Here we go...

Alright I have started attempting my goals. First things first I haven't ran yet (I know I'm horrible!) I'm going to start tomorrow (what am I saying) I'm going to go running right after I type this. No more putting off to do things tomorrow when I can do them TODAY! I have no excuses except being lazy and wanting to sit here and eat these yummy chocolate covered raisins from Costco (something I thought I would hate but, tried because I won't say no to trying new things) I wish I would have said no actually because I found out I love them and now I want to eat them all the time. (Sorry random) just feeling guilty for eating so much chocolate!

I have written my letter of appreciation. This was really a fun thing to do. I sat back and really thought about people who have influenced me to become a better person throughout my life. It was nice thinking back on Church Leaders, Teachers, and Friends. The lady I wrote a letter to this month was a teacher I had in Elementary. This teacher influenced my life in so many ways! The things she taught me helped me through Jr High, High School, and College. Granted when she taught things she taught us in song (so yes I have sung my way through many a test) and will entertain groups of people singing the Capitals, States, Oceans, Presidents of the US, and oh yes all the countries in the world. Just try me. Her love for History, Geography, and the World as influenced me to become the person I am today. Thank you Mrs. Madsen!!!

So today I have spent most of my day working on my manuscript. Holy Cow this is a lot of work but, I am enjoying every minute of it! So this goal is in progress and will be for a really really long time. I want it to be perfect!

One of my goals this year was to make as many things as I could from scratch. I stopped buying bread from the store in December and starting making all the bread my family needed at home. It has been so much fun making the bread with all the kids. Desmond is my little chef! He loves to cook with me. Desmond also likes to eat! So I think he thinks if he is in the kitchen with me he might get a little taste. So Lately for a treat I have been making cinnamon swirl bread (which is Desmond's Favorite) The other morning I came into the kitchen to find Desmond up on the counter eating a entire loaf of bread (just like a piece of corn) I asked "what do you think you are doing?" He replies "Looking for the cinnamon" along side of Desmond he had opened a jar of jam and was dipping pieces of bread into it. Desmond had also grabbed a open can of Dr. Pepper from the fridge and was sipping that. Great way to start out the day full of carbs and caffeine. Needless to say we now have a lock on the fridge.

This week has been full of celebrations at our house! Each day with something new and exciting. I love planning these fun days for my family. I love teaching my kids about different cultures and events. Its fun to hear them ask when they wake up "What are we celebrating today?"

This is Kiks on Dr. Seuss Birthday

So Friday is Hoola Hoop Day (The Hoola Hoop made its National Debut in 1963 on March 5) I want to have a Hoola Hoop Party. Maybe with a Hoola Hoop Contest! Is anyone up for this?? It would be fun for all ages and all abilities. Lets Celebrate Hoola Hoops (and I want to participate in a Hoola Hoop Contest!)

Okay so cool! Karston wants to read the entire Book of Mormon before he gets baptized this year! He is already in Mosiah! I'm so lucky to have a good kid like Karst! He inspires me to read each day! Who knew, I wanted to be there to help my kids reach their goals. But, they are helping me reach mine! Thank you Karst

There is my update! Good Luck to all of you who are reaching and striving toward accomplishing your own goals! Let me know how your doing!