Okay, Okay, Okay

I've always known that I'm one of those individuals who often requires a smack over the head (so to speak) to help me see life in an appropriate light. For some reason, though, I never seem to remember this fact when in the midst of my own brooding self-pity. Heavenly Father, however, seldom forgets to remind me. Sometimes gently, sometimes not so gently. Luckily for me this last week has been full of many gentle reminders.

I morosely sat in sacrament meeting on Sunday, wishing that I was somewhere else when one of the speakers introduced his topic which he based on a talk by President Uchtdorf titled "Have We Not Reason to Rejoice?". As he started to speak I leaned forward and said to Holly, "I don't think I want to hear this." And I didn't. But, as the speaker continued I realized, quite profoundly, that I needed to hear it. Now I know that the talk wasn't necessarily geared toward miserable, self-pitying, pregnant women...but I suppose that when I heard him talk of "enduring to the end" I knew that I hadn't been doing a great job of it lately. 

So, thank you to those who have put up with me (and in some cases supported me). And, thank you to those who have been gentle in helping me to remember how blessed my life really is. I really do know that I have many, many, reasons to rejoice.

Are You Kidding Me?

It seems to me, and I'm sure to many of you, that the last 9 months have been nothing but a Complain-Fest chalk full of my most ornery, whiney, and boorish moments. It's true. I'd be stupid not to acknowledge my weaknesses. That being said, I hope I'll be cut a little slack for indulging myself one more time.

On top of the fact that I am still very pregnant and very much wish that I weren't, I now have pink eye. Seriously! On one hand I'll admit it's a bit humorous. But on the other hand...it's unbelievable to me that, insignificant and treatable as it is, I have to deal with yet another "inconvenience"...especially since I'm already dealing with SEVERAL other "inconveniences".  Today I actually spent several minutes trying to guess what the next thing will be. Stay tuned...I'm sure it will be as ridiculous as the rest.

I Have A Great Idea...

During dinner we asked the kids what they wanted to do for Family Home Evening. (Ian and I aren't much into planning ahead, apparently.) We were treated to the following epiphany from our 5-year old:

Lindy: "I have a great idea! You and dad and Ellie can sit on the porch in the backyard and watch me fly my kite."

Ian: "So basically we should be spectators to Lindy's life?"

Lindy (with a slightly exasperated look): "Well, yeah..."

The Hunt Is On

Easter at our house started far too early in the morning this year (at least for a very tired mom). At exactly 7:49am the girls were already outside hunting around our very cold, slightly frozen backyard for their Easter baskets and eggs. They were both shivering by the time it was over but, as you can tell, very excited about the forthcoming sugar rush.

I forgot (of course) to get pictures of the girls in their cute Easter outfits. But, since Easter came so early this year I figure I have plenty of time to "re-create" this day sans the frigid weather. 

Thank Heaven For Projects

Since I ended up with a little extra time on my hands this week, I was able to finish another quilting project. It was a lot of fun. I love being able to see the end-product of my work...especially when I never know if it's going to turn out.

I made two similar baby quilts for my baby and my friend Becca's upcoming baby boy. (Becca, if you happen to see this post, pretend to be surprised when you get it in the mail.) It was actually easier than most projects I've done and I finished it faster than I wanted to, so I'm on the lookout for something else to occupy my time.