WEDNESDAY / TEMPLE / BABYSITTING

We went to the temple Wednesday morning this week because Tuesday was Silver Sisters. It was a lovely day. Just cool enough for a vest. It was a good day and we did an endowment each and then sealings for two hours. I love to be in the temple and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and feel the love of my Savior.

It was hot again when we left and I didn't need the vest. We had to hurry because the Browns needed to be home by 2:30 for an appointment at 3, and I needed to be home to babysit Evie. Her parents were going fishing. I got a text from Ellie and she said it would be between 2:30 and 3 because Evie was napping. I had time to make a waffle and eat quickly. Tony went to Corwin Ford to find out what all they wanted to do to the car. They said it needed 5 things done besides fixing the latch release. Tony wasn't happy and said he didn't want all the stuff done because we'd had a lot of it done already at a different shop. We are thinking of buying a new car.

While he was gone, the kids came and they brought Evelyn's stroller. I was so happy because I hadn't got my exercise day yet and it was lovely outside. After they left, I made myself a drink, loaded her in her stroller and we headed for Lion's Park. She was thrilled to be outside and she chatted the entire way. She would make noises when we went over bumps so her voice was shaky. It was so cute.  

She ate her cereal puffs the whole way. She liked the lion and would make a grrrrr sound when I asked her what a lion says. We walked around the park twice and she loved watching the kids on the swings and slides. We were gone a good hour by the time we got home. I had to laugh at all the cereal puffs that were under her bottom when we stopped and got her out. Obviously, not all of them made it to her mouth. I figured she would be thirsty so we went in, I changed her diaper and gave her milk. 

She downed it in no time. She was thirsty!!  lol

She wanted her applesauce after the milk.

She asked for the lid and promptly put it in her mouth.

AND Gramma, promptly took it out!!  lol 

 I didn't need her choking on that!!

Ellie sent me a picture of the Big Mouthed Bass that Joe caught right away. I showed it to Evelyn and she smiled so big!! Then she'd say dada.  She knows her mom and dad !!

She got down off the couch and went over to her chair and climbed in. She didn't get her feet quite right but she was pretty pleased with herself. lol I took her to the backroom where Grandpa was putting a puzzle together. I asked him to keep her safe,

 while I transferred her toys to the backroom.

She loves to put her toys in the garbage can by my chair. She also got on the foot vibrater and managed to turn it on. She laughed and would make the awhhh bumpy sounds with her voice like she did when I was pushing her on our walk. So cute!! She also discovered our stairs and she climbed the entire stairs twice. She is so funny. She would turn and look at me ( and I was directly behind her to catch her if she fell) and she would giggle and smile and let me know she was proud of her big accomplishments. She explored the up stairs and then we went downstairs because Jan came over to drop some things off for Primary on Sunday. She and Diane will both be gone and I'll be on my own. I can do it. 

I put Evie in her Pac and Play while I talked with Jan. She just stood there and would comment now and then with a squeal.  

She just wanted to be heard and in on our conversation!  She is such a good baby. No tears or crying when her mommy and daddy leave. 

But she is so thrilled when they came back. She was giving me the Hollywood wave! It was so cute. I love to watch her but boy, can I tell my age. I was dead tired when she left. I had her about 5 hours. I couldn't do this full time. My body has a had time getting down on the floor with her and an even harder time getting back up when I need to. I could feel aches and pains in bed last night. Hips, feet etc. It's not fun getting old. BUT, I'm still upright. It was fun!

GOD IS GOOD!~

A BUSY TUESDAY

Last night I finished up the giraffe cards before going to bed. Well, I shouldn't lie, I do have 4 more left but I need to cut out more giraffe parts, so they won't get done for a day or two. 

But I did get twelve done. One for a new born baby, some that just say hello and some just a thanks for being you.  The four that aren't done will be for newborn babies.  

We went to the gym and walked this morning. Our car still isn't done and it looks like it will be a another day or so. They had to order parts. I told Tony should put a step stool in the truck because we are picking up the Browns tomorrow and she will have a hard time getting into the truck. Heck, I have a hard time getting in. lol Pat said she would drive to Silver Sisters because Tony had a doctor appointment to check on his cancer. (It's still at zero, so that's great) Pat came early and we stopped at the Verizon because my phone needed to be cleaned up. I downloaded a PDF file and it really screwed up my phone. It only took the kid a minute and I was back to normal. SO HAPPY!!  We drove to Silver Sisters. 

Today was all about the JUST SERVE program. The Stake Leader spoke and then each table had a small baby quilt on the table and we tied the ends. 

Each one was different and such cute patterns.

I like that they didn't take a long time and we got eight done. 

Our Stake RS President ( Sister Mariah Miller) modeling a quilt for me. She is so adorable. LOVE HER!! Once we finished our quilts, we ate. They had several soups to choose from, rolls and cookies. Pat and I took Taco soup. It was so good. 

Tony took our picture when we got back home. I told Pat to bring me her Daisy puzzle and Tony would make it for her. He did my rose. She came in and saw it and she said she would bring the puzzle to the gym on Thursday (cuz we won't be there tomorrow)  She's such a great friend. So glad we met!! I have RS tonight so will post more later. Jan isn't going so she brought her cookies and the things she donated over to my house. I left around 6:30 and got there to unload.  Two kids came out to help me. 

It was a successful evening. There was a lot of things brought that women in shelters can use.

Liz gave me two shirts for winter and I felt like I needed to take them because she specifically gave them to me. I had planned not to take anything because I'm trying to downsize. lol I helped bag things up and I helped put chairs away and then I came home.

Tony finished this puzzle while I was at the activity. It's a real pretty one. He sure enjoys doing them. It was a good day!

GOD IS GOOD!~

COOKIES AND EXCHANGES AND SILVER SISTERS

I get a little overwhelmed somedays with everything we have going.  House, family, exercise, church callings, temple and such. 

And then I remember that He has me and will help me to accomplish all I need to do.  I love this! After our yard work last week, Tony had a Priesthood meeting in the evening.  I took a shower and curled my hair with sponge rollers. I'm trying to not use the hot curling iron as much. My hair needs a break. Trying to get it healthier. 

Thursday and Friday were slower than usual for us. We went to the gym both days. Did some grocery shopping, laundry, cleaned house and then I started cleaning out things I am trying to get rid of. I have sold quite a few Halloween things on MarketPlace  and I will start doing the same with Christmas again when the time comes.

Friday night, I worked on some scrap paper and cut it into various shapes and glued things together. Then to bed we went. Saturday morning, I sent Pat a text to see if she wanted to go to the gym. She said she was going shopping with her daughter and granddaughter, so Tony and I went alone. I planned on walking one mile and then riding the elliptical the remainder of the time. However, Carol came along and I walked with her a two laps and then she said she was done. I had one and a half laps to complete my mile. Then Vickey, the mother of a gal in my ward, started walking with me. We had such a great conversation going, that I just continued walking with her. She walks so fast and I was out of breath and flushed when we finished. lol It was a good workout.  We went to Costco and picked up a prescription and came home and made lunch. Then I mixed up some waffles for Sunday's dinner. We watched a movie and went to bed. Tony had an early morning meeting and then came home and picked me up for church. It was a great day at church. I love Primary so much. The kids are so fun. Hilarious, really!!

After church, we came home and I made sausages and waffles for our dinner. I have enough batter for a few more breakfasts.  We had a relaxing rest of the day. I had two women show up and they bought more of my Halloween things. A bit more to go but not much.

This morning, we got up at 6:30 and took the car to the Ford dealer. They are fixing our trunk latch. It opens sometimes and doesn't at others. It will be nice to have it done. We met Pat at the gym and we walked. She was so upset with her daughter and granddaughter because they didn't take her shopping on Saturday after all. We came home after walking, and ate waffles if you can believe that. lol 

Then I made cookies for tomorrow nights Relief Society activity and then I filled two big boxes with clothes, shoes and dishes I don't want. We are having an activity where we are bringing things we don't want to exchange with sister's who might want them and what doesn't get taken will get taken to a place that will use them for the needy. Then I did two loads of laundry and worked on some cards.

I put three cards together using some of the things I have been making with the scraps and some two new embossing folders. Then I made us a bagel, cream cheese, lettuce and ham sandwich for lunch.  I am going to rest and watch a movie with Tony.  Tomorrow, Pat and I will go to Silver Sisters. It will be fun. She enjoys them so much.

GOD IS GOOD!~

WEDNESDAY / YARD DAY

We slept in today and got to the gym at 8:45. Pat was having a bad day and didn't make it at all. She had a man come to work on her furnace, her foot was bothering her and she had to take one of her dogs to get a haircut. lol  Sounds funny! She got her 2000 mile shirt today. At least they called her and said it was ready to pick up.  We'll meet tomorrow at 7:30 am and catch up. I rode the elliptical 10 miles and then walked the track one. Tony walked and did weights. We left and went straight to COSTCO to pick up Tony's meds and to check on mine. We got a few other things and then went to WINCO to get grapes and oatmeal. Came home, ate a quick breakfast and then out to the yard to get some Fall cleaning done.

I worked on flower pots and the beds while Tony mowed up leaves.

I have a little electric trimmer and I cut down a lot of bushes and flowers. I did a lot of bending over and picking up leaves etc.

It looks better than it did before I started. 

The yard looks pretty good but we've decided we'll have to do some raking over the next few weeks. 

I had Tony trim some of the big tree on the left. It was looking uneven to me and looks a lot better now. 

He bundled up the tree and we got all the trash out of the house. Tomorrow is garbage day.  I came in and showered and then started laundry. Tony did the same and got ready for a Priesthood meeting tonight. I'm trying to sell some Halloween stuff on Marketplace. So far I've only sold two items. Not doing so good. lol

Had a photo done of myself. I like it. I probably ought to have my hair cut to that style again.  

I'm tired and sore now. It's amazing how hard it is to bend and pick up stuff any more and how tired and hurting my body is afterwards. It sucks getting old. BUT, it's better than being NOT able to do it. 

Time for bed. Got a big day ahead of us.

GOD IS GOOD!~

MONDAY TUESDAY

Monday, we got up early to meet Pat at the gym. We were on our way to the gym when I got a text from Pat saying her car wouldn't start. We offered to go pick her up but she had a guy coming to help her. I walked with Tony a lap and then he took off. I did one mile and then got on the elliptical and rode 7 miles. Pat text me and said she was at Les Schwab and was going to have to wait an hour. She said it was freezing in the place. LOL  So, I made her this!

 She said this was perfect and it's just how she felt however she was inside. She said it was probably warmer inside. lol  We came home and I went to my craft room after breakfast.

I was so sick of looking at this stuff and so I got busy finishing up the boxes and bag that I volunteered to decorate for November Silver Sisters. I also boxed up some flowers and such for Pat because she said she would decorate one as well. 

They are just to set in the middle of the tables for a Fall decor. Not great but they are done. lol

The boxes are done too.   I'm curious to see what the others did to theirs. They will probably be much better than these but they will be festive, none the less.  After finishing these up, I did some laundry and then Tony and I worked on things in the back room. 

He finished the puzzle he was working on and I started cutting out some new cards and dies.

Then Tony finished up this wooden rose puzzle I bought in Salt Lake the last time we were there.  I love it and now I want more of them. lol  Next time we are in Utah, I'm gonna get some different flowers.

We watched TRUTH & TREASON on Angel! It was so good! Based on a true story of some LDS boys in Germany. So good.

I worked on cards with this new little giraffe die I got. I've got a ways to go but it keeps my hands busy while we watch TV.  We went to bed after the movie and slept well.

This morning (Tuesday) we got up and got ready to go to the temple. We picked up the Browns and did an endowment each and then 2 hours of sealings. It was a productive day and it was beautiful but cold. I had put several things on MARKETPLACE and I've had so many texts. I was amazed at how many I got.  So far, I've sold one thing but I wasn't home all day so hopefully, I'll get rid of more tomorrow. When we dropped off the Brown's, we hurried to 

Chick Fil A to grab a quick bite. It was almost 3 and the Poulson's were going to pick us up for the movie at 3:30. We went through the drive thru and came home, changed our clothes ate and then Kevin and Jan picked us up!! 

We went to HEART OF THE BEAST and it was so good. It made me jump and get the creepy squirms several times. SERIOUSLY so realistic.  GREAT MOVIE!  We got home and a lady sent me a text and said she'd be here at 8 PM to pick up this'

I must have had 15 people wanting it but the 1st to come was the lucky one and it wasn't the gal who said she'd be here at 8.  

Sure hope I get rid of some more stuff tomorrow. I've decide I need to clean out because I don't want my kids to have to dung out my place when I'm dead. Just saying. lol

It's been a great couple of days.

GOD IS GOOD!~