The Van

It is such a blessing to have a van that runs great!  I can have a sleeping baby in the car and read while the older kids play at the park.  We do this kind of thing all the time.  It's a blessing to be close together sharing memories.

Primary Songs

Recently I remembered when my older ones were little I would play Primary songs in the background to invite the Spirit. For some reason I got out of the habit. But I've been trying it lately. It can add to the noise level. Everyone doesn't just quietly go about their activities with a song/prayer in their heart. Which is probably why I quit playing the music in the first place. However, do think it is a way to invite the Holy Ghost. Even if it inspires us to speak a little more kindly, pray a little more, or act with a bit more reverence it will be worth the effort. I'm so glad Heavenly Father blessed us with sacred music.

Moroni's Ordination

Today my wonderful son, Moroni, was ordained to the office of a deacon.  Moroni is strong and determined! He has a determination to stand for the right regardless of the consequences. He is a sweetheart with a big heart! I feel so blessed and humbled to be his mom. I learn so much from him! I love my dear Moroni!

Cranky

If I focus too much on the to-do list I can become a bit cranky and discouraged.  There is so much to do.  However, if I focus on making the people around me happy and helping them as I can it seems better.  Problem is with this approach I quite often look up and find it is dinner time and nothing prepared.  But somehow there has got to be a balance.  Somehow I have got to make this all work.  I know the Lord is showing me bit by bit.  The key is not to lose hope or faith and live worthy of the Spirit by not getting cranky.  The other day I was praying for guidance.  I felt the Lord whisper gently, "Don't give up on your goals."  At least I think it was from the Lord.  Maybe it was just me, but I'm going to work like crazy to meet these worthy objectives.  With the Lord's help we can do it!!!

Bus

One of our family's goals this year is to get a bus and convert it to greisel and into an RV with bunks, a bathroom, a kitchenette, dining sets, and a grand master bedroom. We are all so stink'n excited we can hardly stand it! It would man we could travel around the country for free (fuel & lodging wise). Last night we went to look at the perfect bus for our family. It only $6000.00. However, that is $6,000.00 more than we have right now. We just got out of debt. But it was so tempting! We will just have to work, save, and wait! I'm glad Heavenly Father helped us keep His commandments.

Night Driving

Jessica is close to getting her driver's license. She just has the test and finishing her 10 hours of night driving. We ask went our as a family for a couple hours this evening. We were blessed to get back safely and we were blessed to listen to Conference talks on the way. The later was very important because Jaremy and I were at each others throats for a bit. It helped me humble myself and repent.

Saturday Morning

We slept in this morning. In fact, I am still in bed pondering scriptures and the teachings of the prophets. What a blessing to take a relaxed moment to soak in the Word of God and feel His Spirit. Perhaps I have been to rushed to take enough time to really feast on the scriptures. I must slow down and calm down and invite the Lord's guidance by taking plenty of time to study the scriptures, pray, ponder, and share the Gospel with more love with my dear children. I'm so grateful for a testimony of my loving Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son. I hope I can live true to this testimony.