The Big day is finally here

I think it is funny that I am 33 years old but the thought of watching a Royal Wedding makes me feel like a little girl. I was three when Princess Diana got married. But I swear I remember it. Maybe I do or maybe it is because I have watched it so much growing up. Either way I am very excited to watch her Son Prince William Marry Kate.

I am most excited to see her Dress. I also think I will tear up when they pay tributes to William's Mother Princess Diana.

I guess I am not the only one who cares about the big day. They just said 4,000.00 tweets a minute.

Victoria Beckam is there and they keep showing her. I think it is annoying. Who cares that she is there. She always looks like her underware is riding to high to me. Today is no exception.

Oh and just in case you are wondering After Prince William and Kate Middleton say "I Do" on Friday morning, they will be known as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Queen Elizabeth II has announced

I loved the dress. It is classic. My friend Tonee an I were expecting something more modern. It reminds of Grace Kelley.

Contentment

"Contentment" seems realistically defined as "enjoyment of whatever may be desired". That definition is realistic because the more contented an individual or community becomes the less extreme so more acceptable their desires will be. Contentment is an intuitive natural concept, whereas "peace" is a civil and so non-intuitive concept dependent on restriction, whereas contentment was and is self sustaining.  According to the Dictionary that is what  Contentment means. I am trying to decide what Contentment means to me.  Whatever life circumstance I am going through I need to be content. So why is it is so hard? A couple of years ago I did I bible study on the Apostle Paul from Chuck Swindoll. It was really good for me. I think I need to read it again. I think oh I would be content if my house was clean, laundry done, every one was happy, spent enough quality time with each one of my children, Jason and I got to go out on a date night. But at the end of the day and self reflection I still do not feel content. Hm.... could it be because I am suppose to be doing God wants me to do and I am not doing it. We are going to start a bible study about Frances Chan's Book Crazy Love. I am looking forward to being challenged and being open to whatever God wants to reveal to me. I looked up these verses on contentment A merry heart does good, like medicine: but a broken spirit dries the bones. – Proverbs 17:22




Let your conduct be without covetousness; and be content with what you have: for He has said, I will never leave you, nor forsake you. – Hebrews 13:5



A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. The heart of him that has understanding seeks knowledge: but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness. All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart has a continual feast. Better is a little with the fear of Yahweh than great treasure with trouble. – Proverbs 15:13-16



A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy is rottenness to the bones. – Proverbs

Easter

It is funny to me how I spend hours looking for the "perfect" Easter outfit for each of my children. Then I dress them up with grumbles from the Boys and to try to take that "perfect" Easter picture. Who am I fooling? We are not perfect far from it. I should just give up;) But no I keep trying and then we get pictures like this.

In Jason's defense he was up all night puking. We think he got sick from something he ate. But we carried on. Went to an amazing church Service. I heard there was 15,000 people there. I also heard 40 people got baptized how cool is that?

Jason's Mom made the girls Easter dresses this year. I think she did a great job.
Easter 2011 is over but it remains in my house:) They each got 3 baskets from us and Grandma's. Working on good places to hide all that candy so I do not have a heft Dentist bill in 4 months;)

Super Star

Seth was Superstar at School this week. That means he gets to bring home a stuffed animal in a bag, bring in pictures, snack and special person. We got to take pictures of him doing random things with his "frog". I wondered if I was the only Mom that was creeped out by the whole frog thing. All I could think of was an episode of CSI and how many germs would be on the swab stick. But we rolled with it. Made crafts and made a fort.

Today Jason and I went to his Class. We brought in his special treat of ice cream. He was so happy to share it. I the Helicopter Germaphobic Mom was happy to pass along the frog to the next Lucky student:)

Day 30

It started out of necessity. Jason and I felt like our world was crumbling around us. The kids kept getting sick, money was getting tighter than ever, we were arguing. We just were not in a good place. We both decided that we needed to as a couple to come to God together. We decided to start waking up at 5:00 am and read the bible together. It really has been amazing. Our kids are staying healthy. Money is still a struggle but we are getting by. The BEST part is our Marriage is in a really good place. I can honestly say we have not argued since. We both just have a peace within us. We both just have more compassion in our daily life.

There is something so wonderful about holding your husbands hands and praying for your kids by name. I hope some day they do the same with their kids. To protect their minds, hearts, bodies. To pray they have a deep desire to love God with their WHOLE heart.

Thank you God for helping us get back on track.

Birthday Dinner at Red Robin

I am having quite a Birthday week. Feel very blessed. Jason's parents took me out to dinner to Red Robin. You know the place that is famous for their bottomless steak fries and burgers. Whenever Seth says Red Robin He says "YUM". We like it because it is nice and loud and does not matter if our kids act well less than "angels".

Jana and Lanie ate Mac and Cheese and had a great time. Cole and Seth had their favorites as well. Grandma and Grandpa spoiled them and got them Ice cream for dessert.

They were so sweet and got me a gift card to Forever 21. Can't wait to go shopping for some cute Spring dresses.

Girls night

I have a great group of girls tha meets once a month to spend time with each other. We have a great time whether we are wearing hats and bein silly or watching movies. I love them all.

“A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just the way you are.”

“Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget.”

“A friend is someone who helps you up when you're down, and if they can't, they lay down beside you and listen.”

We went to Logan's for dinner. Then they spoiled me rotten and got me gift cards to the movies, coldstone, and beautiful jewlery and an adorable top. God has blessed me with wonderful girlfriends. I am very thankful.

Two are better than one,
because they have a good return for their work:

If one falls down,
his friend can help him up.
But pity the man who falls
and has no one to help him up!


Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm.
But how can one keep warm alone?

Though one may be overpowered,
two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

Eccl 4:9-12

Just because she is so adorable and love this outfit

Pillow Case

Jason's Mom made the girls these adorable Pillow case dresses love them!

Soul Surfer

Kristin took me to see Soul Surfer for my Birthday. We had a great night. We caught up and she gave me this beautiful cup.

So now every morning think of her when I am doing my devotions

I LOVED the movie Soul Surfer the story of Bethany Hamilton.
http://bethanyhamilton.com/

What an inspiring this young Lady is. I hope that when my girls grow up they love Jesus as much as she does and are not afraid to tell the world. She did not let something that happened to her "define" her. She  over came tribulation and is not letting Satin rob her joy. The movie made me want to learn more about her. I plan on taking Cole to see the movie.

33

My 33rd Birthday was one of favorite Birthdays. It started out with a wake up from my sweet kids. All excited to give me presents. They made purses. Cole colored 33 all over it with bright colors. I will never forget how old I am:) Seth wrote his name in colors. So I will not forget who my favorite child is he said:) Lanie and Jana gave me a beautiful bracelet.

Jason out did himself this year. Ever since I can remember I have wanted to pick me out an outfit. Needless to say the task was daunting to him to say the least. So you can imagine my surprise when I opened up a bag and found two dresses, a neck less and some goodies from VS.

I wish I could have been a fly on the wall and watched him ever so carefully picking out my presents. The best part is he took this little girl with him.

searching

Today I have been doing some like of a better word soul searching. Just thinking of my life and what is has become. Wondering at the end of the Day what my Husband thinks, my children, God. I feel like I fall short every day. It is such a hard balance. Thankful that God loves me anyway. Thankful that it REALLY only matters what he thinks.

Jason and I have been waking up every morning for two weeks now to read the Bible. It has been so good for us.

We read 10 chapters a day. Jason got an app from his Ipod. We pray for our kids before we start. As early as 5 am comes it is so worth it. It is also nice that when I wake up I have one of these waiting for me.