1. Boyd K. Packard: “Do alot of forgiving and a little repenting.” Which in turn will give you the companionship of the Spirit and you will be blessed.
2. Richard Maynes: Family prayer, family scripture study, and family home evening will oversome the false traditions of the world and offer power and protection.
3. Cecil O. Samuelson, Jr.: Being hard on oneself when having sinned can be just as destructive as being casual in repentence.
4. Dallin H. Oaks: Desire leads to Priorities, which leads to Choices, which leads to Actions, which leads to what we Become.
5. Also DHO: We can override our basic desires for the welfare of others. (In my case, override my desire to sleep for the welfare of Grant and other future babies I have)
6. M. Russell Ballard: Treat others as you would like to be treated (so cliche and true. Yet many people overlook this or don’t practice it...include myself sometimes.)
7. MRS: If we don’t serve others there is little purpose in our lives.
8. Deiter F. Uchdorf: Preach the gospel at all times and if necessary use words. Lol. Love it! Aka be an example! :) People will wonder why you are happy and at peace and then you will share the reason... The gospel!
9. Have picture of the temple in every bedroom in the home.
You probably loved conference. I know I did!
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Blogging slump.
So I'm having one of those months where my blogging goal is in a slump. Partly because I haven't found my camera and my favorite part about blogging is posting pictures and videos. I also haven't actually put forth much effort in finding the camera... so the faults on me of course. But whatever. I don't feel like blogging but I will tell you some things Grant has been doing. He is teething. He is doing ring around the rosie. He is "running". He said "Jesus" at church the other day. He takes one, long, glorious nap a day. He doesn't like to be in his high chair too long, but is still hungry when we take him out... ugh. He reads books to himself. So cute! And he is walking backwards lol. His newest sign is baby.
In other news, Perry and I had our anniversary a couple days ago. It was so nice! I am probably forgetful but it was probably the best one yet! I blend together anniversaries and birthdays so I can never remember what I did or what he did for past ones specific to the dates. Anyway but it was great. Here is an excerpt from the letter I will be sending Megan today. I feel really redundant when I blog something and tell her something so enjoy!
"In the morning Perry took Grant when he woke up and let me sleep in. The he brought me a simple breakfast in bed (eggs, toast, frozen strawberries and blueberries, juice, and orange slices/quarters), then be gave me a colorful assortment of roses: pinks, whites, and oranges. Then when I got up up he brought me a bouquet of daffodils. Then he did a treasure hunt that made for him where he ended up in the bathroom to find a watch with a faux leather band (The theme was leather for third year of marriage presents). Then he brought out my present which were some cute conservative 2 inch heals...Also he got me a reversible black/brown leather belt from the DI. After we put Grant down we went to Anthem View Restaurant for lunch. We had a 2/1 coupon and I was already planning on taking him there before I got the coupon. It is romantic, cheap, and overlooking the valley. After that we took a nap together. For dinner he took me to the Excalibur hotel/casino and we saw The Tournament of the Kings, which is like Dixie Stampede in Branson but more showy cuz its Vegas you know. So that was great fun yelling and eating and what not. Afterwards we got Uswirl and watched 24. Then right before bed Perry showed me the most sweetest thing ever, which you probably already saw before, but the music video that Perry made called “Where You Are”, he showed me it and it made me cry. So sweet. I loved it! So basically the best anniversary ever."
So I have got to brag. He is the best husband ever (Am I biased?)
Also to finish up, I must tell you.... Perry is going out of town to Provo, UT to look for work. I am a very dependent in the clingy sort of the word and ever since we have been married I want to spend every moment I can with him. But I have an inkling when it comes to having children. I think children make you less dependent and more independent and that is probably what has happened. A couple years ago Perry was going to go to CA to visit family for a weekend (well a friend's wedding was the main reason). I had to work (we had no baby), and last minute I joined them on the trip. Of course its different now. I thought about surprising Perry with coming but I really don't want to go. Traveling with a baby is less than ideal. I avoid distressing, frustrating situations. Also the weather there is also less than ideal. I mean who in their right mind would willingly leave 80 degree weather to go to a colder climate. I think not. I am so attached to sunshine I will not leave unless I am moving... which may be soon, if Perry gets a job. So alas, I have some good quality time with Grant ahead. I am excited to see how it goes. This gives me much hope for future where Perry really will be gone all day for his career and sometimes not able to attend to children as he prepares lessons and whatever he does for his career. I will be able to handle it and it will be empowering!
In other news, Perry and I had our anniversary a couple days ago. It was so nice! I am probably forgetful but it was probably the best one yet! I blend together anniversaries and birthdays so I can never remember what I did or what he did for past ones specific to the dates. Anyway but it was great. Here is an excerpt from the letter I will be sending Megan today. I feel really redundant when I blog something and tell her something so enjoy!
"In the morning Perry took Grant when he woke up and let me sleep in. The he brought me a simple breakfast in bed (eggs, toast, frozen strawberries and blueberries, juice, and orange slices/quarters), then be gave me a colorful assortment of roses: pinks, whites, and oranges. Then when I got up up he brought me a bouquet of daffodils. Then he did a treasure hunt that made for him where he ended up in the bathroom to find a watch with a faux leather band (The theme was leather for third year of marriage presents). Then he brought out my present which were some cute conservative 2 inch heals...Also he got me a reversible black/brown leather belt from the DI. After we put Grant down we went to Anthem View Restaurant for lunch. We had a 2/1 coupon and I was already planning on taking him there before I got the coupon. It is romantic, cheap, and overlooking the valley. After that we took a nap together. For dinner he took me to the Excalibur hotel/casino and we saw The Tournament of the Kings, which is like Dixie Stampede in Branson but more showy cuz its Vegas you know. So that was great fun yelling and eating and what not. Afterwards we got Uswirl and watched 24. Then right before bed Perry showed me the most sweetest thing ever, which you probably already saw before, but the music video that Perry made called “Where You Are”, he showed me it and it made me cry. So sweet. I loved it! So basically the best anniversary ever."
So I have got to brag. He is the best husband ever (Am I biased?)
Also to finish up, I must tell you.... Perry is going out of town to Provo, UT to look for work. I am a very dependent in the clingy sort of the word and ever since we have been married I want to spend every moment I can with him. But I have an inkling when it comes to having children. I think children make you less dependent and more independent and that is probably what has happened. A couple years ago Perry was going to go to CA to visit family for a weekend (well a friend's wedding was the main reason). I had to work (we had no baby), and last minute I joined them on the trip. Of course its different now. I thought about surprising Perry with coming but I really don't want to go. Traveling with a baby is less than ideal. I avoid distressing, frustrating situations. Also the weather there is also less than ideal. I mean who in their right mind would willingly leave 80 degree weather to go to a colder climate. I think not. I am so attached to sunshine I will not leave unless I am moving... which may be soon, if Perry gets a job. So alas, I have some good quality time with Grant ahead. I am excited to see how it goes. This gives me much hope for future where Perry really will be gone all day for his career and sometimes not able to attend to children as he prepares lessons and whatever he does for his career. I will be able to handle it and it will be empowering!
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