It's Summer

Yesterday I was at my parents house letting the girls play on their new swing set and basting in the not-so-hot sun. My dad got back from a bike ride and said "well, lets go to the lake". An hour later I was water skiing and enjoying the most beautiful day. Scarlett loved spending time on the boat even though she did not want to get in the water. Nothing brings a smile to my fast quicker than a boat ride. The hot wind blowing in my face is magic and just like that it is summer!

Breakfast of Champions

Breakfast is a big deal in our house. Both girls wake up and immediately beg to EAT! Here's our morning...

Always has to watch cartoons. These days it's Tinkerbell, Wonderpets or Cinderella. 

Mother's Day 2013

"Young women need mothers and mentors who exemplify virtuous womanhood. Mothers, your relationship with your daughter is of paramount importance, and so is your example" Elaine S. Dalton 

I have been thinking about my role as a mother a lot these past months. Mainly, how best to raise righteous and loving daughters. Emily and I were talking a couple months ago about our grandma LaRue and her role as a mother. She has always been faithful, service oriented, and kind. Since I was young I have caught my grandma kneeling beside her bed saying her morning prayers. I would run to her wanting breakfast or a toy and she would sweetly shoo me away. It was her time to communicate with her Savior. Her prayers were heard and brought about miracles for her family, especially her children. " I have come to know that faith is a real power, not just an expression or belief. There are few things more powerful than the faithful prayers of a righteous mother."  During conference I felt an urgency within me to sit and listen to Elder Boyd K. Packer's talk. I was doing house work and "listening" when he began speaking. I felt I needed to listen with my whole heart to his message. As I listened I felt the love of my Savior pour over me and peace fill my heart. Through my faithfulness I can, like my grandma, bring about miracles for my family.

The greatest joy I have found in motherhood has been my personal growth. To be a better mother I must be a better  person. Motherhood has strengthened my testimony more than any experience could. To my children, thank you for bringing me closer to my Savior. 

She has been in love with these wings. They are on her all day and even took a journey to the grocery store. All day I hear " I want to go up in the sky and fly like a butterfly." Her favorite book is "Fancy Nancy" and wants to where her sparkly shoes and dresses. Each day is a delight with this sweet girl. She has a tender heart and loves her family!

"Hold me"

"Alice, where's your eye?"

"Where's your ear?"