I said I was glad that we finally have grass, but there are a few downfalls of having grass. Because we received a good amount of rain this past weekend and also the sod has to be watered 3 or 4 times a day...the surrounding areas of our grass have this fun thing that boys love....called....MUD! My worst nightmare today came true. We haven't been super warm these days, but Jace wanted to play outside anyway...I said "okay, just for a little while and you have to stay on the side walk." Of course Jace would say "okay". Before I know it, Jace is in the mud with his cute dump truck. I said "hurry, get on the side walk" and then he falls in the mud, because it is that thick...get your feet stuck, you're not going anywhere kind of mud. So the good mom that I am, go into the mud to help him up. Well the next thing I know is that my sandals are stuck in the mud, my feet are well planted in the mud and Jace is saying "No, no, no" meaning he isn't done playing in the mud. I was seriously upset...it was not on my agenda to play in the mud today or fight a child while in the mud, especially since I was wearing khaki pants and a white shirt. These pictures will show you how innocent he looks and you will see the caked on mud on my feet and his new shoes (thanks to grandma). I really tried to not show my anger towards him, by turning it into a fun moment. Needless to say...we spent the rest of the morning INSIDE!

Saturday Session of Conference

I thought I would just post some thoughts and feelings I had as I reflect on what was said. I loved the talk on "angels" and how we can be angels in people's lives. I have had many "angels" and hope that I can be an "angel" for others. I love that we were reminded to continue to live within our means. It was a good reminder that prayer should not just be a before bedtime habit, but should be always. I have a better understanding of faith, hope, and charity and how they work hand in hand. I enjoyed the primary choir and so did Jace. He stood in front of the television, stopping what he was doing, and stared in amazement that kids were singing on the tv. I don't think he blinked once. I thought it was interesting that there are temples being completed left and right and amazed that there will be a temple in Italy.
I often feel like the first presidency and the quorum of the twelve are so distant...kind of like our presidency of the United States...but the difference is that I have no doubt that the church leadership will NOT lead us down deceitful paths. I am so glad that they are encouraging us to do more and be better people. Who doesn't love conference weekend!

New Neighborhood!

I just have to say how I love that there are so many young families with lots of little boys that are Jace's age. Two of Jace's new friends are....Tate who turns 2 in October and Jack who turns 2 in November. We have spent some time outside trying to soak up the good weather and some time inside. The kids play really well together and of course fight over toys, but it is fun. We have done alot of playdates with these two and Jace will walk around our house and say "Tate?" and "Jack?"....and I always remind him that they are at their houses. Today we went to a little community park that is close by and the boys had a blast. Unfortunately, I seem to never have my camera when it would be a great photo opp...but maybe in the future we can get a cute pic of these three.

By the way....WE HAVE GRASS, FINALLY!