Today was Emily's first day in Young Women's and I had the privilege of introducing her to all the girls. This is what a proud mother has to say about her daughter:
Today I have the opportunity to introduce you to someone very special to me. This is Emily and she just turned 12. her favorite food is lasagna. Let me tell you a little about Emily. She is in the 6th grade at Enterprise middle school where she is Explorers " student of the month". She is smart and loves to read books. I asked her about how many books she's read and its probably hundreds. Emily loves to sing and is learning to play 3 instruments; The violin, Clarinet & the Piano. She loves the symphony. She is also learning Irish Dancing. She loves to learn new things. She also likes to sew and do arts and crafts. BUT, don't let all that girly stuff fool you. Emily does have a wild side. She loves to play soccer, volleyball, snowboarding and Rock climbing. She loves hockey games, especially when the fights break out (they don't last long enough). One of Emily's most favorite things to do is go motorcycle riding with her dad. As you can see she is very well rounded. The best thing I love about Emily is that she is kind and cares about others. She loves to serve those in need. She loves the gospel and is always there prompting us to start FHE. Emily is ready for Young women's. I am excited to watch her learn more about the gospel and become a valiant Daughter of God. I m excited for her and I thank her for being such a wonder example to me. Emily Barkley.
As I watched Emily get her graduation certificate today I realized that my little girl is growing up and growing up fast. I am excited to see her grow and experience a new phase in her life, Being a Young Woman. I love you Emily, You will always be my little Boo Bear. Mom
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
FHE Night for the Holidays
If anyone needs a good FHE for the holidays heres a great new tradition to start. This will take a few weeks to do so plan. A great way to involve your kids in missionary work and service.
Supplies needed: lots of candy canes, a few of your favorite scriptures, decor scissors, hole punch, cardstock paper or scrapbook paper, glue sticks, ribbon, mailing boxes with padding & missionary addresses. You could probably do this in less days but are putting together about 200 candy canes.
#1 Spend a night finding having everyone find a couple of their favorite scriptures and then read them. Find scriptures that non-members could relate to.
#2 Moms/Dads will have to prepare during the week for the next FHE night. Type onto computer and print making in label size labels for each scripture found. Dont forget to put the scripture reference. Print on sheet of paper for the next FHE night.
#3 The second FHE night have Decor scissors and glue ready. Cut your label size scriptures and glue onto a heavier card stock or even scrapbook paper. Hole punch in corner
#4 Moms/Dads time to go get the candy canes.
#5 For the last FHE night attach the labels made to the candy canes using a ribbon or string. Then pack and send to the missionaries in the field.
This is another tool for them to use during the holidays. What a better way to leave a spiritual note to those who may not be ready to hear the Gospel. I look forward to sharing our favorite scriptures an pray it touches the hearts of those who are in need of spiritual guidance. The gospel is a wonderful gift.
Supplies needed: lots of candy canes, a few of your favorite scriptures, decor scissors, hole punch, cardstock paper or scrapbook paper, glue sticks, ribbon, mailing boxes with padding & missionary addresses. You could probably do this in less days but are putting together about 200 candy canes.
#1 Spend a night finding having everyone find a couple of their favorite scriptures and then read them. Find scriptures that non-members could relate to.
#2 Moms/Dads will have to prepare during the week for the next FHE night. Type onto computer and print making in label size labels for each scripture found. Dont forget to put the scripture reference. Print on sheet of paper for the next FHE night.
#3 The second FHE night have Decor scissors and glue ready. Cut your label size scriptures and glue onto a heavier card stock or even scrapbook paper. Hole punch in corner
#4 Moms/Dads time to go get the candy canes.
#5 For the last FHE night attach the labels made to the candy canes using a ribbon or string. Then pack and send to the missionaries in the field.
This is another tool for them to use during the holidays. What a better way to leave a spiritual note to those who may not be ready to hear the Gospel. I look forward to sharing our favorite scriptures an pray it touches the hearts of those who are in need of spiritual guidance. The gospel is a wonderful gift.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Its in the mail...
Sorry guys for taking so long getting the goods in the mail but..... Julie I was having too much fun wearing your Ughs, they are adorable!! Kohen I had to watch you Elmo movie over and over, IVE BEEN VERY GROUCHY!! Jer I had to rewash your shirt, Mark wore it to work and stretched it all out. JK everyone.. they have been packed, ready and waiting for me to get out of my PJ's. I think I got everything, Yours to Grandpa Bronec. OH Jason I think theres a shirt I sent to Stef thats yours. Love you & miss you all!!
Monday, November 10, 2008
My Heavenly father does love me!!
This weekend I was down for the count with a small cold I have been fighting. Sunday I woke up and I could not talk, I could bearly get a whisper out. It was terrible. So, Mark being the wonderful loving husband he is, gave praises to the Lord by saying,"my Heavenly Father does love me!!!" As I imagine Oh Blessed day in the back of his mind. He repeated " Kids, Heavenly Father really does love me. My prayers have been answered". He is such a silly goose. But it looks as if he is blessed man again today...
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
This last Week
This last week has been a very good one for the Barkley Family.
Tuesday Emily played in her first Orchestra concert. She plays the Violin and is doing very well. And then on friday, which is the best of all days, this is what happened!!!!
#1 ~ For those who know our original builder of our home has slapped a lawsuit against us. Did he have a great case?, not really. We have alot of evidence to point to why we could no longer have him as a builder. But nevertheless, we settled out of court as quick as possible to stop the incuring attorney fees and to move on with our lives. Going to court would have cost way more than the return we would get. I think we came out on top.
#2 ~ It was Halloween. As hecktick as it was, Emily said it was the best halloween ever. I would agree. About 4:00, the Jeremiah Barkley family arrived at the house. Of course I was already excited that they were here but this time they brought a suprise, as I walked up to the car I saw Stephanies pillow case, I thought thats odd, and lookd behind the pillow and there Stephanie was. The bestestedly suprise ever!! Of course we were all teary and hugged forever!!!! Emily went to dance. We arrived at the church just in time to go trunk or treating. This year I decorated the back of the Montero. It was fun and almost ran out of candy. After Trunk or treating the kids went trick or treating in the neighborhood. Came back to the house to have our traditional " Mom's Chili and an old classic halloween movie, This year it was " The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" One of the kids's favorite.
#3 ~ As most of you know Mark has been fighting high cholesterol for years, Since he was about 28. It really didn't matter what he ate hit would never go down. Once he even went on soy and salads for a good 6 months. He has tried several cholesterol medications and none really worked that great, maybe only lowering it a few points. Our new doctor here in Richland decided to try a new medication. And it worked. Lowering his cholesterol to the normal range. I was soo excited. This was the best news of the day!!! In fact of my life!!!! I want my husband to grow old with and to watch our grandbabies grow up.
On Saturday was the 3rd annual Barkley Murder Mystery. Stef wrot this one and it was great!! The setting , the characters, the script was all soo perfect. You'll have to check out her blog to see all the pic's. My camera is broken. :(
Thank you everyone for coming!! We look forward to the next get together.
Tuesday Emily played in her first Orchestra concert. She plays the Violin and is doing very well. And then on friday, which is the best of all days, this is what happened!!!!
#1 ~ For those who know our original builder of our home has slapped a lawsuit against us. Did he have a great case?, not really. We have alot of evidence to point to why we could no longer have him as a builder. But nevertheless, we settled out of court as quick as possible to stop the incuring attorney fees and to move on with our lives. Going to court would have cost way more than the return we would get. I think we came out on top.
#2 ~ It was Halloween. As hecktick as it was, Emily said it was the best halloween ever. I would agree. About 4:00, the Jeremiah Barkley family arrived at the house. Of course I was already excited that they were here but this time they brought a suprise, as I walked up to the car I saw Stephanies pillow case, I thought thats odd, and lookd behind the pillow and there Stephanie was. The bestestedly suprise ever!! Of course we were all teary and hugged forever!!!! Emily went to dance. We arrived at the church just in time to go trunk or treating. This year I decorated the back of the Montero. It was fun and almost ran out of candy. After Trunk or treating the kids went trick or treating in the neighborhood. Came back to the house to have our traditional " Mom's Chili and an old classic halloween movie, This year it was " The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" One of the kids's favorite.
#3 ~ As most of you know Mark has been fighting high cholesterol for years, Since he was about 28. It really didn't matter what he ate hit would never go down. Once he even went on soy and salads for a good 6 months. He has tried several cholesterol medications and none really worked that great, maybe only lowering it a few points. Our new doctor here in Richland decided to try a new medication. And it worked. Lowering his cholesterol to the normal range. I was soo excited. This was the best news of the day!!! In fact of my life!!!! I want my husband to grow old with and to watch our grandbabies grow up.
On Saturday was the 3rd annual Barkley Murder Mystery. Stef wrot this one and it was great!! The setting , the characters, the script was all soo perfect. You'll have to check out her blog to see all the pic's. My camera is broken. :(
Thank you everyone for coming!! We look forward to the next get together.
The hole in your Heart
Thought for the week. At a time in my life (age 40 :)) when I expected life to be at its best, It is. Today I have blinked. I know the people around me who love me and think of me as a good person and I love them. No longer will I be part of a broken record. I have a wonderful husband, children that we both share together and they love me. Life is too short to try to fix the problems that we know are unfixable. I like Dr. Lauras insight.
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