Not much happening

I haven't been able to blog for the past week or so because out of the three computers that we have at home only Nathans works and I don't want to use his computer and break it if something is not right because of something that I am doing on my computers, soooo....I am just now getting a chance to say HI to the rest of the world.

Nathan just finished his STATs class and LOVED it. Yes, you read right, he thoroughly enjoyed it. It was only a 4 week class so it went VERY quickly.

His 5th class will be starting tomorrow and he is so excited. We have talked a lot about him getting certified and teaching at the high school level. He is seriously loving his program and is learning a ton. One of the best things that I can say that he is learning is that education is either changing or never going to change. There is so much politics and does & don'ts that are with education that nobody knows where to go, what to do, why to do it and when it needs to be done; the worst thing, nobody seems to know HOW. All I know is that every student being young or old knows has their own learning style and that everyone should be humble enough to adapt and to make changes and face change. It is quite interesting.

We are still in nursery and I pray every Sunday that they don't take me out. I love it. I like playing with the kids, I enjoy laughing with them and loving them and giving them loves and discipline at the same time.

We attended Laurels awesome baby shower last night too. There was quite a few people there and it was really fun. I was so tired and she was having so much fun with her friends that I got up and told Collette good bye and left and so we went home. Nathan drove out and met me at work w/ Ka'le and then we drove out together. It was funny because all of the Wicke boys were at the Wicke home and all of the "girls" were down the street at Shilos' home. It was fun.

I am very busy here at work. I have been busy for the past 4 years, so that is nothing new. I am coming up on my 4 years of being with my specialized division for the University of Phoenix. It is pretty exciting because out of the 9 of us that started on the same day, 3 of us are still here. Its pretty cool and we are all still good friends/coworkers. I meet awesome, new people every day and its fun. It is all about you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours!

Pampered Chef on the other hand, isn't going so well. I am frustrated with it because I have to do all of my own: marketing, networking, meetings, parties, calling, sales, delivery and administrative stuff. If I had someone to do all of that, heck, I'd do really well! I'll soon put in a party and hopefully it'll take off again; well, that is the plan at least :o)

I am at work, so I need to get to work!

National Singles Awareness Day?

I found it kind of funny that the new Valentines Day "politically correct" phrase for this fun, simple day is now called National Singles Awareness Day. Why would a single person want to recognize that and make it a big deal? Why would someone in a relationship or married or whatever rub it in ones face that is single that they don't have anyone?

Granted, we should love everyone no matter race, creed, color, religion or whatever case it is. I like to think that we are old fashion so I like the good ol' Valentines Day.

So, to all who love, like to be loved and are loved,

Happy Valentines Day!

Cold Weather Cold Hearts

I know that Arizona has been known to have some pretty hot weather, however, this winter it has been pretty cold. It has gotten to the point that even Nathan turned on the heater. Yes, you read correctly, Nathan turned on the heater. I would rather freeze and put on clothes and save the money and not use the heater. He got so cold a couple of months ago that he turned on the heater to 66 degrees and so when it hits that cold, it kicks on. The funny part about it, is that it is only 66 degrees and it blows cold air. Now, laugh at that.

Don't get me wrong, the weather has been cold, but it has been wonderful. The Lord knows that this desert needs water so has blessed the northern part of Arizona with A LOT of snow and the valley here with a lot of rain. It has been wonderful. Ka'le the dog, on the other hand probably doesn't think that it is wonderful because he won't go out and do his puppy business because 1, the ground is wet and 2, his paws will get wet...so, he'll hold it until I go and get drenched in the rain and go with him. What are moms for?

Nathan and I watched Dateline this week and watched the story about the single mother who had octuplets. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/29129331#29129331 is the link where you can watch what she had to say. I'll be the first to admit that I thought that she is a "quack" and selfish, however, watching the show, she is a little distorted but in the realm of things, she is following what the prophets say to do. Get married, have children and get an education. Her marriage failed prior to her having all of these babies, she started school when she only had a few children and then she kept having them and attending graduate school at the same time. Granted, she has to do this all on her own, BUT she is doing what the Lord has said, don't procrastinate your family for the goods of the world. Don't procrastinate your education either because you'll need it. Well, she now has 14 children and more than ever needs to have moral support rather than people hating her. I understand the $$ thing, I'm not blind to the financial side of her decision but it is a little to late to worry about it. Now is where she needs our help even more. A few of her children are special needs which means that she needs additional help and support. 8 babies at one time with 6 more that are all under the age of 6 at this point.

I know that if she were a member of the church, she would be advised by a bishop, stake president and the first presidency to do something else with the children as she is a single mom, I'll let you figure that out. I know that if she were a member of relief society, she would be well taken care of. Everyone would step up to the plate and assist her. That is the beauty of the gospel.

I also feel that she was given these children from the Lord for 2 purposes, 1- to bless her life and give these 14 mortals a body and 2- to give the rest of the world the opportunity to serve one another and bless the lives of others. Now, it is up to me and to us to work with her and not against her.

I'm not judging her. I can't judge her, that is not my place. People are so quick to judge and not help it is rediculous.

Nathan is doing awesome with schooling and just loving it. He is learning TONS and is so excited to see his own progression. We are looking for educational work for the summer as that will creep up on is quicker than we want to admit.

Work for me is going well. I still am in the top 5 and 3% of my division and that is nice. It has slowed down but I have built a pipeline and that is wonderful.

I am at work and need to get to work.

Karen

Awesome talk

I know that I keep sending this, but I love this talk. Every time I listen to it and watch it I cry and learn something more about myself and the Love that Heavenly Father has for me.

Go Arizzona Cardinals!

These were our tickets and parking pass to park right by the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.

Uncle Jeff let us have them. He is awesome. If I am not mistaken, he raffled off the rest of the season tickets to his schools and community!

Nathan and I got to go to the 1st Preseason Arizona Cardinal 2008-09 game. Now look where they are; Tamp Bay, FL for Superbowl XLIII.


Love,

Nathan & Karen