Friends

Maybe I've posted about these two before but I don't care - it's worth another mention.  These two boys are awesome!  I'm so thankful that over the last year they have become the best of friends.  They bring out the best in each other.  I love that Ben has a friend who has the same beliefs that he does.  The are kindred souls. 

Friends are tender mercies

 It's been hard with my mom gone - especially since I'm used to talking or hanging out with her almost every day.  I'm so thankful that during the summer a few friends and I would get together on Thursdays to hang out for a little while.  Adult conversation is always nice :)  On one Thursday we took a field trip to Sweet Tooth fairy...yum!

 So thankful for my friend Drea.  Sometimes when I'm feeling down, I ride my bike over to her house.  We basically just sit around and make jokes and laugh.  I love that we have the same sense of humor and that she always looks so happy to see me.  She always calls or texts me when I need it the most.  She is such a tender mercy in my life.

 Nancy at work is another tender mercy.  She is like my other mother.  She made me this cute anklet and some beautiful earrings.  I love that I can talk to her about anything and she will always listen and give me good advice.

I had to include this picture.  Christy slaved for hours over Twister sheets for Colee for her bridal shower.  They were awesome.  I am always amazed that Christy can basically do any thing she sets her mind to and she isn't afraid to try any thing.  I so thankful for her and for her example to me.

I am so lucky to have some pretty great friends :)

I was

laying in bed this morning.  Thinking about how fast this summer has flown by.  I thought how it's been one of the best summers of my life...for me and for my children.  One of the main reasons is my friendship with these three gals.  They have made me feel loved and accepted.  And they have made my family feel the same way. I am so grateful for their friendship.  For their sense of humor.  For always being up for anything.  And mostly for accepting me and my family.

They are proof that Heavenly Father answers prayers.

Have you ever

felt a certain way and just wanted to hold onto that feeling forever?  Like a first kiss or the first time you ride your bike.

I felt that today.

Xander was ordained a teacher by my dad.  You might not know what this means, but what basically happened was that my dad gave him a blessing.  I have never felt the spirit so strong.  I started crying, which I never do now days.  Sometimes I feel as if I'm made of stone or that I have to be, but today the waterworks fell.

In the blessing my dad talked about how true happiness come from serving other people.  He challenged Xander to be an example in our house and to be a peacemaker.  He said more than that and I can say for certainty that the things he said were inspired.

Today I am so thankful to be my father's daughter.  I am thankful that Xander is his grandson.  I am thankful that my dad is worthy to give Xander such a blessing.  Those two have always had a strong and special bond.

As I sat in Relief Society a good friend wrapped her arm around me and said, "You look sad today".  As she hugged me I felt such peace.  I didn't want her to let go.  This particular friend understands a lot that other people don't.  She knows without me having to say any thing.  I am so thankful for her friendship today.  On a day when I desperately needed it.  It made me realize I am not alone.  That my Heavenly Father loves me and blesses me through my family and friends.

Today I am thankful.

Thank you

I don't know how many people still read this little blog of mine, but I just wanted to use it to say thanks to a few people, without whom I couldn't have survived these last 4 months.

Jill C. - thank you so much for taking my kids home. For always laughing at my lame jokes and for being there for me. Whenever.

Kahea - for always offering your help. And for checking in on me :).

Jill L. - thank you for always saying "yes" whenever I asked. I'm so lucky to have you as a vt and as a friend.

Kim - thank you for being my last minute babysitter many times. You're the best!

Trina - thank you for taking care of Evan. For giving me advice and for understanding.

Tricia - thank you for putting up with all of those screaming fits (mine & Evan's). For always giving me an excuse to go to Sonic. And for listening to me.

Mom - thank you for being Evan's other mother. For listening to me and giving me advice. And for always being on my side.

And most importantly my husband. Who is my best friend - who always makes me laugh and understands me. Who makes me feel like I am the most important person in the world. And who will watch SYTYCD with me. :)

It's hard for me to let these people know how much I love and appreciate them - mostly because then I start crying and it's just not pretty. As I've struggled with all the changes going on I've really learned to appreciate the awesome people I have in my life. It always amazes me when someone offers to help me and doesn't make me feel guilty about it. I hope I can be that kind of friend.

Thank you.