My realization

I have come to the conclusion or realization that "this" is just how it is. I can't begin to count how many times I've thought something along the lines of "I just need a break" or "when things calm down...". Yeah, I think I am going to die going 100 miles an hour and then get to the other side just to realize that I'm going to be put right to work there as well. I guess I might as well learn to love hard work and a long to-do list. It's not all bad by any means, but sometimes I really wish I did not have a care in the world for a little minute. Oh well, that's not why I am here so too bad for me!

How about a list of reasons that working hard and being busy is a good thing??

I tend to focus less on what my life is lacking
I feel good when I accomplish something
I don't have time to worry and stress
I sleep well after a long, busy day
I feel important and needed
The busier I am, the more I seem to get done (interesting phenomenon)
I don't have time to know what the Joneses have that I should be keeping up with
I don't feel guilty about how I spend my time

See, it's such a blessing. And honestly, aren't you all ridiculously busy all the time too? Like I said, that's just how it is!

Well, I'm off to bed. Tomorrow will be busy...again. :)

Making Spirits Bright

In an effort to fully enjoy this holiday season, I have decided to make sure I do at least one fun Christmas activity each day. Some might be big activities, some small, but they are all awesome! So far, this is what I have done this month...

1 - I played Christmas music with a friend (thanks, Juanita!)

2 - attended the famous Garland Faculty Christmas Party (I now see why it's famous! Loved it!)

3 - watched Muppet Christmas Carol with Noah and Cassie

4 - curled up in a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate to watch The First Presidency's Christmas Devotional

(click here to watch the devotional, I highly recommend it!)

This week, I have much to look forward to!

5 - Fantasy at the Bay

6 - attend my ward Relief Society Christmas activity

7 - read a Christmas story

8 - wrap presents

9 - attend my ward Christmas party

10 - spend the afternoon in Salt Lake with Dale

11 - have dinner with my family

I can only plan a week at a time, so that's what I have for now! I am excited to make sure I don't let the season slip by without taking time to enjoy it.