C Life

During these cool winter days you'll find me nestled up in front of the fire place. It's my new favorite place to be. My boy captured this photo of me sitting in the very spot I'm referring to while I was reading " My favorite Ensign Article" out of the January 2011 Ensign . Readers were invited to share articles that had touched their lives in some way. I thoroughly enjoyed this article and couldn't help but take a moment and think about which article could be worthy of being called my favorite. I pondered quietly and recalled an article that had a personal impact on my life and had blessed me in such a way that literally warmed my soul. I read it exactly one year ago "How can I develop and Increase in Compassion?" (December 2009) . I was so moved by President Dieter F. Uchtdorfs quote "Disciples of Christ throughout all ages of the world have been distinguished by their compassion... In the end, the number of prayers

For the past 3 years we have packed up and headed to the snow for Christmas. This year we decided to stay home. We enjoyed having family come to our house this year. The kids traded in their ski clothes for swimsuits. We heated the pool and let the kids swim the day away. T he airplanes were a hit for the older boys (even Mr. B.T.C). Dawson however, looooved his star wars legos (I don't think he will ever out grow them!). The girls favorite gift was definitely their ipods .

I'm certain I have a crush on Santa. I stayed up just to bake him one of his favorites...SNICKER DOODLES. He loved 'em. Not even a crumb was left behind!

We've enjoyed all your Christmas cards, cookies, and special treats. We feel so very loved. Thank you!