11 April 2011

They had first look pics prior to the wedding - I loved the beach here - it was magical - sadly we didn't have time to enjoy it as the second morning one of our car seats got jammed. This is one of my fav b&w's with the veil of my sister. The other pics are of our brood playing around. He has much more hair now:)

Dancing faces you towards Heaven, whichever direction you turn

Quote by Terri Guillemets

Another I like - Dancing is like dreaming with your feet! ~Constanze

and this ....Dancing is the loftiest, the most moving, the most beautiful of the arts, because it is not mere translation or abstraction from life; it is life itself. ~Havelock Ellis

I am trying to write this as my dancing queen passes me chewed on pieces of mandarin that are yuck after I generously gave up over half(have white pieces however miniscule on them). I took these this morning after she rustled around in the bedroom and found some pink shoes to go with the dress she had eyed up last night to wear. I love watching her dance (what is the definition of dance?). The preschoolers do look very cute as they attempt to look as graceful as their teacher. Some mean feat. The one that comes the closest in grace is her daughter in the class - who either has a natural ability or practices at home??? Their enthusism is instantly contagious. Her little brother wishes he was old enough to participate.

A good woman

"There has never been a greater need for strong families and homes."
"Life is not calm for most women."
Yes!!!!!! People get it.

Jordan's first experience with makeup

 

Getting ready for Auntie Rena's wedding - a little bit of lip gloss and blush. Wish my skin was as soft and beautiful.

Who's going to marry me?

 

Ever since Jordan found out Auntie Rena was getting married she would ask "who's going to marry me?" about herself. It was very endearing. She then decided that she would marry Jacob, her baby brother because she loved him. Whoever it will be I would count very blessed.

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.