The 47th day Christmas Celebration

Don't take Christmas away.  I am not ready for it to go.  Luckly I still have some gifts left to open under my tree.  I opened the gift from work yesterday.  It was a nice leather bound book.  I still notice that there are many lights still up and the "sounds of the season" music station on my cable still plays Christmas music.  I still listen to that in the morning as I wake up. 

That word STILL is a powerful one.  We should be STILL at time and "know" that God is there.  We should let Him STILL the storms of our lives.  AND We should STILL keep the things of Christmas close to our hearts like Marry did. 

To bad saying Merry Christmas right now brings you weird looks!  I would still do it. 

The 46th Day Christmas Celebration

Music and the Spoken Word was a great way to start the new year.  They sang of new beginnings.  I have been fasting for some special help and during the time I was waiting for the Choir to start singing I started reading a conference talk.  It was from Bishop Edgley.  He talked about choosing FAITH.  It was a perfect talk for me to read and really tied in with all I had been pondering during my fast.  I think we all need to have our faith fortified.  Thats what this talk did for me.  I love how the Lord speaks to us through His chosen servants.  

Then fast and testimony meeting was wonderful. There is such power in hearing others testimonies and in vocalizing them ourselves.  I know that is one reason I love my job.  I get a regular chance to share mine, but I think more importantly are the opportunities that come up in daily living that I know I need to take more advantage of.  

Today was a day of rest for me.  I got to have a little nap and then have a nice little holiday treat after my fast was over.  I like easy going days like this when you actually have time to slow down, and ponder.   

The 45th Day Christmas Celebration

An new year is  upon us.  The dance last night was a dud.  The only thing that made it fun was being with people that I love.  Janet and Janet are such good company and we all looked so cute.  But luck at finding nice men at these things was not in our favor.  I danced with this one nice looking man, but then when he foudn out I had never been married he went and found another shorter, more petite version to dance with the rest of the night.  I try not to take those things personally but the timing of it all is hard to ignore. 

One good thing was that it was a snowly wonderland and so I drove home on snow packed roads and looked at lights and got some good things to eat, cause there were still lots of places open.  Then I headed to bed around 3 am. 

It was a lazy day.  I baked a pumpkin pie and some carmel filled brownie bites.  Those didn't turn out at all and I ended up throwing them all away.  I lazed around watching some movies and just took it easy.  I have a cold so that was a good idea.  I also went and visited my Sister Lori and her family.  They put out a food spread that is AWESOME and so I went down and partook of that too.  We just watched some football and talked.  It was a nice time just to relax.  I am looking forward to Sun. tomorrow.  I have things I want to fast about and testimony meeting always lifts me. I hope it does you to.

The 44th Day Christmas Celebration

It is New Years Eve and I can't beleive another year is gone and that my 50 Days of Christmas Celebration are winding down.  I have had so much fun with my family.  Today I went to see my new little nephew.  He is so cute.  I call him Jack, my Daddy calls him Tax, and my sister, whose baby it is, calls him Levi.  His sisters and brother call him Bob or Little Zach.  So this cute new little one has many names but one thing is for sure.  We are glad that he is here and that all are healthy. 

Took a walk with my Daddy today.  I love just having the chance to stop by my parents house and visit with them anytime I want.  I missed that for years living in AZ so I am cherishing it now. 

Tonight I am going out with Janet, my sister, and Janet, our friend.  Eating and dancing is what we have planned.  To tell the truth I am not really wanting to go out, but it is the thing to do.  It is snowing today.  I can't explain how much I love the snow.  It makes everything look magical. 

The one thing that makes me sad about this holiday is that so many people take all the Christmas stuff down right afterwards and I hate to see it go.  Already in the stores there are things for valentine's day.  Let's not rush it.  Let's let the Spirit of Christmas linger. 

I was reading Jesus the Christ today and just marveling at God's plan and at His Son.  Aren't we blessed to have a knowledge of these things and to feel of thier love.  I hope people feel it.  I hope people seek it.  It is there, all around us.  So I am wishing everyone I love and very blessed year.  May you make it your best year yet.  It is in your power to do so.

The 43rd Day Christmas Celebration

All the little princesses woke up early this morning.  We did each other's make up and laughed together.  Breakfast was at McDonalds and we all bundled up and treked out through the cold and the snow to walk to McDonalds and then over to the temple where we talked about how we can become real queens and go to a real kingdom, the Celestial Kingdom.  Then we all got pictures of the temple and roses to take home.  I hope these little girls will remember who they really are in God's sight and who they can become and that they can have a happily ever after. 

I then spent the day watching the snow fall and reading good books.  I think I am now going to go and get started on making a treat for today.  Hope everyone is staying warm and cozy.

The 42nd Day Christmas Celebration

I decided to have a Princess Party today with 6 of my nieces.  Annie, Booboo, Lulu, Pumpkin, Nelly, and Scarlett all came to my house for a party and sleep over.  We all wore tiaras and beads.  We went to the store and bought treats, swam at the pool, painted our nails and put sparkles on them, watched movies, ate junk food, had mac and cheese for dinner and just played together the whole night.  It snowed and I enjoyed that.  We watched Cinderella and Enchanted.  Both were great.  I sat there on the floor surrounded by these beautiful girls and I am just so glad that they would let me be a part of their lives.  I love them so much. 

The 41st Day Christmas Celebration

It has been tradition for some time that I go skiing with my nieces and nephews during the holidays.  I love this time together with them and I am glad they think I am still somewhat cool enough to hang out with.  Although the day was busy, it was great to be with them.  I think the world of my nieces and nephews and I love being with them.  I am glad they let me be a part of thier lives.  So after two days of skiing I am sore and I am going to go get some hot chocolate from starbucks and soak in a hot tub.  What a way to celebrate. 

I will surely post some pictures.