I have come to realize that my life has truly been blessed…made up of a series of “unanswered” prayers. Truly my life has been richer thanks to a loving and all knowing Heavenly Father who has granted blessings for my family and I that we are entitled to…those that will make us stronger, wiser, and … Continue reading »
My friend Ivana recently shared this New York Times article with me (about Silicon Valley/technology gurus and their students who are attending a Waldorf/non electronic/computer-using school) and I’ve been pondering it quite a bit. Waldorf schools have been teaching through a physical/hands-on/creative approach for almost a century. Instead of using computers, the school mentioned in the … Continue reading »
As mid-May showers were full of snow at Aunt Nellie’s funeral (our 3rd family funeral in a few short months), the designer and I realized that 2011 for us, was growing a theme: a year in death. 5 months later, it continues. Loss. Whether it was a best friend who moved away, a lost student body election, a … Continue reading »
During April’s General Conference, I noticed more “provident living” references than ever…yes, much because of the Church Welfare Program’s 75th anniversary…but there it was, none the less. :) Tithing For those of you who are not of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, LDS members believe that all that we have comes from the Lord. … Continue reading »
We just returned from a wonderful break at my parents. It took me most of the break to get used to cooking in my mother’s fairly new and ultra lovely kitchen. It was nice to return and cook in a familiar place where I can find my favorite kitchen tools. Vacationing is a great time … Continue reading »
chloé’s bonnet, 6×8 oil on canvas, (of chloé’s baby blessing ensemble) Before music class last month, my friend Kristi, {Miss Kristi}, shared her big news with me: they had just learned that they were chosen, to adopt a sweet daughter… to be born in a few weeks! Let me back up a bit. One morning … Continue reading »
A few years ago I heard a beautiful talk by President James E. Faust. He explained that : Marriage is a joint quest for the good, the beautiful, and the divine. I felt that it was the perfect description of my marriage to the designer and decided that it should become the mantra for our lives together … Continue reading »
I was sexually abused when I was little. There. I’ve said it. The experience has resulted in some of the earliest and by far the most vivid memories I hold. I was 4. It was my babysitter. The one who used to spend the night when her father didn’t come home…the one that would sleep … Continue reading »
Dear Friends, when you meet one of those rare people in this world whom you truly admire, and you have a moment to express your appreciation, what do you say? I had just that opportunity the other evening. While in the crisper section of Costco I spotted Nie Nie. Immediately, I asked her if I … Continue reading »
The kiddos are getting better at helping everyday. I wanted to find a way to show them how much they were accomplishing. Yet I didn’t want to fall into the “work only for reward” trap. So we made a chart showing all the things they can do to help (they helped make the chart). Every … Continue reading »
While reading, These is my Words, yesterday, the words on the page seemed to jump right off to me: “Wisdom is not a path, it is a tree.” The beautiful book for me, began as a gripping adventure in the frontier…danger and excitement, sorrow, and joy. But soon I began to savor all of the … Continue reading »
So I’ve been thinking a lot about your comments from my i give up post last week. You’re all so wonderful and amazing! I apologise for not opening up as much as I probably should. I feel overwhelmed a good part of the time, but try to focus on the positive things that happen everyday and … Continue reading »
