Camera Cutie

Got this video of Hailey on a cooperative day.  She is just so dang cute.

Gabe' Baptism Weekend

Boy was it an eventful weekend!!  In reality it was Gabe's weekend.  We were busy and did lots of things together.  At the same time it was so special because my Gabber got baptized.  It was wonderful.  I can't even describe the feeling of watching your child doing and following the Gospel and knowing that he is developing such a strong testimony from it.  

The weekend started early for us due to the fact it was a half day Friday.  That basically means they let the kids out at 12:20 and they get to come home early to us.  I didn't want to just sit inside, because it was such a beautiful day out.  So I took all the kids to a local park.  The two girls played and didn't bug me at all.  The boys kept saying they were bored because there was no one there age to play with.  I get so tired of those words.  Who gets bored at a gigantic playground?  So I let the boys use my camera for a little stretch each.  Actually got some great shots.

 Hailey loves the slides

 Weee...he is such a ham.

 Logan took this pic and I love it.

 aviator Kory, yep didn't know about this one.

 Logan took this one too...great shot.

 Me and my little munchkin.

 He was in the middle of saying no, which made for a great picture.

  He made for a great seat.

Saturday arrived and Gabe had been training and signed up for the County Cross Country event. They had to run about 3/4 of a mile and there were so many people there.  But Gabe did great for his first race.  He got 55 out of 164 boys.

 Hailey throwing a fit in the wet grass because she wanted on the playground.

 Gabe just finished.

 Go Gabber

  Then what a better way to end the day then Gabe getting baptized.  He was so excited.  It was wonderful.  And I will never forget how after he was confirmed he sat next to me and held my hand. Then he looked up at me and said he couldn't stop smiling.  I love my family.

  

Sunday General Conference

What a great way to end my conference weekend!!  I loved every moment of it.  Even with the kids running around being crazy since we were stuck inside all day together.  I want them to remember Conference Sunday's and the closeness we feel as a family in our home.  I have just felt so blessed this time around.  I feel as though most of the talks were directed towards me.  And in feeling that I have taken in a lot that I feel I need to address.  I think we all need Conference time to re-evaluate where we are headed and where we want to go.

The best part for me was hearing President Monson bare his testimony on how the Lord loves us.  I felt it with all my heart that this was true.  That the Lord is watching over me and wants what is best for me.  I have no doubt in my mind that he knows my feelings and my weakness and my concerns.  He is aware of what I am going through and He wants to help me.  What a blessing that is that we have such support and concern for our welfare.  How comforting to me to know that I have someone so wonderful and powerful watching after me.  I feel strength and peace and for the first time in a long time I feel such devotion to myself and family that I want to get out there and make a difference. 

I also feel such a strong conviction and connection to my ancestors that have set such a strong example for me to follow.  I know they are aware of me and watching me.  I have big steps to follow and I feel it urgent that I follow the path that they have set for me and my family.  I don't want to let them down and I don't want to let my own family down who will feel the consequences of everything that I do.  I love my Savior with all my heart.  What he has done for me and all the wonderful knowledge and opportunities that I have because of the Atonement.  I know that if I keep striving to live the commandments and love everyone as my Savior and Father in Heaven love me then I can live eternally with my family.  Which is the most wonderful gift of all. 

I also have a deep love for the Book of Mormon.  The wonderful lessons and knowledge I get from each verse.  I love to read from it everyday and I feel stronger and more empowered to face the world when I do so.  I am so grateful for the Gospel and the wonderful example of my parents in rearing me within it.  Thank you so much for keeping true to your covenants so that I can have all these wonderful blessings.  I know that this Gospel is true.  In the name of Jesus Christ our Savior and Redeemer, Amen.

Saturday General Conference

Has it really been that long Blogger? I guess I have been absorbed with things more or less. Don't worry, I still haven't taken any pictures since my last post. I think my camera has dust collecting on it. My mind has been all over the place it seems. But for once it has been great for me. I have been just so rejuvenated by the Relief Society Conference that I haven't really touched ground yet. Ok, maybe with the kids I have been lacking in patience and long suffering but who wouldn't?

Today Corey and I actually watched both sessions of General Conference. In the 12 years we have been married this was a first. I just really enjoyed it. Since both boys are 8 and older we made them watch the first session with us. Logan actually watched and was able to tell us what the talks were about. Gabe not so much. But I feel like I have been given so many things to think about and apply in my own life. And we still have tomorrow. It is honestly days like today where I feel extremely blessed to be a Mormon. No other words could describe how I have been lately. I feel I have been given this great gift and now I am eager to get going. It only took me two years of being stubborn and losing myself in the world I guess you could say. I have finally figured out what is most important and now I am going after it with guesto.

I will try to take more pictures, but I am sure not too many people read this blog anyways. But for those few who do, I know you want pictures. Just like books the best ones have some pictures in them. This coming week has lots going on so I will take my camera with me for photo opps. Find something to be happy about.....I know I have.