Calling all musicians

Particularly in Utah. If you have not heard of Soundcheck Serious you are missing out. You can get more information Here . It's an amazing
opportunity to learn about the music business. Its incredible to be surrounded by wonderful musicians who are passionate about what they do. Read about my experience at the midwest music summit Here. Just for the record, I never recall using the word 'cause. I have had some incredible opportunities come from this experience. Take the time and enjoy learning from the very best in the business.

The Summer Crazies....

Wow! What a whirlwind of a Summer. Lots of beautiful memories made with my family. I've been fortunate enough to squeeze in a few firesides along the way. Christmas has always been the busiest time for me musically but for whatever reason Summer/Fall have become even busier. The last few months I have been Speaking/Singing at different Youth Conference's and Girls Camps. And now with BYU students returning for Fall I'll continue my regular schedule of doing Firesides for single adult Stakes. 

Lucky me! I get to do what I love!

I love being a girl!

I have decided every girl (Lady) deserves a great Airbrush Tan, a good Eyebrow waxing, and a few fabulous Cocktail Rings. Wouldn't you agree?

Look at these little Beauties.........

What is a Mother?

According to the online dictionary the definition of a Mother is: "a female person who is pregnant with or gives birth to a child"


I could not disagree more!




To me...a mother is a female who loves, inspires, nurtures, and encourages another.


I know Many women, who for various reasons have been unable to have biological children of their own. I have witnessed their love and devotion to children they have adopted. I have watched them nurture and love my own children, their nieces and nephews, and I have experienced the love and devotion they have for youth groups they have served. They are literally changing generations with their love.

The love of a true mother comes near to being like the love of God.

Sisters, you do not know how far your influence extends. A mother that is successful in raising a good boy, or girl, to imitate her example and to follow her precepts through life, sows the seeds of virtue, honor and integrity and of righteousness in their hearts that will be felt through all their career in life; and wherever that boy or girl goes, as man or woman, in whatever society they mingle, the good effects of the example of that mother upon them will be felt; and it will never die, because it will extend from them to their children from generation to generation.

Joseph F. Smith

For those readers who know me well, you know how much I adore my mother. You can read about it HERE

I LOVE THIS VIDEO ABOUT BEING A MOTHER!

Another year older and wiser too?!

On April 22nd I celebrated my Birthday.

Another year older and wiser, Right?

As I reflect back on this past year I cant help but think of all the wonderful opportunities and blessings I have been given. Along with the good comes the not so good. It's also been a year of frustration and a few stumbling blocks. Isn't that life?

If there is one thing I know- it's this......If you continue to be consistent and faithful with the covenants you have made- day in and day out, you will draw nearer to your Heavenly Father, receive the companionship of the Holy Ghost and you'll be given the strength and inspiration you need to move forward.

 It's been a year of great growth for me.

I love my little family more than ever and I'm grateful for the eternal memories we have made and will continue to make together. 

 I'm grateful for a Husband who softly whispers in my ear ....

"You are a beautiful person"

It inspires me to be a little kinder, a whole lot better, and to give my absolute all when doing something.

I cant imagine my life without my Family and Friends.

One of the things I look most forward to on my birthday is when all six of my siblings call and tell me how much they love me.

It was a great day!

To be, or not to be, that is the question

Did you know that April is poetry month?

 A poem is simply lyrics without music and touches my heart just the same.
  

I had the opportunity to judge a Poetry contest at one of our local elementary schools a few weeks ago.

I loved every minute of it!

It was so sweet to watch the little ones get up and recite their poems, but I was unexpectedly moved and touched as I watched the 5th and 6th grade kids recite Shakespeare.

"Poetry can startle you,
awaken you, make you fall in love, take your breath away.
When those words sink in,
you'll never look at your life or your journey the same way again"
-Maria Shriver

Make it a point to read some poetry. I promise you won't regret it. :)
 



I Love the beauty of the poem below. It's one of my favorites. I'm sure many of you have felt this same way about your children.

"There is so much I can learn from you

you with the wide-open eyes and the quick smile

Delight, Wonder, Purity, Laughter, Curiosity, Faith

Let us take turns, then, in this dance

Of leading and following.

And if we keep our eye on

The Leader who never is lost,

surely we will find and share

Those sweet, still waters."

-Carol Lynn Pearson

PS. If you are a follower of this blog then you will remember my Mother writes Poetry. Nothing published, Just little things she jots down here and there. Perhaps I can convince her to let me post some of her poems. :)

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Sometimes I wonder…….Does anybody ever read this thing!? Every once in awhile I’ll have some sweet person come up to me and mention something they enjoyed about my blog. (OK, so maybe there are two or three of you who occasionally read my blog?)  

 Often times I will meet people after a show or a fireside and Because of time constraints we visit briefly then go.  It's just not enough time to get to know each other. My purpose for this blog is for you to get to know me.  I was hesitant to post pictures of my family (I realize the safety issues) but in order for you to get to know me (ALL OF ME) this includes the occasional blog post about my family. They are a huge part of my life!

 If something inspires me I blog about it.  I’m inspired by fashion, nature, my children and by a good friend with a kind heart. Obviously music inspires me beyond words. Music is at the core of who I am.

Be inspired by whatever it is you love!

Blog on………

Hi friends

I will be Singing/Speaking This Thursday, January 27th at Orem High school from 12-1:00 pm.

It's going to be a party. I hope to see you there!

To Book me for your School or YM & YW group...Contact me HERE

CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

"Christmas is love in action. Every time we love, every time we give, it's Christmas."

 -Dale Evans Rogers

December was Crazy busy & full of Excitement

Christmas Eve Excitement  

       

Winnter singing "I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas"

At the Scera

Nicholes Family Christmas Party

Girls glittering Party

I hope you all had a Wonderful Christmas!