That Girl

Last night, I was that girl.

We went bowling with D's work.
One of D's co-workers brought his cute daughter, Sailor (3 years old and tiny!), and I theifed her.

She and I bowled together, played together, giggled etc. Every time we pushed the ball down the lane, I threw her up in the air! (And she wasn't half bad at pushing that ball down the lane.)

Her dad said, "Man, I didn't expect to have a baby-sitter tonight!"

But, I theifed his daughter anyway and loved on her and it was awesome.

I was that girl that steals other people's kids because she doesn't have any of her own.

Lately

Almost every time I talk to my mom, she says, "Life with L (me) is never boring!"

It's true.

I've started a business (please like it on facebook! please!).
I'm doing physical therapy once a week (still from the car accident last August).
We've started classes to help the next member of our family get here (whenever that is).
I'm working full time.
I sign for 3 hours once a week at church (interpreting for an awesome deaf sister in our ward).
I just was given a second calling (RS instructor).
I'm still looking for auditions and ways to get into theatre in the Sac area.

And...
While all of these things can seem really difficult alone, much less all at once, I feel so blessed!
And not bored at all. :)

The end.

Birthday

I turned 25 today.

And, I'm not quite sure why, but I've been really upset about it.

Last night, I found myself sobbing in a warm bath. And as D patiently listened, I realized that I'm mostly just scared.
24 was not an easy year.
I'm scared of 25 being harder.

I wish I had some sort of epiphany that made me feel better about everything. I didn't.
But today wasn't awful.
And hopefully tomorrow won't be either. :)

True Confession

Hi.
My name is Landon.
And...
(deep breath)
I have a Target addiction.

Missed the Boat

I missed the boat on Father's Day so I'm going to make up for it now.

Better late than never, right?

Some of my fondest memories are listening to my daddy sing, "You're the end of the rainbow, my pot of gold, you're daddy's little girl to have and to hold. A precious gem, that's what you are. You're daddy's bright and shining star. You're the spirit of Christmas, my star on the tree. You're the Easter bunny to mommy and me. You're sugar, you're spice, you're everything nice, and you're daddy's little girl." or dancing on his his feet to the song from Sleeping Beauty. (We danced to both at our wedding. And, I saw one of our friends and his daughters doing the same and it brought tears to my eyes.) Daddy could always make me laugh with his funny thumb. He could suck out any hurt. I remember falling asleep many nights to the sound of his laugh as he watched whatever on TV with Mom and loving it. Daddy was the one who always tried to fix my problems - that's what he is, a fixer. I am so blessed to be his daughter. He is loved and admired by so many and I am lucky to have had him my whole life! I love watching him at church - he knows everyone's names and their stories and genuinely cares about each of them. He loves the Lord and lives his testimony and is such a good example to me and D.
Happy (late) Father's Day, Daddy.

And to my father in law, he is a strong and incredible man. He is a strong leader - people want to follow his example because he lives what leads. He has quite the sense of humor, too! (You better be able to take teasing from him!) His family is so important to him and I love that. An avid BYU football fan, we always gather at his house for games and he is leading the cheering - I love being married into a BYU sports family! He is reliable and has been there for us when we've been in need many times. He is a wonderful example to me and D, as well. We are so blessed!
Happy (late) Father's Day, FIL!

I have also been blessed with many father figures in my life. When I was at college, I had bishops and a couple of professors who were fatherly to me, taking me in, listening, supporting me while I was far away from my Daddy. We also have the examples of wonderful fathers (BIL, uncles, cousins, friends) who show us by their examples how to be great fathers. While we were at a family 4th of July BBQ yesterday, it was so great to watch the dad and granddads with all the kids. They all had so much fun in the pool, playing wiffle ball, etc. I love it!

And, ultimately, I am grateful for my Heavenly Father. He is the ultimate creator and father. Sometimes I'll find myself feeling like Heavenly Father is so high and mighty and so far removed from my imperfect self. And then I remember that He is my father and suddenly I feel so much more connected to Him and His love. I am so grateful to my Father for knowing who I am and what I am capable of and being willing to correct and carry me on my way back to Him.

Happy Late Father's Day :)