15 Books

I stole this from my friend Kelli. Don't take too long to think about it. Fifteen books you've read that will always stick with you. First fifteen you can recall in no more than 15 minutes.

My Fifteen books:
1. Book of Mormon-that might sound cliche, but truly no book has changed my life like this one has.

2. Nancy Drew Books-the first series I ever fell in love with as a kindergartner. I wanted to be her when I grew up.

3. Pride and Prejudice-Classic love story very reminiscent of real life and mistaken judgments.

4. The Outsiders-I read this in 9th grade English. A sort of coming of age book where you realize the world isn't all good.

5. Harry Potter Series-Brilliant. Period.

6. Lord of the Rings series-Classic good versus evil.

7. The Miracle of Forgiveness-I am actually not a lost cause. Who knew?

8. Wuthering Heights-loved it. Such complex characters.

9. The Monster at the End of This Book-This is the one that my kids wanted read the most for a whole year.

10. Oh the Places You'll Go-Dr. Seuss classic.

11. The Chronicles of Narnia-Such beautiful writing and very fun. I especially love the last part of the last book.

12. Who Moved My Cheese-very enlightening. Get it. Read it. Work it.

13. Rich Dad, Poor Dad-the reason I am a Capitalist today.

14. The Alchemist-so cool. That's all I can say.

15. The Old Testament-I was a youth Sunday School teacher for a year when we studied this. I was blown away by some of the amazing stories in there. I had never given it much of a chance before.

And The Winner Is.....

The charming Mrs. Kelli Booth! Way to go VP!

I will deliver your loot sometime this week.

Thanks for playing everyone!

A little bit late

I officially hit my 2 year blogiversary about 2 months ago. I couldn't believe I have been blogging that long! Or even more weird, that you have been listening to me that long!
In honor of your solidarity, I am doing a giveaway. I am not going to reveal what I am giving away but I promise it will be fabulous. All you have to do is leave me a comment to this question: What inspires you?
I will pick a winner in exactly 1 week!

Team Rocket Shots-Wasatch Back 2009

We had the best time this year! All of our friends in van #1 were first timers to the Wasatch Back and they rocked the house. Those of us in van 2 are now veterans in our second year ;) It was tough this year. They added some miles, it was raining for part of the time and just that whole exhaustion thing. But we were solid and we didn't give up despite hurt knees, upset tummys, and asthma attacks. No one could ask for a better team. We averaged a ten minute mile the whole way. And despite all of the pain and suffering associated with this race, I think everyone is still my friend.
My only goals this year were to 1) not throw up, 2) don't cry, 3) be nicer to Ross when he is trying to help me and 4) leave it all on the road, no regrets. I am happy to say I did all of that.
My mom even showed up with a big sign to cheer me on! (I almost cried then.) Thanks mom!
I love all of you guys! Thanks for letting me captain! You all inspire me to greatness.
GOOOOOOO ROCKET SHOTS!!!!!

If You Are A Hater, Then Beat It!

I grew up in the 80's and MJ was an icon for me. I remember listening to this "tape" over and over until it wore out. I remember watching him win grammy after grammy for it. I have moon walked, screamed, danced like a zombie and quite possibly grabbed my crotch a few times just to prove I had moves like him.

Not someone to pattern my life after but an icon never the less. Loved his music then and I still love it now.

I definitely think he was a misunderstood person. I hope he finds that happiness now that he always seemed to be looking for.

Happy Father's Day 2009

Happy Father's Day! What a great day to reflect on all those amazing men in my life that have been great father figures.

To Ross John- The. Best. Dad. Ever. I totally lucked out in this department. When I married him, I thought he would be a good dad but you just never know until you are there. He continues to amaze me in the parent department. All the things I lack, he more than makes up for. No boys on earth could possibly adore their dad more than mine do. We love you!

Glen- The perfect dad for me. Taught me to be strong and fight through adversity. Taught me to have unwavering faith. Taught me that nothing else matters as long as you have your family. Taught me to take the time to be silly and have fun. I think I get my sense of humor from him. I love you dad!

Dixon- The perfect father in law for me. I can't imagine not having him in my life. He has always made me feel like a rock star. I love that we can tease each other. I know that Ross treats me like a queen and the boys like gold because he learned to from you. I love you!

And most of all, my Heavenly Father. I know that my life and all that I have is a gift from you. I know that you love me.

Happy Father's Day to all of you. You make a difference.

Significance

I am having one of those moments in my life. I am not really in a funk, per se, I just don't feel that I am really making a difference. Don't get me wrong, I know I make a difference in the lives of Ross and the boys. I know they love me.

Sometimes I just don't really get where I fit into all the rest. There is nothing very extraordinary about me. I just do my thing and try to be nice and help out. But sometimes I get this longing for more.

It actually really bothers me that I feel like this at times. I know it's not all about me. And I know that this is my weakness. It's how Satan gets to me.

I guess I just hope for blue skies tomorrow and try to remember that inside, I KNOW whose I am.