Some Conference Thoughts and a Few Pictures

Every once in awhile I like to reminisce by going through old posts on this little blog of ours. Looking back on some of the things about our life that I've recorded always makes me happy and grateful for my life. It's something that I really want to keep up on because I know it will be more meaningful as the years pass by and my memories of these times start to fade. Plus, my kids LOVE go back and reminisce with me, which is really fun and reminds me that to me it's worth the time and effort it takes to write these memories down. So here are a few snapshots and thoughts of our current life. 

If Nathan isn't on my hip, he can often be found right here, at my feet, pleading to be held. My biceps are getting stronger and stronger everyday while upholding these 27 lbs of chub. 

He loves a good post-nap snuggle. With three older siblings that also need attention, moments like this don't happen as frequently as we would like. 

The Gilbert Temple at sunrise. I completely underestimated how much I would love being so so close to a temple. We lived for 7 years being a 2+ hour drive and now we are literally minutes. I love it. The kids love to point it out as we are driving around town. 

Davis and his puffer fish mask. This guy is my constant sidekick during the day and I must confess that I spoil him more that I ever did with his older siblings. He is a master negotiator and will try to sweet talk his way into getting what he wants. It usually works. 

This girl! I am so thankful for her. She and I have to stick together, being in a house full of boys and all. Her happy disposition brings so much fun into our family. 

This kid and his selfies. He is growing up so fast. I spend more time worrying about whether or not I'm raising him right than all the other kids combined. 

Ah, Nater, our anguished toddler. This is his signature angry face. He wears it a lot lately and can change moods at record speed.  

General Conference this past weekend was stellar. As per usual, Elder Holland's message was one of the most memorable for me. I particularly loved how he said "we obtain a remission of our sins by pleading to God who compassionately responds. But we retain a remission of our sins by compassionately responding to the poor who plead to us." Such powerful words and so much to think about. I also really liked Elder Jorg Klebingat's talk. Did he lay down the law or what? I appreciate straightforward messages like his. This morning I listened to President Uchtdorf's message from the Priesthood session and I was blown away---quite possibly one of my favorite conference talks of all time. His comparing Christ's apostles at the last supper to us as Christ's disciples is so powerful. So much food for thought to ponder for the next six months. I am so thankful for living prophets to help us navigate this life.