Blondes vs. Brunettes

It's official ~ guys prefer blondes over brunettes. You know when it comes from your own son at the ripe old age of 5, it can't be misunderstood! :) Our conversation yesterday after school:

Me: What did you do at school today?

Jeron: Evelyn and I stamped with letters.

Me: Evelyn? That's a pretty name.

Jeron: I like her.

Me: Ya? I like her name.

Jeron: I like HER.

I laughed. "So why do you like Evelyn?"

Jeron: She has yellow hair. I like girls with yellow hair. They're the cutest.

Me: Don't you like girls with brown hair?

Jeron: I like yellow hair like Evelyn's. She's the cutest.

Me: My hair is kind of yellow right now, but it's brown sometimes too.

Jeron: Ya, you're the cutest too. You and Evelyn are the two cutest.

I laughed again. "You know, girls with brown hair are cute too. Don't you have any friends with brown hair?"

Jeron: Ya, but I like yellow the best. Like Kayla (his cousin.) And Evelyn. I like her. He pauses and thinks for a minute, then cocks his head . . . "Evelyn has a really cute voice." (almost to himself)

I just laughed, trying not to be too worried that my 5 year old is already contemplating the sound of little yellow-haired Evelyn's voice .... at 5 years old, it starts!! :o)

What Matters Most

I have been feeling so very grateful for my little family lately, and at the same time, feeling how quickly time passes us by, and wanting to be able to spend more time with my sweet children. This video was such a good reminder to remember what matters most, and to spend our time on the important things in our lives, mainly our family and loved ones. Lately I have been very busy, and while I feel blessed to be able to have recently found avenues of earning income during a difficult time for our family, as well as to pursue my interests and improve my talents, I have also felt the need to become more organized, and to make sure that the most important things are priorities in my life.

There is a quote that has hung in my bedroom since I was a teenager, and I have often reflected on it. "When we put God first, all other things fall into their proper place or drop out of our lives. Our love of the Lord will govern the claims for our affection, the demands on our time, the interests we pursue, and the order of our priorities." ~ President Ezra Taft Benson. I know this to be true, and I can feel such a difference in the home when we are following this counsel, and putting Heavenly Father and the gospel first. I know that as I strive to follow the Lord and re-prioritize my life, that Heavenly Father will bless me to manage my time and current demands, and that the unimportant things will drop out of my life. Although I have great room for improvement :), I know that as I work to always make Heavenly Father first in our home that I will be able to spend time on the most important things, and with those that matter most. :) I love my little family so very much, and will strive to work harder at telling them more often, not only in word but in deed ...

Kindergarten Kid

Jeron is officially a Lil Rebel! I am a little late in posting these, but Jeron has started kindergarten and he absolutely loves it!! :o) His teacher says that he is doing great in class, and listens well. Jeron loves making new friends and learning new things!! And of course he loves recess. I went to talk to his teacher one day and said hello to him on the playground and he says, "Hi Mom! We're chasing girls, bye!" :o) I was a little anxious about having him go full days, but he is doing so well and seems to be loving it! He has been a tad cranky sometimes after coming home, but I am sure that is normal and he will adjust soon enough. Right?! :o)






It was hard to walk out of the school and leave him behind, and I was very surprised that I did not cry. I always thought I would, but I think seeing him so ready to be there and willing to learn helped ease my anxiousness. I have to admit though, I am still sad about him being gone all day, and 3 o'clock simply does NOT come fast enough!! But then again, having two other kids to take care of does help pass the time. Jocelyn of course misses her brother, and wants to go along with him to school. A few more years, Jocie. Stay home and keep Mommy company! :o) I can't believe my little Jeron is 5 already and a kindergartener. He is growing up so fast, and is such a sweet helper. Another thing I miss at home! :) But I am glad that he is getting the stimulation and learning that he needs to help his restless body and growing mind. :) Why can't kids just stop growing?! :)

And here are a few recent pics of Jocie - she is just too cute so I had to include them!

Thank You

Thank you everyone, for your heartfelt comments and support, I appreciated it so much. Although it has been a very difficult time for our family, I know that with continued faith and the sincere prayers offered by our family and others in our behalf, that things will work out for the best. I am very grateful for all of our kind friends and family, and it makes it so much easier to go through trying times ... Thanks again for all of your love and support. We love you all. :o)