The past few weeks have been great. I have spent a lot of time with my sister, Lindsay-who is doing so well and has been so blessed. We also spent several days with the Shupe's and St. Claire's. I feel so blessed to have such and incredible family. We live out here with Ry and Tam, who is the best sister in law EVER! We have Tawna and Mike just a block away and Mom, Dad and Grandma within 7 minutes. I TRULY hope that Cal and I can create the same bonds of love that exsist in my family. It truly is one of my life's greatest blessings.
I was so happy Cal was able to go with us to Utah. It was fun to have hime with us as he usually is not able to make it because of work. He is amazing-such a great guy! The kids were good and seemed to have a lot of fun. They were able to BUNGEE JUMP on a tramp, go on a hike in the canyons and EAT good food! It was a fun part of Spring Break. All is well in the Williams home...at least for this minute!
Friday, March 26, 2010
Monday, February 22, 2010
Those Precious Moments...
So here was Abbie's letter to me yesterday during church. "Dear MOM You are the Best mom. You Make me happy I Love You so much. Some Time I Throw Tachrims (tantrums) But I pray aftr. To: Mom Love: Abbie (written as she wrote it) What more can a Mom ask for? (except for a little respect every now and then)
Was able to be with my girls yesterday in YW. Loved it and it just reinforced how much I miss it. Honestly, ward conference at my own ward was a bit awkward and hard. I felt like I could not speak and that everything I said was just not coming out the way it usually does at a ward conference. I am sure it was partly because of the fact that Linds and Mat left yesterday for Baltimore. It was just a tough, emotional day.
I read D&C 84:88 yesterday about 10 times and gave it to Lids as they left. I know that this time for them will be hard but hope that together they will have some precious, unforgettable moments as well. They are amazingly strong.
It will be a week of watching and listening as we see the hand of the Lord in the life of our family.I already feel the angels coming to attend!
If I can just be like Abbi and pray after I throw tantrums...all will be well.
Kim
Was able to be with my girls yesterday in YW. Loved it and it just reinforced how much I miss it. Honestly, ward conference at my own ward was a bit awkward and hard. I felt like I could not speak and that everything I said was just not coming out the way it usually does at a ward conference. I am sure it was partly because of the fact that Linds and Mat left yesterday for Baltimore. It was just a tough, emotional day.
I read D&C 84:88 yesterday about 10 times and gave it to Lids as they left. I know that this time for them will be hard but hope that together they will have some precious, unforgettable moments as well. They are amazingly strong.
It will be a week of watching and listening as we see the hand of the Lord in the life of our family.I already feel the angels coming to attend!
If I can just be like Abbi and pray after I throw tantrums...all will be well.
Kim
Monday, February 8, 2010
BIRTHDAYS!
So this last week we celebrated three birthdays in our family...Mom Thiess, Kenner-10-double digits (!) and Abigayle-7! It was a busy and fun week. Kenner decided on his birthday he wanted to take the day off from school. He stayed home with us but unfortunately Cal had a ton of con-calls and I had a previously scheduled presidency meeting. We went to breakfast at Great Beginnings-just the three of us. Then we came back and had a morning of meetings. Kenner was patient and played with Legos, watched a little Bear Grills. Then I took him to get some tater tots and a shake. Yes, it is all about the food here at the Williams home! That night we made his birthday request-Salmon and rice with a nice salad. We were all happy he chose that! Thursday we were able to watch a friends kids-Audrey and Isaac. It was so much fun but I do believe the dog was a little jealous of all the attention the baby was getting! Last Sunday we celebrated with everyone because the Shupe's were here. It was a fun evening.
Yesterday was Abbie's 7th birthday. Being Sunday and the Superbowl, she shared her day a little with the Lord and the Colts and Saints. She chose Spaghetti for her birthday dinner so that is what we had, along with chocolate cake and cookies and creanm ice cream. I think overall, the week was good for everyone.
Still LOVE the dog. He is so sweet.
House will always need to be cleaned but I try a little every day.
Calling still a little rough-I just feel very removed and don't feel like I am making a difference in anyone's life but...still trying and doing my best.
Cal has traveled but not a ton the past two weeks.
Heading out to Utah for Jill Catt's wedding (one of my former young women) on Wednesday. Yippee! I love it when they reach the temple stage!
I am thankful this week to have celebrated the birthdays of three people I love very much and glad that we are able to go through life together. Love you Abigayle, Kenner and Mom!
Yesterday was Abbie's 7th birthday. Being Sunday and the Superbowl, she shared her day a little with the Lord and the Colts and Saints. She chose Spaghetti for her birthday dinner so that is what we had, along with chocolate cake and cookies and creanm ice cream. I think overall, the week was good for everyone.
Still LOVE the dog. He is so sweet.
House will always need to be cleaned but I try a little every day.
Calling still a little rough-I just feel very removed and don't feel like I am making a difference in anyone's life but...still trying and doing my best.
Cal has traveled but not a ton the past two weeks.
Heading out to Utah for Jill Catt's wedding (one of my former young women) on Wednesday. Yippee! I love it when they reach the temple stage!
I am thankful this week to have celebrated the birthdays of three people I love very much and glad that we are able to go through life together. Love you Abigayle, Kenner and Mom!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
More things I've learned...
#21. I love being with my friends who make me laugh...you know who you are!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Things I've Learned...
Here are some things I've learned or re-learned over the past few weeks:
1. Life/health is fragile-learned through Lindsay's darn cancer diagnosis!
2. The mess will be there tomorrow-Lisa Lundell
3.Family is #1-Cal is always good for this reminder
4. People/relationships are important
5. What you put in is what you get out-a pretty universal law that can apply to so many things-exersise, relationships, diet...which leads me to my next one
6. I have discovered that people and food are very important to me
7. I NEED my prayer time
8. I love my scriptures...if I ever lose them, it will be trauma!
9. I am trying to have a "heart like His" but it is harder than I thought
10. I need to listen to the Spirit more closely
11. I love raisin toast with LOTS of butter and cinamon sugar on it
12. I love flowers
13. Calvin is so good to me-I married the right person for me
14. You are never happier than your saddest child-Mom
15. Faith is vital
16. Life is good
17. It is nice to be busy
18. I have a good life
19. I LOVE my house
20.I am addicted to Orbit Sweet Mint gum
I've learned that I am so grateful to have grown up in that family that I did and have all of us still be so close. I learned that not everyone loves their in-laws (sisters and brothers spouses as well as husbands family) as much as I love mine. I have learned that living with teenagers I just have to love them and take the relationship day by day and be grateful for the great kids they are. I've learned how grateful I am fo all my children and for a husband who loves me and the family he married into. I've learned that I am very lucky after (19) years to have a strong marraige and to be in love with my best friend.
Looking back, it is amazing what a few weeks of life can teach. I am sure there is more...just not now. I'm headed to pick up the messes that will still be there tomorrow!
1. Life/health is fragile-learned through Lindsay's darn cancer diagnosis!
2. The mess will be there tomorrow-Lisa Lundell
3.Family is #1-Cal is always good for this reminder
4. People/relationships are important
5. What you put in is what you get out-a pretty universal law that can apply to so many things-exersise, relationships, diet...which leads me to my next one
6. I have discovered that people and food are very important to me
7. I NEED my prayer time
8. I love my scriptures...if I ever lose them, it will be trauma!
9. I am trying to have a "heart like His" but it is harder than I thought
10. I need to listen to the Spirit more closely
11. I love raisin toast with LOTS of butter and cinamon sugar on it
12. I love flowers
13. Calvin is so good to me-I married the right person for me
14. You are never happier than your saddest child-Mom
15. Faith is vital
16. Life is good
17. It is nice to be busy
18. I have a good life
19. I LOVE my house
20.I am addicted to Orbit Sweet Mint gum
I've learned that I am so grateful to have grown up in that family that I did and have all of us still be so close. I learned that not everyone loves their in-laws (sisters and brothers spouses as well as husbands family) as much as I love mine. I have learned that living with teenagers I just have to love them and take the relationship day by day and be grateful for the great kids they are. I've learned how grateful I am fo all my children and for a husband who loves me and the family he married into. I've learned that I am very lucky after (19) years to have a strong marraige and to be in love with my best friend.
Looking back, it is amazing what a few weeks of life can teach. I am sure there is more...just not now. I'm headed to pick up the messes that will still be there tomorrow!
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Angels
Over the past few months, I have realized that we are never alone...not in a creepy, scary way but in a comforting way! As I was reading the scriptures in the Doctrine and Covenants 84:88-a scripture with which so many are familiar with it was another reminder of this.
"And whoso recieveth you, there will I be also, for I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you to bear you up."
We all have and will face challenges in our lives that sometimes seem impossible to overcome alone...but then we remember...we are not alone. We have a Heavenly Father who loves each of us so deeply and who knows us so intimately it is difficult even for us to understand.He sends his angels-no doubt, those who know us and love us as well, to strengthen and uplift. I have felt them around me strengthening me. So when life has a way of getting you down...Remember, YOU are NEVER alone! We all need to know that sometimes...
"And whoso recieveth you, there will I be also, for I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you to bear you up."
We all have and will face challenges in our lives that sometimes seem impossible to overcome alone...but then we remember...we are not alone. We have a Heavenly Father who loves each of us so deeply and who knows us so intimately it is difficult even for us to understand.He sends his angels-no doubt, those who know us and love us as well, to strengthen and uplift. I have felt them around me strengthening me. So when life has a way of getting you down...Remember, YOU are NEVER alone! We all need to know that sometimes...
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