Happy 15th Jarom!

I should probably dig up some pictures, but since I am already overdo on this post, I thought I'd just pick one that I like. Wednesday was Jarom's 15th birthday. While I could wax on about the fact that I have a 15 year old, that is not the point of this post. I'll keep this simple and just say that I am so grateful that I have such an amazing son. He's grown and matured, physically, emotionally, and spiritually and I am in awe at the young man he has become. Granted, he is still a 15 year old and that means that at times he is wacky beyond description and occasionally moody (but not too bad). The fun part is that I can now be wacky with him and he gets my sarcastic humor. It blows my mind that time is moving so quickly. I have basically 4 years left that he is "mine" and I can hope that we continue to be friends as we have become. Happy belated birthday Jarom! Love ya tons!

Highs and Lows

Life is crazy - I don't really have anything to post because we are just doing the "regular" stuff. School mainly, then throw in soccer starting, dance starting, scouts, social, house... Well you know. But as my kids are growing, we are developing a new kind of communication. We started something this week (we'll see how long we keep it up) but we are trying to say family prayers together in the evening and I asked the kids the other day to tell my their Highs and Lows for the day. It has actually turned into a fun time to talk and visit and laugh. My kids have a very sarcastic side (hmm... I wonder where they get that - and NO it's not all me!) and they spend a lot of time giggling and laughing at each other. But its fun for me to hear a little more about their days.

My low this week is work. It is just crazy and hectic, scheduling new kids, 8 new referrals already, testing and next week we are being audited!!! The district comes in and goes through our files to make sure we are in compliance with all of the laws and mandates. FUN!

My high though, tops all of the lows. I had the opportunity last night to be present for the Patriarchal Blessing of my oldest son. I won't share any details, but I will share that the spirit was amazingly strong. It is one of those experiences as a Mom that just pierces your heart as you hear about the love that Heavenly Father has for your child and the amazing opportunities and gifts that he has and will be blessed with. I am in awe.

We need highs and lows. Here's hoping your highs are good ones and your lows - not too bad.

August?

Attention! Attention! Does anyone know where August went? It was here, and now it's gone. I'm still looking for it. Let me know...