Remember This

I was watching "Good Things Utah" (the molly version of the view) yesterday and one of the co-hosts was wearing one of these. Apparently they are considered vintage now, that makes me feel a little old. Me and my sisters had these growing up. I remember walking to Pic and Save to get new charms. Even major tomboys loved the plastic charm chains! They really complimented my layered clothes and triangle shaped perm. I love seeing things like this it is so nostalgic! Does anyone else remember these or was it just a Reed trend?

A Great Deal

I know in todays world we are supposed to hate Wal*Mart but I have to say I love it! If you can get past the occasional funk it really is the cheapest place to get groceries. I also find it strangely therapeutic wandering the isles of a store late at night sans kinds. I feel sorry for those of you who live in the Red state of California where  boycotting the construction of Wal*Mart Supercenters is common practice. Well, last night was no exception. Apparently if you do your shopping around midnight, when they are pulling meat that has met its "sell or freeze by date", you can get a killer deal. No pun intended. I got a thirty dollar brisket for eight dollars and a chipotle bbq pork loin for three dollars. I froze them when I got home to use for future meals. I do have a dilemma I have never cooked brisket. Any suggestions?

Deep Thoughts By Ashton Taylor

Last night after I read Ashton a very lengthy bedtime story, said prayers, and got water he proceeded to ask me a series of very deep questions.

Q:Who killed Jesus?

A:Some very bad men who didn't believe his teachings.

Q:Does Jesus kill bad guys?

A:No Jesus forgives people and teaches us to forgive.

Q:Can we walk in heaven?

A:Yes

Q:How can we walk if our bones are buried?

A:Just our bodies are buried but our spirits are in heaven.

Q:Can we see in heaven?

This conversation went on longer and actually picked up this morning when we woke up. I am not sure if all this was just a stall technique or a genuine quest for knowledge of the spiritual realm. Regardless it made me more aware of the curiosity that lies in our children and our responsibility as parents to teach our kids.

P.S. I mentioned I read Ashton a long bedtime story. Does anyone else skip some of the pages in order to expedite or am I a bad mom?

We've Arrived!

I have been told that just having a blog does not actually qualify you as a "blogger." So here it is my first official blog! Any of you that know me know that I am a bit of a procrastinator. My mom and Emily designed this lovely blog and I am just now getting around to doing my first post. In my defence I have been home only two days out of the past three weeks. We (me and my two boys) are currently in Bakersfield helping my Mom and Dad. I'm sure any one who is reading this is aware of the situation that brought us here. I have been wanting to plan a trip to Bakersfield lately I just wish it could have been under different circumstances. Even though Mom is still recovering and not at the top of her game it is so nice being here. Ashton is especially fond of his Grandma Linda. While Mom was still in the hospital he just kind of moped around the house. He even tried devising a plan which involved eating too many cookies and being admitted to the same hospital and room where Grandma was. Very sweet! I am grateful we were able to come and be of some help. Heather has been very generous to watch the boys during the day for me last week so I could visit mom in the hospital. I feel so blessed to have the family that I do. Every one has done their part through this difficult time. It touches my heart to see the love and devotion that exists in this family especially between my sweet parents. Dad has hardly left Mom's side in the past two weeks and even has to be reminded to eat! I want to thank my sweet husband for letting us be here I know its been a sacrifice for him to be away from me and our boys. Sean is a hard worker and has been very busy with the new business he and his brother Todd are starting or he would be here with us.

On a different note, I just wanted to publicly say how much I enjoyed Elder Ballard's talk during the Sunday session of conference. There is always that one talk that really sticks out for you and his is exactly what I needed to hear. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed or maybe a little inadequate and what he said about us being in different seasons of our lives and just doing what we can in our own specific situations really spoke to me. I love being a wife and mother and truly appreciate this amazing responsibility I have been blessed with.

On a bright note, I thought everone would enjoy some updated photos of the boys. Some were taken by Sean's talented sister, Jennifer, and one was taken here in Bakersfield.