“. . . the joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives. When the focus of our lives is on God’s plan of salvation . . . and Jesus Christ and His gospel, we can feel joy regardless of what is happening—or not happening—in our lives. Joy comes from and because of Him. He is the source of all joy⁠“

— Pres. Russell M. Nelson

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  • Because you don’t know enough about me already . . .

    I was tagged a week ago, but am finally getting to this – because I know how much all of you LOVE learning more about me  – he he! Jobs I've had: (Many of these I had at the same… Continue reading

  • I’m so glad when Daddy comes home!

    I am finally getting to sit down at the computer to do something other than primary stuff :), and I can finally post.  Kevin got in Friday afternoon, and we were all so happy to see him!   Derek was especially… Continue reading

  • My Many Favorite Books

    I  LOVE to read, and so I have listed quite a few of my favorite books here.  Most of this list is made up of the children’s books/authors that I love.  If you would like to know more of what… Continue reading

  • Adventures in Atlanta

    So I mentioned in my last post that I had made lots of plans to kill the time while Kevin was away, but I didn't mentioned what they were.  Well, it is a very long story as to why it… Continue reading

  • Fighting a war . . .

    against the negative.  Sometimes I feel like I am constantly struggling to stay afloat and be positive.  Usually I win and am able to stay happy and positive about things, even if it is a struggle.  Today was definitely one… Continue reading

  • Finally!

    Look what finally arrived today! I preordered my copy of Eclipse on-line  forever ago, not realizing that I would have to wait an extra 3 days for my book!  Ahh!  At least I saved $10 :). An added bonus was… Continue reading

  • Little Daredevil!

    Two nights ago, I was in the middle of cooking dinner, when Derek decided to move a chair over to the sink and pretend to wash the dishes – and although I am not a big fan of his doing… Continue reading

  • Why I love Idaho . . .

    I enjoyed a beautiful sunset like this every night we were there.  I know that the sun sets everywhere, but there is something about the wide open space in Twin that I love.  I remember coming home to visit when… Continue reading

  • Idaho Trip Part One: Playing with the Browns

    The night before we left, Kevin and I spent cleaning the house so that it was spotless for when we got home.  I had everything ready and was finally settling down to try and sleep before we had to get… Continue reading

  • Idaho Trip Part Two: Crazy Preparations

    DAY 4: Today was sort of a sad day, because Kevin and his parent's left for Washington DC for Kevin's award ceremony.  I was very excited for him, but sad for him to have to leave us during vacation.  Needless… Continue reading