Assignments and Sketches

Another fun assignment from the Liahona! I've had less the past few months, and the only conclusion I can come to is that for some reason, that blessing is not needed any more. With my limited vision, it's difficult to understand, as it still feels VERY needed, but as I bring some of my ideas to final stages, I'm hoping to see some fruits very soon. Anyway, every now and then I get another little blessing and am grateful. I sent these roughs out to the art director today and will get busy finalizing the work. Oh how I love to create in this way!

Links

I'm not a writer, but I want to record things that matter to me, things that have changed me for the better and helped me to grow, and the many ways our Heavenly Father has blessed my life. I've not had success recording in journals, but am hoping that my pleasure at a keyboard and knowing, just maybe that these things will be read by others will motivate me to be a little better, try a little harder and record things that might be of value to my children and grandchildren.

I made this family tree chart for a sharing time in primary today, and had much more fun creating it than the children in the lesson could ever have. The reason I share this is that I have for a long time now felt the pull from my ancestors, and the gentle urging the Spirit has given me to search and find them, learn who they were, and do temple work for them, creating links through generations. Family Search, a site created by the Mormon Church is a wonderful resource available to anyone who wants to search for their own roots. I remember well my grandparents, but know very little about my great grandparents on the top row. Finding their photos and adding them on this little chart was a wonderful experience, and reminded me again how much I want to link my self to them.

Officers and Gentlemen

Andrew with fellow officer Anthony Garcia at the OCS graduation. I can't allow myself to worry about the future or what he will likely face as a 2nd Lt. in the USMC, but today my heart is overflowing with admiration and great love for this wonderful young man.

A Spring Surprise

In the midst of our 50's came a beautiful snowfall... just to tease us a bit.  I'll admit, I love snow, and though it will be nice to enjoy the warmth of the days ahead,  I'll miss winter. Every season has it's own beauty, and I love them all. 

Emma again...

Latest photo sent by Em. I couldn't help but note the joy in her face. "She glows" a friend said of her. Emma loves little kiddies. In fact, one of the first things she mentioned upon arrival is how differently the people treat their children, and how much she wants to just hold them in her arms. She will face many challenges there, and I'm certain will shed many different kinds of tears. This image of her face, just glowing with love and joy will remain with me always. She is in my heart and prayers.