Poor Thing

This was just to cute not to post. I was working until 8 pm tonight and only had about 20 mins left. Layne was gone because he had to run to practice for choir. So Julia was left to her own devices in the living room. Usually she will just watch a show on T.V. or just play in the kitchen or in her room. It was quiet when I was done with work so I went to check on her. I checked her room first....not there. So I venture out to the living room and I called out her name. Usually she will come running out from where ever she is but not this time. I found her in her little spot where she likes to sit and read most days. But this time she had found a pillow and was out like a light, sippy cup in hand. Good thing she already had her pajamas on!

Santa??!!

I guess this experience speaks for itself!! Its a before and after shot with our visit with Santa. I hope she grows out of it:)

Joy of Christmas

Oh, the wonderment of little ones!! It is so fun to watch Julia at Christmas. She is fascinated with the tree. She loves to touch and look at all the ornaments, until she pulled so hard on one that the tree fell over on her and now won't go near it.....I guess she learned her lesson. But she will see the stars and Santa's and call them out by name. I caught her one night lying down under the tree and touching the ornaments. Just the precious moments we capture. To see Christmas through the eyes of a child....how sweet!!

Disco Wonderland!

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Holiday Season

We had a Wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!! We spent time with both sides of the family. Thanksgiving day was quiet and restful. Lots of food and great company. Then for the weekend we went to the Parker Christmas Party!! It was great to see all the extended family. We had a great time. Julia was just on "go mode" never stopping. We all came home and crashed. And when that happens it usually means we had a fun filled, exciting time.
Julia is begining to understand more and its fun to watch her learn new things. Its exciting to see her learn about the holidays. When see she's a Santa she will say "ho, ho, ho" but it comes out more like "oh, oh, oh!!" She is just too cute.
I'm excited for this upcoming Christmas season. A season to be thankful for our Older Brother, Jesus Christ, who sacraficed all! What a blessing! Let us all take time out this Christmas season to ponder the true meaning of Christmas.

Give Thanks!!

Well, with Thanksgiving this week I thought I would post a cute list that I came across. This just reminds us that we ALL have something to be thankful for!!

I AM THANKFUL FOR:
The mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends.
The taxes I pay because it means I am employed.
The clothes that fit a little too snug because it means I have enough to eat.
My shadow who watches me work because it means that I am out in the sunshine.
The spot I find at the far end of the parking lot because it means I am capable of walking.
All the complaining I hear about the government because it means we have freedom of speech.
My huge heating bill because it means I am warm.
The lady behind me in church that sings off key because it means I can hear.
The alarm that goes off in the early morning because it means I AM ALIVE!
The piles of laundry because it means my loved ones are nearby.
Weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day because it means I have been productive.

Count Your Many Blessings! Happy Thanksgiving!

Things on my mind........

Can I just say with everything that has gone on lately with the election and proposition 8 that things are becoming more and more chaotic. For me, it is definitely is a sign of the times. The saying, " Good will be Evil and Evil will become Good" is becoming more and more prevalent. For me its a bit scary to see these types of things taking place but I HAVE HOPE!!! In my reading of the Book of Mormon lately it just puts things into perspective. This book parallels our day so much. Prophets are rejected, the saints are being persecuted for their beliefs........sounds like 'today' to me?! Anyway, I am just so very grateful to have a living Prophet and Apostles that lead and guide us in our day. In this world, where things are growing more and more out of control, we need to look to them for guidance and direction. They receive revelation for us and will not lead us astray......this is what gives me HOPE!!! Even though we are called names and judged harshly for 'our beliefs' we need to keep in mind that they are standards of GOD....our church just didn't make up these 'standards' for just its members. God set forth these commandments and principals for us to live by. That is a 'standard' the world certainly doesn't live by...and it saddens me...thus again, just a sign of the times. Anyway, just something that has been on my mind lately....thought I would share it with you all:)