GOD'S MESSAGES

HEY! I MADE IT! Thought for beginners again I would send this.(until I get the picture thing down). LOLOLO (An email that Mike received)

Several years ago, my husband was invited to spend the weekend at his employer’s home. The boss was very wealthy, with a home on the waterway and cars costing more than our house.

The first day and evening went well, and I was delighted to have this rare glimpse into how the very wealthy live. My husband’s boss was a generous host and took us to the most extravagant restaurants.

As we were about to enter an exclusive restaurant on evening, the boss was walking slightly ahead of us when he suddenly stopped looking down at the pavement for a long, silent moment. There was nothing on the ground except a few cigarette buts and a darkened old penny. The boss reached down, picked up the penny, held it up for a moment, smiled, then put it into his pocket as if he had found a great treasure.

I thought to myself , what need would this man have for a penny? Why did he even take the time to pick it up?

Throughout dinner the, the scene nagged at me until I finally commented that my daughter once had a coin collection and I wondered if he collected coins too?

A smile crept across the man’s face as he reached into his pocket and retrieved the penny and held it out to me. What was the point of this?

“Look at it”, he said, “read what it says”. Aloud I read, I read the words, ”United States of America.” “ No not that, read further.” “one cent” “No , keep reading”. “In God we Trust”. “Yes”! And? ….I asked? “And if I trust in God, the name of God is Holy even on a coin”. Whenever I see a coin I see that inscription. God drops a message right in frond of me to telling me to trust Him. Who am I to pass it by? I stop to see if my trust is in God at that moment. I pick up the coin in response to God, that I do trust in him and for a short time cherish it as if it were gold. I think it is God’s way of starting a conversation with me. Lucky for me God is patient and pennies are plentiful.! When I was out shopping today, I found a penny. I stopped and picked it up and realized that I had been worrying about a few things today. I read the words, In God we Trust, and had to laugh. Yes, God I got the message. It seems that lately I have found a number of pennies in the past few months. But then pennies are plentiful and God is patient.

If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it. If he had a wallet, your photo would be in it. He sends you flowers every spring. He sends you sunrises and sunsets every day. Face it God is crazy about you.

FAMILY TIMES ARE BEST!

When family came for a visit and found our snow out back, they decided to make a snow hill to sled on.

or to bury Remy in, which wasn't hard.

When Cindy and Kyle brought the pup down, we found strange "dogs" trying out the dog cage.

Cody and Tanner before all the big, remake and redo hospital visit in February.

Brothers very excited to see each other again after Tanner's long hospital stay! I'm not sure which one was the most excited to see the other!


Tanner with his new hospital toys and at home at last!

Dad getting Tyler ready for the big day. And Tyler is all happy about it!

See my new outfit that Charlie used on his blessing day. One more day and it won't fit me!

We are a Happy family!

FUN & CRAZY HOLIDAYS! ON THE ROAD AGAIN!

Well, On Dec. 23rd we went from home to Brigham City, visiting David & Betsy. It was fun to see Charlie and Tyler, how they've grown and changed. Then on to visit Cindy and Kyle for about an hour, then on to Darrin and Mandy's for Christmas. The parents showed up this year, but there were some times we were wondering if they would escape like last year. Only this year instead of 15 stockings around the table, the table had only a bowl of sweets that Santa had left. I guess it was because of all those cookies Remy and Tate left for him. Becky, Jeff and family made it for Christmas Eve and Brady made if just after Breakfast on Christmas day.


We left about noon on Christmas to tend Cody and Tanner while Becky and Jeff went to a movie. Cody let us play with his puzzles and toys. We returned to Mandy & Darrin's just after supper, but in time to eat it.

In the meantime, Angie called saying that they would not be up because Ed needed the car for work. We returned home on Saturday, washed clothes, repacked and headed for New Mexico early Monday morning. I think we even made it in record time, since there was no one on the roads that early in the morning or Mike had a club foot. lol But they all liked their presents and sent some back, so they are here till someone comes to see us or we move on again. lol We took pictures of Heather doing her DDR, their crazy CP cat, they think won't last much longer, and their weird Chihuahua, that has a hurt leg and limps when he gets in trouble and on a diffrent leg each time. We celebrated Eddie's 13th birthday on Tuesday before we left for the trip back - before the snow came. Well, we found the snow in Cortez and it was with us till about Green River, but not too bad for driving.

Grandpa was a little sad about not having Grandma's 80th party he had tried to surprise her with, but I think it's just because he feels he might not be around for the next one.

Glad everyone had a great Christmas and we will see you on the next road trip heading north. Love Always,
Mom and Dad

"SO MUCH TO BE THANKFUL FOR!"

I was going to do a Christmas card, but my church calling just keeps on with---just one more thing! So this is what you get; read it and weep. Oh, yes and today Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad! Well it's been a great year with many great things that we can say we are thankful for. We see God's blessing in all our lives. WE have added two new members, Tanner and Tyler. Thanks for coming our way, we love you and we appreciate the parents with the courage to go for more!! We're grateful for you all and the "special" something you add to our family! We are looking forward to seeing you all during the holidays or after. Thank God for our many bounteous blessings that Heavenly Father has seen to bestow upon us and may they continue in the coming year! Let us not forget Christ and His atoning sacrifice for us. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!!

WHERE IS GLOBAL WARMING?

This morning when I had breakfast at 5:30 a.m. the temperature outside said -18! What global warming 10G people!? We had a great time (except I didn't get to try the garlic toast) at Tanner's blessing. Jeff, Becky and Tanner did great! And i think we had enough food and drink for all to eat. Wow what blessings we have had in this year!! Don't forget the surprise birthday party for Grandma Phyllis's birthday on January 2, Saturday. see you all during Christmas and love you bunches.

GRANDPA'S BIRTHDAY & SISTER BECK

Mike and I had split duties last Friday(20)th. I had a leadership and general meeting with the Sisters in the area. And since I had to rush off at 3:50 to pick up my members of the presidency, Mike had to do the Birthday food and Party with Grandpa and Grandma. I had an awesome time listening to Sister Beck from 4:30 till 9. I came away saying what an awesome temple session it was because I learned so much. Mostly that the Gospel plan is a triagle, with Man, Woman and God and each has a part and are responsible for that part or what ever they need to do to make that triangle complete. That triangle is family and a heavenly home and getting there and what is needed to get there. Sometimes the man is slacking, so it's our job women to get them going or if necessary to do their job for them. That is where double shift work comes in . But sister Beck says we never need to work more than a double shift. God will always take over the last shift so we can get some rest, if we make sure we are daily asking for his help. Good luck and God's blessings in your triangles or families. And Some day we will see you in our Heavenly Home. WE LOVE YOU ALL!

THANKSGIVING

Hi just to let everyone know we plan on eating about 12:30 on Thanksgivng. The assignments are for 50-55 people: Mandy & Nancy>potatoes, Becky & Cindy>stuffed celery, Ruth>turkey,dressing & gravy. EVERYBODY BRING A PIE! Oh and Angie has an appointment on the 25TH at 1:30 at Shriners, but may need a ride to Price and Ed will be bringing the rest of the family on wed. night. yeah!!! See you on Turkey day and bring your talents!