Feasting during a "Famine"

I've been thinking alot about the economy and the times that we are living in. I truly feel we are living in the last days where "perilous times shall come". Sometimes, our challenges are so overwhelming, that we falter and find our "light" flickering, just a tad. In my personal family and close friends, I have been a part of heartache, catastrophic medical diagnosis, physical challenges, and uncertainty in the future. Our faith is strong, and yet, at times, I find myself asking my Heavenly Father to "strengthen my faith". Thru the experiences that I have had, I know that He is there, just working in His time with His perspective.
I've been reading alot of good talks lately and want to share my favorite so far. It is a talk given to the Young Adults at the last CES fireside by Jeffrey Holland. I love this talk and keep it close by so that I can read it often. It's a small feast of hope in the famine of despair that can easily engulf our lives. I hope it gives some the comfort and strength that I have felt from the thoughts and inspiration of one of our apostles.
http://deseretnews.com/pdf/Holland2008.pdf

LOVE TO ALL!!

"Family" Activity

Our family went to the SYTYCD concert last night. It was at the Jobing.com Arena in Glendale. But what a fun concert. No pictures....hmm!! Darleen came down and joined us. Yes, even Brad went. Loved, loved the dances!! Getting home at midnight was the only downside, but definitely worth going. It was interesting to see the adults screaming...especially guys! I guess it goes to show you that dancing is somthing all ages, all types can enjoy. Did I say we LOVED the dances?? They did all our favorites!! Which ones were they?

For YOUR enjoyment, we have listed

Our top 3

Hip-Hop/Bleeding Love/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lC4OtJgNdrY&feature=related

Contemporay/Mercy/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-PaTu-4JCw&feature=related

Contemporary/All By Myself/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIvowYqGEEI&feature=related

ENJOY!!!!

Happy Birthday Aaron

1/4 of a century!! 25 years old!!

We sure hope Aaron had a wonderful day. From what I've heard, his sweet wife pampered him and loved him and made this day great. Here are some fun pictures and reasons why we love this guy so much!!

5 Reasons we LOVE AARON

He has a special bond with little kids. Just ask any of those young guys who has the best collection of walkie-talkies!!

He remembers to check on his sisters when they have tests or are having a bad day. He has always tried to be a good older brother. He also checks on his Mom and Dad each day (since he is away) and ALWAYS tells us he loves us!!!

(yes, this is an older picture...I could only find this one of the 3 of them!)

He loves to cook....He loves to be Mom's guinea pig when she is cooking and always is willing to try anything....once. He likes to make sure the details on special events is just perfect!! He remembers all special days!

He is our go-to computer guy. He will try and fix any problem. He is fairly patient when teaching and re-teaching his Mom on computer programs.

And lastly, (but definitely not the least)... he married Savannah (another amazing daughter-in-law) in the temple to start his own family. We love him dearly!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY AARON!!!!