Food Storage : A commandment not request

Last night I went to the most amazing and motivating enrichment night on how to make food from our storage and more than that just inspiration to really go for it and do it. It was amazing to really think about it. The church now more than ever before is really educating us, especially the young marrieds, to make it a priority NOW.  One sister gave many examples of why, she read the most great quote from Boyd K Packer that stated we are responsible for our own family after we marry, we are not to depend on other family members, friends or the church to take care of us if there is a need or a disaster. It said something like the church has enough to feed only about 14% of the members and that our neighbors and friends probably don't have our family in mind if something happens. . . it is up to US (especially as the woman) to research and be educated enough to do it, and not to procrastinate because we don't think its possible right now.  All of the excuses we give ourselves were talked about from , "I don't have kids yet to not enough money, no where to store it", and the list went on. They also gave many examples to make it easy and also to not spend extra $ but to use our money more wisely. They also said to obey its not merely buying the food but knowing and practicing how to use it. They kept repeating over and over how important it is for us young married and mothers to do this NOW.  An image that was created in my mind. . . what if Handsome or my children came and looked at me saying, "we are starving, what do we have?" I hope my response is, "we have plenty.". The teacher gave us a promise that if we just pray and start, a way will be provided, but it won't come without some sacrifice and work. So I continue to give up cute shoes, hair and nail pampering, latest style clothing and other momentary gratification selfish wants so we can be prepared and I have peace of mind that I obeyed the prophets council.  Do we like the ten virgins put off preparing our oil for the Bridegrooms arrival, do we procrastinate and justify or make excuses,  or do we just have faith, listen and obey. I am trying my best family.

Luvs, Gpants

The "Only Daughters" Club

Saturday Mom, Me, Isabeau and Granny all took each other out for a "Mothers Day/ Only Daughters" outing. Isabeau is an only daughter of an only daughter of an only daughter of an only daughter. . . hence the 4 generations of "only daughters", and I feel this next babe is a Boy and most likely my last.  I was a little nervous to have a girl when Beau came along because I grew up with all brothers and almost all my friends were guys. However, I think I will have a good idea of what to expect from an only daughter. . .  sassy, spunky, sweetness and above all extremely independent. The pattern is already manifesting.
Luvs, Gpants

Past Pics

The loving siblings.

These are the last 2 pics we took in our Pretts home. Top is CharLee having his goodbye Movie party with friends and below cutest Beau in her favorite place the tub. 

These are from CharLee's school Zoo day. We brought Milano and there were tons of animals for the kids to see. You can kind of see my short hair in this one. This is a tender shot taken of the kids, Beau didn't want to leave CharLee.

Easter

We did end up coloring our eggs tye dye style, would you expect anything different from me.

No pics of me. . .I was very preggers sick.

I am your Mother

So if you havn't seen this already, I say its pretty great. Go to NBC clips and type in, I'm am Your Mother. It is a short from Saturday night live. I thought it was funny, but it became that much more when Isabeau came in the room today when she woke and said, Mom, I am yooooooooour Mooooooooooooooooother! Sooooo funny!

Luvs, Gpants

Moma's Day

Mothers Day was sweet.

Handsome worked ALL day Saturday building shelves in the garage so I would have a place for our food storage. He even bruised his "cheek" muscles. Yes, not the face ones, don't ask how.

Sunday morning we went to our new ward for the first time. Matthew actually knows the bishopric counselors from Bball in the mornings.

After church Handsome watched the kids while I took a lovely 2 hour nap; then we were off to Gr and Grp Bees. We had the most amazing lemon garlic fish, salad and at my request watermelon and fresh strawberries, mango and pinapple for dessert. All made by the Luvs in our lives as we women relaxed. After dinner, Handsome surprised me with the most beautiful tropical tree for our entry way.  I know you may think me silly for being so excited about a plant, but for me it is way more exciting than chocolates:) Thank you Luv for the wonderful day.

Luvs,Gpants

I will get a little better at posting and pics:)

Quick

This will be quick. . . 

We love our new home.

We are just packing up the remaining stuff from Pretts Place.

I am very tired.

I am not so pregnant icky sick, which is so nice:)

Luvs, Gpants

OOOOOOOOO Red Mango

So with all the stress going on, Handsome and I havn't been able to date much. So I stole him away for a minute today and took him here. Yum.