Wednesday, May 25, 2011

May Endeavors

I have neglected the blogs lately.  Really, I've tried to find moments to sit and type or vlog but it's just been too hectic.  Adam was called to be the Elder's Quorum President, which means his beloved new Android cell phone is being used to full potential.  We are praying like there's no tomorrow.
This summer I will be working on an advisory committee for a new holistic autism center opening here in the west valley.  This will be an exciting endeavor and I feel blessed to be invited to participate.  More to come on that. 
I will be hosting another open house autism meeting in our home for all families of autistic children in the school district.   It will be nice to meet with other families and I look forward to that time with them.
I'm also participating in a support campaign for Sharon Wolcott who is running for Mayor.  I'll be honest, politics is not something I enjoy.  There's a LOT of dishonesty and backstabbing involved with any political campaign.  Unfortunately, I've been a witness of such awful behaviors and I feel impressed that I need to speak out.  This seems to be a common theme in my life...speaking out.  And there's always opposition when I get that nervous feeling to say what I believe.  But here goes:  I believe Sharon Wolcott is the best choice for the city.  There is wickedness and corrupt good-old-boy networking that has been poisoning our community, so I can't sit idly by and watch our city drown in debt/bondage.  I encourage all city residents to vote for Wolcott. 
That's about it for now...Ooooh - one more huge thing.  The family has a new homestead/cabin/ranchette up north.  Mom Kotila has made THIS gorgeous endeavor which we are SO excited about.  I have a feeling we'll be out of town quite a bit working on this new family tradition.  The cabin is at 4,000ft elevation so the weather will be cooler and we'll see a little snowfall too.  Mom has worked really hard for this so we don't take it lightly.  Many memories ahead!
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Anya turns 30

I have to say there's a strange feeling I have now that I'm 30.  I've been looking forward to this birthday for a while now.  I'm quite happy to be done with my 20's.  I learned a whole lot in those 10 years and I'll be forever grateful for the journey.  But to be honest, it felt like a really long nightmare that wouldn't end.  Adventures, drama, trials, hardships, financial strains, newborn babies, school work...how have I survived?  Surely, only through the grace of a loving Heavenly Father.

I distinctly remember telling Adam when we were first married, "Even if we live in a cardboard box...I'll be happy as long as we're together!"  I still mean it.  Adam makes life worth living.  Getting a chance to hang out with him in this mortal experience is my piece of heaven on earth.  Our kids are beyond bragworthy.  I have wonderful parents and a loving brother.  The blessings are uncountable.

I have no desire to be rich or famous.  All I want is a GOOD LIFE.  In the best movie scene of all times, I quote: "Good times, noodle salad."



I'm quite certain the next 10 years will be filled with interesting learning experiences and trials that seem unbearable.  But I look forward to every moment of learning.  And perhaps a little noodle salad too! :)

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Ella Learns to Ride Her Bike

Adam took the training wheels off Ella's bike last week!

She rode her bike like a pro.

Catching herself fall.

What a cutie!
p.s. - we bought her a new helmet after these photos