Sweet Girl!

CTR Pretzels

So we opened up our January FRIEND last month, and what did we find.....? Aunt Heather's recipe for yummy CTR pretzels! Amaya is always the first to sit down (or lay down) to read almost the entire friend in one sitting. She was just excited about yummy baked goods, until we got more excited together that it was family who contributed the recipe. THANKS!!!

Wise Men from Orient Come!!

So the Wise Men from the East found the light of our home and kindly shared special treasures and messages with us once again! And of course the camels loved the hay and slurped their water, which was anxiously filled the night before. These spiritual men of old bore testimony of Jesus Christ and reminded us to continue seeking after the Light of Jesus Christ as they did when he was born.

Just love what the Prophet tells us TODAY...."And when we find him, will we be prepared as were the wise men of old to provide gifts from our many treasures? They presented gold, frankincense, and myrrh. These are not the gifts Jesus asks of us. From the treasure of our hearts Jesus asks that we give of ourselves."

Yes indeed...Wise Men, and women, and babies STILL seek Him!

Christmas bells are ringing...!

Twas the night after Thanksgiving and all through the house...we anticipated and prepared quite as quiet as a mouse! WE would spend a beautiful Saturday morning with crisp air, refreshing smells of evergreens, bells, hot chocolate, donuts, train rides and (best of all) happy friends!

Simple Addition

So, things are changing AGAIN. Hmmm, 3 + 1 children in one room plus the sleepiest and squishiest in the other...or 2 + 3 separately...or all 5 together. Does this make sense, what do you think? :) :) :) :) :)

P.S. I really would love to live in a shoe...preferably a tall boot...I love the split level idea!

School Days

So, five years come and slap me in the face! They say grow up, tough it out...she will be fine...the experience is for both of you! Well, let me tell you, public school is a joke...but we need to learn to understand and appreciate those around us in this world and learn to choose the path of light and truth in the midst of everything else.
After a total emotional crisis for several weeks...Mami is finally happy to kiss her little girl goodbye and hug her tight as I pick her up from school. I think I might just graduate from kindergarten!! (oh, and that's another funny story...she goes half and half to kinder and first grade only so that she isn't "legally" considered a first grader and have to stay any extra state required hours).

Dedicated to Nana and Grampa

...Walking along, moving along, on their way!

Oh no!

Little woman so serious about getting her family milk!

"This is how you do it big brother."

Jonny says..."Kitties always go with cows, don't you know?"

Sister Competition says, a little bit frustratedly..."Well, you need to MOVE Enoch!"

Mr. Particular about textures on his hands!


In remembrance of fun times at Nana and Grampa's house and in honor of the wonderful legacy of faith, love, and consecration of our Latter-Day Saint pioneers!