What I learned in seminary this morning

I taught the plan of happiness in seminary today and a few things stuck out in my mind:

1.  As much as I want to understand what happens in life, or what doesn't happen that I want to happen, I might not in this life.  I really truly might have to wait until that day when I can sit with Jesus and talk to Him.  Man that will be hard.  I think I need to distract myself with other things to keep my mind off those thoughts and fears and unhappenings in life that keep creeping in.

2.  I forget how unresponsive teenagers are in the morning. 

3.  I need to encourage my students to not be afraid of getting a wrong answer.  I want them to know that they will only learn by asking and studying.  When I was younger (and sometimes even now) I didn't answer questions because I was afraid to get the wrong answer and I regret that.  I would have learned so much more.

4.  The plan of happiness is for EVERYONE.  The friendly neighbor across the street, your boss, your friend, YOU.  That is so incredible.  I wonder what the world would be like if everyone understood that they once stood with God and made the choice to follow His plan and to follow Christ, which is why they are here on the earth. 

5.  I learned that remembering to bring the DVD helps your lesson go much smoother.  And a little preparation.

6.  I learned (more remembered) how funny it is to watch older seminary videos.  You have to really concentrate on what they are saying....and not at the goofy clothes you once thought were 'hot'.

7.  My Savior loves me and wants the best for me.  But it is up to me to make good choices.

we are here

We have moved and are slowly unpacking boxes.  The only monumental things that have made things interesting are:

1.  The movers broke our computer desk.  We aren't that sad as it is too big for the room we want to put it in at the new house. 

2.  We couldn't find our utensils for 5 days.  Thank goodness for plastic.

3.  We still don't have a washer and dryer.  It was ordered and shipped but they don't know where it is.  So they ordered another one.  I sure hope it comes soon.  Thank goodness for nice neighbors who are letting me do laundry at their house today.

We love the new house and I love only working three days a week!

We also love that we have visitors coming the next two weekends.  Thank you!

the necklace

love it.  u?

family and other stuff

I am happy to say that I am an aunt again for the 22nd time. 

I can't wait to meet you baby Orr.  Congrats Marla and Dave.

Oh, and we sold our house and put an offer on another!  We are happy and feel grateful that our lives are progressing.  A new house and new city means visitors (I hope.  HINT HINT)

That is my update for today.  Oh, and I am making a necklace from old broaches....it is almost done.  I will post a picture when it is finished.

words

I hate the word 'preggers'. 

I don't hate what it means, obviously, I just hate the word.  And yes, hate is a strong word.  And yes, I repeat, I hate the word preggers.

Just had to get that off my chest. 

head sizes

I need a favor. Please.

I am crocheting baby hats but I'm not sure what most head sizes are.

Can you please tell me how old your baby is and what their head circumference is. It might also help me to have the measurement of just the crown of their head. Then I can get an idea of average sizes. I'm sure I could find a sizing chart but I thought this would be interesting to find out and I needed to post something else anyway.

Thanks in advance for your help. And hey, you might just be rewarded for your efforts. Just saying.

Moving

Ah the joys of packing a house. Mike got a job (hip hip hooray!) so we are moving. I am transferring with my work which is a blessing.

A prayer has been answered. Thank goodness.