Happiness

 Peeta's Cheesy Rolls. I made them! They were yummy! Not as good as on Pinterest, but that's okay! I've been a little sad lately that my blog isn't what, in my dreams of dreams, it would be. It's not Best Bites. It's not Marta Writes (hey, that rhymes!). It doesn't get comments. And that's okay. I've thought about stopping it. And doing something else with my time. Like crocheting (if I can ever find my crochet project- why, oh why, was there not a box labeled "crochet" when we moved and my nice little project tucked inside? I finally found my favorite pink bathroom in a bag labeled "Winter Coats"- who in the world was packing? Next time we move I'm paying professionals to come help us organize and pack.) But, today after reading a sweet, sweet birthday post, I've decided to keep this little blog of mine and just write. Me. And my thoughts. It doesn't matter if anyone reads it. I'll be writing just for the...

*Disclaimer- this is is just my opinion and not those of any other group or establishment. (this is a political post so if you don't want to read it, please feel free to skip over this post!) As I was laying in bed last night, trying to go to sleep, I happened to read something online that stirred my thoughts and emotions and began thinking of this year's election. I am conservative and because of that, I know without a doubt who I will vote for in November. I have been meaning to make phone calls for this person's campaign, but somehow I keep putting it off and I was trying to wonder why.  Last night, while pondering in my bed, I decided two things.  One- I haven't committed to making phone calls for Mitt Romney because I fear that he will lose. And if he does lose, will that time I spent in calling be of naught? Josh and I talked about it and decided that no, the time wouldn't be lost. It's up to us to do our part and then to "stand stil...

   Ethan, seeing that Halloween is soon approaching, finds the dress up box! Fall is Here (Saturday) and it is supposed to hit 106 today. I can't believe it. Last year we had only been in Arizona for about a month when Fall hit and we weren't begging for the weather to cool down. Please, please, please cool down Arizona! Well, last week I had a week long substituting job as an aide for a cute little boy (with I think Cerebral Palsy) in 1st grade at the kid's school. There are a lot of kids from our Church who got to school, so when they would see me they would say "Hi, Sister Abbott!" and "Are you a teacher?" I would explain that yes I am, and that I am work for any of the teachers who are sick or on vacation (the lady I subbed for was in Hawaii for a wedding). Then I would say "And I LOVE it! I love being with you kids and I love getting paid for it!" They thought that was pretty funny. The week was hot, fun, tiring, lots of learni...

We let Elizabeth invite a few friends over for a swim party last Saturday. The water was a little cooler than normal, but everyone had a great time!   Elizabeth was cold after the swim and instead of donning a cover up, she chose a jacket. Silly girl!    Swedish Fish cupcakes (on my worst baking pan!)      At the end of that Saturday, we gave Josh's hammock that he brought home from his mission to Brazil it's maiden voyage out into the sun, after 12 years of being wrapped in plastic. The kids love riding her great berths and I love that we are finally using something that survived 7 moves! This is my blog. My name is Megan.

I have to share this before I forget. Today, while talking on the couch, Asher said to me: "I met the most beautiful girl when I was born." I said "WHO???" He looked at me shyly, I answered my own question- "me?" and he smiled and nodded. Swoon . I love that little first grader! This is my blog. My name is Megan Abbott.

Elizabeth and baby Chloe Elizabeth has an AWESOME teacher this year! While talking with a few Moms last year on the Stake/Church Softball field, we discussed which teachers they liked and which they didn't. Elizabeth's teacher, Mrs. Bretzke, was mentioned time and time again for 4th grade. I made a mental note of it and was sad to hear that this year the school had decided to let the computer decide who got what teachers and were not taking any requests. I put my faith in the system though and was thrilled to find that Elizabeth got Mrs. Bretzke, along with about 4 other girls from our Stake! This year she has 33 students in her class, including 4 kids who have autism and their aide. It is one busy class. Elizabeth's teacher even has to wear a microphone around her neck for certain lesson times. I volunteered in her class from 10:30-11:30 last week and when I was leaving (very impressed with how under control the class was) Mrs. Bretzke said "Aren't you going to ta...

 I am substituting all week this week at the kid's school, working with one child in Special Ed. What a great way to celebrate Elizabeth's DOUBLE DIGIT Birthday by being at her school- seeing her in the hallway (possibly), eating lunch with her (if my schedule overlaps with hers) and walking home with her (and the boys). Lately, I've been taking the time to notice Elizabeth. Do you know how beautiful she is? I may be biased, but she is! She has these beautiful, big red lips and these giant, pure blue eyes. Her laugh is contagious, happy and fun. She is a wonderful sister- playing card games, board games, wii games, swimming pool games with the boys. And yet, she loves time with her girl friends by herself. She is having a few close friends over for a swim party on Saturday. She made the invitations almost all by herself and is super excited about it. But, mostly she's excited about being 10. She's growing up- learning more about the world, caring about what her...