Trying Again

I started this blog a while back to promote a positive attitude (mainly in myself). It evolved into a family blog and then stopped altogether. This year, before I made my goals, I wrote a mission statement for myself: "I can do all things with the help of my Heavenly Father. I will take care of me spiritually, physically, and emotionally so I can help others. I will live my life by these priorities in this order: my own personal salvation, family, church, work, then everything else. I am in control of my own salvation and will depend on Heavenly Father and myself to solve my problems." I'm really working on taking care of myself (as moms know, it can be difficult). After having my spirits lifted by posting some positive comments on facebook and reading my friend's blogs (yes, you Chelsie), I decided I need to get back to why I started this blog in the first place. So, as I struggle to take care of myself, I will be posting as many positive, uplifting things as I can find.

This is a story I read today that touched my heart.

http://mormonlife.com/story/1579-boy-sings-primary-songs-until-rescued-in-haiti

If the link doesn't work, let me know.

Tupperware!

I am hosting a virtual Tupperware party! If you are interested, email me at grisham60@yahoo.com and I will send you an invite with a link to the catalog!

Thanks!

Grisham Family update

HOUSE

The front porch swing is already stained and in use. It seems like yesterday that Jaydan was a baby. How did she grow up so fast? She is my ray of sunshine and totally keeps me grounded.

Our fireplace insert to keep us warm in winter.

Electrical wiring is taking place now, thanks to the Elders and Bro. Randy Smith.

ZOO FIELD TRIP
I had the privilege of going to the zoo with Jaydan and her class. We had a great time! They had an awesome bird show! Jaydan likes to see the Lorikeets and the monkeys. She thought the train ride was great. (Funny, but I remember it being a lot more fun when I was little.)

Jaydan in front of the African termite mound

The girls loved the pink flamingos!

Oops! I think three monkeys escaped!

I see you! All the kids had homemade binoculars. It was so cute to see the kids use them as if they really worked.

GARDEN

The rose bushes are loaded! They will always make me remember Sis. Thomas.

I can't wait for green beans! Maybe the curse has been lifted. Brian says when he was a kid his mother made him pick green beans. He hated it and one day said, "Curse you, green beans, curse you!" He said they've never been able to grow green beans since.

My first zucchini blossom!

Baseball is in full swing (pun intended). Brian is having a great season! He is by far the best player on his team. Jaydan and I don't get to all his games, because some of them are at 8:00 at night. I'll try to get some pictures up soon. He now has his permit and is driving everywhere. He's a good driver

Alec has signed up for the Air Force and will find out soon when he leaves.

Matt is out of the Army and is here with us for a bit. I am enjoying having him here. He's planning on going to school in the fall.

Dominic Cooper Daniel

I had a great Spring Break! It is awesome to see your kids grow up and be parents. I am so proud of David and Priscilla. They are both good parents and love each other! Here are some pics from the week:



Priscilla, Dominic, David in Hot Springs

Woo Pig Sooie!!

Go Hogs!!

Me, Dominic, Jaydan (having camera problems)

Jaydan and Dominic (giggle buddies by the end of the week)

Uncle James and Dominic

Happy Dominic!

I think I only heard Dominic fuss a couple of times the whole week. He is a happy, lovable little boy. We really enjoyed having them here for a week.

House Update

I love this front door!

Brian is doing a great job on the siding!

We found a great deal on rockers and a porch swing! Jaydan is convinced the swing is just for her, but I can't wait to snuggle up with my sweetheart on a cool evening and swing on our awesome front porch!

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?

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...