America, America Land that I Love
I love this great country imperfections and all. I have a greater appreciation for it, since living outside of it during my mission to Argentina and vacationing in other countries.
I'm especially grateful for ALL of the freedoms that we enjoy.
I love the the following things that represent or signify the celebration of this holiday:
Fireworks-the little ones done at home, and the huge ones in the sky in Provo.
Sparklers
Snaps
City Celebrations
Colors-Red, White, Blue
BBQ's-Yummy, Yummy Food
Family Activities
Patriotic Music and Hymns
The flags placed in front of each house, waving in the breeze. It's an awesome sight!
America, America Home Sweet Home
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Father's Day Weekend at the Cabin
Dan and I spent Father's Day weekend at the family cabin.
Everything was beautiful! The mountains are green, the sky was blue, the lake is full of water, and wildflowers abound in the meadows.
Inside the cabin it was quiet and relaxing. No cell phones ringing, no computer to be on. Only enjoying one anothers company talking, playing games, watching movies, reading, and eating. What a wonderful life!
We enjoyed going to church in the cute, little Scofield Branch on Sunday. Happy Father's Day to all. I know Dan will be an awesome father when that day arrives in our lives. Hopefully, it will be sooner than later.
We came home on Monday afternoon because we had to be back ---but not because we wanted to. We could stay up there indefinately.
Everything was beautiful! The mountains are green, the sky was blue, the lake is full of water, and wildflowers abound in the meadows.
Inside the cabin it was quiet and relaxing. No cell phones ringing, no computer to be on. Only enjoying one anothers company talking, playing games, watching movies, reading, and eating. What a wonderful life!
We enjoyed going to church in the cute, little Scofield Branch on Sunday. Happy Father's Day to all. I know Dan will be an awesome father when that day arrives in our lives. Hopefully, it will be sooner than later.
We came home on Monday afternoon because we had to be back ---but not because we wanted to. We could stay up there indefinately.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Dan is TEACHER of the year at his school!
Dan was recently notified by his principal, that he is TEACHER of the year!
The following is an exerpt from the letter, "Congratulations! You have been selected by your peers as our TEACHER of the year! This is an honor that is well-deserved. You willingly help all of us in a variety of ways, and we are delighted to have you represent our school! We are very happy for you!"
Dan is completing his third year of teaching here in Utah. This past year he has taught a 5th/6th split, but will go back to just teaching 6th next year. He taught jr. high students for ten years in California, prior to us moving here.
Congratulations honey! You are an awesome teacher and do so much for your students as well as the school! I love you!
The following is an exerpt from the letter, "Congratulations! You have been selected by your peers as our TEACHER of the year! This is an honor that is well-deserved. You willingly help all of us in a variety of ways, and we are delighted to have you represent our school! We are very happy for you!"
Dan is completing his third year of teaching here in Utah. This past year he has taught a 5th/6th split, but will go back to just teaching 6th next year. He taught jr. high students for ten years in California, prior to us moving here.
Congratulations honey! You are an awesome teacher and do so much for your students as well as the school! I love you!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
This is a special place for 2 of our nephews.
Adam served in this mission from August 2007-August 2009--and loved it!
Ian will be serving in this mission from August 2009-August 2011---and I'm sure he'll love it, too.
What a coincidence!
We are so excited for you Ian! Adam will be a great resource for you.
BUENISIMO!
Adam served in this mission from August 2007-August 2009--and loved it!
Ian will be serving in this mission from August 2009-August 2011---and I'm sure he'll love it, too.
What a coincidence!
We are so excited for you Ian! Adam will be a great resource for you.
BUENISIMO!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Popcorn Popping on the Apricot Tree
I looked out the window and what did I see,
Popcorn popping on the apricot tree.
Spring has brought me such a nice surprise,
Popcorn popping right before my eyes.
I could take an armful and make a treat,
A popcorn ball that will smell so sweet.
It wasn't really so but it seemed to be,
Popcorn popping on the apricot tree.
It's feeling like spring, the weather has been warm.
The blossoms are a fluffy white and pink.
They all smell beautiful.
Some of the flowers have bloomed and are colorful.
The vegies in the garden have started to grow.
But something is making me sneeze!
Popcorn popping on the apricot tree.
Spring has brought me such a nice surprise,
Popcorn popping right before my eyes.
I could take an armful and make a treat,
A popcorn ball that will smell so sweet.
It wasn't really so but it seemed to be,
Popcorn popping on the apricot tree.
It's feeling like spring, the weather has been warm.
The blossoms are a fluffy white and pink.
They all smell beautiful.
Some of the flowers have bloomed and are colorful.
The vegies in the garden have started to grow.
But something is making me sneeze!
Monday, April 12, 2010
New Calling-Relief Society Secretary
I have a new calling as Relief Society Secretary!
I've actually been doing it now for 2 months.
I will hopefully be able to get to know all 150 sisters that are in our ward.
Dan and I were released from teaching SS for the last couple of years--and now he is getting a rest.
Yesterday, Dan and I had the opportunity to talk in church. He talked about convenants and I talked about faith and hope. I talked longer than him--can you believe it?
I've actually been doing it now for 2 months.
I will hopefully be able to get to know all 150 sisters that are in our ward.
Dan and I were released from teaching SS for the last couple of years--and now he is getting a rest.
Yesterday, Dan and I had the opportunity to talk in church. He talked about convenants and I talked about faith and hope. I talked longer than him--can you believe it?
Friday, March 19, 2010
BYU 99, Florida 92 (2 OT)
What an awesome game and win for BYU!
What more can I say!
Jimmer Fredette-37 points
Michael Loyd-26 points
Next Game: Saturday against Kansas St.
GO COUGARS!
Dan and I love March Madness!
What more can I say!
Jimmer Fredette-37 points
Michael Loyd-26 points
Next Game: Saturday against Kansas St.
GO COUGARS!
Dan and I love March Madness!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
To Die For Creme Brulee
Just wanted to let everyone know that the Best Creme Brulee in Utah can be found at The Garden Restaurant(top floor of the Joseph Smith Building in SLC).
Now I make a pretty good Creme Brulee, but this tastes even better. They told me it sells out quite often. So hopefully when you visit they will have it.
Dan and I ate there a couple of weeks ago, and every morsel of our food was more than yummy, it was scrumptious!
We had eaten there on our honeymoon, a little more than 4 years ago, and the memory of the Creme Brulee has stayed with me all of this time.
We will definately eat there again!
Now I make a pretty good Creme Brulee, but this tastes even better. They told me it sells out quite often. So hopefully when you visit they will have it.
Dan and I ate there a couple of weeks ago, and every morsel of our food was more than yummy, it was scrumptious!
We had eaten there on our honeymoon, a little more than 4 years ago, and the memory of the Creme Brulee has stayed with me all of this time.
We will definately eat there again!
Monday, March 15, 2010
Baptisms for the Dead and other temple work
On the 3rd of March, Dan and I, took our 2 nieces Erin and Tara to the Timpanogos Temple to do family file baptisms and confirmations. They did a total of 17 names.
A Young Men's group from Alpine were baptized and confirmed for the 27 male family file names that we have right now. Our 2 nephews were unable to join us that night.
Dan did all of the baptizing and confirming. He really enjoyed doing it. The spirit was really strong.
Since starting family history mid-Jan, we have completed with the help of family members:49 baptisms, 49 confirmations, 24 iniatories, 6 endowments, 7 sealings to spouses, and 19 children sealed to parents.
Still to do-we have their family file cards: 27 iniatories, 43 endowments, 16 sealed to spouses, and 38 children to be sealed to their parents.
And their are still more family members to do their work for.
I am grateful for the spiritual experiences that I have had in finding names, verifying information, submitting, and then doing their temple work.
We appreciate all who have helped us thus far.
A Young Men's group from Alpine were baptized and confirmed for the 27 male family file names that we have right now. Our 2 nephews were unable to join us that night.
Dan did all of the baptizing and confirming. He really enjoyed doing it. The spirit was really strong.
Since starting family history mid-Jan, we have completed with the help of family members:49 baptisms, 49 confirmations, 24 iniatories, 6 endowments, 7 sealings to spouses, and 19 children sealed to parents.
Still to do-we have their family file cards: 27 iniatories, 43 endowments, 16 sealed to spouses, and 38 children to be sealed to their parents.
And their are still more family members to do their work for.
I am grateful for the spiritual experiences that I have had in finding names, verifying information, submitting, and then doing their temple work.
We appreciate all who have helped us thus far.
What do these things have in common?
March 7-13
Airplane Flights
Traveling in a 11 seat white van
Visiting Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa
Seeing this Country
7 Women(the children of the parents)
2 Parents
Late Nights
Early Mornings
Learning New Things, Gaining Knowledge
Lots of Walking
Talking, Laughter, Crying
Spiritual Experiences
Gaining Appreciation for Pioneers
Rain
Muddy Roads
Meeting Awesome People
What do all of these things have in common?
They occured on the Church History Tour that my parents took me on with all of my sisters last week.
More info will be coming as to specific places visited and my experiences.
Airplane Flights
Traveling in a 11 seat white van
Visiting Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa
Seeing this Country
7 Women(the children of the parents)
2 Parents
Late Nights
Early Mornings
Learning New Things, Gaining Knowledge
Lots of Walking
Talking, Laughter, Crying
Spiritual Experiences
Gaining Appreciation for Pioneers
Rain
Muddy Roads
Meeting Awesome People
What do all of these things have in common?
They occured on the Church History Tour that my parents took me on with all of my sisters last week.
More info will be coming as to specific places visited and my experiences.
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