I LOVE rainy weekend days and cold Sundays in the wintertime. In one sense it almost forces me to stay in and accomplish some much needed chores yet on the other it's one of those natural luxuries of life that makes me appreciate HOME so much! Yesterday it was great to catch up all the laundry, get most of the housework done, and Chloe got a good bath. Some days it's just great to stay in your pj's and fuzzy socks all day long and yesterday was the day--and it WAS great! I finally showered and got dressed around 5:30, went out to vote, and went grocery shopping with Ethan in the brisk weather. Ethan has been holding out a secret with me and last night he shared with me this secret -- HE IS A GREAT LITTLE CHEF! I told him to get what he needed in the store and he prepared a wonderful dinner for our family, Joey, and Joey's kids last night. It was really good! (I was so happy that he finally got home this weekend - it'd been about 3 weeks since he'd been home and it's wonderful to have him around a couple days.) After the great meal we enjoyed watching "Ratatouille." I love these kinds of days.
Today was beautiful, too. Church was really good. The talks given in Sacrament Meeting were great reminders for all. One reference was to Julie Beck's talk given in conference and was a good reminder about the time we spend with our children - quality time. It seems we get so wrapped up in life sometimes that we don't take enough time for the most important things -- those things that create lasting memories and make the most difference not only in our lives but also in the lives of those we love the most. What will my children remember? That's the thought I had as I pondered the remarks today... My goal this year is to be a better person both spiritually and physically. Then hopefully the mentally and socially will be better as well. I also pondered the thought of living my religion...Do my peers know what I believe and if I'm the only member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints they ever meet have I left a good impression or have I let myself and them down? Am I striving to be more like Jesus everyday in my words and my actions? I am very short sometimes and not very patient and this is NOT the person I want to be remembered by. I have a quote by President Hinckley on a plaque I made and it says, "Try a little harder to be a little better." Another one I made is a quote by Abraham Lincoln and it reads, "Whatever you are - be a good one." These two just about sum it up -- my work is so cut out for me!
Tomorrow is my son-in-law Jack's birthday and I hope he has a fantastic one! He has spent his last two birthdays here in South Carolina with us so Jack, I'll really miss you tomorrow, and I wish now I'd sent you a cholocate/raspberry birthday cake! Not sure it'd taste the same after a few days through the postal service! Ha! I hope you and Erika have a great day and that your birthday will be the best!! I hope your package arrives soon. Happy Birthday, son, we love you!
Happy Week to everyone!
Today was beautiful, too. Church was really good. The talks given in Sacrament Meeting were great reminders for all. One reference was to Julie Beck's talk given in conference and was a good reminder about the time we spend with our children - quality time. It seems we get so wrapped up in life sometimes that we don't take enough time for the most important things -- those things that create lasting memories and make the most difference not only in our lives but also in the lives of those we love the most. What will my children remember? That's the thought I had as I pondered the remarks today... My goal this year is to be a better person both spiritually and physically. Then hopefully the mentally and socially will be better as well. I also pondered the thought of living my religion...Do my peers know what I believe and if I'm the only member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints they ever meet have I left a good impression or have I let myself and them down? Am I striving to be more like Jesus everyday in my words and my actions? I am very short sometimes and not very patient and this is NOT the person I want to be remembered by. I have a quote by President Hinckley on a plaque I made and it says, "Try a little harder to be a little better." Another one I made is a quote by Abraham Lincoln and it reads, "Whatever you are - be a good one." These two just about sum it up -- my work is so cut out for me!
Tomorrow is my son-in-law Jack's birthday and I hope he has a fantastic one! He has spent his last two birthdays here in South Carolina with us so Jack, I'll really miss you tomorrow, and I wish now I'd sent you a cholocate/raspberry birthday cake! Not sure it'd taste the same after a few days through the postal service! Ha! I hope you and Erika have a great day and that your birthday will be the best!! I hope your package arrives soon. Happy Birthday, son, we love you!
Happy Week to everyone!
5 comments:
Hey Mom, I just checked my voicemail and it's pretty late so I will have to call tomorrow! Or you can call us, we're getting up pretty early and will be out and about! I'm so sad, I went to cook Jack's cake and realized..we're out of eggs! So I'll just have to whip it up tomorrow when we get home. Haha! Anyways, I will have him read your post after he finishes getting ready for bed! I LOVE YOU!
Valencia, I just have to say that anyone who knows you would say that YES, you are a wonderful example of what a woman of God should be...especially in the mothering department. No one could doubt how much you truly love your children, and I know that they are valiant and strong because of you and your family.
Speaking of family, yes it's so important to spend time with them. Saturday on that rainy, cold day that you were enjoying so much I drove three hours to my daughter's house in order to celebrate my granddaughter's third birthday. It was a miserable drive but so worth it when I got that hug from my little grandson Braden as soon as I arrived. Plus, it was great seeing Carrie and riding all the way down and back with Elizabeth, my other daughter. Plus, I got to talk with my son early in the morning and late at night, the perfect bookends for the family day. By the way, Carrie's blog has a link on my blog in case you'd like to see photos of Brooke's party.
Valencia~ I agree with Jayne completely!
you set a wonderful example of what you believe. you always seem so meek and humble. and I especially admire the relationship that you share with your children!
you have a wonderful, wonderful family. and I really miss seeing your mom and dad in the Ridgeway Ward.
you're a good example to me!
Ethan needs to come teach me how to cook. If it doesn't have directions on the back of the box -I'm no good! Sounds like you had a great Saturday! I'm coming over next time it rains!
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