Fast Sunday at Grandmother's...

Today was Fast and Testimony Meeting at church. The first Sunday of the month is set aside for the purpose of fasting for two meals and our service is dedicated to the bearing of testimonies by those who'd like to volunteer to share their testimonies. Because of General Conference next week we had testimony meeting today. It was a great meeting and the spirit was so strong. I shared my testimony today for the first time in a while and I was so glad I did since Ethan was at home and at church with us today. Our Relief Society class was combined with the Priesthood and was focused on Emergency Preparedness and very informative. I have a lot of work to do but we're getting there. I appreciate the inspiration of our bishopric and those helping to put this plan together and encouraging our ward and our neighborhoods to prepare in the event of an emergency. We don't know when or where disaster may strike but the Lord has told us that "if we are prepared we have no need to fear" (Doctrine and Covenants 38:30).



The week and Sunday just would not be complete without Sunday lunch at Mom's ("Lana's Cafe") and out visit with the family. How excited I am that Erika and Jack will soon be close by for the summer to make our Sundays totally complete at Grandmother and Grandaddy's house. Here are just a few glimpses of the day:

GG and Mic-Mic -- No matter how old I get or how grown-up my nieces and nephews get I hope I always stay "Mic Mic". This is the name Ginger gave me when she learned to talk and I am grateful for this name. She was my real life baby doll born when I was 13 and I learned all about love and taking care of someone. She will always be Mic Mic's doll. I love you, GG!

Mom, Sister Oakley, and Mrs. Maria - they have a great time!

Addison sang "He Lifts Me Up" along with Ginger for everyone with the CD and it was amazing how the little ones quieted and sat so reverently as they sang this beautiful song that Grandmother requested they sing. Music truly calms the soul and uplifts the spirit.

Brandon said this was me and Tiawanna on TV - Thanks, Bran! I think we look pretty hot, huh?! Ha! I'm not sure which I am but probably the one with the big mouth wide open but either case I think we're pretty cool. Whatcha think, Tiawanna?! Love ya!