To my Mom on Mothers Day!

Happy Mothers Day, Mom!

I LOVE YOU!!

I have learned so much from my mom. I don't think there is a day that goes by that I don't think of her and how she did things while I was growing up. As I remember funny little things about my childhood, I often wonder what my kids will remember about me.

Here are some of the things that I love about my mom:

She is always there when I need her and makes me feel like her best friend. She always told me, "you won't know how much I love you till you have your own daughter someday!" And she was right! She comes when I have babies, when I get sick (or one of the kids get sick), recitals, primary programs, or ANY time I need her. She is also willing to keep the kids when I need a break!

Another thing I learned from my mom was to love my family!

I TRULY love getting together with my family. Even though we are all different, have different interests, and different spouses, we all try to have a great time when we are together! My mom loves to get together with her family too and her love for her parents IS amazing! Her mom died on Mothers Day about 50 years ago and I know it was a really hard day for her. However; she never let it damper our day for her. She was a good sport to make us all feel so special when we gave her our handmade gifts!

My dad is usually the one in front (teacher, bishop, stk pres, singing, or any public speaking), but I know that it is because he has one wonderful woman behind him every step of the way. Who do you think washed and ironed his clothes all those years, always made dinner, and made sure everything was in order? ....Yup, my MOM!!!

Another thing I learned from my mom was to keep my kids clean, hair cute, be involved in their school, check their back packs, make their lunch, NEVER let them leave without a hug and a kiss, and be home when they get home from school.

There are so many things that I could go on and on. She taught me commitment, compassion, service, dedication, virtue, and love. Thanks Mom. I wouldn't be who I am today without you!

Time to be an AWESOME mom!

Who has time for anything anymore? I have to admit that my world seems to be spinning out of control. I am a wife, mother, young women leader, an organist, a co-owner of a business, a visiting teacher, hair stylist, school volunteer, and so much more. There is so much to do and I am pulled in so many directions. Who said my life has to be this way? I completely understand that this is all my own doing though. I tell myself that I can do it all. Each task separately sounds fun and is something I feel like I could do well. Then they are all lumped together into my crazy life and I find myself not feeling to happy about it. So I have decided it was time for a BIG change!

Yesterday I was praying hard to be close to the spirit, so that I could get a few answers to some of my concerns. It wasn't the answer that I wanted or was even praying about, but I felt strongly that I need to quit doing hair and become the AWESOME stay-at-home MOM that I want to be! I have cried about this a lot because I LOVE doing hair. Seriously, I will miss it A LOT!! However, it is not my #1 priority. I want to create a peaceful and loving environment for my family. Right now it is just to caotic! I am always in a hurry, not very patient, throwing something together for dinner and rarely clean my house. Sometimes I feel like I am just running on fumes. I want to help the kids with their chores, homework, and piano practicing and talk to them about their days and see what they have in their back packs right when they come home from school! I want to quit saying, "Not right now" or "In a minute."

I want my husband and kids to FEEL and KNOW that they are my #1 priority! My marriage is good, but can't it always be better??? What husband wouldn't love to spend more time on the couch with his wife rather than taking care of the kids, doing the dishes, laundry, or cooking dinner because his wife is so busy? My kids need me right now too! They are growing up and I want to have a close relationship with each one. My moms always tells me to enjoy my kids because they'll be grown up before I know it, and I don't want to miss it!

I understand that some women have to work and be the best mom they can be, but right now my husband has a good job that can support our family. Now that we are out of school, I really want to live on what my husband makes, even if that means cutting out a few things. It's a leap of faith, but I know I will be blessed as I put my family first in my life! Thank you all for your LOVE and SUPPORT! My last day will be April 30.

Tyann's New Do!

We were bored this afternoon and needed something to do,

so we decided to try a PERM!

This is her "Before" shot!

DURING



"After" SO CUTE!
LOVE the new headbands! Go here to get yours NOW!!!

My baby is TWO!!

Lacey turned 2 years old last Thursday. She is so sweet!

She sure knows how to say "NO", but we LOVE her!

Her presents and all the rest of us!

The only really good smile!

Thanks "PJ" the Elf!

Here are our new jammies. We have a tradition in our family that Santa's Elf, "PJ",

brings new jammies on Christmas Eve. This year they were here when we woke up!
We were excited that they all matched too!

New and Improved!

We've been working hard and have made some big changes on our website. We have filled up our store and still have more to add. Our special right now is free shipping through the end of December. So go see what you think of our new site.

Check this out!

Hello everyone! I know I am a bit behind on all my "blogging", but I had to tell you about this. My sister and I are participating in an "Online Holiday Boutique!" If you just go to Ucreate you'll find all the details...plus exciting discounts and coupon codes for our Girly Accents business! It starts the day after Thanksgiving, so think CHRISTMAS SHOPPING! :-)