Day 59 of 2014

Today I got to run! Oh how I missed it for the week I was sick! I am grateful The Lord gave me the strength to do it. I connect it to the blessing I received which told me I would only be down a few days before going back to normal activities. I am back to running and very happy about it!

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 58 of 2014

We have an awesome Bishop (priesthood leader of our ward) and he fulfills his calling well. I am grateful that The Lord placed him in our lives and that we have organization in our church that everything has it's proper order and place. The Bishop helped our family today through priesthood power. I am so grateful for that.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 57 of 2014

 Today I was again given patience with one of my children that only speaks temper tantrum sometimes. I got her to calm down and communicate with me instead of throw a bigger fit. I am grateful for being prompted on what to say and do when what I wanted to say and do would have made it worse. The Lord always wants us to act our best and treat others like wise.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 56 of 2014

I am grateful for parenting moments that make me smile and smile. The Lord grants me moments when I look at my children and my heart just wants to burst out of my chest. My youngest (and probably last) was walking with a baby walker today. All by herself she got up to it and just started walking. My dad had taught her how it works and then today I looked up and off she was trotting. I am so happy for her progression. The most tender mercy I ever was given in my mortal life is motherhood and being able to raise all my children.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 55 of 2014

Getting off the couch and taking care of my family was a blessing today. I am not feeling well and really just wanted to sleep all day. The Lord gave me the energy to do what I needed to, for which I am very grateful.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 54 of 2014

Today I received a blessing that I would teach my lesson well and teach with the spirit. I am very grateful for this blessing and was not nervous and the lesson just flowed. I was on a roll and it was awesome. The Lord helped me to be the best I needed to be for His children.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 53 of 2014

Today I got to go to a church meeting with my mom and all the ladies in her stake. It was a great meeting. I know the spirit was there and I am grateful I got to go. The Lord nudged me out of bed so I could be ready to go. I was sleeping and had not had a good night so my dear RJ was going to let me sleep and not wake me and tell my mother to go without me. I know The Lord woke me up so I could go. I really needed the boost and I really enjoyed the time with my mom. With a family of my own and 4 kids always needing something we don't get away much just her and I. It was a great experience that I am glad The Lord made sure I didn't miss.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 52 of 2014

Without getting into an involved story, today The Lord put me in the right place to make a phone call which ended with us finding out about the death of a family member. I am grateful for that so that we could lend our support and love to family. We did not know the family member well but some of those who did know her well we do know well, if you followed that... So I am grateful for a nudge to make a call. I am grateful I listened.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 51 of 2014

Today The Lord used me to help someone else. It was a nice feeling. I post a picture on Facebook every Thursday for Throwback Thursday. It is usually pretty old. This one was of my dad when he was very young and he is with some of his siblings. I had a cousin who I have not spoken to in... Actually I might have never spoken to her. Anyway, she is 'friends' with my aunt who I tagged in the picture and her dad was in it. She 'friended' me and told me that she had never seen pictures of her dad as a boy and asked if I had anymore. I did have a few I could give her. She was way excited. Something small but I know that she needed those pictures for her family. Pictures and genealogy are very important to The Lord as family is the central part of His plan. It was a fun thing to follow today and have The Lord use me to get the pictures to her.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 50 of 2014

In connection with yesterday's post, we received a refund today for health insurance through RJ's past employers health care. This will also help us bridge the 3 week gap until we get a pay check. The Lord is blessing us left and right with this. I can't keep up! The scripture is true- "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." (Malachi 3:10) I am grateful for tithing and that The Lord keeps His promises!

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 49 of 2014

I got a glimpse today of The Lord working things in my life before I needed them. If that is confusing hopefully I can explain. When we got our tax returns earlier this month I paid all our bills, even the ones I usually pay at the end of the month. We had the money so I wanted it out of the way and then the money I would have used could go elsewhere. Well, RJ started his new job Monday and this was not supposed to happen until next Monday. This new job has a different pay schedule. The good thing is that RJ came in at the beginning of a pay period. The bad thing is that we were used to getting paid weekly. They pay every two weeks. Also they put in the time and then it takes a week to get your check. So we will be three weeks without a pay check. The Lord prompted me at the beginning of this month to pay everything so that we would not be hurting during this time. He knew this would happen when we did not. He always looks out for His children when they are trying to be obedient. I know this and think it is totally AWESOME. To put things in the works long before anything happens...that's cool.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 48 of 2014

Today my oldest did all her make up work for being out most of the week last week sick without complaining. This was a miracle. I am not joking when I say this. My oldest has ADHD and under doctors care we have chosen not to medicate her but to work with her on the level that her brain works. I also have ADHD so I know what she is going through. She received a special blessing that as long as she read the Book of Mormon everyday she would be able to concentrate and control her energy when needed. She has been doing that and here we are, she sat and did all her work without fuss. 1st time this has happened. I am so grateful for her blessing and the promise given. This made my day A LOT easier.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 47 of 2014

I love Sundays. I love going to church and I love feeling the spirit. I love learning of Christ and I love teaching Sunday School. I love teaching with RJ. We make an awesome team. My heart is just full this Sunday with gratitude for the opportunity to go to church and participate as much as I am able. The Lord has blessed me with a full Sunday.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 46 of 2014

Today we had a long drive up a canyon. It was a long, windy drive...with a 3 year old who got car sick. We were very blessed that a) I saw it coming in time b) she did not freak and try and move all over c) that she only threw up straight down the front of her and it only got on her clothes, not the car or car seat or her siblings or her coat...I could go on and on d) we had brought a change of clothes. It all worked out and her tummy settled right down and we could continue to the fun outing we had planned. This outing could have been ruined but I know The Lord stepped in and helped so we could still have a good day.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 45 of 2014

Today was just great. Point blank and period. I spent great time with family, I helped with my sons party at school, I got a date with my husband that was a lot of fun... It was wonderful. None of these blessings would have been possible without The Lord and His ever present hand in my life. My amazing husband who was made for me. My children who I could not dream of ever being without. My mom, dad and (little) big brother who are such a part of my life and who I am. My in laws who have taken me in like a true blood daughter/granddaughter/sister. The Lord has given me all this and without it the day would have been a wash. I am truly grateful and truly blessed. Happy Valentine's day!

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 44 of 2014

I love the days when you find out why you were given the impression to hold on to something. I don't know about you but sometimes I go to get rid of something  and a little voice tells me to hang on to it. So I do and sometimes years later I find out why. Or at least one of the reasons. Some objects can have multi purposes. Today it was as simple as a valentines game I made years ago and thought to hang on to even though I am not that fond of the game. I got a call today to help last minute with my sons class party tomorrow because one of the other moms canceled. Oh, and can you bring a game that is at kindergarten level? Why yes, yes I can. So The Lord helped me by having me keep something I made years ago. What a time saver!

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 43 of 2014

Today none of my children fought. I did not have to get after any of them for teasing each other or any of that. Today was very calm and nice. That can only be the work of The Lord! I enjoyed it very much.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 42 of 2014

Today The Lord gave me a little correction, if you will. A thing that is done often in public and that I do often He gave me a new perspective on. I am a self mocker. I make jokes at the expense of me all the time. I get laughs. I have my whole life. The Lord pointed out something to me today. He did it while I was talking to my husband about points on how to be a better teacher. We had a Sunday school lesson and it was very hard for me to concentrate because the teacher kept insulting himself and putting himself down, most of the time to get a laugh. As a student I was very distracted by it and had a hard time feeling the spirit. On talking with my husband The Lord let me know why, and it cut me a little because He let me know I do it too much too. Some of the things I say about me I would never say to anyone or about them because they are rude... So instead of insulting another one of His children I degrade myself. Either way I am talking bad about one of His children, who He loves dearly. "Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." (Matthew 25:40) It hurts Him as well. So, after my light bulb moment from The Lord, I am going to try to be better about speaking nice of EVERYONE, including me.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 41 of 2014

The Lord always prepares the way before He makes a big change in your life. We have been praying for one for months and did not realize as we were saying these prayers the motions had already been started to accomplish what we needed. The Lord knew before we asked and was preparing long before our prayers were voiced. It amazes me how He keeps it all together and still has time for the one. We are far more than 99 in this world but He always helps each ONE of us. Today RJ accepted a job offer that will be a better fit for our growing family and for his up coming school schedule. The Lord loves us and answers prayers.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 40 of 2014

Today I got to go support and watch my husband teach Sunday school for another ward's Ward Conference. I LOVE to listen to him teach. I am grateful The Lord has placed people in my life (this case my awesome in laws) that I can trust my children with so that I can go and support him in such things. It really made my day to go see him.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 39 of 2014

I am grateful for moments when I am asked a question and I, of myself, don't know the answer but I can feel the inspiration of what to say or if it is right or not. I am grateful that in everyday decision making I am not alone. I had a few times today that I had this happen. I was asked a question and before I could muddle through an answer it just came. Also, someone would speak to me and I would just know whether it was truthful or not. I know the Lord does not want to tell us everything we are supposed to do or say. That would make it so this life is not a test at all. He does help when we need it. I am grateful for that.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 38 of 2014

The God I worship is a personal God. He gives custom blessings. He knows each of His children and He blesses them with what they need and with what is best for THEM. He customizes their blessings you could say. Today our family got a customized blessing with RJ's employment. The whole experience has been a blessing in one form or another and we have been very blessed through out. Today it all came to a head and I am just very grateful for a loving Father who cares for each individual child of His. I am grateful that He prepares them to fit into the blessing first and then when the time is right He lets His hand be seen. It is beautiful.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 37 of 2014

I love my Mimi. She is RJ's grandmother. She took me in and has treated me as one of her grandchildren from day one. She has always been an example of charity to me. I had the opportunity to talk on the phone with her and to go visit her tonight. It always makes me feel better to see her smile and to hear her laugh. I am so grateful The Lord placed her in my life. She makes the world a better place and I know that The Lord meant it that way.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 36 of 2014

Music has such power. The Lord has blessed me that I can be soothed through music. I am sitting here listening to beautiful piano/cello music and I feel peace. I am so grateful my Lord has given me hearing that I may hear the beautiful music. It can uplift, brighten, strengthen, bring peace and bear testimony. I don't even want to think of a world without it. "For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads." (D&C 25:12)

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 35 of 2014

I am grateful that my children love us. They love to be home, they love to play at home, they love each other. Sometimes it fells like that is a rarity now a days. I know numerous kids who hate being home. I knew kids in high school who hung out anywhere but at home. I am glad my children like it here and I know it is because of the teachings The Lord has given us. By following His counsel we have made a safe, fun environment here. I know The Lord has also just blessed me with good kids. Kids that drive me crazy sometimes but that I would not change. Each one is a distinctive part of this family and makes it better. Through His teachings I have a better life. I know it.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 34 of 2014

Mothers are given a special gift. They instinctively (most of the time) know when their child is upset. Along with this gift is given the insight to know what to do when said child is upset. A glass of juice, a big hug, a snuggle and book on the couch.... The list could go on and on. Each time is different and it is different with each child. I am grateful The Lord has given me this gift and has shown me how to tap into it and to use it. My oldest is having a hard time concentrating and as such she is all over and it's hard to pin her down for a discussion. It really is like the song on the Sound of Music, how do you catch a cloud and pin it down? Well, after a bit of frustration I realized something had scared her and was making her clam up. Not her trying to be difficult or not listening. She was quiet because she did not know how to handle or fix the situation. After this realization we could talk about it and move on. The Lord sends promptings often. I am grateful I listened.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 33 of 2014

Miracles still happen. We as a ward and as a stake (many wards combined) have been fasting and praying for one of our members who was hit by the front runner train. He has made HUGE advancements in his recovery. They thought he might not live and now he might have all his functioning back with time and effort. The medical community is amazed. The Lord still grants miracles. He loves us. He listens and when it is the best for us He answers how we want. No matter the answer He is always there and He will answer. When I heard the update today The Lord brought peace to my heart as a witness that it was all our prayers on his behave as to this brothers recovery. Joint prayer works for miracles. I am grateful for that knowledge and access to that power.

God Loves You!

Heather

Day 32 of 2014

Snow! I love snow. It snowed today and made me happy. The most important of it all though is that we need snow and we have been praying for snow. I know this was a little answer to our prayers and I feel a bigger one is coming. I won't mind. I love snow!

God Loves You!

Heather