Winning

I really don't like missing general conference sessions, I feel like I miss out on so much even though I know I can always watch the videos tomorrow, or read the talks in just a couple weeks. But as I retweet quotes on Twitter from today's sessions, I can't help but get one out of my head.....

"Stay on the Lord's side and you will win every time."

- Elder Richard G. Scott

This is speaking, so powerfully to me tonight. I have been struggling a bit, just in a few different areas in my life right now, and I feel like this quote speaks to me. That it was meant just for me. That is why I love this gospel. It is SO powerful. And here's why:

And today, it was, "from a specific phrase" that was my answer. There is so much hate going on in the world. Everyone is so unkind and it really hurts. I just wish everyone could learn to love each other for who they are, not their actions, past, or what could happen, but loving them for who they are now. I know that if we do that, we will help them become who they can be; reaching their potential. I have never been one for confrontation, or speaking my mind on certain topics that can cause arguments/discussions with people that can end up as a negative thing, so I usually avoid it at all costs, but when I see it happen to people I truly care about... it hurts. I just want it all to stop.

I want the world to stop being filthy. I want it to stop being so dark, and confused. I just want the light again. I want happiness, and peace. I want things figured out that have seemed to be going on forever. I just want things to be right.

And my point to sharing this quote, is this...... I know that one day, the world will be right. The world will have everlasting happiness, and love will be the center. It will be clean and free from darkness. I know that because the Lord will be with us. All of us. When we are fighting on the Lord's side, we will always win. I know it. I stand as a witness. As I struggle with things, I know that as I remain close to the Lord, and choose Him to help me fight my battles, He will help me win; I WILL win. He is my best friend and He loves me unconditionally.

I'm so grateful for this love that the gospel brings me. So much comfort. This quote will go on with me during the next 6 months, and probably forever. I'm so grateful for conference. It can help anyone. I ask, that you tune in, even for a few minutes, if not longer, to listen to the words of our Prophet, and his beloved Apostles and other general authorities. They will help you. They will listen to the prayers of your heart, through revelation given by our Father in Heaven, who hears your every word.

In His Sacred Name, Amen.

9 Months Old!

This little sweetheart is 9 months old today!!! I can't believe he'll be 1 this summer. It saddens me because that means he'll be two soon which means Evan will be 3..... It's just sad. I wish my boys could stay little forever and they're not even my kids!!!

Evan was over last night for a bit, and tonight I get to play with this little warrior!! His parents got married on this very day 3 years ago!! I'm so grateful for their example! They're my best friends, and I love spending time with them, especially when it's the four of us!! They are such amazing parents to Sawyer and he is so lucky to have them!! They love him so very much.

Sawyer is the most loving baby ever. He can be a little hard when he cries, over the silly things, but what kid doesn't do that? I love when he snuggles. I love when he gives you that heart melting smile. He loves Brady and I'm pretty sure Brady loves him too! He holds Sawyer all the time and I love it! :) Sawyer is so cute when he talks, and is SO close to crawling. Sometimes I set his toys a little bit away from him so he has to come get it ;) I know, I'm so nice.

Anyway, this boy makes me smile so much. I'm so grateful to be his aunty! I love him very much and enjoy watching him grow!! Love you so much soyboy.

Oh, and happy anniversary to my sister and brother-in-law!!

The Year I Saved Easter

So basically, we didn't have an Easter. I didn't wake up to a basket full of sweets, nor did I get to find plastic eggs filled with more sweets. We didn't dye eggs colors, or help my nephew find eggs.

We didn't have eggs this year. But do not fear!! Luckily I was able to get some last minute candy the store had, and made an Easter morning possible. Hahaha, it was super cheap but fun. I think my nephew only cared about the candy, as did I. My cousin Riley had a farewell talk this morning, so we got all dressed up and headed out to hear him speak on this lovely Easter day. The weather has been perfect all day, in fact, I think at some point I said, "It is so hot!!" Which I never thought would happen.

We had Easter dinner at Brady's house, and opened eggs with a bill inside. Josie was the lucky winner and got the $50 bill! Brady and I both got $5. But hey.... that's five dollars richer than yesterday.

Now I'm home, enjoying the evening of my Easter Sunday, just wishing it was conference Sunday instead, and putting together engagement props... which are THURSDAY!!!! Yes, ladies and gents, we're getting professional pictures done on Thursday and I couldn't be more excited!! Our photographer has been so amazing, she deserves so much because of how hard she works. She's so passionate about what she does, and you can tell she actually cares about the people and capturing the moment instead of the networking, money and popularity. Check her page out here.... Have a good week :)

Young Women General Broadcast 2013

My cousin Skye invited me to the Young Women broadcast this Spring and I was so happy!! Her mom's stake was chosen to sing in the choir, and they did an amazing job!! We had really good seats. We sat 12 rows from the pulpit. I basically couldn't contain my excitement. In fact, you can ask my cousin, we basically ran into the conference room, were led in the wrong direction, and then had to walk quickly across the conference room and finally got seats in the front row of our section.

I've been to conference many times, but I've always sat in the terrace or the balcony. This was the first time sitting in the plaza section, and even this close. I've never been able to see their faces move physically. It was so neat!!! :) I loved every single minute of it. Sister Ann M. Dibb's talk was probably my favorite. She talked about standing in holy places (the YM theme) but she also talked about how moments in our lives can be holy places and I've never looked at it that way. We also got to ear from President Dieter F. Uchtdorf and he always does a great job! :) It was a beautiful day, and I'm so excited for General Conference next weekend!! It is seriously my favorite time of the year!! :)

I really miss young women's so much. I see all these young women; beehive's, miamaids, laurels, and it makes me think back on all my memories of when I was at their point in life. All their young hearts, yearning to stay close to the Lord. Sometimes I wish I could freeze time when I was their age. I felt so close to the Lord when I was their age, and even though I can be that close always, I miss it at times. I wish I could always stay in young women's. It was such a trying time for me, that I only wish to give back to those young women, to help them know life is hard but that we can learn to stay close to our Father in Heaven and that he will be there for us.

We are so lucky that we get to hear from our general authorities twice a year, and even more than that some times... I'm so blessed to be apart of this gospel. It brings me so much happiness. It brings me so much peace within all the commotions of the world. I love my Savior!!! :)

Thanks again Skye, I had so much fun!!

3 Months

3 Months left everyone :)

I'm getting so excited.
We have the Temple reserved. I have my endowments scheduled. We have our reception reserved. I picked my dress, picked out flowers. We just have all the little things to do like decorations, outfits for BM's and GM's, invitations.

We're taking our engagements on the 4th of April and I'm so excited! :) It's coming up so soon!! :)

We are just enjoying our time together as well. 1 more month left of school for me! I have a new job position and Brady still loves his very much. We actually work very close to each other, which is nice.

Anyway, it can't come soon enough.

Our Place

We finally made it back to Daybreak after 2 very long years. We spent every single day (well almost) of our summer here. Lots of walks, pictures, hanging with friends. It just became the spot we claimed as ours. It was my place for escape while Brady was gone. I'd often come here and read my scriptures, run the route, just sit and enjoy the sun, look at the gorgeous water... I love it so much.

It was fun to be there with him again, brought back so many memories of our dating days... Like how every time we went I would think about how much closer it was getting to him going on his mission. That was such a trying time for me, but I can't believe it's over now; how fast time went. It feels like his mission happened forever ago, and in reality, he's only been home about 4 months.

We only have 3 months and a few days before we're sealed together, and I'm so incredibly happy. I'm looking forward to that day, and we're both so excited.

I'm so grateful to have Brady. I love him so much :)

That's all for now folks.

Oh, and I got my Temple dress.

It's beautiful and I can't wait to wear it.

I Said Yes To The Dress!!

It happened.

I found my dress.

I SAID YES TO THE DRESS!

I'm so happy and I'm so excited.

I'm grateful for those who were there for me during this time. It was such a happy experience, much better than the first wedding store I'd been to. The place is Gowns by Pamela, and it's by appointment only so I was the only person there at the time, with the girl helping me and it was so nice because I didn't feel like I wasn't being taken care of.

They mix-match dresses instead of just one who dress so it was fun to try different tops with different bottoms, or matching stuff, different sashes... it was just so fun! :)

After we cheered, and hugged and took lots and lots of pictures, we finally made our way to the door to eat for dinner. We went to Village Inn and I had hot chocolate. It was yummy.

Very happy day.

No sneak peak :(

But you'll be happy because when you see me in it on my big day,
[hopefully] you'll see how pretty it is!