Visiting Teachers and Home Teachers

My visiting teachers came over at 1pm. Gracie loved playing with their kids. It was good to see Becky and Shannon. They are wonderful visiting teachers.
Then my new home teachers came at 7pm. They prayed before and after and gave a message. Tommy listened. I am so glad they do that. At least it is some spiritual stuff for him to hear.
Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for my visiting teachers and my home teachers. What a blessing to belong to a church that cares so much for it's members.

Talking In Church

I was asked to give a talk in church on "Increasing Faith by Putting God First", It was hard for me but I did it and wasn't as nervous as I usually am. I felt the Spirit when I was writing my talk and definitely knew he was guiding my thoughts.

I am just glad it is over with and I don't have to stress about it any longer.

Britney taught our class on Fishes. The little kids are so cute. 

Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to talk. It always feels better when I do what I am asked. I am blessed.

The Falls with Heather and Gerri

 Heather Helping Me

Heather and Gerri

I got up Saturday morning and ran to Broulims for fruit and muffins for breakfast. Megan and Travis came over to eat with us. It was yummy and easy. Gerri makes a mean fruit salad.

Then it was off to see the falls. What a time getting through the snow to see them. And of course trying to get back on the road I fell to my knees in the snow. Heather and I were laughing so hard I couldn't get up. But I finally make it with Heather's help and it was off to find cool barns to take pictures of in Rigby.

They had to leave as soon as we got home to go by their campsite for Gerri's birthday and get home before dark.

It was so much fun to hang out with these wonderful friends of mine.

Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for the friendship we share. Friends are a blessing in my life and I am grateful for them.

Mexican Restaurant with Heather and Gerri

 Taqueria El Rancho

Heather, Gerri and I went to Rexburg to surprise Megan. We had to sneak up to the door to surprise her. But no one answered, so as we started to walk away we could see them walking across the parking lot. We had to run upstairs and hide until they got into their apartment. It was so fun to see how surprised Megan was to see her mom.
We went to dinner at the yummy Mexican Restaurant. It was delicious. Then it was back to my house to talk until 12 midnight. But what a good time we had.
I am also wearing my new sweater that my sweet friend gave me. It is so comfy and fun.
Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for these two friends of mine. They are so fun. I am blessed to have such good friends.

Doing my Floors and Cleaning

Tommy and I cleaned all my floors today. They were pretty bad. Now they are all shiny. Gracie was our helper. Then I cleaned the rest of the house and got ready for my friends that are coming tomorrow.  I love when friends and family come to visit. It gives me something to look forward to.     Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for my dear hubby who is so willing to help me keep this house clean. He makes it easy for me to keep my floors all clean and shiny. I am blessed.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Writing My Talk

Gracie and her Package

On Sunday Brother Neville came into my classroom after primary was over and ask me to give a talk on Increasing "My Faith By Putting God First". I really wanted to tell him no but knew I needed to do what I was asked. So now the nerves are working overtime.
I prayed that I would be able to write this talk today and know what to put on paper. And when I first started writing it and getting quotes and things for LDS.org it felt like I was talking already. I was a nervous wreck. But as the day progressed and I kept plugging away at it, it became easier. I was able to finish it today and it's 10 minutes long. That's as long as it gets for me.
I am always amazed at the power of prayer. It was such a relief to have it done. Now I can relax.
Harley brought in a package that Cha Cha had sent to Gracie. She had so much fun opening everything. I took videos and sent them to her. She is a good grandma to Gracie.
Grateful Statement: I am so grateful for the power of prayer. What a wonderful gift I have been given. I am blessed.

Gracie's Big Girl Bed

Gracie's Bed

Gracie loves sleeping on Janna's couch. This is her new bed and she loves it. For her nap she will go over to "her" house and jump up on the couch and go to sleep. It is so nice not to have to lay down with her to get her to sleep. She has her Zebbie and her fuzzy blanket and she is set.

She is feeling much better and can drink and eat so we are happy campers around here.

Grateful Statement: I am so grateful that Gracie is finally figuring out how to be a little girl with independence. She is thriving with the love and care of her Idaho family. We are blessed!