The Girl Who Lives Here...

...got her first "adult" ward calling.

Wait for it.....

Relief Society Music Coordinator.

The church is true. Amen.

Elijah Has A Job.

At some point in August, Elijah renewed his interest/obsession in making some money. He googled "jobs for 14 year olds" and soon discovered that he could apply with Provo City to referee flag football games.
"But, Elijah," we said, "You have never even played flag football."
"How hard could it be to learn the rules?" he poo-pooed.(Yes, that is a word)
He filled out an online application, clicked send, and that was the last we thought about it.
Until a few weeks later, when they called him.
For an interview. 
He was as cool as a cucumber.
He dressed in a white shirt and tie.
He got the job.
Lucky for him, he really doesn't need to know the rules.
He teaches"Smart Start" for 3 and 4 year olds. 
He teaches them how to hold a football, to toss it, and to run.
Not bad. He was excited to be earning a paycheck.
Until he lost his $300.00 retainer. 
Now his paychecks are mine.
Thank goodness for that day in August.

It's Been A Day And I Am Cranky.

Some clues I might need more sleep:

1) I made a horrible dinner then forced everyone to eat it.
 I didn't make a horrible dinner on purpose, it just turned out that way. I choked it down and so did everyone else. Except for Elijah who snuck a bowl of Raisin Bran. Are you understanding that Raisin Bran was better than what I made?

2) FHE. It was lovely. I planned a game centered around the temple to reinforce the temple dedication we have coming up on Sunday. I really believe I heard the Spirit warn: "It might not be a good idea to talk about the temple with the mood you're in." Yes indeed, Jeopardy became Family Feud.

3) And seriously, all afternoon I kept repeating the quote on Trilby's blog:"Always Be Kinder Than You Feel."
I couldn't. It just wasn't happening.


And so, I must get more sleep. My life is running on 6 hours or less each day and at 47, I am hearing the message loud and clear:  
It's not working.

My sincere apologies to my family today. I will try harder tomorrow.

Our Week In Review:

Alissa had a birthday (don't you love Kaitlyn's face?)...

Zac discovered his inner "Punisher" for black-out day at school...

Will was the first in his class to pass off all states and capitals...

Beth went to homecoming with her dress stuck in the car door...

We skyped with Michaela who is thoroughly enjoying her new BYU-I lifestyle...

And Elijah speared a cat while riding a dolphin with laser beams shooting out of its eyes.

And how was your week?

Timpview Homecoming 2012.

 

Christian and Bethany

 Getting this photo was like pulling teeth...

Much like finding the right dress...

and the right shoes...

Oh, Beth :)

Wisdom.

And Tonight We Ate the Other Half.