listen to another one. One sure way to lose an election; make your opponent look more mature than you.
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
WHY GOD MADE MOMS
Answers given by 2nd grade school children to the following questions:
Why did God make mothers?
1. She's the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.
2. Mostly to clean the house.
3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.
How did God make mothers?
1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.
2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.
3. God made my Mom just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts.
What ingredients are mothers made of?
1. God makes mothers out of clouds and angel hair and everything nice in the world and one dab of mean.
2. They had to get their start from men's bones. Then they mostly use string, I think.
Why did God give you your mother and not some other mom?
1. We're related.
2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people's moms like me.
What kind of little girl was your mom?
1. My Mom has always been my mom and none of that other stuff.
2. I don't know because I wasn't there, but my guess would be pretty bossy.
3. They say she used to be nice.
What did mom need to know about dad before she married him?
1. His last name.
2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does he get drunk on beer?
3. Does he make at least $800 a year? Did he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?
Why did your mom marry your dad?
1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my Mom eats a lot.
2. She got too old to do anything else with him.
3. My grandma says that Mom didn't have her thinking cap on.
Who's the boss at your house?
1. Mom doesn't want to be boss, but she has to because dad's such a goof ball.
2. Mom. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff under the bed.
3. I guess Mom is, but only because she has a lot more to do than dad.
What's the difference between moms & dads?
1. Moms work at work and work at home and dads just go to work at work.
2. Moms know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.
3. Dads are taller & stronger, but moms have all the real power 'cause that's who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at your friend's.
4. Moms have magic; they make you feel better without medicine.
What does your mom do in her spare time?
1. Mothers don't do spare time.
2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.
What would it take to make your mom perfect?
1. On the inside she's already perfect. Outside, I think some kind of plastic surgery.
2. Diet. You know her hair. I'd diet, maybe blue.
If you could change one thing about your mom, what would it be?
1 .. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean. I'd get rid of that.
2. I'd make my mom smarter. Then she would know it was my sister who did it and not me.
3. I would like for her to get rid of those invisible eyes on the back of her head.
Answers given by 2nd grade school children to the following questions:
Why did God make mothers?
1. She's the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.
2. Mostly to clean the house.
3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.
How did God make mothers?
1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.
2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.
3. God made my Mom just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts.
What ingredients are mothers made of?
1. God makes mothers out of clouds and angel hair and everything nice in the world and one dab of mean.
2. They had to get their start from men's bones. Then they mostly use string, I think.
Why did God give you your mother and not some other mom?
1. We're related.
2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people's moms like me.
What kind of little girl was your mom?
1. My Mom has always been my mom and none of that other stuff.
2. I don't know because I wasn't there, but my guess would be pretty bossy.
3. They say she used to be nice.
What did mom need to know about dad before she married him?
1. His last name.
2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does he get drunk on beer?
3. Does he make at least $800 a year? Did he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?
Why did your mom marry your dad?
1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my Mom eats a lot.
2. She got too old to do anything else with him.
3. My grandma says that Mom didn't have her thinking cap on.
Who's the boss at your house?
1. Mom doesn't want to be boss, but she has to because dad's such a goof ball.
2. Mom. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff under the bed.
3. I guess Mom is, but only because she has a lot more to do than dad.
What's the difference between moms & dads?
1. Moms work at work and work at home and dads just go to work at work.
2. Moms know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.
3. Dads are taller & stronger, but moms have all the real power 'cause that's who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at your friend's.
4. Moms have magic; they make you feel better without medicine.
What does your mom do in her spare time?
1. Mothers don't do spare time.
2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.
What would it take to make your mom perfect?
1. On the inside she's already perfect. Outside, I think some kind of plastic surgery.
2. Diet. You know her hair. I'd diet, maybe blue.
If you could change one thing about your mom, what would it be?
1 .. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean. I'd get rid of that.
2. I'd make my mom smarter. Then she would know it was my sister who did it and not me.
3. I would like for her to get rid of those invisible eyes on the back of her head.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Stolen Idea
Fast Payday Loans
Stole this idea from Lisa. I'm feeling relieved to be in the same class. It must be because I read her blog.
Head in the Clouds
I had the opportunity to travel to Portland today to visit my parents. I've made this trip several times but there was something about my flight's descent that really moved me. The sun was so bright above the clouds and I found that as we made our initial descent I tried as for as long as I could to see the sun before it was completely obscured behind the overcast sky. It was interesting as we popped through one cloud to see the ground below only to have our entire view blocked with another low lying cloud. This experience was very moving and I had the thought that this must be what it was like to come to earth, leaving our first heavenly home. I can only hope that as my spirit came to earth I tried to see my Heavenly Father for as long as I could, not unlike wishing to glimpse the sun from within the clouds. Descending on a flight is always filled with excitement and trepidation. It seems like giving up one wonderful thing for another. Perhaps the pangs of regret are soothed with the knowledge that there may be many times I am unable to see the bright sun but knowing that no matter how grey and overcast the skies, I would always remember how bright it was above the clouds and that the sun is always there.
Saturday, January 5, 2008
New Party
I am now declaring my new political affiliation: Republicrat
My perfect candidate: 1/2 Barack Obama, 1/4 Mitt Romney, 1/8 John McCain and 1/8 John Edwards. Now that's one hell of a president!
My perfect candidate: 1/2 Barack Obama, 1/4 Mitt Romney, 1/8 John McCain and 1/8 John Edwards. Now that's one hell of a president!
Friday, January 4, 2008
Nothing Better
There is nothing better than the feel of my daughter's arms around my neck or the way my son runs out of the house as I'm pulling out of the garage and yells "hugs and kisses". There is nothing better than great family moments that catch me completely by surprise and make me realize that there's nothing better than the life I get to live.
Yeah Baby
Woo Hoo! Way to go Barack Obama, laying the smack down on Hillary Clinton!! Love that man.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Diet Tips
My husband bought several very long King Crab legs at our local Costco New Year's Eve. (He says he feels compelled to support those who lose their lives to bring us the bounty of the deep.) But here it is, the third of January and I still have freakishly long, orange appendages on the bottom shelf of my refrigerator. Needless to say, every time I open the door I am greeted with the hypnotic smell of fish. Now, most of you would say, throw the offending legs out. But I am in a bit of a quandary. Since this week was a holiday, the trash guy doesn't come for another day and we have a couple of roaming dogs in the area who would undoubtedly attack my garbage receptacles should I place the "dead for several days" fish into them. Which of course would result in my picking up mangled, freakishly long orange appendages from the grass. No thanks. So I have opted to keep the crab in my refrigerator for yet another day. I have found this to be a strangely effective diet strategy as I have no desire to eat anything that comes from my refrigerator. So here's my tip: all new year dieters, just fill your fridge with rotting fish and viola, instant appetite suppressant.
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Happy '08!
It's the new year and I'm off to a good start. So far I've managed to organize the garage and clean out three closets which sadly needed to be cleaned months ago. I'm full of optimism for this year and really excited to see what experiences lie ahead. Things to look forward to in '08:
American Fork Steel Days Parade
PTA President
Trip to Alaska
Blogging
Kids Birthdays
Holidays
Losing 10 pounds (ugh)
Family vacations
Yee Haw!
American Fork Steel Days Parade
PTA President
Trip to Alaska
Blogging
Kids Birthdays
Holidays
Losing 10 pounds (ugh)
Family vacations
Yee Haw!
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