Spiritual Thoughts

I read this quote the other day as I was preparing to go visit a friend. I've been thinking about it ever since. It has changed my perspective about my own wants and desires.

“Disciples of Christ throughout all ages of the world have been distinguished by their compassion. … In the end, the number of prayers we say may contribute to our happiness, but the number of prayers we answer may be of even greater importance. Let us open our eyes and see the heavy hearts, notice the loneliness and despair; let us feel the silent prayers of others around us, and let us be an instrument in the hands of the Lord to answer those prayers”

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Second Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Finally a picture of Lauren!

Brock was nice enough to pose with her.

This was taken at her 7th grade chorus concert the other night.

It was a lot of fun. Her chorus class is huge!

The girls sang beautifully, and the boys all sang in monotone.

Why can't 7th grade boys carry a tune?

I found myself feeling grateful that I am not a

middle school choir director.

I would much prefer high school!

Thanksgiving

Our feast!

We counted our blessings

and named them one by one.
The best potato peeler in the house!

I love this kind of help.

Me and the boys getting ready

for our family picture experience.

A rare moment...

She let me take some pictures of her.

About the whole taking family pictures experience...it was awful. It rates right up there with jeans and bra shopping.

It was very frustrating to say the least.

Next year...I'm hiring a professional photographer!

No Dogs Allowed

Many of you know that I am not a dog lover. I don't mean them any harm, I just don't want one in my house or yard. My kids beg for a dog all of the time, especially Matthew. I do feel a little guilty, but not enough to give in. I have so much to take care of already.

The other night Lauren was searching for a poem to memorize for her language class. She came across this one, and thought it sounded just like I wrote it. Enjoy!

Help!

It's that time of year again! Our yard has been covered in a thick blanket of leaves. We were blessed by good friends on Saturday. They showed up with rakes and a leaf blower. We all worked hard and stuffed 17 large bags with leaves. It was so much fun for all of the kids. We love our friends! HELP!

It's Autumn Time!

I just love this tree in our backyard! The leaves turn yellow on the bottom and red on the top. It looks like fire. If you look really closely, you will see my little tree monkey.

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