a BETTER me.

My friend Jen at http://magnamom.blogspot.com/ did a post about what helps her to be a better mom (getting your oxygen first). So I thought I might follow suit and do one also.

Here is my list of things that help me get my oxygen first.

1. I need my spiritual cup filled (daily)
2. I need exercise (I get pretty cranky if I miss more than 3 days, I also break out if I don't workout)
3. I need a list (when it is the end of the day I need to feel that I accomplished something even if my house doesn't show it)
4. I need family ( I talk to my sisters or my mother at least once a day)
5. I need a good book (not sure why I need this one, but I do)
6. I need good music (it makes me feel young!)
7. I need things to look forward to (weather it is a date night with the hubby, or fun movie night with the kids, or even a cupcake, it helps me to make it through the dull moments of dishes and laundry)


So this is my list....I would love to hear what helps you survive!

HEAVEN!!!

Nothing more needs to be said except....they are in Logan!

BYU Grad students perks!

We got to go to a Graduate Students opening social down in Provo. The kids had a great time. Free food, free live music, and they got their picture taken with Cosmo the Cougar.

Mr. A

This kid is amazing! Not only can he climb walls...but he has a heart of gold. The other day he said he wanted to stay in his church clothes all day because "it reminds him that someday he will get baptized". Then last night he asked if he could have a play date with another kid that is 2 years younger then him. I asked him why he wanted a play date with him, he said "I don't think he has very many friends and we all need friends". What an awesome kid!!!!

Narnia

I just finished book #5 of the Narnia series last night. Now on to #6 "The Silver Chair". Just thought you would like to know :)

Forever!

This is my younger sister and her family. Her and her Husband were sealed in the Logan Temple this last weekend. It was so wonderful. And yes I cried like a baby!!!!
This is my family with our spouses. What a good looking bunch!

The cabbage.

The last week of school all the 3rd graders were given a plant to grow over the summer. Miss. S got a cabbage. They were to track its growth and take pictures along the way. When they were all done growing their plant they turn in the project and are eligible for a $1000 scholarship!!! Miss. S did a great job taking care of her cabbage.