Grama Adelila- Small and Simple Things

I found a quote in Marjorie Pay Hinckley's book
"Small and Simple Things" that described Grama
to perfection. "God bless us to do those small and simple
things that need to be done by our hands and to do them
all with a cheerful heart."
Grama was a special lady who loved to do things with
her hands. She loved to bake, quilt, garden and play
the piano. She taught me how to make and decorate
Christmas sugar cookies, carmels and homemade
chicken noodle soup. I think my love of gardening
came from her. The way she baked and quilted made
her an artist and she took great pleasure in doing these
simple tasks. Happy Birthday to my Grama.
"The reward of a thing well done, is to have done it."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Fun Vacation

What a fun time we had keeping up with these little guys.
We stayed in a beautiful place. There was lots of sunshine.
Swimming and lounging by the pool.

Watching parades and going on rides at all the parks.

And, watching fireworks. (Although watching Mike and Jake was almost
as much fun as the show!) Great Vacation. Thanks for letting us
tag along.

The Happiest Place on Earth

The last few days Jim and I have been in the happiest place on earth with the happiest children on earth. It has been so much fun watching Jake's face as he takes in the sites and sounds of this fun place. He loves the rides and the shows, and little Sam has been great. Will post tons of pictures later.

Happy Birthday Jo!

Can't leave on Vacation without wishing my
little sister a Happy Birthday. Hope you have
a great day and a Happy year.

Love, polly

My Confession

I have a confession to make. It started when I was quite small. About this time of year, April I think, I started getting restless. I needed to get away. It always happened as soon as the sun came out and those beautiful blue skies that never end showed up here in this valley where I live.

As I got older I couldn't help myself. In high school I cut classes regularly in April. Couldn't help myself. Too lovely outside to be in studying. There was always a picnic at a park with some guy who was willing to miss out on his Biology test. (I was quite good friends with my counselor, Mrs. Anderson, we had an understanding. I think she liked the sun too)! If there was sun shining I was outside.

As I got even older (married and children) my daydreaming expanded. As April arrived, I would look west and see airplanes as they flew off to unknown destinations. I loved to dream of where they were going and how lovely it would be to be on one of those planes going on some exotic vacation. (Really didn't have to be exotic, just warm, I'm easy to please). Since April is our month of celebration, birthdays and anniversary, we often celebrate by going on a trip. Oh, how I love to be packing my bag and fulfilling the dream of being the one on that plane flying away. Blue skies, warm temperatures. There's nothing to run away from and no classes to cut, but I still like the feeling.

Lovely.

Is it really April?

The last few days when I get up and look out my window
it looks like this! Getting a little tired of it.

So we've decided to go with these two and look for some
sunny weather. Some place where we can shed our winter gear,
go outside and play, play, play.

Some place like FLORIDA. Maybe a little Disneyworld,
a little Sea World, a little laying around by the swimming pool.
Can't wait to get to some warmer weather and see the little
ones faces when they see their friends (mickey, donald & goofy)
So by the end of the week off we go, and when we get back
possibly a little spring?

Loving Others

I loved the Conference talks today. So many beautiful messages about Jesus Christ and the love He has for us. It was a lovely way to spend Easter Sunday. As I thought about one talk in particular where the speaker spoke about not being quick to judge, I remembered a time not too long ago where I learned this powerful lesson. I journaled quite a bit during my illness and the rehab days so that I would always remember the lessons learned during this particular time. I would like to share one particular entry.

" I love to go to meetings not so much because I am tempted by the drugs anymore, although that will always be with me, and I need continal reminding. But mostly because of the people. Ever since I started this journey I have been so touched by the those I have met along the way, people I would never have come in contact with before all this happened. When I walk into a group there is such a feeling of love and acceptance, no walls, everyone 's story brings us together. We are all the same, we are all God's children. No place on this earth has made it more apparant to me. No where do I feel more accepted. I could tell these people anything and they would love and understand. Is it because they have all felt that all forgiving love of the Savior and so are ready to give that to anyone anywhere? Have each of these people been pulled from a hell on earth and so are that much more anxious to love and pull another from their own hell? Love surrounds us. It is people helping people - people loving people, not caring what they look like or where they've been. It is God's army in action. Angels each one. That's why I go back, to feel the Savior's loving arms."

I am so grateful for the love of Jesus Christ

and for His great gift to me. It is a very personal

gift and I try each day to do what I can to

repay Him who gave His life for me, simply

by loving others.

Grama and Grampa's Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday morning bright and early grama and grampa had the gang over for the annual Easter egg hunt.

Brunch was served first and was delicious with the help of all the kids bringing lovely things from their kitchens. Then off hunting. Which consisted of Jake hunting and the rest of us following him around with camera's and helpful hints in locating the eggs! There were even a few surprises for some of the old people. The best days are when everyone is together. How grateful I am for my family.

April Fools

Who said it was an April Fools joke?

Well it is. I guess we're staying put.

How could I leave those two little ones

I take care of? I think Jim would have

to go without me if he got transferred

somewhere.

(it was fun to cause a little disruption

even if for just a minute)

Have a nice day!

Unexpected Changes!

Jim came home last night with some unexpected news.
Due to some recent changes in the company Jim
works for, he has been asked to move to keep his job!
At his age you pretty much have to do what they ask
to keep your job as he is so close to retirement, so it
looks like we're off to either Kansas City or Dallas. Wow,
life if never dull!