Easter Sunday

Growing up I never understood why Easter was not as big of a deal as Christmas. Without the things that happened on that Spring weekend thousands of years ago, there would be no need for Christmas. This is a beautiful reminder of the things our Savior did for us to save us all.

Dear Boys #8

Dear Shepherd's Pie, 

I would like to place an order for one serving of Shepherd's Pie.

   *100% real potatoes

   * extra cheese

   * hot and cooked all the way through

Also, I would like one serving delivered to Elise as well. 

Love, Jess

PS- Rush delivery on both of those.

Dear Cookie Monster, 

I don't know what else to do. 

I just don't have a glass of milk to go with your cookies.

Love, Jess

Dear Dr. Seuss, 

I am generally not a patient person and what little I have is starting to wear thin. 

I know I am not great at this whole "flirting" thing, but I am doing my best.

Any time now would be great.

Lots of love, Jess

Dear Boys, 

You gave us everything you had and more. 

Thank you for a great season. 

Next year will be grand!!

Love, Your biggest fan

Dear Future Husband, 

Start learning this song now.

It's my new favorite.

Love, Jess

Blessings of the Priesthood

I had a great reminder this week of the power of the priesthood and has been on my mind all week. I am so thankful that even though I don't live at home and am not married, and therefore do not live with someone who holds the priesthood, I can have access to the blessings it provides. I am thankful for the men in my life who hold this wonderful power and live lives that keep them worthy to exercise it.

The Blessing of the Priesthood- Elder Robert D. Hales

(This is from Paper Cakes and Icing Check out her great YW ideas)

Because I Believe

Our lesson in Relief Society today reminded me of this song. Enjoy!

Because I Believe

By: Jenny Phillips

I hear the mighty thunder as it echoes through the sky.
I watch the moon and stars shining in the night.
All of God's creations great and small
Testify that He is over all
His wonders truth burns in my soul
And with all my heart I want Him to know

I will walk the road less traveled
I will rise when others fall
And I will be a witness of His truth
I will answer when He calls me
With a life that's pure and clean
And I'll prepare to stand before Him because I believe

I know that every breath inside me comes from God above
And everywhere around me I feel the witness of His love.
I see the sky and feel the grass beneath my feet
And I'm amazed at all He's given me
With all my heart I know that He lives
And I want to give all my praise to Him

I will walk the road less traveled
I will rise when others fall
And I will be a witness of His truth
I will answer when He calls me
With a life that's pure and clean
And I'll prepare to stand before Him because I believe

I believe.

PS- I kind of like this idea of a spiritual post on Sunday's thing, but I can't think of a cute name for it (you know, like "Dear Boys," "Wednesday Wisdom," etc...) I am open to suggestions.

Dear Boys #7

Dear Dr. Seuss, 

Yes, please!! And soon...

Love, Jess

Dear Cookie Monster, 

I don't know about this...I really, really don't know about this.

Love, Jess

Dear Dead-man Walking, 

That three piece suit looked GOOD! You have my permission to wear it any time you wish.

Love, Jess

Dear Boys, 

I believe in you. Miracle wins for a miracle season!

Friends

I have thoughts I want to share, but they aren't very clear, so I apologize if this is...messy...

Sometimes I struggle with the whole "friends" thing. I like to think I am a very social person, but let's be honest, I'm really not. It takes a lot for me to talk to people I don't know very well and even once I get to know you, often times you don't see the real me. I have gotten really good over the years of fitting in where I need to, doing what I need to do/say for the situation (especially in Provo. I have never really felt like I "fit.")

This weekend I was given a very clear reminder that we all need friends in life. People who can see us for who we are and like us anyway. People who see the greatness in us and want to be with you. People who will laugh and joke and just have fun.

So, to all of you out there who have felt like me at one time or another, don't be afraid to just be you. People will like you. People will love you.