Monday, January 16, 2012
I know I need to blog. I don't think I have had such a long break between posts since I began blogging. Especially during such a busy time of year. Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, school, etc. I've just lost a little bit of creative thinking. But.....here is a cute face for everyone to enjoy. I know I sure do!
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
30 Things I Have Learned in 30 Years (written by Matt)
30. While at the time it may seem painful, having someone put a bike lock around your neck and a poll makes for a great story.
29. You will never know how much the little things you do can make a difference to somebody. Helping a little brother learn to put contacts in may not mean much to the older brother.
28. If you can’t enjoy Monday through Friday you need to find a new job/career.
27. There is nothing weirder than a group of teenagers who have an affinity for things that are orange, except possibly a group that despises green.
26. There is no way to truly understand unconditional love until you have children.
25. While at the time it may seem painful, having someone perform a blitzkrieg on you with a BB gun makes for a great story.
24. If you are fortunate enough to have the means to pursue an education, you should obtain as much as you can. You will never regret it.
23. Doing handstands over the stairwell at Taylorsville high is unbelievably stupid.
22. You can’t get promoted until there is somebody qualified to take your job. Be willing to share your knowledge with those around you.
21. Finding/making quiet time to talk with your spouse is the best investment you can make into your marriage.
20. While at the time it may seem painful, taking a rock bottom through a sheet rock table makes for a great story.
19. Everybody is struggling with something and nobody has a free ride. Because of this you should always be nicer than is necessary.
18. Be thankful for your bishop and try to cut him a break when he makes mistakes, he carries a tremendous burden.
17. New car smell is awesome
16. Rolling a soap box car with your first date on the back sure sucks at the time, but sure makes for a great story.
15. Be willing to take chances and become okay with rejection. You will be surprised at the opportunities you will be given.
14. Every new stage with children is hard and seems like the end of the world, but they do grow out of it.
13. Try to be a good home teacher. It is good for the soul to care for others.
12. I’ve never found a testimony to be built on grand experiences. Look for the subtle whisperings of the spirit.
11. It is okay to have lots of kids. It is nice to have brothers and a sister that you truly enjoy being with.
10. Don’t ask why you have to take generals when your degree is not related. College is there to teach you to think. If you only want to learn a skill, go to a trade school.
9. If you feel overwhelmed, stop, take a breath, and make a list.
8. Having a mix up with Diamond Brady may be unbelievably embarrassing, but it sure makes for a good story.
7. Spend time with your spouse and go on dates. A happy marriage is the only thing that matters in life.
6. Smile a lot. It will make you more pleasant to be around.
5. Kids adapt very well. If you stay positive, they will stay positive.
4. Look for chances to put your spouse first.
3. If you are always looking for the next opportunity it is hard to be happy where you are at.
2. Count each little hug and kiss from young children. They are limited and a precious commodity.
1. If you are lucky enough to be married to your best friend, you can handle anything (I love you Erica).
29. You will never know how much the little things you do can make a difference to somebody. Helping a little brother learn to put contacts in may not mean much to the older brother.
28. If you can’t enjoy Monday through Friday you need to find a new job/career.
27. There is nothing weirder than a group of teenagers who have an affinity for things that are orange, except possibly a group that despises green.
26. There is no way to truly understand unconditional love until you have children.
25. While at the time it may seem painful, having someone perform a blitzkrieg on you with a BB gun makes for a great story.
24. If you are fortunate enough to have the means to pursue an education, you should obtain as much as you can. You will never regret it.
23. Doing handstands over the stairwell at Taylorsville high is unbelievably stupid.
22. You can’t get promoted until there is somebody qualified to take your job. Be willing to share your knowledge with those around you.
21. Finding/making quiet time to talk with your spouse is the best investment you can make into your marriage.
20. While at the time it may seem painful, taking a rock bottom through a sheet rock table makes for a great story.
19. Everybody is struggling with something and nobody has a free ride. Because of this you should always be nicer than is necessary.
18. Be thankful for your bishop and try to cut him a break when he makes mistakes, he carries a tremendous burden.
17. New car smell is awesome
16. Rolling a soap box car with your first date on the back sure sucks at the time, but sure makes for a great story.
15. Be willing to take chances and become okay with rejection. You will be surprised at the opportunities you will be given.
14. Every new stage with children is hard and seems like the end of the world, but they do grow out of it.
13. Try to be a good home teacher. It is good for the soul to care for others.
12. I’ve never found a testimony to be built on grand experiences. Look for the subtle whisperings of the spirit.
11. It is okay to have lots of kids. It is nice to have brothers and a sister that you truly enjoy being with.
10. Don’t ask why you have to take generals when your degree is not related. College is there to teach you to think. If you only want to learn a skill, go to a trade school.
9. If you feel overwhelmed, stop, take a breath, and make a list.
8. Having a mix up with Diamond Brady may be unbelievably embarrassing, but it sure makes for a good story.
7. Spend time with your spouse and go on dates. A happy marriage is the only thing that matters in life.
6. Smile a lot. It will make you more pleasant to be around.
5. Kids adapt very well. If you stay positive, they will stay positive.
4. Look for chances to put your spouse first.
3. If you are always looking for the next opportunity it is hard to be happy where you are at.
2. Count each little hug and kiss from young children. They are limited and a precious commodity.
1. If you are lucky enough to be married to your best friend, you can handle anything (I love you Erica).
Dear Keith,
Dear Keith,
You are so wonderful and smiley. We wish you could be a little less whiny. Just a little bit would be great! You are learning to sit up by yourself and it seems to be the only thing that makes you happy sometimes. Laying on the floor doesn't quite cut it anymore. Your sisters love to sneak around on the floor to scare you. You laugh at them and they play this game with you for a long time and none of you tire from it. With the time change, you are no longer up until 11:00 each night which is great. Keep up the good work! You are almost 6 months which is so incredible. What a wonderful 6 months it has been. Love you - mom
You are so wonderful and smiley. We wish you could be a little less whiny. Just a little bit would be great! You are learning to sit up by yourself and it seems to be the only thing that makes you happy sometimes. Laying on the floor doesn't quite cut it anymore. Your sisters love to sneak around on the floor to scare you. You laugh at them and they play this game with you for a long time and none of you tire from it. With the time change, you are no longer up until 11:00 each night which is great. Keep up the good work! You are almost 6 months which is so incredible. What a wonderful 6 months it has been. Love you - mom
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Play Make-Up
Last year for Christmas, Megan bought Rebecca some "real" play makeup. I have had it in the cupboard this entire year not wanting to deal with the mess. While reading a friends blog last week, she had a picture of her 2 young daughters playing with makeup and it didn't look too horrible. We got it out right before bath time last week and we all had a great time. If only you could have seen the beauty that they created on me. We're still working on the concept of less is more.
Dear Allison,
Dear Allison,
Thanks for being such a sweet girl. You like to negotiate which can be really cute but can also drive us crazy. You never take no as the final answer without trying a couple of additional times. We both think it will get you far in life - always pushing for what you really want. You are star of the week this week and you are loving the extra attention at school. I loved making your poster with you this weekend. You are always so good to give thanks for the things you receive. It is wonderful for us to hear sometimes. Thank you for that!
Love you tons - mom
Dear Rebecca,
Dear Rebecca,
You make me laugh each day but you also make me cry. Can you try to be a little less defiant and stubborn? Only one of us can win these battles and I would prefer that it be me. You are starting to eat better and even asked me for spinach but a little less fight would be wonderful. You have SO much personality which I am very grateful for, and also SCARED about! Love you tons Becca-Roo
You make me laugh each day but you also make me cry. Can you try to be a little less defiant and stubborn? Only one of us can win these battles and I would prefer that it be me. You are starting to eat better and even asked me for spinach but a little less fight would be wonderful. You have SO much personality which I am very grateful for, and also SCARED about! Love you tons Becca-Roo
Dear Megan,
Dear Megan,
Please try not to get so distracted when asked to complete a task. It drives me crazy!! You love to organize but sometimes I just want it picked up and thrown in a box.
I love you!
Love, Mom
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