Jessica's First Job

Jessica got a job working as a server at China Chefs. It will give her an opportunity to practice her Chinese and earn a bit of money. I hope she enjoys the experience. I think she really will. I'm grateful Heavenly Father is looking or for my children's future.

Haystack

I use this blog as my personal journal.  I post it on the web, but I don't expect anyone to find it.  It is like a needle in a haystack.  Anyone who stumbles upon it probably finds it rather dull.  I don't have time to make it charming.  Sorry, I don't write it for an audience other than maybe me when I'm 90 to remember a few things.  Also I hope it gives my children and future grandchildren a little sample of how the Lord has blessed my life so deeply.

But if you did stumble on to this blog....WELCOME!  I hope you find as much happiness in your days as I do!  Heavenly Father truly loves each one of us!  Adores each one of us!!  We are in His watchful care.  Miracles happen everyday!  There are no coincidences!  Everyone is here on earth because we chose to come, receive a body, and follow our Savior.  If we follow Jesus Christ we will be filled with joy and peace regardless of our circumstances.  And the Lord will open the windows of heaven and provide the change and miracles we need.  So if you accidentally found this "note in a bottle" as it were, I would wish you the very best!  I may not know you.  You maybe on the other side of the world or next door.  But your kind Heavenly Father knows your every thought, your every trial, your very heart.  He loves you more than you can comprehend.  Again I wish you the most amazing and beautiful day of your life.

Your Friend,

Jennie

Gorgeous Fall Day

Gorgeous, golden leaves are everywhere!  Heavenly Father's artwork is breathtaking!  Just feeling the sunshine and autumn air is amazing!  We went for a little walk and scattered basil and chive seeds.  This afternoon I will make a green, raw soup with parsley, chard, onions, kale, and garlic from the garden.  I'm so grateful to Heavenly Father for leading me to eating healthy.  It makes a huge difference in my health and energy!  Well, I'm headed back out to do school with the kids in the sunshine.  We are just soaking in every moment.

October General Conference

I came to Conference with these questions.  I have already received some answers and will continue to seek answers as I study the words of the Lord.  I'm so blessed that Heavenly Father answers prayers and gives us His word through His servants to guide and direct us.

1. What does the Lord expect of me in regards to service outside the home during this phase of my life?  (i.e. missionary work, temple, family history, neighbors, extended family, etc.)  Now is the time.  Missionary work is the most important.  I can share the gospel with one person by Christmas.  I can testify of Christ in my everyday interactions (i.e. neighbors, store, cubscouts, etc.)  Share General Conference.
2. Should I try writing and compiling the footzoning kit to earn income and educate others right now?  Use even this opportunity to testify of Christ.  Put first things first and work on it when you can.
3. How can I encourage my family to become more spiritual (i.e. Sabbath day observance, personal scriptures and prayers, uplifting music, not wasting time on internet, etc.) without nagging? Conduct personal interviews, talk about Sunday lessons, 
4. How can we continue to change the culture of our family to one that expresses encouragement, patience, appreciation, and love?

General Conference Notes Spring 2013

Promptings, Goals, and Notes
President Monson

• attend temple weekly
• save for missions
• listen to Conference

President Packer

• age should bring great spiritual gains
• make morning scripture time happen and make it a spiritual feast as well as the Sabbath day and family home evening
• be diligent in family history and temple work
• keep covenants and commandments
• get finances and food storage in order
• teach family about the Atonement and the gift of the Holy Ghost
• stay in condition to respond to the promptings of the Holy Ghost (keep body healthy and strong, take quiet time to truly communicate with the Lord, follow promptings immediately, don't wait until you are perfect to follow promptings.  Pray and do the best you can at that time.)
• offer your testimony, time is short we don't have time for fluff

Bishop Davies

• truly renew covenants each week
• prepare for Sunday well in advance - first things first
• get up early to truly pray and study

Sayings We Like

Jaremy and I found some sayings we like.

You are my HAPPY!

Life is not about waiting for the storms to end,
but learning to dance in the rain.

Come what may
& love it!

Keep calm and carry on!

I'm a possibilitarian!!

Cutest Things

Tank is an adorable 4-year-old.  He is so committed to the Lord; the Lord is as real to Him as I am.
I wish I had time to write down all the cute things all my kids say and do.  I hope on the other side we get to rewind and remember.  But in the meantime here are a couple of the things Tank has said.
The other day he said, "I can't wait to get a puppy when I'm a dad.  But I won't get a weiner dog, because they don't have brains."
In Primary he had to finish the sentence, "I can show my love for the Savior by...."  He said, "by walking up to a red-headed girl and giving her a hug, if I can find one.  If I can't I'll just hug any girl."  His teachers about had a laughing fit.
I just adore my kids!  They are the best!!!