What did you do in 2009 that you'd never done before? Participated in a Temple Celebration and Open House! The Youth Temple Celebration was an amazing experience, I was so grateful that our girls could be involved in it! Ryan and I also loved serving at the Open House of "our" Temple! 
Did you keep your New Years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
We made it to "DL", which has been my New Year Resolution for the past 4 years! I made many part year resolutions this year that I accomplished! I tried out dozens of new recipes for dinner and tried to increase/improve my scripture study time. I have a whole lotta others that were not kept so well too!!
I will make more {I always do}, I often make too many and then I get overwhelmed, so I am trying to simplify my goals this year. My SIL does a theme for the year, my mom and others are picking a word for the new year, I love both of those ideas, I am still formulating my plan!
Did anyone close to you give birth? Yes! I have a beautiful niece Sadie Jo! She has Ryan wrapped around her finger and he holds her every chance he gets! My friend Denni gave birth to a beautiful little angel, and many other friends were blessed with little ones!
Did anyone close to you die? I had a few patients pass away this year, one of which was a total shock.
What countries did you visit? Countries?!? I am thrilled to say that I left the state of Utah...twice!!! I know, I know, I'm a world class traveler now!!
What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009? Medical Insurance, more patience.
What was your biggest achievement of the year? We went to Disneyland!!! Seriously such a dream-come-true!
What was your biggest failure? I wasted a lot of time that could have been spent in more productive ways. At the end of this year, I let my pride get the best of me and had some resentment regarding a situation that I didn't feel was handled well. I always joke that I did not vote for agency in the great council, but I realized recently that when my agency is imposed on I get pretty testy, something I am still trying to work on!
Did you suffer illness or injury? Well I think I can count on my two little hands the number of days I didn't hurt, but I also realize that the amount of pain I have endured this past year is nothing compared to what many others experience on a daily basis. I hope that it has made me more compassionate, I know that it has made me more grateful. Grateful for my hubby who has endured so much and grateful for my good days!
What was the best thing you bought? Wow, this is a tough one! The best meal I bought (see I am my mother's daughter) was at the Craft Steakhouse in Vegas....divine!
My best recent purchase was a warm, comfy velour sweat suit (did I actually just admit to that???) that I wear way too often!!
Oh, by far my best purchase hands down this year was my family pictures! I finally have them all hung and they make me smile every time I walk by them (I have to straighten them every time I walk by them too - oh well!) They were just what I wanted!
Whose behavior merited celebration? Many people's did, there's not time to document all the wonderful people whose lives and actions are examples to me. Quickly I will just share 2 (again of many). My sister-in-law has blessed our lives immensely this past year. When Ryan was recovering from his brain tumor she would come out and clean our bathrooms weekly. When Ryan lost his job and I had to start working more she again came to clean the bathrooms 2x month AND would bring dinner for our families to share! Seriously, how blessed are we? I will not lie I loved having clean bathrooms, it was one less thing I had to worry about, but what I loved the very most was the relationships that my children developed with their cousins (who are all much older) and their aunts and uncles. I love that they know them so well, that they love them to death, and that they feel so loved too!
Ryan got really excited about the Steelers winning the SuperBowl!
I got excited to see the Youth Temple Celebration, the fact that I could still get up on a waterski, and the kids reactions on Christmas morning!
What do you wish you'd done less of? Spending time on the computer
How did you spend Christmas? We had a great Christmas! One of the highlights was being the Secret Song Santas to my grandma. All of my brothers and I and our families took turns leaving first a tree and then ornaments to go on the tree with a song to accompany it. Our mom and dad (who grandma lives with) didn't even know who was doing it which added to the excitement! On the last day Ryan dressed up as Santa and we all went and caroled to grandma - it was a fun little treat!
Did you fall in love in 2009? Yep, with these 4 little ones and 1 not so little one that I get the privilege of being with every day! I also fell more in love with my YW girls - they really are such wonderful girls and I love and adore them!
What was your favorite TV program? The Office (we are new followers) - okay this is probably not my favorite program, but I love how much Ryan loves it and it might be the only show I watch so that kinda clinches the deal!
What was the best book you read this year? Goose Girl (Shannon Hale)! Loved it, and liked the second one too (Enja Burning). I need to get started on the third one!
What was your greatest musical discovery? Yiruma! He is a Korean piano composer whose music is amazing! It instantly calms me, Ryan downloaded a few of my favorite songs on his itunes and every now and then will put it on for me in the mornings when I am getting ready and it always makes me smile! Two of my favorite songs are Dream and Kiss the Rain!
What was your favorite film of this year? I Loved Blind Side!
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you? I am 36 years young!! I went out to breakfast with Lizzy and Jeanette (a treasured tradition) - they spoiled me rotten with all sorts of fun gifts! In case anyone is interested we went to our new favorite spot, The Red Rooster Waffle House in Jordan Landing! We looove it and collectively agree that the Florentine Waffle is our favorite! That night my plans changed last minute and so my mom drove us out take out dinner (Thai salad from TGIF's - yeah so my mother's daughter I can remember what I ate - yikes!) That night Karen, and Katena, and I went out to the opening night of This is It (Michael Jackson Movie)! I am not a fan (not even a tiny bit, although I did moonwalk in 5th grade often), but Karen is a huge fan {obsessed}! Karen and I share the same birthday so it was her birthday treat!! The show was actually good and the company wonderful!
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009? Pathetic.. seriously!
What kept you sane?
Ryan, girlfriends, the scriptures, and promptings and assurances from the Spirit!
Did you keep your New Years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?We made it to "DL", which has been my New Year Resolution for the past 4 years! I made many part year resolutions this year that I accomplished! I tried out dozens of new recipes for dinner and tried to increase/improve my scripture study time. I have a whole lotta others that were not kept so well too!!
I will make more {I always do}, I often make too many and then I get overwhelmed, so I am trying to simplify my goals this year. My SIL does a theme for the year, my mom and others are picking a word for the new year, I love both of those ideas, I am still formulating my plan!
Did anyone close to you give birth? Yes! I have a beautiful niece Sadie Jo! She has Ryan wrapped around her finger and he holds her every chance he gets! My friend Denni gave birth to a beautiful little angel, and many other friends were blessed with little ones!
Did anyone close to you die? I had a few patients pass away this year, one of which was a total shock.
What countries did you visit? Countries?!? I am thrilled to say that I left the state of Utah...twice!!! I know, I know, I'm a world class traveler now!!
What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009? Medical Insurance, more patience.
What was your biggest achievement of the year? We went to Disneyland!!! Seriously such a dream-come-true!
What was your biggest failure? I wasted a lot of time that could have been spent in more productive ways. At the end of this year, I let my pride get the best of me and had some resentment regarding a situation that I didn't feel was handled well. I always joke that I did not vote for agency in the great council, but I realized recently that when my agency is imposed on I get pretty testy, something I am still trying to work on!
Did you suffer illness or injury? Well I think I can count on my two little hands the number of days I didn't hurt, but I also realize that the amount of pain I have endured this past year is nothing compared to what many others experience on a daily basis. I hope that it has made me more compassionate, I know that it has made me more grateful. Grateful for my hubby who has endured so much and grateful for my good days!
What was the best thing you bought? Wow, this is a tough one! The best meal I bought (see I am my mother's daughter) was at the Craft Steakhouse in Vegas....divine!
My best recent purchase was a warm, comfy velour sweat suit (did I actually just admit to that???) that I wear way too often!!
Oh, by far my best purchase hands down this year was my family pictures! I finally have them all hung and they make me smile every time I walk by them (I have to straighten them every time I walk by them too - oh well!) They were just what I wanted!
Whose behavior merited celebration? Many people's did, there's not time to document all the wonderful people whose lives and actions are examples to me. Quickly I will just share 2 (again of many). My sister-in-law has blessed our lives immensely this past year. When Ryan was recovering from his brain tumor she would come out and clean our bathrooms weekly. When Ryan lost his job and I had to start working more she again came to clean the bathrooms 2x month AND would bring dinner for our families to share! Seriously, how blessed are we? I will not lie I loved having clean bathrooms, it was one less thing I had to worry about, but what I loved the very most was the relationships that my children developed with their cousins (who are all much older) and their aunts and uncles. I love that they know them so well, that they love them to death, and that they feel so loved too!
{yep - she even smiles while she cleans!}
Another instance was a small action, but it brought me immeasurable peace during a difficult situation. My VT called to check in on things because she was aware of the situation and offered to fast with me. I had been praying my guts outs, but had failed to take advantage of the fast. It humbled me immediately to be invited to do so and I believe the resolve to do so brought peace and strength. On the day I was too fast, the situation resolved very quickly and much better than anticipated. Instead of fasting for strength and courage, I was able to fast and express my gr attitude to the Lord. I called my VT so that she would not have to fast on my behalf , but was once again impressed and humbled as she chose to fast with me in an expression of gratitude for the tender mercies that I had received.
{That is my Visiting Teacher on the right}
I am truly surrounded by amazing, wonderful people!
What song will always remind you of 2009? "I've Got a Feeling" because it is Heather's and some of my patients' ring tones!! I also have a whole new appreciation for the music from Wicked after seeing the show this year!
What do you wish you'd done more of? Slept ;), one on one time with the kids, and more date nights with Ryan.
Where did most of your money go? I don't know because I don't have to pay the bills anymore - yeah!!
What did you get really, really, really excited about? The
kids got really excited about Disney Land, flying on an airplane, and meeting Miley Cyrus!
{That is my Visiting Teacher on the right}I am truly surrounded by amazing, wonderful people!
What song will always remind you of 2009? "I've Got a Feeling" because it is Heather's and some of my patients' ring tones!! I also have a whole new appreciation for the music from Wicked after seeing the show this year!
What do you wish you'd done more of? Slept ;), one on one time with the kids, and more date nights with Ryan.
Where did most of your money go? I don't know because I don't have to pay the bills anymore - yeah!!
What did you get really, really, really excited about? The
kids got really excited about Disney Land, flying on an airplane, and meeting Miley Cyrus!
Ryan got really excited about the Steelers winning the SuperBowl!
I got excited to see the Youth Temple Celebration, the fact that I could still get up on a waterski, and the kids reactions on Christmas morning!
What do you wish you'd done less of? Spending time on the computer
How did you spend Christmas? We had a great Christmas! One of the highlights was being the Secret Song Santas to my grandma. All of my brothers and I and our families took turns leaving first a tree and then ornaments to go on the tree with a song to accompany it. Our mom and dad (who grandma lives with) didn't even know who was doing it which added to the excitement! On the last day Ryan dressed up as Santa and we all went and caroled to grandma - it was a fun little treat!
Did you fall in love in 2009? Yep, with these 4 little ones and 1 not so little one that I get the privilege of being with every day! I also fell more in love with my YW girls - they really are such wonderful girls and I love and adore them!
What was your favorite TV program? The Office (we are new followers) - okay this is probably not my favorite program, but I love how much Ryan loves it and it might be the only show I watch so that kinda clinches the deal!
What was the best book you read this year? Goose Girl (Shannon Hale)! Loved it, and liked the second one too (Enja Burning). I need to get started on the third one!
What was your greatest musical discovery? Yiruma! He is a Korean piano composer whose music is amazing! It instantly calms me, Ryan downloaded a few of my favorite songs on his itunes and every now and then will put it on for me in the mornings when I am getting ready and it always makes me smile! Two of my favorite songs are Dream and Kiss the Rain!
What was your favorite film of this year? I Loved Blind Side!
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you? I am 36 years young!! I went out to breakfast with Lizzy and Jeanette (a treasured tradition) - they spoiled me rotten with all sorts of fun gifts! In case anyone is interested we went to our new favorite spot, The Red Rooster Waffle House in Jordan Landing! We looove it and collectively agree that the Florentine Waffle is our favorite! That night my plans changed last minute and so my mom drove us out take out dinner (Thai salad from TGIF's - yeah so my mother's daughter I can remember what I ate - yikes!) That night Karen, and Katena, and I went out to the opening night of This is It (Michael Jackson Movie)! I am not a fan (not even a tiny bit, although I did moonwalk in 5th grade often), but Karen is a huge fan {obsessed}! Karen and I share the same birthday so it was her birthday treat!! The show was actually good and the company wonderful!
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009? Pathetic.. seriously!
What kept you sane?
Ryan, girlfriends, the scriptures, and promptings and assurances from the Spirit!
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most? Well, since I haven't seen New Moon yet I can't fancy Jacob yet :), so I better go with
Ryan Reynolds (The Proposal and 2 Guys, A Girl, and a Pizza Place)What political issue stirred you the most? Healthcare Reform, yeah it scares me to death! I have a husband who has health issues and the industry is our bread and butter sooo yeah, I'm very nervous about the whole situation!!
Who do you miss? I still miss MaryAnn terribly, grateful that her family is being taken care of though! I miss my grandpa! I also miss Jory, Julie K., Amy, and extended family!
What date from 2009 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Gracie was baptized on December 5, 2009! It was such a special day for her and for our family! She had asked her brother to speak and me to lead the music! But when Parker realized how many people were going to be at the baptism he became too nervous, so I got to speak and Gracie's cousin Abby led the music! It was so cute after she was immersed in the water she came up with a pretty shocked look on her face as she was walking up the stairs leading out of the font she exclaimed, "Well, I am never going to do that again!" We had a wonderful day celebrated with family and friends. Gracie's grandpa and Abby's husband, Steve, helped make an amazing video for Gracie of her life (her Aunt Marci is her favorite singer and sings a song on the video as an accompaniment)!
Who do you miss? I still miss MaryAnn terribly, grateful that her family is being taken care of though! I miss my grandpa! I also miss Jory, Julie K., Amy, and extended family!
What date from 2009 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Gracie was baptized on December 5, 2009! It was such a special day for her and for our family! She had asked her brother to speak and me to lead the music! But when Parker realized how many people were going to be at the baptism he became too nervous, so I got to speak and Gracie's cousin Abby led the music! It was so cute after she was immersed in the water she came up with a pretty shocked look on her face as she was walking up the stairs leading out of the font she exclaimed, "Well, I am never going to do that again!" We had a wonderful day celebrated with family and friends. Gracie's grandpa and Abby's husband, Steve, helped make an amazing video for Gracie of her life (her Aunt Marci is her favorite singer and sings a song on the video as an accompaniment)!
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