We were lucky enough to be able to visit the Boston temple. The grounds are so beautiful and the feeling of comfort and peace was overwhelming as you walked around.
Simply a blessing we were all able to go as a family.
Tuesday, August 24
Weekend with the family
My family took a wonderful little trip to Massachusetts to visit my mom's extended family for the weekend. It was such a nice get away and a great bonding experience before everyone headed back to school.
We were lucky enough to be able to visit the Boston temple. The grounds are so beautiful and the feeling of comfort and peace was overwhelming as you walked around.
Simply a blessing we were all able to go as a family.
We were lucky enough to be able to visit the Boston temple. The grounds are so beautiful and the feeling of comfort and peace was overwhelming as you walked around.
Simply a blessing we were all able to go as a family.
Sunday, August 8
Inspiration
It's very important to think positive thoughts about who you are, because you'll seldom go beyond what you believe to be true about yourself.
Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person that you meet.
To make all of your friends feel that something is special in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature that you meet a smile.
To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
To be to large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and to happy to permit the presence of trouble.
-By Christian D. Larsen
Tuesday, July 27
thought...
i am the master of my fate. i am the captain of my soul.
"who are you to judge my life? i know that i'm not perfect and don't live life to be. but before you start pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean." -- bob marley
"who are you to judge my life? i know that i'm not perfect and don't live life to be. but before you start pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean." -- bob marley
Sunday, July 25
Tuesday, July 20
Summer Adventure
I love Seattle.
Took a trip to visit a friend.
Had a lovely time just relaxing.
The sky is the bluest sky I have ever seen,
& the weather was lovely while I was there.
Can't wait to live there : )
Monday, June 28
Spinning
I signed up for a spin class finally! I have been wanting to take a spin class for about a year now, and saw that the REC center offered one to the community.
So today was the first class for me. Boy did it kick my butt, and I LOVE IT! I can not wait to keep going and get better and better at it! Most of the women are older and they spin circles around me! I am the newest BIGGEST fan of spinning and I feel that it's going to be a life time friend of mine!
EVEN BETTER, when I stepped on the scale I have already lost 3 pounds! Seems to be working just fine.
Sunday, June 27
The Balloon Festival
What a fun day. I was thinking to myself that I would really like to see a Balloon Festival and watch all the balloons take off on my way to work. And when I got there, Stephani told me that where was a Balloon Festival in Howell. HOW INCREDIBLE and fast the spirit works. It was so much fun watching all the balloons take off.
I WANT ONE!!!
Look how beautiful they all are up in the sky. There were so many more than this! It was incredible to see!
Then at Dusk they had the GLOW, where all the balloons inflated again and they all lit up at the same time. SO PRETTY!
Stephani took this, it's seriously my favorite one.
I WANT ONE!!!
Look how beautiful they all are up in the sky. There were so many more than this! It was incredible to see!
Then at Dusk they had the GLOW, where all the balloons inflated again and they all lit up at the same time. SO PRETTY!
Stephani took this, it's seriously my favorite one.
This is what I have been up to...
My new lifestyle could have many names: Chauffeur, Cook, Nurse, Human Punching Bag, Snuggle buddy, Story Teller, Mediator, Best Friend, Nap Time Nagger, Jokester, Pizza Deliver Girl, Dish Washer, and so much more, but I prefer Nanny.
This job isn't the easiest one. Where by the end of the day you just pass out when your head hits the pillow, when you rethink the plan of having children when you get married, but then moments like this happen...
...and this...
... and you realize how much you love every snotty nose, every temper tantrum, and the moments where they look up at you and just smile.This is my little buddy Atris, he is 5. He is one of the boys I play in the water with, I read book too, and I watch hours of Caillou and recently Bolt with.
I also watch Connor and RJ. They are 13 and 11 and there is never a dull moment with them. They keep me on my toes and I'm sure wait for my reaction when one hits the other with what ever they can grab the fastest around them. We also have the best adventures going to Putters, Bowling, and Rolling Hills or just staying home having a Movie Day.
Loving the summer already :)
This job isn't the easiest one. Where by the end of the day you just pass out when your head hits the pillow, when you rethink the plan of having children when you get married, but then moments like this happen...
...and this...
... and you realize how much you love every snotty nose, every temper tantrum, and the moments where they look up at you and just smile.This is my little buddy Atris, he is 5. He is one of the boys I play in the water with, I read book too, and I watch hours of Caillou and recently Bolt with.
I also watch Connor and RJ. They are 13 and 11 and there is never a dull moment with them. They keep me on my toes and I'm sure wait for my reaction when one hits the other with what ever they can grab the fastest around them. We also have the best adventures going to Putters, Bowling, and Rolling Hills or just staying home having a Movie Day.
Loving the summer already :)
Thursday, June 17
Dandelion
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Tuesday, June 8
Because I Can
... Okay, lets be honest, not many people could pull this look off. Main goal in life is to put my Tyra face to work and become an underwear model. Most people don't think it's a very LDS goal... however, I
Friday, June 4
My BFFE
It was so nice that my best friend came to Michigan for a while.
It was fun to reminise with her and go to all our old hang out spots.
Taking pictures. Laughing. Shopping. jhiu& Well more laughing...
She is my other half.
The only person I know who can read my mind half way across the states.
Can make me laugh like no one ever could.
Has been with my through everything.
& We are still making memories to laugh about in the future.
Wednesday, May 26
SuperWoman
"... they shall bow down to thee with their face towards the earth, and lick up the sut of thy feet... for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me." 1 Nephi 21:23
I need to stop doubting my power. The power that has been given to me. I need to forget who I used to be, the past me. Those things I did are no longer me, they are something that I have no interest in. I am not ashamed of what I believe, however those memories of the "easy" life come back so freely. This is what I was afraid of. This is what everyone was afraid of. The girl I pretended to be. The girl I got so used to playing. No, I know so much more than those people do. I have felt more love and peace than those people let themselves feel. I am past all the pain and drama they put themselves in.
Those memories are no longer my own. When I got off probation, when I was forgiven completely He recognized me as a new person. Completely clean slate and white garments. It is only me that has chosen not to forget. I don't know who that person was and why she did the things she did.
I am a daughter of God. All his promises are my promises. All his blessings are my blessings. All his love is for me. I know who I am and where I am going. I remember.
I need to stop doubting my power. The power that has been given to me. I need to forget who I used to be, the past me. Those things I did are no longer me, they are something that I have no interest in. I am not ashamed of what I believe, however those memories of the "easy" life come back so freely. This is what I was afraid of. This is what everyone was afraid of. The girl I pretended to be. The girl I got so used to playing. No, I know so much more than those people do. I have felt more love and peace than those people let themselves feel. I am past all the pain and drama they put themselves in.
Those memories are no longer my own. When I got off probation, when I was forgiven completely He recognized me as a new person. Completely clean slate and white garments. It is only me that has chosen not to forget. I don't know who that person was and why she did the things she did.
I am a daughter of God. All his promises are my promises. All his blessings are my blessings. All his love is for me. I know who I am and where I am going. I remember.
Monday, May 24
I believe
I guess I'm getting used to it here...
Not really having any friends.
Having everyone want to do things that I don't want to.
Explaining myself and what I believe on a daily basis.
Feeling constantly judged and completely misunderstood.
Sometimes I really just wish I could run back to safe little Utah.
It's not easy here.
I'm learning what I believe.
I believe in The Church of Later Day Saints
I believe that I am blessed when I don't participate in drinking (alcohol or coffee), smoking, bars/parties, and rated R movies.
I believe in the Book of Mormon.
In going to church every Sunday.
Not buying things on the sabbath.
I believe that paying tithing brings so many blessings to your life.
I believe in the power of prayer.
I know that the work that is done in the temple is sacred.
I believe that families can be together for eternity.
I believe in the Holy Ghost and the sweet comfort and testaments he brings me.
I believe in missionary work.
I know that going on a mission is my next big step, that I am ment to take.
I believe in Joseph Smith and the wonder restoration he did with the Gospel.
I know that he lived for me, so that I could have the Gospel in my life and for generations.
I believe that Thomas S. Monson is the true Prophet today and that he does receive revelation today.
I believe in the Atonement. That Jesus Christ bled from every poor in Gethsemane and died on the cross for my sins- so that I could return to my Heavenly Father one day.
And I know it's not easy to live what you believe on your sleeve. To stick up for the things you believe, in fear that other people will judge you or think you are wrong. I know because I was probably one of the people who judged. I wish I had known what I know now, and felt the love that I feel now. The change that I have seen in my life and myself, the power that I have been given, there just is no way I could go back to living the life I was living. I know that I am right. I know that the things I am doing are right because the Holy Ghost testifies to me all the time.
I know that I am a daughter of God and that he loves me more than I could ever know. He has a plan for me and I gladly follow him, and receive his help and guidance along the way.
Amen :)
Not really having any friends.
Having everyone want to do things that I don't want to.
Explaining myself and what I believe on a daily basis.
Feeling constantly judged and completely misunderstood.
Sometimes I really just wish I could run back to safe little Utah.
It's not easy here.
I'm learning what I believe.
I believe in The Church of Later Day Saints
I believe that I am blessed when I don't participate in drinking (alcohol or coffee), smoking, bars/parties, and rated R movies.
I believe in the Book of Mormon.
In going to church every Sunday.
Not buying things on the sabbath.
I believe that paying tithing brings so many blessings to your life.
I believe in the power of prayer.
I know that the work that is done in the temple is sacred.
I believe that families can be together for eternity.
I believe in the Holy Ghost and the sweet comfort and testaments he brings me.
I believe in missionary work.
I know that going on a mission is my next big step, that I am ment to take.
I believe in Joseph Smith and the wonder restoration he did with the Gospel.
I know that he lived for me, so that I could have the Gospel in my life and for generations.
I believe that Thomas S. Monson is the true Prophet today and that he does receive revelation today.
I believe in the Atonement. That Jesus Christ bled from every poor in Gethsemane and died on the cross for my sins- so that I could return to my Heavenly Father one day.
And I know it's not easy to live what you believe on your sleeve. To stick up for the things you believe, in fear that other people will judge you or think you are wrong. I know because I was probably one of the people who judged. I wish I had known what I know now, and felt the love that I feel now. The change that I have seen in my life and myself, the power that I have been given, there just is no way I could go back to living the life I was living. I know that I am right. I know that the things I am doing are right because the Holy Ghost testifies to me all the time.
I know that I am a daughter of God and that he loves me more than I could ever know. He has a plan for me and I gladly follow him, and receive his help and guidance along the way.
Amen :)
Sunday, May 9
what a wonderful sunday
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY :)
I love Sundays.
Today I was pleasantly surprised when my bishop told me that I could get my temporary temple recommend.
The love and peace I felt as he was filling it out was just like the day I received the answer I need to go on a mission.
I DID IT!!!!
I reached my goal.
It was a lot of hard work and there are times when I forget that I really am capable of living my life like this.
Really the only thing that holds me back most of the time is myself
I have wonderful potential and the things I am going to achieve in my lifetime are far beyond my comprehension with the Lord's help.
I am grateful for my mother and all the patience and wisdom she has been able to share with me. The strong example she has given me that 'trials in your life don't kill you, they only make you stronger', has helped me get through many events in my life. Always having someone on your side, cheering you on, there when for the laughter and the tears, often the only person I can count on, is why I am so grateful for my mother and why I love her unconditionally.
I love Sundays.
Today I was pleasantly surprised when my bishop told me that I could get my temporary temple recommend.
The love and peace I felt as he was filling it out was just like the day I received the answer I need to go on a mission.
I DID IT!!!!
I reached my goal.
It was a lot of hard work and there are times when I forget that I really am capable of living my life like this.
Really the only thing that holds me back most of the time is myself
I have wonderful potential and the things I am going to achieve in my lifetime are far beyond my comprehension with the Lord's help.
I am grateful for my mother and all the patience and wisdom she has been able to share with me. The strong example she has given me that 'trials in your life don't kill you, they only make you stronger', has helped me get through many events in my life. Always having someone on your side, cheering you on, there when for the laughter and the tears, often the only person I can count on, is why I am so grateful for my mother and why I love her unconditionally.
Tuesday, May 4
GRADUATION
Graduation!
Snow College 2010
Associates of Applied Science
Legal Administrative Assistance
What's next?
A Mission :)
Associates of Applied Science
Legal Administrative Assistance
What's next?
A Mission :)
summer 2010
"God has a plan for your life,
and your life is a part of His master plan.
He has put you exactly where He needs you
for his purpose.
for his purpose.
When you know you are part of His vision,
then you can find meaning in everything you do."
- T.D. Jakeshmmm... my first blog.
i have so much to say that i don't even know where to start.
so i decided i would head to michigan for the summer...
by some divine inspiration i received.
now that i'm here i don't know if that was such a great idea.
however, i am going to make the best of this.
this will be a great opportunity to show myself how much i really have grown.
i can't wait to learn and prepare for my mission.
this summer will be full of wonderful adventures.
i'm sure of it.
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