First Fun Run of the Spring!

Well we did it. The kids and I ran out to Davidson River last Friday for the first dip of the 2009 year. I told them they were CRAZY because it would be to cold still but they were determined and it was a beautiful sunny day. Besides I told them they had only 3 hours left of Spring Break and we could do anything that didn't cost money. They all agreed this is what they wanted to do and cousins were happy to come along!

Wish I had brought the camera out but then that's one of those learning steps. I carry my camera in the car but because we brought cousins we took their car.....oops forgot to change.

So we chose a new spot with steep banks going down into the river. There were small steep waterfalls about every 100 feet and deep pools in between for dips. Mostly they all stood around and looked at the water (surprised) but everyone got in up to their knees a couple of times and at least 3 of the boys went in completely, mostly rescuing shoes.

What amazes me is the peace I get from being out in nature. Okay so I get this peace whenever I take this step back, but REALLY how else can you manage 6 kids for four hours. Out there they pretty much manage themselves. There are the little scrapes and pains but mostly cool.

What's more it truly made me feel how much abundance God has granted me.

Not only do I live in a beautiful part of the country, I have the freedom to drive where I want to, our country has been wise enough to set aside these National Parks. Greatest of all I have been attracting into my life all the income I need so I could go spend this afternoon just relaxing.

It was a delightful day and helped me secure that I HAVE to make this summer as open and fun as the past ones have been.

OH PEACE!

Well today I'm back at the office and no one else is. There is a certain joy in the peacefulness of an empty building. I have had a LOUD week with me kids. Yesterday they GRATEFULLY all went to friend's homes (thanks to all those Moms!). Yet I ahd so much to do I cuoldn't breathe.

Today they're at my sister's and I have to say the sacrifice of a few hectic hours with her kids and mine Wednesday was worth it!

So I'm catching up on bookkeeping and took the time to listen to this talk by my dear mentor David A. Bednar . He points out the importance of watching and observing.

I think we must first observe and be grateful for the gifts God gives us.

I am so happy to be looking out into a beautiful blue sky. I am very aware that we needed all the rain we have had the past couple of weeks and VERY hopeful that this clear sky stays around for tomorrow. I've been pondering a lot about the need for storms in both our natural world and personal life. (part of re-writing my website).

As hard as they are it's wonderful to observe the personal growth that comes from pushing through each challenge.

I LOVE the wisdom of an All Knowing God who gives us struggles AND joys. I proudly tell my children "yes, I AM a mean Mom. Sometimes it's what you and I both need to learn the lessons required in this life."