My Veteran

I neglect to tell my husband how grateful I am for his military service in the US Navy. He served for five years as a Navy Medic Corpsman stationed with the Marine Corp at Camp Pendleton, California. Countless blessings have come to our life because of his unselfish service. The most important being he found the gospel of Jesus Christ. I love him and am grateful for his determination to do hard things. Thanks to him and all others who have served our country so faithful and well.

Lauren-isms

Response to something shocking....."What in my heck?"

Response when asked to do something....."I betcha!"

Response when not sure what to say....."Whatever."

Response when Mom attempts to discipline her....."Mom, stop saying that!"

Response when Dad asks her to do something...."I can't hear you!"

Response when she does not want to go to bed..."Mommy, your my best mommy!"

Request for approval, "How do you think of me?"

I am sure I will be adding to this post.....

Staheli Farms

We made it to Staheli Farms but turns out it was closed. Thanks to a nice older man, we still got to go in. The kids didn't know the difference and had a ball. They saw the animals, went down the slide, got lost in the corn maze, rode on the swings and got really, really dirty! We ended the night with a trip to McDonald's playland. It doesn't get much better than that.

Grateful To Be An American

(This is Jerry's first post) When all is said and done regardless of the outcome of any Presidential election I am an American and as an American I feel it a patriotic duty to support the President of the United States. Yes, he may not be perfect but I ask of you that are perfect to step forward. I believe President Obama will do the best he can to lead our country. Yes there are moral, economical, political, and social issues that we may or may not agree with but the fact of the matter is, what are we doing about it? What are we doing in our own lives and homes to keep the principles we know and believe in alive? I am grateful that the Lord allowed me to be born in a country where I would have a choice. There are so many who don't have the same privileges or freedoms that we enjoy. I pray for President Obama and hope he will be guided to make the right choices. God bless America and God bless those who stand for freedom.

Patriotic Kids

I am so proud of these Old Navy shirts I got for my kids that remind people to vote (especially since they were $1). They both make the shirts look so cute!

America

I am so grateful to live in America. I am grateful we have an opportunity to vote. I am grateful for those who are serving and protecting our country. I am grateful for all the freedoms and opportunities America provides. I am grateful for religious freedom. I am grateful for the prosperity our nation enjoys. I am grateful that God inspired the writing of our constitution. A sister in our ward was sharing her testimony on Sunday. She shared an experience when her son asked her if they could go to Disneyland. She said no. He said, "We're poor aren't we?" She then said, "No, we are very, very wealthy." She proceeded to express her gratitude for all the blessings they had. I was touched by what she said and reminded of how easy it is to acknowledge things we don't have instead of recognizing all we do have. I am grateful for my many, many blessings. God bless America.

Halloween

We had a really fun Halloween. We went to the ward trunk or treat on Thursday. Landon had a party at school and we trick or treated Dad at work (we had to bring the treats). Then we had dinner at the Bingham's and trick or treated in our neighborhood with them. It was quite the experience with Jerry hiding and scaring people. He reverted back to his military days and had "black ops" going on all over the place. It was a fun and spooky night!

Jerry's Costume

Jerry acquired this new hunting outfit from a friend just in time for Halloween. He was a maniac scaring all the poor little kids and adults. He did say this was the most fun he has had in a long time. He even scared us a few times!