Recently we went down town on Trax for fun little primary activity. We toured the Beehive house and ate snacks in front of the temple. We took pictures in front of the beautiful spring flowers. I couldn't have hoped for a happier primary activity. I love these kids so much.
Towards the end of the activity we had all of the kids point at the temple for a picture. I wanted a picture to show them where they set their sights for when they grow older.
I look at these kids, they come from all different backgrounds and different families. They have different personalities and different life experience already at such young ages. But when I see them pointing at the temple I know that the Atonement makes all of us the same. No matter the labels other may place on you or others, the only thing that really, truly matters is your relationship with your Heavenly Father and your humility before him. If we are right with God, we are striving every day to be right with others, and this brings so much peace. I love the temple!!! I love these beautiful kids!! I am forever indebted to a Heavenly Father that allows me so much room to grow and has so much patience for my mess ups!
The only reason I can continue to go to the temple is because of the Atonement. What an infinite blessing!!!!
I had a sweet Mother's day this year. These girls in matching dresses, a handsome hubby in a matching tie, and kisses from my sweet baby...these are a few of my favorite things. Heidi gave me an adorable keyring that is made out of beads...the beads spell mom. I have a little surge of joy every time I look at my new keyring. Being a mom is my favorite job in the world. I want to wear it on my keyring and on my chest for the rest of my life. Nothing gives me more happiness. My sweet husband took the boys to a late movie the night before Mother's day...and while they slept in the car after midnight, he ran into Smith's to pick up a bouquet of roses and a couple of sweet cards to me....but the most touching was his inscription, "I know that you are the greatest blessing that Heavenly Father has given me. I found the perfect person for me when I found you." We have our clear ups and downs...truthfully, sometimes it seems like every day can be a struggle blending this family, and the struggles put a lot of strain on our relationship. Every once in a while there is a pay off, and then I remember why I'm doing this in the first place. I'm still running this race because I love you Dustin, and I love these beautiful kids. Thanks kids for the lovely cards, for the hugs and kisses, and for coming to me so I can borrow you for a little while in this life and be your mom!!! I love you!!
