It Was Incredible

I got a visit from the Incredible Hulk today. He was moving fast. I was quite the celebrity with the students because of my visit. Enjoy!

Look at those muscles

The Incredible little brother

Happy Applekin

It was a great festival this year. We collected about 50 gallons of juice. We had fun with old friends and new friends and as usual the grandchildren were fabulous. We laughed as they helped, played and rode the hayride. We forgot tohave them choose pumpkins, so I guess I will be able to carve a few pumpkins now. i am not labeling the pictures...just enjoy.

Sunday with a Star

Ethan invited me to his Sacrament meeting this Sunday to hear him participate in the Primary Program. It was wonderful. He sang so well. He did his part so well. It was a great day for me. I loved when they sang 'Scripture Power'. On the chorus each child held up a Book of Mormon and sang "Scripture Power" with gusto. It was great. I was touched by the spirit in the meeting. I felt like I was sitting with angels. It was so fun to play with Colton, Liam and Tucker also. We invited the family for Sunday dinner. It was fun night. This was another one of those gifts that can't be bought for a price. I am blessed

A Hug and A Kiss

I have been feeling very 'beat up' the past few weeks. Strange new experiences have left me feeling a little like I feel off my bike and have scraped up knees and elbows. Yesterday, I really felt like I wanted a hug and a kiss from my Heavenly Father to let me know that the pain will subside and I will have joyous days again. All day I waited for the hug and kiss. It came. Just like it always does. He sent an angel to talk with me. She soothed me and let me know that I wasn't alone. She made me smile and my heart lightened up. The lift in my spirits was what I needed to get inspiration to teach my children. Heavenly Father is there. I know that. Sometimes I feel like the outside of me is weak and weary, but my heart always knows. My prayers were answered once again. We may be living in depressing times, but the colors and sounds and smells of the world are glorious. He is coming. I can watch.

We attended Steve's mission reunion. He served with two mission presidents. This reunion was for the VanWagnens. President VanWagnen passed away a few years ago, but Sister V. was there.

Steve was so excited to see his old companions and friends. I won't label them because one of my favorite people from his reunion doesn't want me publishing their picture. This way I won't get in trouble.

Steve' very favorite companion came from Maryland. We haven't seen them for 25 years. It was great. He is a super person also. As we were looking over the mission records, we saw the name of my new principal. I asked if she was related the the missionary on the list. She was! Husband. Something new for me to talk t0 her about!

Riding Along in an Automobile

Great! Now that song is in my head. This past Saturday, we got a much needed play date with our friends Mike and Lesley. We enjoyed a beautiful autumn ride and listened to conference. It was glorious.

Yes we listened. I took a picture of the radio to prove that we listened. I guess I should have done a video...the picture doesn't really prove anything!

We ate lunch at beautiful Monte Cristo campground, an odd place, it closed all the bathrooms in the open campgrounds and closed the campgrounds by the bathrooms.

Lesley had a horrifying incident at the campground...but that is her story to tell.

I am grateful for good friends that value what I value. I am grateful for change and variety. Brilliant colors from the trees as they prepare their bedtime rituals.

It was glorious.