Who's your Momma?

Snack soccer momma that is. Whenever we are in charge of snacks we take the same thing. It makes the other mom's think that I am like the Martha Stewart of soccer mom's and the players LOVE it! Follow these instructions or get creative and come up with your own delightful combination, you will be the envy of all other soccer mom's! You don't need to tell them how super simple and easy it is, just graciously thank them.

• Get cute cello bags ($1.00 @ the dollar store and they are adorable. These are covered in cute little candy corns) presentation counts, they all want to know where I bought the darling treats.

• Fill with a yummy "sweet, salty, sour mix" Today's combo was: goldfish crackers, pretzels, Capt'n Crunch cereal, dried fruit, golden raisins, M & M's and popcorn.

Hand them the cute bag with some ice cold juice and they will be mighty happy players. Chandler tells me this is his favorite snack ever and that really the snacks are the only reason he plays soccer.

Gathering Inspiration

As if I have not felt busy and overwhelmed enough, please say hello to the new Primary President. I have served in primary before (where are you Andi Battisti when I need your ear? she was an amazing gal to serve under) I love primary but I read an article this week that contained a phrase which perfectly expressed exactly how I feel right now..."nagged by inadequacy" that pretty much sums it up. Sadly, I have NO musical ability whatsoever, very little patience and feel consumed with just routine tasks in life--what was the Bishop thinking? I know, I know, most callings are to help us grow and for our benefit-YIKES! So all of my clever friends , family and anonymous readers I am soliciting the following:

1. IDEAS
2. ADVICE
3. ENCOURAGEMENT
4. PRAYERS
   
5. WHATEVER ELSE YOU MIGHT FIND HELPFUL
   

"I can't wait until I'm eight..."

On Sunday Chandler was baptized as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (to learn more of this ordinance and other principles of our church just click here.)
He was baptized by Braden and confirmed by Shawn. All of the family helped with the program, which was well supported by wonderful ward members and "The Moore's" flew out to celebrate this occasion with us. It was a beautiful day. How grateful I am to have so many blessings in my life -the gospel of Jesus Christ, family, friends and amazing leaders that try to make me a better mom, wife, friend and person. May we all strive to live each day with more integrity, less judging, more compassion and understanding and with the pure love of Christ in our hearts.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT...I HATE REALITY!!

Yes, it's hard to believe, but I would much rather be in Cancun (as above) or Cabo, or Hawaii or just about anywhere else having fun than facing the sting of reality and going back to school, back to schedules and homework and eating dinner at a reasonable hour, no more staying up late playing games, going to the city and all of the fun, relaxing things that we do in the summer!
But here goes REALITY- 4 kids at 4 schools means 4 big packets to fill out, 4 different schedules to accommodate. Soccer, Tae Kwon Do, social agendas, homework, lunches, early morning seminary, back to school nights, and that is just the beginning of the list. I am just not ready to let the lazy days of summer go this year. Does anyone else feel overwhelmed at the beginning of school? The good news is that in a few short weeks we will have everyone in the groove of the new school year right?

Looking for something out of the ordinary to do?

Yes, This is the famous John Sutter as in Sutter's Fort, founder of Sac town, originally buried in Mexico and later interred in Sacramento. History buffs would love this place! Check it out!
The Old Sacramento City Cemetery offers all sorts of tours. We opted for the moonlight walk (the full moon sets the atmosphere) several "ghostly visitors" greet you throughout the tour to tell of their story (Hannah even received a marriage proposal from a very wealthy gentleman) . We will certainly return here during daylight hours, there is so much to see-28 acres worth! I think this would even be an appropriate Sunday activity. They have a lot of amazing history. It is pretty much maintained by a crew of 100 volunteers and they do these fun tours to raise funds. Check their web info by clicking here. I DARE you to go!!

Maisy,

The hose is NOT an anaconda, or a boa constrictor (if it were, it would be terrified)!! Your fierce barking, growling and gnashing of teeth is hilarious to watch but you are ruining the hose. So please, enough of your protective snarls, we are in no danger!
Lovingly,

Your Family

WARNING...TIME FLIES!!

I am still wondering how these 2 grew up so fast (everyone told me it would happen but I could not imagine). They are headed to EFY for a week but it seems like such a short time ago they were toddlers. So I am warning my pals with little ones, it seems like they will be little forever, but in reality when you blink, they will be teens---trust me on this!!