Good Things to Come

"Often the deep valleys of our present will be understood only by looking back on them from the mountains of our future experience. Often we can’t see the Lord’s hand in our lives until long after trials have passed. Often the most difficult times of our lives are essential building blocks that form the foundation of our character and pave the way to future opportunity, understanding, and happiness." 


"Continue in Patience", President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, April 2010

April 2010

I started off April in Utah. I got to spend a week in Utah for Coley's wedding. 

Here are some pics of the week.

Jayden and I Easter morning- I love this kid

                                      

Jayden snowboarding on the Wii. Another favorite Wii game was the chicken bullseye.

I got to spend lots of time with one of my best friends Pamela! We, of course, went out to ice cream.

                                             

My other best friend Allie. She let me stay with her all week and share her bed. Thanks Allie for making lots of time for me in your crazy busy schedule!

                                            

The three musketeers. This was in the Bride's room before the luncheon started. Love you girls!

                                         

This was the luncheon at the Lion House in Salt Lake. Mmm... the food was soooo good! Perfect choice!

                                            

Dad and Jayden waiting for Coley and Juston to come out of the temple. Jayden was sad when he didn't have a bouquet so he borrowed mine. So cute!

                                            

The beautiful Bride and Groom! Congrats Nicole and Juston! We love you guys!

                                     

The reception- Of course they are country dancing.

                                        

Nicole and Juston went on a cruise for their honeymoon. Then they flew to NY and we had another reception out here. This is Andrea and I sitting on their laps in the front. They were bored sitting up there by themselves so we joined them.

                                       

Chris and Jayden. Loving the shades. 

April was such a fantastic month! 

Never Alone

The past few months have been pretty interesting for me. Although it may not be visible from my everyday mundane tasks, they have brought much growth, challenges, and even some change. Most importantly they have brought me closer to God and Jesus Christ. As I sat at the piano tonight I came upon a Jenny Phillips song and it totally and completely hit me. I finally had an emotional release that was a long time coming. For the few people that do check up on my blog every once in a while, I wanted to share the song. It's called "True to You" by Jenny Phillips. When I lived in Utah I sang in Jenny's fireside group at least once a month. She is one of the most amazing woman I have ever met in my life. She lives a life of true dedication to her beliefs and is a disciple of Jesus Christ in every aspect of her life. She is one of those people that you talk to and they just make you want to be a better person. Her songs have always had a peace for me but this one tonight was definitely an answer to prayers.