HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

#25 I'M GRATEFUL for Thanksgiving! What a wonderful holiday. Yes, I did decorate for Christmas before Thanksgiving; however, I didn't overlook this wonderful holiday. How thankful I am for all my many blessings! HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

#23-I'M GRATEFUL for Dathan and Kellie living close to our house. It all happened so fast when we moved out here to Maine. Dathan got a job offer in November to California and he declined it. Then one month later we made the family decision to apply for the job in Maine. Little did we know on the same day Craig got offered his job in Maine, Dathan got offered his job in Boston. ONLY 3 HOURS AWAY. What are the odds of that happening? Almost like it was supposed to happen so we'd have each other :) I still remember the day we thought we weren't going to accept the offer and Kellie called saying they were moving to Boston. I had a pit in my stomach like jealousy almost...right then I looked at Craig and said "We're looking at the budget to see if it's even possible" And here we are 7 months later living so close to each other. Although we only see each other MAYBE once a month, it's still nice to have some family close.
#24-I'M GRATEFUL for shopping. I love shopping. That's all there is to it! Whether it is crafty things which I'm really into right now, baby clothes, clothes for us, or even groceries. I just love the thrill of getting a good deal and getting the most for my money! The worst thing about shopping is when I get buyer's remorse. I hate that. So today I am Grateful for shopping. Kellie and I went to Michaels today and are making flowers tomorrow. We are so excited. Pictures to follow!

It was a crazy busy week last week and I slacked on my Thanksgiving list. ...
#17-I'M GRATEFUL for my bed! Getting married was awesome because I get to share a bed with my favorite person and his mom & dad bought us our pillowtop bed. So comfy!
#18-I'M GRATEFUL for snow. We've only gotten it once here in Maine but I've read on F/B that Utah is getting more than us. I love snow! It makes winter time look so beautiful. What would Christmas time be without snow?! It's my favorite to look outside and see a blizzard all day long. So much fun!
#19-I'M GRATEFUL for Friday, November 19, 2010. We had the opportunity to go to Topsham for a training from some very special women. We decided to have a girl's night with all our YW so we drove together. We got there about 30 minutes early so we could get good seats. As the night started Sister Wixom, Sister Dalton, Sister Allred, and Brother Eyring (Pres Eyring's son) walked in and started off a wonderful evening. Each gave a wonderful talk and you could truly feel the spirit so strong in that church. Then after we all split up between primary, yw, and relief society. Sister Dalton gave a 1 1/2 hour training on young women. After wards we got the opportunity to hug and meet all 3 women and met Brother Eyring. It was so neat to see how excited the Young Women were and to see such remarkable women in New England! I came home and told Craig all about it. What a wonderful night!
#20-I'M GRATEFUL for our TV. We finally broke down and bought a new light bulb for our TV and we asked ourselves how we went so long without it. We can actually sit back on the couch and enjoy our TV again. Football Sunday was awesome to watch the games on our 50 inch! YAHOO!
#21-I'M GRATEFUL for my mom. As I get older I realize how much I'm like my mom. And I take that as a huge compliment. She is the most selfless woman I know! She taught me so many things and is such an example to me. Yesterday I was asked to play piano for sacrament meeting and also for the primary interlude song. I was thinking how thankful I was that my mom taught me to play the piano and I get to share that talent with others. I love my mommy!
#22-I'M GRATEFUL for Joseph Smith. When we moved out here to Maine we got to stop in Palmyra, New York to visit his home and also The Sacred Grove where he knelt and prayed. Being there made a huge impact on my testimony of this great man! He was only 14 when he wanted to know which church to join and when he was visited by Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. I can't image being 14 and having something like that happen to me. THEN after that he got mocked and horrible things done to him because people didn't believe him. When I go out with the missionaries and they share the story of Joseph Smith with people, the spirit is overwhelming and assures my testimony of this true prophet! I'm so grateful for him and hope to one day be able to tell him that!

#16

#16 I've had to really think of more things I'm grateful for as my list is getting close to done. Last night I took some dinner over to the misisonaries for fun. They only get food from members on Sundays and they've been craving pizza, so that's what they got. I'd say today and for #16 I'M GRATEFUL for my callings. I'm the 2nd counselor in YW pres and also 2 weeks ago Craig and I got called to be Branch Missionaries. I love the young woman program and love to get to know the girls better and to teach them to prepare them. Also I love being a missionary! I get to go teaching every week and be with my friends Sister Hatch and Sister Lisonbee. They are such funny girls. They both went and cut their hair yesterday because I cut mine. That makes me laugh. They are so cute and we've become such good friends. I know Heavenly Father gives us callings to learn and grow but also I know he gives us ones that are perfect for us! And he has given me the callings I have for a purpose. And I thank Him for that!

#15

#15-I'M GRATEFUL for Sundays. I love how we have a special day every week to stop from our every day tasks to go to church. Some people see going to church as tedious or boring, but for me I look forward to 10:00 am on Sunday. I get to be with my husband & daughter and see friends, but most importantly I get to learn and feel the Spirit. I always feel fulfilled and ready to take on another week when I can have Sunday to observe it's special, sabbath day!

#14

#14-I'M GRATEFUL for animals. I've always loved kitties and ever since we got our dog Izzy I've now come to love dogs too. It's not just the pet aspect of animals, but all animals that we get our food from; cows, chickens, turkeys, cows, pigs and fish.

#13

#13-I'M GRATEFUL for Toy Story! Ever since we bought 1, 2, and 3 Jaycee is obsessed and keeps her occupied. Anything that makes a toddler happy and occupied makes a mommy happy! It is pretty cute to see how excited she is to watch Woody.

#12

#12-I'M GRATEFUL to have our church building close to our home. When we moved to Maine I was nervous about how far we'd have to travel to go to church, meetings, and other activities at the church. In Utah there's pretty much ward buildings you can walk to including in Roy alone has 4 stakes. MAINE alone has 2! So I'm very grateful we only have to drive 10-15 minutes to get to our building. Our building is a little small because we are only a Branch, but it's perfect for us!

#11

#11-I'M GRATEFUL to Honda for making a dependable, fuel efficient car! After the mess that went on with our Nissan Altima we gave in and bought the civic. That was the last car I ever wanted because every girl seems to have one. It was one of the best decisions ever. It's so nice I know my car will last a long time. Also to fill up the tank for about $28 and get around 34-36 mpg! I'm so grateful for my little black beauty.

Too Long!

Well it's been a long time coming! I needed a hair cut desperately bad. I've been growing it out to do the Locks of Love, but then I heard that not only does Aimee and Dalynne have short hair-but not Dawn. That meant all my sisters have short hair. I wanted to be the 1 out of 4 that had long hair. BUT I just couldn't take it anymore! I scheduled the appointment in hopes of just getting a trim. When I sat down I told the girl my plans and she got a ruler out and let me know it was 10 inches long. DONE!!!! CHOP IT OFF! So here's my final result.

Kinda a sad day but fun to know it'll help someone :) My good deed for the day


My smiley face


Serious face


Kiss face


So there ya have it. It's an adjustment for sure. I guess say good bye to side pony tails and hello to headbands.