Something Sweet from my Girl

 

 

In Throwback Thursday fashion, I found this picture of a 4 yr old Kaylie.  We were snowshoeing with the family.  We went off of the trail and got a little lost.  We followed Grandma until we could find the trail.  There was alot of uphill climbing & tossing Kaylie ahead of us to get to the trail again.  From there on all we heard whenever we would snowshoe was " Don't go off the trail Grandma."  Hopefully a good lesson for this litte one to show her that eventhough you can go off the trail, its not very easy to get your way back to the trail.  The safety provided by the trail is like the gospel of Jesus Christ and  is comforting and a sure way to get to the end of our journey, our Heavenly home.  The good news is that eventhough you go off the trail you can always get back if you work hard bcecause Jesus has provided a way back!  I'm grateful for the lessons taught in every day life and for the joy of a wonderful family who supports me no matter what!  Let us all try to remember to not go off the trail!!

Begin Again.....

Time has a way of passing by so quickly.  Perspectives change and distractions seem to take over.  Over the past few years my life has been a series of ups and downs like most people.  Only recently have I rediscovered who I want to be & what I want my life to be like.  My daughter and I have an amazing life, wonderful family & friends and a brilliant future ahead.  I have recently been blessed with an worthwhile opportunity at a new career and know that Heavenly Father's hand has placed me in this place.  Not only has he given me an incredible career path, but he has surrounded me with people who have inspired me.  Having quality people in my life has opened my eyes and reminded me of what is important!  I am full of life & excited about our future!  It has been a long time since I have posted anything.  I have a lot of ground to cover!  We looked back at this blog as a family and found how much we enjoyed looking at the things we have done over the years.  Its time to Begin Again.....

May 2014

 

 



Activity Days, Halloween Style!

 

 

 

We made these cute "pumpkins" as part of our activity.  We talked about the importance of serving those around us.  We had the girls think of someone they would like to serve or do something nice for.  They put these together & put a ghost tag on them telling what nice deed they would do for that person and why they were special to the girls.  It was fun to hear all of the people who influence their lives and how excited they were to serve those people!

 

If you are wanting to make these, they are super easy!  First take some construction paper and crinkle it, make it pliable & then roll it up & fold it over.  Stick it in the center of the toiletpaper roll.  Wrap the square of fabric around the roll & tuck it in the middle of the roll.  Then tie a couple pieces of tule around it.  Cute & fun gifts for the girls to give!



Food Trucks??

I've never eaten at a food truck before, but they come to our office every Friday.  The Grilled Cheese Truck is the real deal!  It was cheesy delicious goodness and the best french fries I have had! Not to mention the portion size...its HUGE...all for $10!

 

I'm a food truck groupee now!!  Can't wait for next year!  Next up...Waffle Love!!!

Epic Convention

Teens Level this year...wait she isn't old enough yet!! I guess Tween
qualifies !!

Showin off her new hoodie!

 

 This year for dance we attended the Epic Convention at the Provo Marriott.  This was our first year attending this convention.  We stayed overnight at the hotel with our friends.  She loved this experience and the hip hop instruction she got....Jazz & Lyrical not so much!  She said it was really hard & not as easy as the workshop she did last year, but it challenged her.  She is a talented dancer and I am super proud of her & her dedication to her sport! 

Get Loud!!

As part of Kaylie's 11th birthday celebration, I took her to the R5 Concert at the Sandy Ampitheater with our besties, Jaimie & Ella.  The girls danced the night away & rocked out to the music on the Get Loud Tour.  That is them with their arms raised loving every minute!!  I love that they are growing up & becoming themselves.  There is nothing better than being a mother!!  Happy Birthday Kaylie!!

For the love of the Zoo

One of our favorite things to do is go to the zoo.  This summer was no different.  We love all of the new animals & exhibits that have been built.  Kaylie loves Rizzo the polar bear & the bird show is always on the list.  We are blessed to have access to these wonderful animals.  We attended the Hogle Zoo with Aunt Stacie, Uncle Joe, Grandma Brierley, Elliott, Jensen, Colin, Nancy & Irene.  It was hot, but it was fun!  And the train was back this time...All Aboard