To all mothers -

I hope you feel what we have is a privilege.

I found this on my friends blog and found it really inspiring. I love how she
Despite how much pain she has been in and all she still says things like this -
*I prayed to my Lord and thanked him for my life. I am so happy.* *But I also remind myself that I am a perfect spirit enduring this imperfect world.
No matter how abnormal I am on this earth, my spirit knows no boundaries of any type.*
She really has the right perspective on life. Despite how hard life has been since the accident she feels blessed to be here and I love feeling the love Steph and Christain have for each other - it sounds out of this world, but it's very real. Their increased faith in Heavenly Father and his Son Jesus Christ since their trials are an amazing inspiration. He heals our souls if we allow him to.

Life seems so easy sometimes and not so easy at others - this was a reminder of how we all go through different trials. Ours is quite small today - we have been invaded with the stomach bug - it has invaded our home but it will leave soon - here's hoping. Small trial in the big scheme of things. But I really hope it passes. I love being a mother and never imagined it could be so wonderful - with so many different emotions.

Professor Robert Whitfield said
We are not born with love. We have to be given it. Every child needs one person who is irrationally committed to their welfare. We are no one without a committed someone.
I hope that every moment of your time on this earth is treasured.

photography inspiration

Wow, a little birdie told me about a blog where the photos are just incredible. I want to take photos like that! What is stopping me? If only I knew - I take photos anyway but I would enjoy even more the result and the concept if I could get something that was anything like Ralphies with the lighting and composition - practice, practice, practice and more money invested in equipment?!!!!I know thou shalt not envy but I really wish I was at least behind Ralphie in line when they were giving out photography ability! Or only a little further back. Just a little.

Teach them truth

A snippet from General Conference a few weeks ago.

Teach them truth and teach them to live it.

Giving up is not an option. Turn to the Lord.
Never let an earthly circumstance disable you spiritually.


It is nice to get some perspective sometimes amongst the everyday wear and tear:)

Remembering

It seems so long ago now - Hape and my wedding day but it was about 7 or so years ago - time has flown and in the meantime we have two precious children. We thank God for you every single day (at least 2x). We didn't have as much to organise as Marena and Rob so things were a bit less complicated - they did an awesome job of bringing it all together - can't wait to see the professional photos. Here are a few pics of our day.

My little sister's wedding day

Wedding day 11th April 2010 - it was really special to be a part of her special day. Jordan our daughter was the flower girl and I was maid of honor. It was special to be there as unfortunately Marena was in Utah studying when we were married. I felt emotional and it was a special moment to share with not only my sister but my daughter as well. Ever since she heard Auntie Rena was getting married she kept asking "who's going to marry me?"

While you were sleeping

Today while you were sleeping
I admired you and your cuteness
I couldn't resist a couple of shots,
testing to see if I could take one that wasn't blurry,
I put in your cot,
tidied up,
did dishes,
put out the washing,
hung out and snuggled with your sister on the couch
and thought about how much I love you both

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