Tuesday, November 29, 2011
NEw LiFe
I have two new baby Nephews and I am soooo happy!!! I don't have any pictures so sorry, get them from their mothers.
Friday, November 11, 2011
11/11/11
Despite the coolness date, this day has much more to offer. Two things actually. First today is the birthday of a dear brother of mine and I would like to wish him a very Happy Birthday. Deek you are such an incredible person and a wonderful brother. I have already written you a more personal letter so this is just to wish you publicly the best of days and to say thank you and that I love you.
Second today is a day to honor the men and women who have so selflessly laid down their lives to protect this country and give us the freedoms that we enjoy everyday. A scripture that goes so well with this day is John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." How many of us are noble and selfless enough to sacrifice so much for not only loved ones but for strangers and some who are unappreciative. With the nature of war today, those back home are not always as involved as they were in say WWII. It is more of something we hear on the news instead of something that surrounds us in every aspect of our lives. Our support doesn't come for giving up material goods so that the soldiers can eat or can have good clothing but we still can and must support the troops in other ways. Giving them the respect they deserve, not blaming them for wars that have been fought and the destruction that wars bring. There are so many things we can do. And so today I salute you incredible people and have feeling of gratitude in my heart because I have been blessed to live here in this beautiful country. Thank you, may God bless you and be with you.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
GoOD QuOtE
I just liked these quotes....
"The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen." -Elizabeth Ros
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." ~ Dr. Seuss
"The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen." -Elizabeth Ros
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." ~ Dr. Seuss
Sunday, October 30, 2011
My LIttLe BuTterCuP
Well Halloween is here and what is it without the classic Harbertson's Halloween party at Kristen's and Scott's house. This year we went all out with Sean's brilliant idea of being the Three Amigos and made our own customs-DI clothes, pirate hats, elmer's glue and a ton of glitter. Unfortunately we didn't have a camera so I only have a few pictures to post and you should all feel bad you don't get to see our lovely dance and Three Amigo chant or whatever it is called.
If I ever get more pictures or videos I will update it but no promises
OK also no judging on some of the pictures, they are what they are:)
If I ever get more pictures or videos I will update it but no promises
OK also no judging on some of the pictures, they are what they are:)
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Red Rover
So I heard I really cool analogy today and I wanted to share it but in my own way
Think back to grade school and all the fun times at recess you had playing sports, tag, hopscotch, jump rope etc.
Now do you remember playing red rover and wishing with all your might that you would be picked to run across the void and smash through the other lines gripping arms?
Or maybe the times when you thought your hands would fall off because of how tight you were gripping someone else hand, hoping that if they chose you to run through that you would be strong enough to stop them and in turn have them join your team...
Ok now think of all the times you have thought to yourself that you are fighting a loosing battle, that there are too many forces working against you and that your side is too small to withstand the pressures of the world.
Have you got those in your mind?
Now over lap the memories of the red rover game and all those doubtful times and see where things line up.
Just like in the game of red rover, it doesn't matter what side is longer or shorter. What matters is which side is stronger and can hold the line.
Are we strong enough to break through the opposing line's gripping hands
Are we strong enough to withhold the opposing line's offensive attacks
We must stand firm with those who share our beliefs, our values and our faith
We must hold the line, grasping firm to one another, sharing strength, power, giving all we can and then some
We must stand up to the longer opposing line, trusting that our strength will be sufficient enough to help protect us and to help add to our own line as we show those who may attack us, who we are, what we are made of and what we believe in.
Though the world's line may be longer, it is growing weaker as its people have less to stand for, to fight for, to live for
Join the shorter, but stronger side. Hold firm to your values, your morals, your faith
And though you may be weaker in some areas, just know that the savior is right there, holding your hand, making up the difference
We will continue to be strengthen as all as we Stand firm, Hold firm and Remain firm....continue to....
Hold the Line
Think back to grade school and all the fun times at recess you had playing sports, tag, hopscotch, jump rope etc.
Now do you remember playing red rover and wishing with all your might that you would be picked to run across the void and smash through the other lines gripping arms?
Or maybe the times when you thought your hands would fall off because of how tight you were gripping someone else hand, hoping that if they chose you to run through that you would be strong enough to stop them and in turn have them join your team...
Ok now think of all the times you have thought to yourself that you are fighting a loosing battle, that there are too many forces working against you and that your side is too small to withstand the pressures of the world.
Have you got those in your mind?
Now over lap the memories of the red rover game and all those doubtful times and see where things line up.
Just like in the game of red rover, it doesn't matter what side is longer or shorter. What matters is which side is stronger and can hold the line.
Are we strong enough to break through the opposing line's gripping hands
Are we strong enough to withhold the opposing line's offensive attacks
We must stand firm with those who share our beliefs, our values and our faith
We must hold the line, grasping firm to one another, sharing strength, power, giving all we can and then some
We must stand up to the longer opposing line, trusting that our strength will be sufficient enough to help protect us and to help add to our own line as we show those who may attack us, who we are, what we are made of and what we believe in.
Though the world's line may be longer, it is growing weaker as its people have less to stand for, to fight for, to live for
Join the shorter, but stronger side. Hold firm to your values, your morals, your faith
And though you may be weaker in some areas, just know that the savior is right there, holding your hand, making up the difference
We will continue to be strengthen as all as we Stand firm, Hold firm and Remain firm....continue to....
Hold the Line
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Sunday, September 11, 2011
"Waiting on the Road to Damascus"
Have you every found yourself waiting too long on the road to Damascus
Or that a miraculous event would make all the doubt go away and bring a brighter future
What we forget when these thoughts and feelings arise is that the Lord has a plan for each of us
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
When we lose our way, we feel like just sitting down and waiting for the mighty miracle to happen
We forget that faith usually comes by the things that we do
We come to know Christ and the truths he teaches by "small and simple things"
We "personally receive a divine portrait of the Master, although it most often comes in the form of a puzzle--one piece at a time."
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
The Miracle that Paul witnessed would not have meant anything if he hadn't replied "Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?"
It is what we do with the life and trials that are given to us that defines who we are
It is the actions words that give this life meaning- reading, obeying, praying, learning, teaching and serving...
And as we act we come to recognize the answers and blessing that the Lord gives to us
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
By acting we become the example to the world that the Lord would have us be
"The most effective way to preach the gospel is through example"
By acting we learn and become stronger
We answer prayers and receive answers to prayers
Life will become full of thanksgiving and not missed opportunities
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
"Let us strive to be among those whom the Lord can rely on..."
"Brothers and sisters, dear friends, let us not wait too long on our road to Damascus.
Instead, let us courageously move forward in faith, hope and Charity,
And we will be blessed with the light we are all seeking upon the path of true discipleship..."
Act and believe upon the road to Damascus
-"Waiting on the Road to Damascus" by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, April 2011 Conference
Have you ever found yourself lost in the rush of the world
Full of questions and doubts, wondering what the future holds and whether or not you can handle it
Have you ever thought that answers should come the instant you asked the questionOr that a miraculous event would make all the doubt go away and bring a brighter future
What we forget when these thoughts and feelings arise is that the Lord has a plan for each of us
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
When we lose our way, we feel like just sitting down and waiting for the mighty miracle to happen
We forget that faith usually comes by the things that we do
We come to know Christ and the truths he teaches by "small and simple things"
We "personally receive a divine portrait of the Master, although it most often comes in the form of a puzzle--one piece at a time."
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
The Miracle that Paul witnessed would not have meant anything if he hadn't replied "Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?"
It is what we do with the life and trials that are given to us that defines who we are
It is the actions words that give this life meaning- reading, obeying, praying, learning, teaching and serving...
And as we act we come to recognize the answers and blessing that the Lord gives to us
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
By acting we become the example to the world that the Lord would have us be
"The most effective way to preach the gospel is through example"
By acting we learn and become stronger
We answer prayers and receive answers to prayers
Life will become full of thanksgiving and not missed opportunities
Do not wait too long on the road to Damascus
"Let us strive to be among those whom the Lord can rely on..."
"Brothers and sisters, dear friends, let us not wait too long on our road to Damascus.
Instead, let us courageously move forward in faith, hope and Charity,
And we will be blessed with the light we are all seeking upon the path of true discipleship..."
Act and believe upon the road to Damascus
-"Waiting on the Road to Damascus" by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, April 2011 Conference
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