Worth waiting for.

Keely, a wonderful and dedicated woman in my ward, planned an adult prom.

I raided my parents closets and found my sister's prom dress and my dad's tuxedo.

Brent planned a lovely dinner in the park.

He asked his mom to make a corsage and boutineer (wasn't that my job, Oops!)

He even arranged dinner.

I gave the people at my table a "I didn't get to go to my own prom" sob story and

someone (not sure who, but I bet it was YOU) nominated Brent and I Prom King and Queen.

Whoever it was, thanks for my moment. Everyone needs a moment now and again.

We had a blast.
The first time Cameron saw Brent in his tux he said with a wink and a nod,

"Oh, you're going on THAT kind of date."

I'm Doing It

I just had to take two Advil because the thought of it makes my head spin. It scares me to death, but at the same time I know it's the right time and I'm looking forward to it.

I have more self-confidence in myself and my abilities than ever before.

I know I can do it.

Many people encouraged me to GO FOR IT.

Brent thinks it's the greatest thing ever.

I have my bishop's interview tonight to start the application process.

With only about 4 classes to complete, (I have to officially apply before I find out for sure) I'm working on a Bachelor of General Studies degree with a Family Life emphasis from Brigham Young University.

I can totally complete it on-line at home, with a few tests that will be elsewhere.

My Inspiration is the vision of me walking across the stage in the

BYU Marriot Center with a very large cheering section.

A MOMENT to remember...

Sunday May 9th, 2010 at approximately 8:40 a.m I turned around in the car and saw this:

Dallin was memorizing the 9th Article of Faith by repeating it over and over,

Cameron was teaching Britton the difference between pennies, nickles and dimes,

Emma was starting to feel the effects of a 2 hour crying session in the night due to a tummy ache,

Elizabeth was giving Kenley some pointers on the fine art of eyelash curling and mascara application,

Brent was driving,

and I was blissfully Happy.

Acting

Windy

The trampoline flipped once, then took off.

The Tri-Cities is known for several things, including strong winds.

Our trampoline is now at the neighbors.

Something a little fishy.

Elizabeth's teacher told her she deserved something BIG!!!

I was intrigued to think what BIG would be.

In High School BIG is a handwritten note from the Principal,

along with a stuffed fish!

Ever heard of the "Fish Philosophy?"

Apparently, a fish is somehow related to success.

In some way, somehow,

a stuffed fish is a big deal!

I appreciate when others give my children encouragement and praise.

"We are wiser than we know." -Emerson

Cameron and Dallin are BROTHERS

I kissed them both goodbye with the reminder to be fast, "but don't run." I always say that because our street is bumpy and uneven and gravely. I get weak in the knees at the thought of anyone falling on it. They were a little later leaving than usual, but still had plenty of time to get to school. I watched them walk away until they got to the street and then closed the door. Five minutes later I heard crying and looked out of the front window. I saw Dallin coming back across the lawn with Cameron on his back, blood streaming down his leg. My first instinct was to check out the leg. I saw it wasn't too bad, just a lot of blood. Then I looked at Dallin. He was running on pure adrenaline. He had the most determined, yet compassionate look I have ever seen. EVER. Dallin gets a little squeamish when it comes to injuries and trauma, so I knew this was a very big deal for him. Dallin had left his backpack and trombone up the street and carried a very traumatized brother on his back all the way home.

Dallin went on to school. Cameron stayed home today (for a little extra lovin') and made this poster for Dallin. We taped it to the front door so it would be the first thing Dallin saw when he got home.

I know it's just the way it should be and that's just what you do for your brother, but we couldn't help making him feel extra special today.