Teegan teaching Family Home Evening.
Her topic was service. She is the only one of the three kids that seems to enjoy being in charge of this activity. She loves being in charge and conducting. She called on people she wanted to pray, play piano, chose the songs etc. She gave a good lesson on how Christ served and how we should follow His example. We read scriptures about service. Then she had us all write down 7 ways to give service. We put our ideas in a big envelope to draw out during the week. Everyday each person is to draw out a paper and do that act of service. Very nice lesson. The lesson was great, but my favorite part was how Teegan used her long pointer finger stick (don't know what it is really called) to point to people when she wanted to call on them or when it was their turn to speak. This made me laugh inside. Thanks for the great lesson Teegan!
Grandma brings dinner
I loved it that my mom (Grandma) made bean soup from the leftover ham I made for Easter dinner. It was delicious, but most of all I loved how I didn't have to cook dinner. I love these occasional breaks from thinking of and making dinner. Grandma frequently joins us for Sunday and Monday dinner. It is nice to know that she feels comfortable and welcome in our home. We love having her. She often tells us how welcome she feels and that she is grateful. Tori especially has a great relationship with Grandma. She goes out of her way to give Grandma a hug every time she leaves. Grandma loves her hugs. She can always count on a hug or two at the door from Tori and Teegan. Tori has even been known to run out the door after her if she gets away without a hug. And on a rare occasion she gets a hug from Tyler too. We love Grandma!
Time with Tyler
Tyler must have had a bad day at school today. He doesn't talk much so it is hard to know what he is thinking sometimes. He is pretty quiet most of the time. He was grouchy, grumpy and overall miserable. He barked back in response to us and wanted to retreat to his room to be left alone. Ken tried to talk to him, but didn't get far from what I could tell, friend trouble is part of it I think. Tyler stayed in his room and didn't come down for FHE. I was concerned and knew that I needed to let Tyler know that I loved him. I asked him if he would come with me to run a little errand. At first he said no, but later said he would. We went to Target (he had asked if we could go there earlier). We made a quick stop at Walmart then went to Coldstone (One of our favorite treats!) I prayed in my mind for guidance to know what I could say to help Tyler. I asked him what was troubling him but he said he didn't want to talk about it. I don't know that I said anything of great significance, but I told him that I love him, that he is a great kid and that sometimes life is hard. I told him that he could come to Ken and I to talk about anything at anytime and we will just listen or try to help if he asks. I also told him that he can turn to Heavenly Father in prayer for help with anything. I asked if I was doing okay as a mom and what I could do to improve. He said just a handful of words the whole time, but I think he knew of my concern and love for him. My goal was to let him know that I love him, let him know that he can come to me with anything, and that life will be okay. I think I accomplished my goal. It is hard being a parent sometimes. I love my kids so much and never want to see them hurt. I am glad that I took this time to be with him and let him know that I love him. Because I really do.
Games
I really enjoyed watching my kids playing games together with their Aunt Emily and Uncle Eric. They played games at the kitchen table and outside on a blanket. This is one of their favorite things, especially Tori. Although I did not participate this time, I enjoyed watching them have fun, laugh and bond together. Good times!
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