No Housework

So for the past few months my back has been hurting. The pain finally got bad enough I went to the chiropractor. After talking to me and doing some tests, he is 80% certain I have a bulging disk. :(
Don't I feel old now!
Anyway, I've had 4 visits with him so far. I did think I was feeling better, but today my back was really, really hurting. When I went in to the chiropractor today he told me to really be careful with my lifting. No lifting laundry baskets, he even said no vacuuming. That pushing motion does put strain on your back.
So, sorry honey! Doctor's orders are no housework!   Mwah-hahahaha!

The Sound of Spring

Yesterday morning when I opened the door to take V. to school I heard birds singing. LOTS of birds singing!
The snow has been melting.
Yes, it's still cold outside. But...
Spring is about to start!

Creepy Crawlies

V. came screaming out of her bedroom this afternoon. She said there was a spider on her bed!
I went in to look and sure enough there was a teeny tiny spider running around her bed.
So I killed it and then we changed her bedding to make her feel better.
Spring must be right around the corner if there are baby spiders running about!

Love/Hate

I have a love/hate relationship with blogging. I used to LOVE it! But about this time last year they made some changes and I have really had a hard time with it. I can't hardly ever post pictures anymore. Either from my phone or computer. And I'm horrible at writing and have always preferred telling about our lives through pictures. But I do miss posting about what all is going on in our lives. So I'm going to try to post more often. And if I'm lucky, get a picture or two up as well!
So there you have it! Hopefully I'll be back soon to update you all on our lives!

My Thankful November

Day 1} I am so thankful for a husband who does so much for us, for me.
Day 2} I am Thankful V. has been out of school the last 2 days. I've enjoyed not having anything to do but sleep in, hang out and just being together!
Day 3} I am Thankful for a lovely daughter who has taught me every aspect there is to Motherhood.
Day 4} I am Thankful for the opportunity V. and I had to listen to a beautiful violinist last night.{ Jenny Oakes Baker} I'm grateful we had the means to attend, grateful we have the gift of hearing so we could enjoy the music, grateful for the gift of music, and grateful for a wonderful person who is a great example to my young daughter and young ladies everywhere!
Day 5}  I am Thankful for my crockpot. We had a busy evening but it was nice to come home to a yummy smelling home and a delicious hot meal!
Day 6} Today I am Thankful I have the right to vote! I love this country I live in!
Day 7} I am Thankful for the opportunity I had to go to the Temple today. And I'm Thankful we have one so close to us.
Day 8} I am Thankful for the wonderful sisters in my ward!
Day 9} I am Thankful for beautiful snow!
Day 10} Even though it was freezing cold, I am Thankful I had the health and ability to run a 10k this morning.
Day 11} I am so, so Thankful for Steve working hard to provide for us and enabling me to stay at home with V.
Day 12} I am Thankful for movie nights with my hubbie!
Day 13} I am Thankful that I can help in V's classroom every week. I absolutely love it!
Day 14} I am Thankful for the opportunity to serve others.
Day 15} I am Thankful that my daughter has a teacher who loves and cares for her. V. loves school and is just soaking it all up!
Day 16} I am Thankful for modern transportation.
Day 17} I am Thankful for wonderful extended family members!
Day 18} I am Thankful for gospel doctrine/teachings discussion moments with my little girl.
Day 19} I am Thankful for the beauty of Nature and the sound of rain!
Day 20} Today I am Thankful for a loving Father in Heaven who is always there, just a prayer away.
Day 21} I am Thankful for the love of my family.
Day 22} Today I am Thankful for all the many blessings in my life. I am honestly so blessed!
Day 23} I am Thankful I was able to take a little bit of time for myself today!
Day 24} I am Thankful we live close to my parents and could come over to help them put up Christmas!
Day 25} I am Thankful for the sweet innocence and simplicity of my daughter's faith in Heavenly Father.
Day 26} I am Thankful for whoever took the time to answer V.'s letter to Santa. They help make this time of year so magical!
Day 27} Have I already said this? I am so Thankful for the Plan of Salvation and the knowledge that families are forever. I LOVE my family and am Thankful we will be together always!
Day 28} I am Thankful for my wonderful parents!
Day 29} I am Thankful for the sound of laughter in my home!
Day 30} I am Thankful for the wonderful friends I have in my life!

Santa in the Summer

Our neighbor across the street is out mowing his lawn. He's a bigger guy. Since he retired, he's grown his beard out. His hair is white with a little gray.
He totally looks like Santa out there riding around on his lawn mower!