Rain interrupted the desert climate of St. George last night. It is a welcome intrusion. I slept with the windows open and this morning my house feels like Hawaii. My skin is soaking up the moisture and I imagination an ocean instead of a golf course.
The view from where I sit is peaceful and serene. The sun reflects droplets of water like diamonds on the green. The birds sing sweet cadences while the trees whisper gratitude for a quenched thirst. Summer storms are magnificent.
Welcome to the Sabbath Day!
Monday, August 24, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
REFLECTIONS OF THIS MORNING
I sat down to clear the CLUTTER from my desk but Sammie jumped up and is now laying across the CLUTTER. He's too cute too move so the CLUTTER will have to wait.
Ammon is 17 today. Karamea's post is a perfect description of the elation he brings to me soul. Ammon was born in the evening of a very hot August day. It had been a long hot summer, no a/c. I was so ready to give birth. When the doctor saw his head appear he said, "I see hair on this baby." Same doctor and 3 previous bald babies. I don't know who was more excited to see hair...me or the doc. Happy birthday babe! I love you!
Yesterday I finished Three Cups of Tea. Right now I want to start back at page one and read it all over again. Greg Mortensen is my hero. I want to meet him! I want to mentor him! I want to provide schools for children of poverty. "More than 145 million of the world's children are deprived of education due to poverty, exploitation, slavery, gender discrimination, religious extremism, and corrupt governments." Reading Three Cups of Tea has been an unforgetable adventure. One day I will find a way to bring education to children who are without.
This week I started on a new escapade...Leadership Dixie. This begins the process of learning about the place where I live. Ten years in St. George and now I will gain new insight. The mission of Leadership Dixie is to "Engage, Inform and Empower" future leaders. Maybe I will learn the skills to build the schools I want to build.
I am one month into my "partime" job at CMI. I have learned that we are starting from no where. There is so much to do. Marketing, Public Relations, Promotions, Sales and only two of us in the department. Partime? Maybe they should rethink the scenario.
And so...it's Saturday. Soccer season starts in a couple of weeks. I am enjoying this quiet morning while I can.
Ammon is 17 today. Karamea's post is a perfect description of the elation he brings to me soul. Ammon was born in the evening of a very hot August day. It had been a long hot summer, no a/c. I was so ready to give birth. When the doctor saw his head appear he said, "I see hair on this baby." Same doctor and 3 previous bald babies. I don't know who was more excited to see hair...me or the doc. Happy birthday babe! I love you!
Yesterday I finished Three Cups of Tea. Right now I want to start back at page one and read it all over again. Greg Mortensen is my hero. I want to meet him! I want to mentor him! I want to provide schools for children of poverty. "More than 145 million of the world's children are deprived of education due to poverty, exploitation, slavery, gender discrimination, religious extremism, and corrupt governments." Reading Three Cups of Tea has been an unforgetable adventure. One day I will find a way to bring education to children who are without.
This week I started on a new escapade...Leadership Dixie. This begins the process of learning about the place where I live. Ten years in St. George and now I will gain new insight. The mission of Leadership Dixie is to "Engage, Inform and Empower" future leaders. Maybe I will learn the skills to build the schools I want to build.
I am one month into my "partime" job at CMI. I have learned that we are starting from no where. There is so much to do. Marketing, Public Relations, Promotions, Sales and only two of us in the department. Partime? Maybe they should rethink the scenario.
And so...it's Saturday. Soccer season starts in a couple of weeks. I am enjoying this quiet morning while I can.
Monday, August 17, 2009
FAIR SERVICE
The 2009 Washington County Fair ended last night. I had various assignments and spent most of Wednesday through Saturday filling the responsibilities. The baby contest, foundation for students, ticket taker and gate keeper, parade activities, facebook updates...I am weary just remembering it all.
My place on the Washington County Fair Board is a treasured position. Those serving on the board are filled with charity and selfless love. We give time and energy until we can't give anymore. Wendy, our fearless leader, is wonderful. Her excitement motivates us all to keep going. I have enjoyed 5 years of service and will continue as long as the passion remains.
Over the years I have learned that every kind of person goes to the fair. I have learned the inner workings of a demolition derby. I have felt sweltering heat and been strangled by dust. I have created extraordinary friendships.
Today, I think I slept through church. My body is worn out and my mind is exhausted. Sleep comes easy but I have neglected motherhood this past week and the boys need my attention. Sleep will have to wait just a little longer.
My place on the Washington County Fair Board is a treasured position. Those serving on the board are filled with charity and selfless love. We give time and energy until we can't give anymore. Wendy, our fearless leader, is wonderful. Her excitement motivates us all to keep going. I have enjoyed 5 years of service and will continue as long as the passion remains.
Over the years I have learned that every kind of person goes to the fair. I have learned the inner workings of a demolition derby. I have felt sweltering heat and been strangled by dust. I have created extraordinary friendships.
Today, I think I slept through church. My body is worn out and my mind is exhausted. Sleep comes easy but I have neglected motherhood this past week and the boys need my attention. Sleep will have to wait just a little longer.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
FEEL THE HEAT
A broken AC and I am sweltering in the warmth. The high today...103 degrees in the shade. At 8:55pm it is 92 degrees. Inside my house it is a balmy 89. Ugggh. I need to be working but I can't focus on anything but the sweat trickling down my neck. I need a cold shower or a swimming pool. The HVAC dude will be here in the morning...this could be a long night.
Earlier this evening I was at the baseball park helping with an event promotion. It was Special Needs Awareness at the Roadrunner Baseball game. My job was to hand out T-Shirts to the special needs people. This was more than I imagined it to be. They are called special needs but they are special spirits. I was emotionally moved by the joy a simple t-shirt brought. A smile and clap of glee as I placed the shirt in a hand.
I was standing outside in that 103 degrees handing out shirts and completely enjoying the spirit that surrounded me. Life is full of joy!
Earlier this evening I was at the baseball park helping with an event promotion. It was Special Needs Awareness at the Roadrunner Baseball game. My job was to hand out T-Shirts to the special needs people. This was more than I imagined it to be. They are called special needs but they are special spirits. I was emotionally moved by the joy a simple t-shirt brought. A smile and clap of glee as I placed the shirt in a hand.
I was standing outside in that 103 degrees handing out shirts and completely enjoying the spirit that surrounded me. Life is full of joy!
Monday, August 3, 2009
GOLDEN BOYS
What a wonderful weekend I had in Park City! Hamilton started things off with a game on Thursday evening. Then we had 3 games on Friday and 4 games on Saturday. Isaac came along for the ride and Karamea spent Thursday and Friday with us. Soccer tournaments are so great! The Park City tournament is my favorite as we get to sit in the pristine tempuratures and beautiful scenery.
We invaded mom and dad's for 4 days but only really saw them for one . I loved the weekend with 4 of my children and beautiful weather.
We invaded mom and dad's for 4 days but only really saw them for one . I loved the weekend with 4 of my children and beautiful weather.
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