Sometimes you have to face to fact that your getting old.

Last night I decided to get out and go to a birthday party at Classic Skating. I didn't know the boy who's birthday it was, but I knew a few of the people there.  I don't know what I was thinking putting those skates on. I went around the arena maybe 5 times if I'm lucky and took the skates back. I don't know what it is about being on wheels but it terrified me. I remember those days of being fearless I use to love going roller skating. Not so much anymore. I knew I was going to die. And those little kids were everywhere with no fear and thought of killing yourself as you splat to the ground. I'm glad I went though it was fun to meet new people and also run into a friend of a friend. Now I just need to keep going to parties so I can meet some more people. But I better be nice and keep my mouth shut. I need to learn to filter. Err oh well I guess you never have to guess what is on my mind.

As I was driving home from work today, I got to pondering about life and what it has blessed me with. I spent the weekend in Cedar with the whole family. I wouldn't have traded it for anything. Yes, the kids started testing my patience but I love them so much and they make me so happy. Jace got baptized and it was amazing to see him enter into the waters of baptism and then receive the Holy Ghost and become a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He is such an example for his cousins who will follow his footsteps and do the same. I hope and pray that each of them will stay true to the gospel. As I watched him be baptized it brought back a lot of memories of the mission and when I had the chance of sharing the gospel with my friends in Texas. How I hope and pray that each of them will remember that special day and find the true happiness of this life and feel the spirit in their lives. I love the gospel more than anything. And I'm glad I have such an amazing family. It was fun to just relax and enjoy each other.

I have 2 good friends who have lost a loved one this past week, and I think when this happens each of us stand back for a second and contemplate on life and where we are. I can honestly say I'm so grateful for the gospel and the plan of knowing that we can return to live with our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ, and that families are Eternal. I hope that my friends can find peace through the spirit of this great knowledge.

I have a friend who I met when I was a vendor working in the Wal-marts. I met him in Mesquite he is an older man around the age of 77. I adopted him as my grandpa since both of mine have passed away. I was talking to him the other day and he was asking the famous question everyone asks if I'm dating or married, and of course the answer is always no. He told me that if I don't get married in this life he will take me on as his second wife in the next. I told him that I would hope that he would want me to experience married life in this life. And he told me something that I will never forget which is something that I need to focus on and not dwell on the fact that I'm not dating or married, which I really am not doing, it would just be nice. Trust me people I like being single there are a lot of perks to it. The biggest is you get a nap whenever you want to. Ok sorry about that side note. Grandpa Tommy told me that instead of thinking about finding a husband, that I need to be worrying about what I am doing in this life that will help me and prepare me to meet my Savior when the time comes. I need to focus on getting myself prepared. (Although if I want the highest degree of glory, I do need that man). So I need to focus more on doing the right things, and we all know them, the sunday school answers. So I'm just going to continue to enjoy life and try harder everyday to do what I'm suppose to so when the time comes, I will be prepared.

On a more lighter note, work is going great. I love my new position, My boss is fabulous, bless her heart I'm in her office more times then I can count, a good workout for me since I have to get up and walk all the time to talk to her. She makes work enjoyable. I don't laugh as much though which means I'm not getting into trouble. Everyone is busy working and doing there own thing that I don't have anyone to really talk to, so I take breaks now and then and go visit my buddies on the other side. I miss them, but I wouldn't trade the move for anything.

I just got called a few weeks ago to be the girls camp director. I'm so excited. yes, I volunteered for the calling. I love girls camp. I'm excited to get to know the girls better and the leaders, I've been to one activity and one sunday school lesson and I really think I'll like them. Just hope they will like me. 

So now that I've wrote a novel. Hope I haven't board anyone to death. Enjoy. Loves to all.

Jace's baptism luncheon at the bus garage
I love these kids. This is just half of them, the others were off playing.

My sister Jeanette, Ok I thought I looked cute.
Stacie, Lisa, Grandma-great, and Me.
Two of my princesses!
Grandma Sue and Brit

Jace's Baptism 
Jace my buddy at his baptism. I'm so proud of him.
Two of my favorite people Lisa and Jerzi.
Little Grady J. and his crazy dad.
Britton, Jerzi, and I getting ready for the baptism.
The Rowley Family. Love them

Kelton and I, he loves his picture taken, and so

do I. I went and spent Valentines weekend with

the Peterson's.
My favorite thing to do ride horses. Had fun with

Jaquelle and Payton.
Me just messing around on Spots. I was in heaven,

I wish I could ride more often. Where is that cowboy?
Jaquelle riding Pepper, she is a cute cowgirl.
Payton, what a stud, look at him. Love him

Eleven Reason's why I love being an Aunt
Kaitlyn: she loves playing soccer, not an Esplin. She is really good at the piano, and her new love is Giraffe's. She will always be my bubba and tater.
 

Britton loves any sport out there, and he thinks he will go pro one day. He is always coming up with a new story. He thinks he knows how to work it with the ladies.

Jace:  my buddy he acts just like his uncle Aaron. scary thought. He loves anything to do with guns and hunting. And I have always told him that the ladies are going to love him.

Jaquelle: Our cowgirl, she loves to dance and ride her horse, she is too smart for her own good. She likes to play sports, but she will be our dancer. She is always giving me advice.
Cason, our little LaLa never a dull moment he might be small but he is quite the athlete. He may be quiet but he is comical. He loves being a big brother and is great with kids.
Justin: is such a great singer and he wants to be just like his brother Jace. He has a heart of gold and he is hilarious with his made up stories
Payton: The cowboy, he wont wear anything besides Wranglers. He is hilarious and is always in trouble, it's a good thing he is cute. He loves being out with the horses.
Whitnie: my princesses, she loves to dance and cheer for the Hurricane tigers, but yet she also loves to play sports with her brothers. She is an Esplin for sure she loves to talk.
Kelton: he is one crazy kid, always up to something, Payton comes up with the idea and Kelton goes through with the plan. He loves to play with his toys and be outside.
Little Grady J.: He changes every time I see him, he will be walking soon and in March he will be one. Where did the time go. He is the happiest baby I know. And he has a laugh that is contagious. 
Our miracle baby Little Jerzi: She has changed so much, she is a blessing in our lives. She is growing so fast and even when she is sick she is such a good baby. It is fun to see her and develop her personality.

All eleven of my nieces and nephews are my pride and joy. I love them more than they will ever know. They are so concerned for me and hoping that one day I find a husband. I keep telling them they better start praying for it. Jaquelle took it upon herself to give me dating tips to find my husband. And Cason is always concerned that I never want to get married. I tell him I haven't found someone that can handle me.  They all get a long so well and I love when we all get together and spend time together as a family. I'm very blessed for the family that I have and look forward to many more years and memories we have together.

I decided since I have no patience and no money I would try coloring my hair by myself. Didn't like it at first, but it has grown on me. Just a few pictures.