Goings and Comings

Finally, a beautiful spring day. No wind. No rain. "Hail no". Warm temperatures. A perfect day to walk to work. Our humble abode is located on the north side of town. My place of employment is located on the south side. I must cross Delta's main street. Located on the corner of 7-11 (north side) and Zions Bank (south side) is the cross walk. In the morning it is always relatively quiet. No fear of oncoming traffic. In the afternoon it is a different story. But traffic always seems to come to a stop for me. Is that because: A. I am a Jennifer Lopez look alike. Beautiful hair, gorgeous body, stilettos, tight skirt...you get my drift. B. My Maxine attitude. I am 59 I have the right of way. Hello it is a cross walk and pedestrians do have the right of way. Plus, if you hit me I might do some serious damage to your vehicle. Go ahead you decide, is the answer A, is it B, is it both? Just a hint. The Principal of Delta Middle School did phone me last October and told me she saw me working the corners and knew what my Halloween costume should be!! We both got a HUGE chuckle out of that. She is one totally delightful lady!

"Egg"-Citement in Delta

On your mark, get set, 'scramble'!

Isaac kind of got 'fried' when he fell on the stairs.

But he did not stay sad long. Once he figured out the system (with help from Grandpa) he was 'sunny side' up!

Max was having a grand time finding eggs.
Grandpa and Grandma were having a grand time
watching little ones search for eggs!
Easter Eggs growing in the Rhubarb plant? Amazing!

It is Grandpa's green thumb.

Ava was all smiles when her dad found the monster egg.

But it was Phil who found the golden egg! Miss Kristina Kay. Our future daughter-in-law. We are way 'egg' cited for the two of them! Congratulations Phil and Kristina! We love ya!

Wonder of Wonder, Miracles of Miracles

For all those mothers out there who have teenage children my advice to you is go forward with faith, be believing, and have great hope . Yes, they do mature, some faster than others, but they do learn and grow.

The proof is in the photo. Yes, Liz is a great cook! We so enjoyed her Quesadillas, Spaghetti with delicious meatballs, and to die for Craisin, Dark Chocolate Cookies. Such a pleasant surprise. (I recall those Halie and Liz moments in my kitchen)

It was a joyful, satisfying moment watching her mother her little son. Yes, my Reid is in good hands. Amazing, all amazing. Thanks sis! Missing you and my lil Reid.

The Many Faces of Reid...We love em all!

Mom's hair.

Dad's eyes.

Grandpa's drool!

My little subject really does smile,

just not when I am doing a photo shoot! Enjoying the backyard scene with my Grandpa.

"Hey, where did that cat go?"

"Won't someone please help me reach my toes?"

Missing you Reid!

SpRiNg

One minute I have the furnace turned on. The next day I am running my ceiling fan in the living room. Spring weather and menopause have a lot in common don't they?!

AH HA

My honey invited me to ride out with him

to Eskdale yesterday.

On our return to Delta we had a

stunning view of Notch Peak.

Notch Peak is always more beautiful when viewing

it from west to east.

We have been to the top of Notch Peak.

The road is steep, very steep.

The road is rocky, very rocky.

The road is narrow, very narrow.

It is not for the faint of heart.

The truck was not going top speed,

but my anxiety certainly was.

Once on top the view is breath taking.

One can see all over the valley.

It is so quiet, so still, so peaceful.

Gives one an entire new outlook on life.

The Temple is often referred to as the Mountain of the Lord.

The road to the Temple can be difficult.

It requires sacrifice.

Sacrifice of time, money, and behavior.

But once there the view is breath taking.

So still, so quiet, so peaceful.

A totally different outlook on life as we know it.

I think it is time my honey and I travel this road.

Gotta love those ah ha moments the Lord allows us!

Making My Dreams Come True

Scott removed all of Beulah's brick border in the backyard and stacked them so nice and neat until we could decide what to do with them. I wanted this in my front flower bed and being the nice, kind, and hard working husband that he is he spent Friday evening and all day Saturday working on it. Making sure it met my satisfaction. I love it!!

Scott hard at work. That's my man! I need to buy him a new hat for all his hard work.

Brick work is finished now it is my turn to dig that beautiful black sand into the soil.

Went towards Fillmore for the lovely sand.

Delta has 'lovely' clay.

It was a windy day.

Feeling like 'True Grit'.

Time to go shower.

Thanks Scott, I love it and you!

It was a little rusty at first.

Had not seen physical labor since late fall.

Began with an ever so slight roar of the engine.

A little stiff. Slow start.

Running out of steam (or is it gas?) towards the end,

but it pushed on and finished the job.

Not speaking of the lawnmower. It was in great condition!

But the 'older more mature woman' behind the wheel...

Now that is another story.

Trying to improve my time.

Will keep you posted.

snoitcelfeR rorriM

I love Psychology. The study of human behvavior fasinates me. I love reading and studying the Book Of Mormon. Did you know the two go hand in hand? Point #1.

I remember learning that how we view our world is a mirror reflection of ourselves. I love that! I believe it to be true. After learning that I remember having to be gut honest with myself and asking myself how I viewed my ward, which was a big part of my world. The answer was not particularly a pretty one. I viewed my ward as being critical. Yes, I had to admit I was the one who was critical. Then I had to work on changing that part of me.

Well, as I was reading the Book of Mormon I came across the part where Laban accuses Laman of being a robber and trying to steal the brass plates -1 Nephi 3:13. Twelve versus later Laman and brothers try to buy the brass plates with their wealth. Laban is impressed with their wealth, but is not wanting to part with the brass plates. He tosses the brothers out and sends his servants to slay them . Keeping their wealth for himself. Don't tell me....Laban is a robber? See how that mirror image works! Gotta love it. So how do you view your world? Whether it be your family world, ward world, work world, whatever. How you view your world is a mirror image of yourself. But that is not to say you can not change that view if you do not quite like what you see. Yes, I love the study of human behavior and tying it in with my Book of Mormon study time!

Up Close and 'Purse'- onal

How has the economic crisis affected me 'purse' onally?

Cutbacks: The maid is still in my employ as is the chef, laundress, chauffeur, gardener, and landscaper. The pay they receive is relatively cheap- room and board plus the satisfaction of their labors.

Housing Market: Yes, the house is worth less than we have invested in it, but that will not affect us. We have no plans to sell. We will be here to the 'dying end'.

Investments: Let me tell you no Bernie Made Off with my investments! They are still doing great and producing the highest of high dividends. The first investment is living in St. George, teaching at Dixie Middle School. With 3 adorable dividends and one on the way. Our second investment is living in Omaha, NE doing his internship in the field of medicine. Once again 3 adorable dividends and one on the way. Number three investment is living in Oshkosh, WI with one adorable dividend and more to come. Number four investment is living in Logan, Utah attending USU. We are looking forward to those future dividends. All four investments have chosen wisely and blessed us with four of the most wonderful spouses and spouse to be. Yes, our investments have brought immeasurable joy into our lives.

Employment: Fortunately I have not had to return to the work force nor have I had to hit the road Jack in search of work. Millard School District has been a most wonderful place of employment for the last 18 years of my life.

Stocks and 401Ks: Now that is a totally different scenario. I will most likely be working in and out of the home to the end. Which I could look at as a blessing and not a curse. Work is good and I love what I do in and out of the home.

Looking back economically on the past few years I have much to be grateful for and zero to whine about. I think I will go clean, do my laundry and ironing, grocery shop, make cookies and enjoy my Saturday! I will be in my element.