Is it just the calm before the storm? Are you keeping the love tanks full?
I went visiting yesterday. In sharing about history it brought to mind a quote in the movie Anna And the King;
"It is always surprising how small a part of life is taken up by meaningful moments. Most of them they are over before they start."
Although they cast a light on the future and make the person who originated them unforgettable."
There are moments when we get that wow effect and we just know we are in the right place doing the right things. And there are moments when we wish it would all just go away, its too hard...Every moment is only a fleeting bit of time. Honor what is ordinary. Be grateful for the mundane.
Joy is what fills the reservoir for times that cause stress, fear, worry, heartache, and allows love to heal. Practice gratitude! Keep that gratitude journal and if you haven't started one, then begin today and everyday to take time to acknowledge at least 5 things you are grateful for. There is power in it! Each of us needs to have more- to give.
Thinking of you and sending ~HUGS~
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Monday, January 17, 2011
Ate-at-home.
Eight in the house..laughter, movies, games, food, chocolate, dishes, and laundy. I had a very productive cooking weekend. Starting on Friday night..we had all five children plus one very welcomed roommate. I love it when we are all home and no where to have to go. It was the Husbands birthday. I made a delicious Apple spice cake, I put two chickens in the crockpot with potatoes and carrots, onion and celery, and made a fresh green salad.
Saturday we had Gingerbread waffles with scrambled eggs and a fruit smoothie. I baked bread so we could eat the left over chicken- sandwich style. I went to help with bountiful baskets the girls came along to help out. I bought the tortilla's with the plan to make taquitos for dinner which tasted delicious, but not sure they are a favorite. We are blessed to be able to eat fresh fruit - kiwis , tangelos and oranges. We ate the rest of the cake for dessert. Sunday morning we had mini bagels, fruit, left over waffles, toast and eggs. I put a roast in the crockpot and added celery, onion and potatoes. We got a new bishopric which means the Husband is now calling free. After church we made gravy, a salad and sliced up some bread and fruit. In the evening we had cheese and crackers and the middle child baked up some brownies filled with oreos. Of course there was plenty of fruit to eat and we pulled out some chocolate. Monday we had cream of wheat, eggs, toast, bacon, and chocolate milk for breakfast. Lunch was homemade pasta and cheese with fruit slices. I dehydrated some apples and blueberries and made a big batch of delicious granola for the girls to take back to school. Now to look toward dinner...I am thinking enchiladas, though the Husband has started a set of lamb ribs to eat. I see that my desire to create a home where we can seek shelter, rest from the world, be nourished physically and spiritually, is coming about. I am truly blessed and loving it. ~Hugs~
Saturday we had Gingerbread waffles with scrambled eggs and a fruit smoothie. I baked bread so we could eat the left over chicken- sandwich style. I went to help with bountiful baskets the girls came along to help out. I bought the tortilla's with the plan to make taquitos for dinner which tasted delicious, but not sure they are a favorite. We are blessed to be able to eat fresh fruit - kiwis , tangelos and oranges. We ate the rest of the cake for dessert. Sunday morning we had mini bagels, fruit, left over waffles, toast and eggs. I put a roast in the crockpot and added celery, onion and potatoes. We got a new bishopric which means the Husband is now calling free. After church we made gravy, a salad and sliced up some bread and fruit. In the evening we had cheese and crackers and the middle child baked up some brownies filled with oreos. Of course there was plenty of fruit to eat and we pulled out some chocolate. Monday we had cream of wheat, eggs, toast, bacon, and chocolate milk for breakfast. Lunch was homemade pasta and cheese with fruit slices. I dehydrated some apples and blueberries and made a big batch of delicious granola for the girls to take back to school. Now to look toward dinner...I am thinking enchiladas, though the Husband has started a set of lamb ribs to eat. I see that my desire to create a home where we can seek shelter, rest from the world, be nourished physically and spiritually, is coming about. I am truly blessed and loving it. ~Hugs~
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Just thinkin'
Taking time to reflect..is a good thing. I feel quiet and I like it. I find myself surrounded by beautiful people whom I love dearly. I am grateful to have been there daily. I am grateful to be here daily. Thank you ! For You! When my second youngest was in second grade...I home schooled him with K12 on line school. The man at head quarters for the school always ended with thank you and make it a great day! The statement always left a smile on my face. So ~Hugs~ and make it a great day!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Lessons
Primary was great today. I got to teach the lesson using one of my favorite stories from history. The story is about a prince who was kidnapped, treated poorly and subjected and exposed to all the ugliness the world has to offer. The prince refused to participate and become part of the ugly. After six months of this cruel and ugly treatment. The prince was asked asked, Why he would not do what his captors wanted of him? He replied something like- I cannot do as you ask because I am the son of a king and my father has taught me to do what is right. I was born to be a king.
We went on with our lesson to learn about Abraham 3: 22-28. We talked about trust and that we know that all of us here chose to follow Heavenly Father, because we are here and have a physical body. That out Heavenly Father trusts us to make right choices.
In the way that only children can one boy asked why another boy in the ward was created here then? Because he is all bad. All in the class are aware of boy and his behaviors, he is difficult, uses many fowl words and is a bully physically and verbally to others in his arrogance, believing he is better than others and beyond the rules. What a question and what a trust our Heavenly Father has in me to be prepared to answer such questions.
I hope these wonderful spirits are listening, I hope they hear they are important, I hope they feel the importance of remembering to do the right things even when the world is ugly around them. I hope you always remember you were born to be King.
We went on with our lesson to learn about Abraham 3: 22-28. We talked about trust and that we know that all of us here chose to follow Heavenly Father, because we are here and have a physical body. That out Heavenly Father trusts us to make right choices.
In the way that only children can one boy asked why another boy in the ward was created here then? Because he is all bad. All in the class are aware of boy and his behaviors, he is difficult, uses many fowl words and is a bully physically and verbally to others in his arrogance, believing he is better than others and beyond the rules. What a question and what a trust our Heavenly Father has in me to be prepared to answer such questions.
I hope these wonderful spirits are listening, I hope they hear they are important, I hope they feel the importance of remembering to do the right things even when the world is ugly around them. I hope you always remember you were born to be King.
Friday, January 7, 2011
Today
Today my youngest has no school, but the second youngest does. It gets a little complicated for me to enjoy days off when they don't have them off together. I thought about going to the movies tonight...Then I remembered that the last time we went to the movies we didn't actually get to watch the movie and that the middle child had the tickets last..now they are in Logan, Utah. I can always buy more tickets. Right?
So for now I will do the regular cleaning thing and possibly give my self a hair cut. And then decide on movie or regular night at home. Oh and I do need to put together that menu for the month so I know what it is that is needed to prepare some beautiful food to go with the beautiful breads I get to make.
PS. Learning tip: Practice taking notes of the key words and phrases, rather than trying to write down every word said. This will allow your brain time to see and hear what is being said, and when you go over your notes the key words will pull the whole thought together for you. Going over the notes as soon as you can after class you will be able to add to your notes or clarify any missing information. Don't forget to review your notes daily in quick fashion. This will save you study time when test day rolls near.
So for now I will do the regular cleaning thing and possibly give my self a hair cut. And then decide on movie or regular night at home. Oh and I do need to put together that menu for the month so I know what it is that is needed to prepare some beautiful food to go with the beautiful breads I get to make.
PS. Learning tip: Practice taking notes of the key words and phrases, rather than trying to write down every word said. This will allow your brain time to see and hear what is being said, and when you go over your notes the key words will pull the whole thought together for you. Going over the notes as soon as you can after class you will be able to add to your notes or clarify any missing information. Don't forget to review your notes daily in quick fashion. This will save you study time when test day rolls near.
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