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The Girl in a Whirl

My cousin just posted this on her organization blog, I've heard it before in song and I absolutely love it!

“The Girl in a Whirl"
by Dr. Sue

Look at me, look at me, look at me now!
You could do what I do if you only knew how.
I study the scriptures one hour each day,
I bake, I upholster, I scrub and I pray.
I always keep all the commandments completely,
I speak to my little ones gently and sweetly.
I help in their classrooms, I sew all they wear,
I drive them to practice, I cut all their hair.
I go to the temple at least once a week,
I change the car's tires and fix the sink's leak.
I'm taking a class on the teachings of Paul,
But that is not all, oh no, that is not all!
I play the piano and work on my talents,
My life is a wonder of fullness and balance.
I read to my children, I help all my neighbors,
I bless my community, too, with my labors.
Our family home evenings are always delightful,
The lessons I give are both fun and insightful.
I do genealogy faithfully, too.
It's easy to do all of the things that I do.
I have a home business to help make some money,
I always look beautifully groomed for my honey.
My visiting teaching is done the first day,
I exercise and I cook menus gourmet.
I can garden produce each summer and fall,
But that is not all, oh no, that is not all!
"It's easy," she said,
And then she dropped dead!

Roots

How I keep in touch with my roots.........decorate the boy's room with style. Go Blue!

The two best dads

When you get married, you really can only guess what kind of father your husband will be, but I can tell you that I had no worries, I just knew Justin would be the best and what do ya' know, he hasn't let me down and I'm sure he never will! The kids love when daddy walks through the door and recently they have loved going to his new office to have lunch with him. Justin is great at teaching, cuddling, playing, you name it! I love him so much and couldn't be happier with him as a father and husband. Next, I want to tell you the reason I didn't settle for any less than the best in choosing my eternal companion......


My dad. I have always felt a special bond with my dad ever since I was young and as I've grown older I've realized it's because we are alike in many ways. As a teenager my mom would always tell me this, but I would just roll my eyes. Now I embrace the qualities that my dad has instilled in me, particularly the love we both share for dance. When I danced in competitions growing up, my dad would always meet me right after our team left the floor to hug and high five me telling me what a wonderful job I did. It may seem a small thing, but I have never forgotten the feeling that gave me of being loved by my daddy and knowing he had every confidence in me. A couple years ago we had the opportunity to dance together at a family gathering and it is one of my favorite memories and will probably continue to be for the rest of my life. Simply put, my dad is the best! Love you dad! Happy Father's Day

sweet and juicy

I got the best deal on strawberries today......












Free from the Price strawberry patch. yummy.

Finally.....DISNEYLAND!

Disneyland was everything you would expect it to be; exciting, spectacular, exhausting! The park was not crowded, a definite plus, so the most we waited for a ride was about 20 minutes. The princesses on the other hand...one hour, two times and we ended up seeing two of the princesses twice.....arrrgh! I would definitely just pay the extra money next time to have breakfast with them. The girls were in heaven, though, especially about Princess Tiana from Princess and the Frog. Treygan only wanted to meet the princesses if I would let him show them his "trick." Since I thought it would be rude for him to fart with his armpit at them, he and dad went on some other rides while the girls waited. Taylee says her favorite rides were the rocket ship and Dumbo. Brooklyn's was Pirates of the Caribbean (so she says; she covered her eyes most of the time) and Trey's was Indiana Jones. We all loved meeting the characters, seeing the shows and having great spots at the parade! Disneyland truly is the happiest place on earth and we can't wait to go again....in at least three more years!




Princess Tiana
Minnie
Taylee ran back to Minnie for one last hug


Mary Poppins
killing time in line
awww
After day one
no problems being in one room that night!
Telling Belle she's five
Ariel
Goofy
Sneaking a kiss from Mickey
High five Woody!
Muppets in 3D
Brook was TERRIFIED of this ride. No, it is not a scary ride
dancing at the parade
Trey really got into it
Bye bye Disneyland