Take me to the BEACH!

We are getting ready for a vacation to Mexico, and my sweet friend Laci brought over an entire wardrobe for Addy. Seeing her in these swimsuits made me even more anxious! These are for you Laci.

THANKS BABE!

Amazed By Gods Love

Yesterday is right up there with one of my most favorite days this year. My sister Nicole and her family were sealed in the temple. I can't think of a better way to celebrate your 16th Wedding Anniversary! It was absolutely amazing! For those of you that don't know my sister, she has some of the greatest qualities. She is loving, understanding, forgiving, patient, and seriously BEAUTIFUL! I don't know how she does it, but truly she gets prettier with age.

This picture speaks volumes to me, this is what it's all about. I'm so thankful I was able to be a part of their day!

Too Much Time With Daddy!

This is to funny not to share. We were at my parents house tonight, and Carter went into my Dads office where he was watching the Democratic Convention and this is the conversation I overheard. (mind you Carter is only 4. )

Carter - Bapa do you hate Obama?
Bapa - No, Carter I don't hate Obama, but I don't agree with everything he says.
Carter - My Dad gets real angry when he is on TV, he says Obama is a COMMUNIST!
Bapa - (laughing) Really? What is a communist Carter?
Carter - I don't know, but it doesn't sound good!

I had no idea Carter was listening to all the terrible things Dan has been saying to the TV the last couple of days. So if you like Obama you might not want to talk to my 4 year old about it, if he listened well enough to pick up the word communist the rest can't be good either.

Profound Wisdom

Today at work I had the privilege to take back an older gentleman. And when I say old I mean he was born in 1903, yes that makes him 105! I'm guessing he stood about 5'2" with a small curve to his back. He used a cane for support but had a admirable swing in his step. I was mesmerised by him and so out of curiosity I asked "so what's your secret to living 105 years?" In my head I'm thinking he is going to tell me some crazy ingredient he adds to oatmeal, but without pause he simply states "FAMILY and LOVE." He then goes on to tell me he has 5 children and they all fight over who gets to take care of him. Now let me add that his children are no spring chickens! His oldest is 85! (I don't know about you, but none of my grandparents lived much into their 80's and they could barely take care of themselves at that age.) Within our few minutes of interaction I quickly could see why they would fight over him. He is full of more life than most people I know and he seemed excited to still be here.

I smile every time I think of his simple yet Profound Wisdom!

FAMILY & LOVE

Happy 30th Birthday Daniel and Diana!

If you think Dan is cool you have got to meet his twin sister Diana. When Dan and I were dating she is the one who sealed the deal. I knew I was lucky when I was marrying the most fabulous man and one of my best friends was becoming my sister! I love you both so much and can't imagine my life without your crazy hilarious humor! Here's a little birthday secret for those of you that don't know. It wasn't known until Daniel was born and was smaller than expected that Diana was discovered. Can you imagine not finding out until birth that you were having twins?!