Sunday, February 14, 2021

2021 Valentine’s Day

Mark and I celebrated Valentine’s Day on Saturday since It fell on Sunday this year.  

We went to a Mexican restaurant called Cafe Ole’.  We enjoyed sizzling fajitas, nachos and quezon and lemonade and Diet Coke.  

From there we went shopping for our new hot tub!!  I can’t wait.  We got in and tried them out.  I was surprised to find each is very different.  There were some that were better for Mark and some better for me.  In the end we decided on one with a lounge and perfect seats with jets for our calves and feet.  Oh that sounded wonderful to me. 

That was our celebration because We had other evening plans that were separated from each other.  Mark had work to finish and I had to sew.  

Thursday, February 4, 2021

Family lunch while in Provo

On Sunday Mark and I watched our Sacrament meeting via Zoom in our hotel room.  We both really enjoyed the speakers’ comments.  

From there we went over to Devon and Sierra’s to take the sacrament and engage in a Come Follow Me discussion.  I really appreciate the opportunity we had to share our feelings about the D&C lessons this week.  This we the discussion was on perspectives!  I pondered and shared how even though people attend the same event, class, or function they come away with different feelings and see it from their different perspectives.  Sierra shared how her situation changed after losing her job due to Covid-19 and what she is doing now to overcome that.  She had never been without a job for as long as she could remember so it was hard to not work.  It ate at her self worth too!  I completely understood because I too lost my job due to covid-19 and felt very much like she did.  

At 12:30 Mark and I drove over to Jessica and Tate’s to prepare lunch for everyone.  I’m so happy that Marissa and Michael are going to be there.  They are coming down so that Michael can say goodbye to his grandfather (so it’s sad in one way, but very good in another).  Anyway we are happy they came down.  Robert was also able to make it and brought Maya with him.  I really enjoyed getting to talk with her and get to know her better.  She is so sweet and funny.

We prepared penne pasta with smoked sausage, salad and rolls.  We also made brownies for dessert. 

Lunch was at 1:00.  As soon as Devon and Sierra arrived we said prayer; Everyone ate it up.  

It was so wonderful to have everyone together!!  We didn’t think this would happen so what a blessing!!! 















Special time with Robert

Special time with Devon and Sierra

Alex and Chris are expecting a baby

I am so excited that my niece is expecting a baby.  She is due in August/ September.  I got to have lunch with her while in Utah to talk about it.  She’s been a little sick but hoping to feel better soon.  

So happy for her and Chris.  

Mark and I visit for Ainsley’s birth

Ainsley Ruth Murphey born

What a special and wonderful day for our family.  Jessica and Tate went to the hospital earlier in the morning.  Jessica was being induced today!  Their baby would be born soon.  

Mark and I are so excited for both Jessica and Tate!!  What a wonderful day.  We waited with feverish anticipation for their texts and phone calls to keep us posted on their health and progress.  


Thanksgiving in Provo

Marissa and Michael’s wedding

Trip to Provo for baby shower

Quote for the Day

"Happiness is found along the way ...
... not at the end of the road.
- Cowabunga Bay (7/30/10)