Jeffrey R Holland...

Such an amazing man. He came to our stake conference yesterday. Besides the prophet...he's definitely my favorite. He is such an amazing speaker. So powerful. He gave me chills and brought tears to my eyes multiple times. I wish every single member of this church could've been there. He gave our stake a personal blessing. It was an amazing thing to witness. I know I keep saying amazing a lot but that's the only way I know how to describe my feelings. I was in awe. Something that really hit me is when he said "I did NOT dedicate my life to a fairy tale." That hit me like you can't believe. Why would he, or any other apostle or prophet or any member of this church, dedicate their entire lives to a church that was not true? They wouldn't. I know for a fact this is the only true church on earth. I am so grateful and so incredibly blessed to have been born and raised in it. It terrifies me to think where I might be today had I not been born a member. I might not even be alive. This gospel has saved my life. It has brought so many wonderful people into my life. So many people who have impacted my life. It's because of them that I'm still around today. I wish I could go back in time to yesterday just to hear him speak all over again. Such an incredible man who loves truly loves this gospel and every member in it. I really wish Gabe could've been there. He deserves to have an experience like that. I know I will never forget that day...February 7, 2010. I know, without a doubt in my heart and mind, that this is the true church. Knowing that brings me such peace. But, I must be going to bed now. So goodbye for now...

Ugh

This week's been crap. Gabe's gone, my mom's been acting weird, so has my dad, my mom is back to telling me how overweight and out of shape I am. I can't stand it. I never feel good enough. My dad says I manage myself like a 5 yr old. So now I'm going to spend the rest of the night looking at different lap band sites.

Goodnight!

GABE!

He's been here for a week for my birthday and it's been amazing! I love him!

Emotional?

It's random but I feel emotional all of a sudden...I started listening to Susan Boyle's new cd and the first song is Wild Horses. Originally done by the Rolling Stones but honestly...I'll take her version any day. It's just beautiful...I feel all lovey too. I'm just completely in love with Gabe. He's an incredible blessing in my life. He makes me so happy. Of course there's the occasional head butting. But what human doesn't have that happen in life? We ALWAYS end up working it out soon after. I'm so grateful for his love and his patience. Long distance is tough but he's so worth it. I know everyone else thinks I'm crazy for it. But I'm happy and that's all that really matters. Well I guess I better get to bed so I don't sleep all day tomorrow! Lord knows I'm good at that!
Here's the song...


Goodnight!

Holy night....

Christmas came and went...New years happened...Now it's almost January 3rd! I'm REALLY falling behind... AMAZING news though! Gabe's coming January 14th for my birthday! That's in 2 weeks! I'm so excited I can't stand it! It's finally happening...I need to go to bed now though seeing as how church starts at 9 am now. Whoopee....

Goodnight!

Thanksgiving

This year we went to Emily and Jeremy's for Thanksgiving. It was so much fun. Kris, Becky, Evie, and Maddie came too. It's been so long since we've had everyone together like that. The weather was beautiful. Cold but beautiful! On Friday we went to This Is The Place monument and went on the little train ride there. The kids loved it. Afterwards we walked around the different little pioneer homes and saw some horses and baby cows. Oh my goodness they were so cute! Their hair was still soft and wispy. So cute. Sadly on Saturday we came home. I miss my boys so much. Justin wouldn't let go of me. He held me so tight and begged me to stay or tried to get me to take him home. I wish I could've. I wish I could've brought them ALL home with me! It was such a fun trip. Short but fun. We need more like those in our lives. I love my family so much and miss having them close to me. Thank goodness for phones and facebook!

I'm horrible...

I've been so bad at updating my blog these past few months! It's not like I don't have time... I have plenty of time! I guess not a lot has been happening lately. However I did just go to lunch at Olive Garden with Sis VanBuskirk and Sara. It was so fun. It was good to hear about Daniel. He's doing such a great job on his mission. I'm so proud of him. Gabe and I are still doing quite well. He makes me so happy. He's so stinkin cute. My calling is still a little crazy. Primary in general is just crazy. Those kids are nuts! But pretty cute at the same time. We're going to Emily's in a couple weeks for Thanksgiving! I'm so excited! I miss my boys! They're gettin so big. Ethan's talking A LOT more now. And of course I'm not there to see it! AND THEN if all goes well...I'll fly to Indiana December 6th to see Gabe! I hope I can. I'm getting so excited. But that's pretty much all that's going on for now. I'll try to write sooner if I remember. Ha!

Happy Veteran's Day!