Keeping in touch

For various reasons today I talked with many family members. No matter the reason I'm grateful that we can keep in touch. :)

Old favorites

One of my friends celebrated her birthday two days ago. After texting her "Happy Birthday!" she texted me back, saying that she wanted to take me to lunch today. We have been friends for 21 years now, amazingly enough. We used to go to a Mexican restaurant in Ripon that has since changed names, but not owners. So, today that is where we met up for lunch. It was great being in familiar surroundings with a friend that I can talk to and laugh with. Another plus is that it was Mexican food! Good friend + good company + good food = great time. I'm grateful I could spend time with a few of my old favorites!

Knowledge

We recently purchased a new Dell computer (of course!) for my mom. The thing is - it has Windows 8, which I am very unfamiliar with. Honestly, I am hoping we can simplify it for my mom. By "we" I mean Craig and me. More him than me, since he is the one with the knowledge, and I so am not. Thankfully, Craig not only knows how to help, he will actually do some of the work remotely. I'm so grateful for his knowledge! What a blessing! (For us!)

Thank you!

Veteran's Day is today. There are no words to adequately express the gratitude most Americans, including myself, feel for ALL who have served on behalf of our freedom. Their selfless sacrifice is deeply appreciated. I'm grateful for the Veterans in our family: my dad, Pat's dad, Mike, Eric, and countless others; from the Revolutionary War forward. Thank you!

Priesthood blessings

The other night our grandson, Jack, was suffering from the croup. His daddy, Brad, gave him a Priesthood blessing, for which I am very grateful.

This morning I felt decent. I'm still struggling with my cold, but it isn't bad. After being up for a few hours this morning this sinus headaches hits from out of nowhere. Frankly, I am tired of this cold. The other day I told Amy that it reminds me of someone who sounds horrible, like they are dying, from a cold. You ask if they are okay and they say, "It's not as bad as it sounds." Well, in this instance the opposite is true. I don't sound bad at all; but I'm tired and weak, and congested and feel much worse than I sound. The point is not about how I feel, because we've all been there. The point is that I had to go to church today to take care of something regarding my calling (otherwise I wouldn't have, I don't like spreading germs). Since I knew I was going to at least be attending Sacrament meeting I texted Pat (who was in ward council) asking if he and our Bishop (hometeacher) could give me a blessing during Sunday School.

That they did. I am so grateful for Priesthood blessings, and for the worthy Priesthood holders in my life, that exercise their Priesthood righteously.

P.S. I should feel better soon, now that I've had a blessing!

Time

Unfortunately, I am a big reactor. Yeah. I can react positively or negatively rather quickly. Perhaps I am a slow learner, or perhaps this blog has taught me, that in most circumstances I need to give things time. What I have found is that when I am slow to react, coupled with putting my trust in God, I feel happier, and more at peace. It's that whole. "Be still, and know that I am God," frame of mind. I'm grateful for the difference that makes in my life, even our life. What a wonderful blessing. I'm also grateful Jack is feeling better today.

Sweet Lucas

Our grandson, Lucas, is 4 & 1/2. He was telling Angie, his mom, how grateful he is for Thanksgiving, and family. Then he went on to express his gratitude for the gospel and Jesus Christ. His declaration melts my heart. He is one special little boy. I sure am grateful for him, and his sweet testimony.