Hope everyone had a great Mother's Day!

In our ward Primary sang in sacrament and so Erin went up for the second time. I wasn't expecting her to really sing even though she had been singing "Mother I love you, Mother I do" all week (and bringing tears to my eyes), however when she got up there she did sing a little. I could tell she knew part of the words and would sing the ones she knew. It really brought tears to my eyes. I can't believe she is old enough to be a Sunbeam, where does time go? Anyway it was nice to see that and then we got an invitation from Primary to go have "Muffins with Mom" the last 10 minutes of 3rd hour. Which was fun (even though I picked a struesel muffin and Erin wanted a chocolate chocolate chip muffin - she has her Dad's tastes in food).

In our ward they handed out a booklet called "All the Time You Need" by Mary Ellen Edmunds which I thought was really an appropriate thing for a mom. I was especially grateful for the thought as I have been feeling I am not making the best use of my time lately. So after reading the book I have decided to take a close look at things and see what and where I need to re-prioritize so things go smoother. I think sometimes I get so caught up in getting everything done I forget to make sure the most important things get done. There is a quote from President Ezra Taft Benson in the booklet that says "when we put God first, all other things fall into their proper place or drop out of our lives. Our love of the Lord will govern the ... demands on our time, the interests we pursue, and the order of our priorities." So the author says "First things first, and everything else falls into place." So I am going to make that my motto and try to see where I need to improve.

One more thought...we had the opportunity to see Andy graduate on Friday which I know is a great relief to him (and Amy) that he is finally done. I remember the feeling so well and we wish them the best as they go forward with "life after school".

Leah