This time of year is so beautiful. I love the colors that seem to magically appear over night. In keeping with the season I decided to decorate the beautiful table my son built for me to bring in the season. I made the table topper and the quilt on the back of my new chair. I love these colors! Hope you enjoy!

Change/Principles

The other day while I was sitting in the temple I realized even though my life is always changing one thing that doesn't change are principles. Each one of us is guided by principles. We make choices based on principles. I read a book called, The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews. In the book he talks about several principles that governs his life. Here are several quotes from his book I really like: "My past can never be changed, but I can change the future by changing my actions today. My future is immediate." "My smile is the key to my emotional makeup. A wise man once said, " I do not sing because I am happy; I am happy because I sing!" When I choose to smile, I become the master of my emotions. Discouragement, despair, frustration, and fear will always wither when confronted by my smile. The power of who I am is displayed when I smile." "The words of a wise man are like raindrops on dry ground. They are precious and can be quickly used for immediate results. Only the blade of grass that catches a raindrop will prosper and grow, The person who ignores wise counsel is like the blade of grass untouched by the rain- soon to wither and and die." I know there are so many things others do that help me grow, so I want to be the one who smiles, who seeks wisdom from others and then change the future by changing my actions today!

Well I guess it is time to fire up the computer and catch up on life. This summer Kristin took some pictures of my family. The wind was blowing but they show how cute they all are. I am back at work trying to get in the grove of things. I caught a bad cold, sinus infection and have had a plugged ear for over a month now and can't seem to knock it. I have been on two antibiotics and lots of decongestion's. Let's just say I am tired of it. I want to hear!! I have to turn my head so my good ear is facing who ever is talking to me. Now I know how those who can't hear all the time feel. I have more empathy for them. Mike and Nicole have moved into their new house. It has been very quite around here. Kirk turned 23 on the 7th. I can't believe my baby is that old. I love having him here in town. He his learning every day. I am so grateful for the wonderful ladies that care for him and teach him. Bekah turned 5 years old and is enjoying kindergarten. It is amazing she has kept her shoes on every day! I was made the Nursery Leader instead of just the helper. I am enjoying the little ones but have trouble coming up with activities they can do. I love their hugs and cute little smiles. It's warms my heart when they recognize me. Yesterday, a new granddaughter was born, Heidi Brynn Hendershot. I feel so blessed. This gives me 5 granddaughters and 3 grandsons. Check out Bryan's face book for a cute picture of the little darling. I wanted to go see them this weekend but hate to give them the crud I have, so I will wait. Well now I am all caught up for another few days. Until next time.