Friday, February 13, 2009

My Valentine


My Valentine came into my world with a smile and a song - well, lets say that it was "singing" that brought me my Valentine. A young man newly returned from his mission, joined the institute choir to "meet people." He decided that the choir just "wasn't for him," and went to tell the director he was quitting. Well - things happen for a purpose - isn't that what they say? The director was so glad to see the young man as he wanted to ask him a question - "Would you be the choir president?" Now how could the young man say no - Enter stage right - a young woman who loves the choir and ends up sitting next to the young man as they go on tour in Southern Utah to sing. And let's say, the rest is history.
I look at who I am today, and reflect upon how much I owe my Valentine for helping me be that person I am. Self esteem is an interesting part of the human psyche - my real sense of self esteem blossomed as my Valentine entered my world. Here was a person who loved me, adored me and cherished me - I was in awe - and remain in awe that someone loves me so. I have been loved, I have been cared for, my needs have been met, my life has been enriched, I have been encouraged to dream and allowed to reach out and touch those dreams. I have had ultimate joy and such security - all due to my Valentine.
He honors his Priesthood, loves the Lord, serves the Lord, has great faith, is a wonderful husband, a kind and dear father, and most of all, he is MY VALENTINE and will be FOREVER!















Sunday, February 1, 2009

Come Fly With Me!

Saturday morning, a beautiful day the phone rings. . . .what does it bring? Dr. Jones is going flying and invites Mark and I along. Certainly an offer one can't refuse!
The beautiful Blues

We flew over Canyonlands - it was spectacular!

So many mesas and canyons and gorgeous rock formations.

My Pilot!
Do you want to fly it? Mark said, You bet!
He flew us for about 1/2 an hour.
He was a great pilot!

The Henry Mountains in the distance.

The confluence of the Green River and Colorado River.
Lake Powell via the air!

The Bears Ears - Up close and personal!

Come back down to Blanding - Can you find our house?

Safe back on the ground again - home sweet home!
We had a beautiful ride, thanks to Dr. Jones for such a gracious, thoughtful gesture!