Mothers who Know

https://www.lds.org/liahona/2007/11/mothers-who-know?lang=eng

I always loved the talks given by Julie B. Beck, but as I read through this one for my lesson prep, I was given the answer to a prayer I have carried in my heart.  The answer was this, "wise mothers who know are selective about their own activities and involvement to conserve their limited strength in order to maximize their influence where it matters most."

I know that I have very limited strength, and I know that I have to limit my own commitments BUT I am terrible at actually putting this in to practice.  However, when I read this talk, my priorities fell in to place.

Thank you Sister Beck!

Handsome boys

I stepped out of the door last Sunday and looked at Esaias and Nathan as they walked alongside me to the car, and I just had to take a picture and reflect on how blessed I am to have such handsome, healthy and smart boys.

 How beautiful is this bench? Caitlin and I found it while on a walk.  I can't believe such a beautiful bench has been allowed to get all covered in weeds...Lifestyle project 2014 I think!

 Phineas enjoyed his second haircut and looks much better for it!  He also started to cut his 3rd tooth through yesterday.  He is getting so big, so fast!

And finally, Caitlin spent this morning making a bug hotel at school for her Lifestyle project.  I am so glad the hot weather held off this morning so we could get plenty done without melting!

Summer days

Our new family picture 2013