Sunday, February 15, 2009

A Good Man!

I have been wanting to write about my husband for a while. I just didn't think I could express how I feel in words. This picture taken today has inspired me. Brian left for church this morning at 6:15 and came home after 2:00. After eating, he laid down on the couch to rest a little. It wasn't long before he was asleep. Jaydan loves him so much she wanted to make sure he was comfortable. She covered him with a blanket and put two of her animals beside him. It was so sweet! It made me think about how much I love him, too. We've only known each other a few years, but we feel like we've known each other forever. He really is my best friend and I love hanging out with him. He is the most positive person I know! No matter what happens, he always says "life is good". He really keeps me going through the tough times. He sets such a wonderful example for me. He is constantly sharing the gospel and studying the scriptures. He gives away lots of Book of Mormons. He is there for me when I need him. Back in December I had surgery. The night before he gave me a blessing. It amazed me that he asked Heavenly Father for all the things I had been worried about without me telling him. After surgery he was by my side and spent the night in the hospital with me. It was so comforting to me to know he was there. I am so grateful to my Heavenly Father to have this wonderful man in my life now and for eternity!




Did I mention that he is building this amazing house with his own two hands?

Sunday, February 1, 2009

Blast from the Past

My brother, David, has been scanning some old photos (before the days of digital) and emailing them to me and my sister. It has been fun to look at them and be reminded of some good memories. I have several boxes of photos before digital and would love to take the time to do the same. Hmmm maybe next summer. Anyway, here's a glimpse into my past.




Me in front of my Dad's old Dodge truck. We had a lot of fun in that truck. When I was 12, my dad let me drive it all over the place. He used to go to auctions on Saturdays and would come home with a truck full of stuff. My mom would get so mad. I loved going to auctions with him!




My mom and dad





Me at Christmas in Poplar Bluff, Missouri - probably in 1st or 2nd grade






Me in front of the piano - I took a few lessons but my mom couldn't get me to practice







Me again
Proof that I was a natural blonde in spite of my dark roots and gray now.
More next time...