Mammogram

Today I had my 2nd ever Mammogram. For those who have experienced them, you know how they are. :-) If not, well they are not so bad. A small pinch and your done.
I have decided to do them regularly, because of family history of Breast Cancer. I am grateful for technology which is able to help with the process of early detection.
Yesterday, Jolyn's basketball team lost their game, but it was closer than we had been in the past. They did an excellent job of defense. Jolyn seems to be enjoying it, I hope she stays with it.
Jolyn has decided to drop out of band, at the end of this semester. (Jan.31st), and was going to TA (teacher assist) but then was told she would have to do PE instead, and she said OK. She said she was getting bored with band, the teacher is an interesting fellow. She said he would talk more than they would play.
Jalani will be in a 3rd grade program about Outer Space coming up in Feb., she will play the part of Galileo. She was upset at having to be an old man, but I know she will do a great job.
Jalani is loving her ice skating lessons she received as part of her Christmas present, along with her skates. She wants to do another session of lessons.
Jeff is staying busy with work, school, and life. I think some days he feels pretty overwhelmed, but is doing a great job.
I am going to go to Playgroup here in a few minutes. I enjoy visiting with the moms and playing with the kids. I have fun.
I guess that is it for now.

The Friend

We received the February issue of 'The Friend' the other day. I read the whole magazine in one setting, and there was alot of great articles in it. One in particular stood out to me, and I would like to share it here.
It is entitled "Patriarchal Blessings", and interview with Elder Don R. Clarke of the Seventy.
He is talking about his grandfather, who is blind, living with his family. The 3rd paragraph seemed to jump out at me, it says,
"As you associate with people who are close to Heavenly Father, you can feel and know by the Spirit that our loving Heavenly Father watches over us. He gave us the plan of salvation to bring us back to Him. He taught us how to be worthy to live with Him again."
Associate with people close to Heavenly Father, I love that statement. It made me look at who I know, and who I would like to be.
I pray that I can become who my Heavenly Father wants me to be and to do what he asks me to do.


I recently was released as Primary President after 2 years, and I thought that it would make me happy. I instead experienced what I like to refer to as a "HOLE". For a few Sundays after my release I couldn't think of anything but being back in the Primary room with all those wonderful, beautiful children. I had such an empty feeling inside that I wasn't sure if I could ever refill it. I am working slowly on making the hole full again. I was called to be a Nursery Leader shortly after my release. I thought I would enjoy that, as I love little people. It has taken some time but now I am feeling a bit more comfortable with the calling I am in. I love to watch the children in Nursery, as they explore the world around them. It is an awesome responsibility that I hope I can do my best at.
If anyone has thoughts and knowledge about being in the nursery and any ideas, I would really appreciate them. :-)

My feelings of President Hinckley's Passing and more

As I reflect on the news I received this past Sunday evening, about the passing of our beloved Prophet, President Gordon B. Hinckley. I first and formost thought of his reunion with his cute wife, Marjorie. I am sure that was a grand reunion. Then I thought of his family and the loss that they were experiencing, and hopes that they can find the peace they need.

I am thankful for his messages of love and hope and peace.

We are reading his book "Way to Be!" as a family. I am thankful to have these words of inspiration from him.

He was/is a man of integrity and honor. I am grateful to have been alive during his days here on the earth. To be taught by such a great example.

I remember when his wife passed away, and how sad I was that he would not have her for companionship here on this earth. I cannot express the joy I feel in KNOWING that they are together again.

May the Lord bless his family and each of us as we move forward at this time.

My life today

I have been reading the blogs for my sister, Lynette and also for my brother-in-law Hank. They have inspired me to try and write one of my own. I hope it turns out ok.