A day of reflection and enlightenment

Even among a busy day of work, children, and school the Lord hears and answers our prayers. He loves us so personally and cares about each and every thought or concern we have. The Lord said "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." That is exactly how I felt today. I have been concerned about a matter important and personal to me. I have been on bended knee praying about this issue several times. Today an answer to this prayer literally and miraculously just fell into my lap. As I received the answer I realized just how much the Lord orchestrates intricate things in your life just for you, his child, that he loves so purely. The best part of feeling his love in your life is the perspective it gives you. You start to notice that you in return love more all around you. It's infectious and all consuming. I am very overwhelmed with gratitude to my savior and to the blessings and miracles I have in my life, and all around me.

My children are adorable. I know all mothers think that way about their kids, but it's true. Hunter loves dancing and anything with music. He loves to hand you a Wii remote so you can have a dance fest with him. Our family is really enjoying the Just Dance games on the Wii system. Its great exercise and a lot of fun. Hunter has the moves down and puts a smile on our face every time he gets going. I also enjoyed seeing Talon's face light up as he is learning how to read. He is reading full level 1 books and just loves showing off his skills. I love the look children get when they learn something so important in their lives, that gives them a new found freedom. Today Parker was a very loving and forgiving brother. Hunter has an issue with hitting or pushing away anything or anyone in his path. Today he hit Parker pretty hard with a plastic tube he found. Parker started to cry and Hunter was put in time-out. My heart melted as I saw Hunter realize what he had done and gave Parker this look of sorrow and then Parker's heart in return melted and went to Hunter with a hug. It was so special and a moment that Mom really wasn't needed. They taught, forgave, and healed each other on their own. These magical moments are what I live for.

Healthy life is rockin!!!! I feel wonderful and I can't wait for my weigh in tomorrow. I'm not expecting huge numbers because my body doesn't loose weight quickly, but any loss is wonderful. I'm excited to go grocery shopping tomorrow as well. I'm going to try two new healthy recipes each week. I'm out to prove to myself that healthy eating can also taste delicious.