Gratitude

We've arrived, and about 8am is when we have lunch. Fenton snagged this photo of Scout, "5pm Jet-lag." It makes me laugh every time I see it.

Eating breakfast at 3am and Maeser said, "Mom, I'm so happy we're in America and we're eating cereal."

It really is great to be back. It's like aging fast. When you facetime for just a few minutes a week and then actually come back you realise how many small things have changed, how quickly small people grow or how quickly grandpa is ageing... my grandpa is using a cane now. It's kind of adorable and kind of sad. And then I notice how old I must be getting when girls I taught in YW now have 2 or 3 children of their own.

I love seeing family every single day. Families are the bread of life. I love seeing others busy and coming in and out of the house. I love that there is always someone around to talk to or for the children to play with. I am feeling quite sappy at the moment. So thankful for family and ever thankful that Derrick and Julie will be in Singapore when we get back.

Utah has absolutely perfect weather. It is a bit cool, but the sun is bright and sitting outside for a few minutes warms the toes. And shopping... walking the isles of Harmon's is amazing. I loaded my cart so quickly I had to put things back. And I kept thinking of all the food I want to make with the ingredients so handy. Working in mom's kitchen is a dream too. One day I'll have a kitchen with lots of light and air con and delicious food. I really love it. I'm not trying to make you feel homesick, but there are some things that I love about our summer breaks.

Gosh, this is probably one of the worst kinds of letters. Just know I am feeling an abundance of gratitude and it is almost like walking in heaven.

"No matter our circumstances, no matter our challenges or trials, there is somethings in each day to embrace and cherish. There is something in each day that can bring gratitude and joy if only we will see and appreciate it."  Dieter F. Uchdorf


Photos: 

Dan swam in a race on Saturday in the Great Salt Lake.

Sam has a little pet goat. The children love him.