Major New Study of Religion Has Much to Say About Mormons

Major New Study of Religion Has Much to Say About Mormons

I always believed these things myself about Mormons in general. I'm glad that someone actually did a study to find the same. Makes me feel even better about being LDS.

St. Patrick's Day

So, Jeremy's birthday is on St. Patrick's Day. He is not Irish, Catholic, nor does he have a real liking for rainbows, clovers, and leprechauns. But, we still celebrate by wearing green every year just to be festive with the rest of our fellow Americans--and because we are already celebrating a birthday, why not make it themed? We have celebrated in many ways: making cornbeef and cabbage for dinner, playing pin the clover on the leprechaun, throwing "gold" coins into green beer mugs, and following a rainbow string all over the backyard to find a prize at the end. We usually have a rainbow cake or some thing like that and a green drink. It turns out to be quite a good time. If we're lucky, sometimes we can find Darby O'Gill and the Little People to watch with the kids. This year, I got this fun cake ball recipe from my friend (she got it from www.bakerella.com). They turned out great! So cute!

We done it!

Well, Jeremy done it. :) He finished all his internship hours, and therefore, his master's degree. He is a graduate. He should also be getting his certificate soon saying that he is a bonafide professional in his field. Way to go J! I love this picture. This is the face of a man with a graduate degree. :)

Happy Birthday to me!

The kids really helped make my birthday fun this year. I planned my day to include them in all the fun - going to the library story time, playing at the park with friends, having balloons and decorations (I only did this for their enjoyment. :). 28 years old. Man, I'm starting to feel like a real adult now. Being an adult is good for some things like making your own decisions about anything and everything. But, then again, that is the down side too. Hmmm. Well, at least it was a pleasant day.

5 years ago...

Buck, we really have missed you these past 5 years. It's strange that we get older but you still stay the same young guy. When we are 50, you'll still be 26, but our memories of your bright and energetic personality and hearty laugh will never change. You were the best big brother and friend.

Mommy Like

31 Reasons You Shouldn't Feel Mom Guilt

Excellent! Finally I feel okay about some of these things! Justified!

Wild Animal Park and Christmas

Christmas Eve night, we had a little nativity with some of the grandkids that were at my parent's house for Christmas. Katie was the angel that appeared to Mary. Paul was a shepherd. Nora was a little lamb. The kids all were so dang cute in their costumes and it was a blast to watch them saying their short lines.

For our kids' birthdays we try to give them an experience because we figure the kids will remember an experience more than a toy (we also give them a present, we're not that harsh :). Besides, then we can enjoy the person's birthday as a family. For Katie's birthday we went to the Wild Animal Park on Christmas Eve. It was really fun to ride in a tram and see the animals fairly close and just walking around in the open. We also rode on the carousel and played on the playground they had there. The kids had a great time even though Katie was not feeling well. Pics of us on the carousel will have to be added later since they are on a different camera.