Goals "August"

This is going to be an amazing month for me.  Kyle has been furiously working on his trailer parks (I should start a blog just on those stories) and enjoying the company of his co-workers. He finally finds work fun-if only he could duplicate himself we might see him more.  But I set out to be more dedicated to my Spiritual life this month. I jotted down some goals for August. I have been reading the Book of Mormon on and off for the last week in a half and have actually made it to 2 Nephi Chapter 15. So I decided the best goal for that would be to read the rest of the Book by the end of August.  I think that is fairly reasonable considering all my children will be in school this year. I love preschool :).

My other goal is to attend the Temple more often. I am thinking in my situation once a week would not be a stretch but it is a start. I do feel blessed to have the St. George Temple so close to me and I now that my Kylee is old enough to really babysit I should take advantage of this season in my life where I can go and bring blessings to my family. 

I have more listed but I think that is a good start.  Life has been good to me. I should say my Heavenly Father has been good to me. We have been through some interesting times that I hope not to ever go back to but there is more that lie ahead. Because of certain trials it has ruined some family relationships (on my side with me) but I have learned that the word Family doesn't always mean the blood that runs through your veins. I am so grateful to have people in my life that are family to me.

Kylee had a great week at camp.  She came home with an amazing testimony and attitude. It lasted until her dad asked her to babysit and then Shiz hit the fan (my other goal-no swearing).  But she is a beautiful Young Woman and she is working really hard on her Personal Progress.  It has really kept us close.  I go through it with her almost everyday and we study certain scriptures and it has been awesome for both of us..

Willie is loving the summer. He gets to go with his dad to the Trailer park almost everyday and play with his cousins.  He is actually the leader of the group which is kind of funny but he is a natural born leader and know this because I know his Spirit and I know who he was before he came to earth.  Definitely a leader. He isn't going to like it when school starts but life must go on.

Sandy is really growing up on me.  She is doing well on the violin and she has been very tolerant of others and very helpful to me when Kylee is gone. They really play well together and I am thankful for that.

Attie is watching and she knows when to step up.  When she hears her two older sisters getting in trouble she is quick to say can I do anything for you mom.  She always says Yes Mam and is just a treat.  She is going to play soccer this fall -she has begged me for the last few months so I finally gave in. But she is a good runner.

Ella is doing well and going to be in preschool again. She will start gymnastics and I am sure she will do well.  She really loves it. She is Attie's little side kick and goes everywhere with her. I am so grateful that after Atttie pictches her little fit she gives in and takes her.  It means a lot to ella to not be left out.

Ammon is going to be in preschool this year too.  We aren't fully potty trained yet but the preschool is going to help with that. Which means more time for mommy to do what mommy loves-sew, quilt, crafts, help in classrooms, and freaking be mommy this year.

It was hard on my last year. I really respect women who chose or have to work because it is hard on the children. My kids I think are going to enjoy me more and I am going to enjoy them more this year. I look forward to planning class parties and being Willie's Hero on Fridays at his Special Ed classroom. It is going to be a growing experience for all of us.  We still are not settled in St. George. I don't really have a favorite area. I have a favorite house but I have to make sure my ducks are in a row. But other than that I am enjoying my life. I hope I get many more years to enjoy my children and my husband.  Kyle is a good man. He and I have put ourselves and our marriage and our children through the ringer. I am very Spoiled--I know, I know you could never imagine that but I am. And I am very demanding okay okay  high maintenance with high expectations. And he isn't the churchy guy I imagined or thought him to be but I have learned to love him for him.  He is learning to be okay with him and I think he is at a place he likes and I like him too.  I love to fight though and he loves to make up :) so it makes for some fun times.

Well I am hoping for a good August. Plus I am ready for it to start cooling down at night.  I need to leave now but I will be back soon. Hopefully soon.  Love Sadie