Moderation People

I know how it gets ... THE GUILT.
It appears far, far, far to often in our lives.
Did I make that clear (far to often)?
I'm confident you know what I mean.

If not, let me explain...

The feeling that you need to be spending your time more righteously...
such as reading your Scriptures instead of "Twilight".
Been there, done that.




The feeling that you need to be as good as the mom is across the street...
such as fixing steak for dinner instead of Lynn Wilson Burritos.
Been there, done that.





The feeling that your free time needs to be better spent...
such as watching "The Spoken Word" instead of "Everybody Loves Raymond".
Been there, done that.




The feeling that you should never think of yourself...
such a getting your haircut more than once every four months.
Been there, DOING that.

FYI - This is me after Jeff "highlighted" by brown hair. Ummm, yeah. Not recommended.


Okay... I think I got my point across.

Well, this morning I had an EPIPHANY. I was on my morning walk, jamming out the the music Tyson so lovingly put on my i-pod (no, he won't teach me how to do it... would take far to much time) and the thought came to me...


"This walk would not be as effective if I were listening to The Mormon Tabernacle Choir singing 'I Believe in Christ' (which I definitely do, 'believe') ."


At that moment I realized that we need to have

MODERATION IN ALL THINGS.



So gone are the days of feeling guilty for listening to Bowling for Soup (ummm yeah, it's a group) sing about my past in "1985".




Gone are the days of feeling guilty as I cool down while laughing my head off to Adam Sandler's "Hanuka Song".

(I'm sorry but it's one of my favorites ... but not as much as "I Believe in Christ".)



Okay, so you get it the idea. If you want to be happy LET GO OF THE GUILT, my people!! Sit down and read "Twilight". Make Lynn Wilson Burritos for dinner tonight. Watch "Everybody loves Raymond". Go for a jam out walk. And, for heaven's sake, get your haircut (I just made an appointment) !

Even our good friend and Prophet, Pres. Hinckley said...
"In all of living have
much love and laughter
life is to be enjoyed,

not just endured."

Oh, and just for fun ...
"The Hanuka Song" is playing for your GUILT FREE enjoyment!

Happy Day and TAKE THE POLL!

(The poll has ended but 71% admitted they suffer from "guilt".)

Okay, have I not been preaching "moderation"? Then why in the world did I just eat an ENTIRE cantaloupe while writing this post??!! I'm completely serious!!



It's a hard lesson to learn. Repeat with me,
"Moderation, Moderation, Moderation... "

"Scatter" with Me

So, I need to CHEER UP.
I've been reading some sad blogs and hearing some sad things today. And although I'm sad, they've made me realize how
many BLESSINGS I have. I will list only 3 simple one's
(with no explanation) and invite you to do the same.

"Blessings brighten when we count them"

#1 ... The 4 healthy bodies living in my home.

#2 ... "I Love You" x 3 every night.

#3 ... Knowledge.

Please find cheer with me by leaving a comment,

listing 3 of your blessings (with no explanation).

And for those of you who read this blog "secretly"...

please leave a comment too, even if you do it anonymously.

I really am so glad you stop by to read!

We bless each other when we

"Scatter Sunshine All Along Our Way "

Thanks for the picture Natalie... I Love You!

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It's a simple GIFT to give...

For some reason I am feeling very compelled to post this ... therefore, I can only assume it is The Spirit. So I will set my vacuuming aside and follow.

Meet little Gavin Sprague. I met him one day while I was "blog clicking". He is the cutest stranger I have ever known. However, he is very sick. His family is pleading for the prayers of everyone and anyone... the prayers they need are IMMEDIATE! Click below to meet him and read his story.

http://giftforgavin.org/

Grantsville Natives... this is the little boy of Andre Sprague. His family lived on Deseret Circle for many years. He was in my ward, Grantsville 5th. I'm sure he would love to know we are all thinking of him and his family.

Mush, Mush, Mush

Some of you may gag at this post. Go ahead. It is only written for one person anyway...
I Love You Honey!
You are the best, most kind, generous and forgiving person I know. Thank you for taking care of me and our boys. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me. I am truly blessed!
Eternally Yours, Krista

Okay, Okay... the rest of you can quit gagging! Some days you've just got to PROCLAIM! Welcome to my day!

Dillon is in High School Musical 3

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Pickin' and Grinin'

Our favorite quarterback
Dillon
started out his football season with a big win against Skyline. The guys played great, showing true TEAMWORK. Hummer scored 2 touchdowns and had a pick.


This past Saturday they teamed up against Riverton, whom they were tied with for first. It was a hard fought game and in the end they came up short. Hummer had a GREAT game though with the highlight being a pick FOR a touchdown!




We're so proud of Dillon and the good leader that he is. He has a great attitude and you can't help but let it rub off on you!


KEEP IT UP ... 6

We thank thee, O God...

Sunday was FABULOUS!. It was Stake Conference and guess who spoke to us ...
THE PROPHET!

It was a regional broadcast and it was wonderful!

What a great man.
What a funny man.

What a humble man.

How thankful we are for a Prophet to guide in these Latter-days!

Thank Heaven!

Cowboys

WIN !!

Hutchins scoring 2 Touchdowns!

Inches

I am about to leave for the football game at the high school. As many of you may know, it has been a rough season for the Cowboys ... heartbreaking really. My son and the son's of so many others have given all they have to this program because they love the game and they love each other.

We, in this little town, are hoping and praying that tonight will be different than the other Friday nights thus far. These hopes and prayers have nothing to do with "The Game" but everything to do with "THE BOYS", for we know them... we know what good BOYS they are! BOYS who make right choices ... BOYS who are involved in every aspect of the high school because they know their influence can make a difference there ... BOYS who are kind and considerate of others ... BOYS who obey the rules and encourage others to do the same ... BOYS who set incredible examples to all whom they come in contact with ... BOYS who love their parents and aren't afraid to say so ... BOYS who love the game of football but know it's not the most important thing in life ... BOYS who deserve a little help from Heaven.

Recently the football video guy, Steven Aldridge, made this video for the team - hoping to inspire them. I know it inspired Tyson as he shared it with me yesterday. How can it not when the footage is of those Grantsville BOYS whom I've spoken of. I hope you will enjoy it but please BEWARE it does have a little foul language (sorry about that).

Pray for our boys! And, as for mine, I'm proud of you Tyson!