A Blue Day

Hi Everyone,
We are having a blue day today. Right as Kaylee and Grandpa pulled in to feed the horses after church today, they witnessed a horse die of collic. Then when Kaylee went to feed her animals, her rabbit, Daisy, was dead. We were already having a lonely day with Kyle and Jasmine no longer here. It seems so quiet around the house now.

Happy Birthday Kyle!

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Oops!

This is what happens when you don't SLOW DOWN...you forget to wish your own son HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Happy 7th Birthday Caeden!! We love you!!

Meaningful Monday and a Birthday Wish

To say this last week has been hectic would be an egregious understatement. I truly feel like I haven't had time to sit down. Here...there...doing this...doing that. Then when I was folding some laundry this afternoon, while Tyler fussed on the bed next to me, I started thinking about how much I have had to neglect my family in order to check off the many tasks on my list. While some things are important to do (and necessary), I feel like it's really important that we remember the MOST important things in our lives aren't things at all...they are PEOPLE! Snuggling with my baby might mean that I don't get all my laundry folded, but these moments pass quickly and I really want to enjoy them.
So this week I am going to focus on trying to hit the brakes a little, slow down, learn to say "no" (okay, Thanksgiving week may have been the wrong week to set this goal), and just enjoy my precious time with the people in my life.
So, what are some suggestions for simplifying?

Photo Friday

A picture is worth a thousand words, so they say...

Meaningful Monday

Yesterday was our Stake Conference. There was a really good talk that talked about being "an example of the believers" and it focused a lot on our language. While it briefly mentioned swearing, it focused more on our tone and the things we say about others. Are we overly negative? Do we yell frequently (guilty as charged)? Do we gossip?
The speaker asked if others were to meet us for the first time, would they automatically recognize us as disciples of Jesus Christ.
That was just something that really stood out to me in our conference and I have made a goal to do better at speaking kindly this week. With our stake Roadshow coming up this weekend, I could use some prayers! :)
For FHE we will be talking about being examples of the believers. What are you all doing for FHE?

Photo Friday

Oh my STARS!



Kaylee with Silver Star



Jen (a few years earlier) with Noble's Star

Meaningful Monday

Something that has been on my mind a lot lately is gratitude. It can be so difficult sometimes, when we are fighting our daily battles and trying to overcome obstacles, to remember how truly blessed we are.
Let's take some time this week to count our many blessings. One thing we have done for the month of November is our "thankful turkey". You can check him out at www.teachitsimple.blogspot.com
What things do you do to encourage an attitude of gratitude in your homes? What things are you grateful for?

Happy Birthday Mom!

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Congratulations!

To Kyle and Jasmine. They were sealed this morning in the Logan Temple. Congratulations guys! We love you so much!!

Photo Friday

Blast from the past!

And the Winner is...

KAYLEE! Congratulations for being the family costume contest winner! Your prize will be arriving via mail shortly. :)

Costume Entry

Babys ultrasound

First Ultrasound

Congratulations to Kyle and Jasmine. They had their first ultrasound today. Baby looks great and her due date is May 21st. That is a change from the date we originally thought. She is almost two whole weeks farther than anticipated. What a lovely surprise! :)

These are our entries for the Halloween costumes!!!!!!

Hope all of you had a great time for Halloween this year.

Costumes from our Halloween Party!!!