Happiness

Jonah is thankful for Chocolate. I am too! At Church today, I heard something neat:  "The difference between Gratitude and being Thankful is the act of showing it." (or something to that effect)- whether it's taking care of the things we have been blessed with, or showing appreciation for acts kindly done. And so, in an effort to be Grateful, I would like to document the things I am thankful for (that's showing, right?). -The realization that health- and not wealth is- the most important thing in life. -The goodness of dear, kind friends who help when help is needed. -Good books to read. -Hot Chocolate -Phone calls from home from Mom or Dad. -A healthy Grandmother and those that care for others -Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthdays -Comedy videos on Youtube (Ryan Hamilton) -Jimmy Fallon -Temples -Dogs -Jewelry - Neighbors who are kind and loving -Pizza -English Muffin Pizzas -Chocolate Pie -Sea Turtles I'm off to take a ...

And now blogging from Draper, Utah--- October was the kid's Fall Break and we headed out to Southern California (and mid California) to see both sides of our families and Grandparents for the kids. It was the first time Josh's Parents met Declan and it was so good for them to see him! Our first stop was Victorville and after seeing my Parents, we walked to my sister's new house a few blocks away. It was great to see them and we loved Quincy's 2 year old exclamation "We have black widows!" Arthur, Declan's cousin that is 2 month's older- is the same length as Declan! What a tall baby! Fox is teaching 5th grade this year and it keeps him super busy! Amy is home schooling her two little ones and is probably equally as busy!   Arthur and Declan- cousins two months apart.   Aunt Amy and Arthur   We went to this really cool rock shop in Barstow, CA. We bought some metallic rock shavings, tiny geodes and an opaque white rock that shines ligh...

Stuff is scattered all around. Packing things here and there. Old, worn out shoes, letters from two Years past, Lay discarded Ready for a trip to the dumpster Or Goodwill. My head is in a similar state- Dimensions of storage units dance Alongside to do lists of Carpeting cleaning, placing our Dog in a lovely home and Visions of a snowy winter ahead. Life is an adventure.