Today was quite an exciting day! This morning we all went to support Flavio at his Church basketball game! I thought to invite Papa, and all else in the Shaffer household who wanted to come! Papa and my mom came to see Flavio's game! They won last week's game, but didn't win today, (most likely because the other team was composed of giants). Nathan shouts BALL (which sounds more like BAAH).
After, we had brunch at Denny's. It was nice of the waiter to bring Nathan a coloring page and crayon! :) Nathan enjoys dropping things on the floor, more than coloring- at this stage in his life.
Then we headed home for some rest. I did some work, and then we decided to go to Jungle Jims! I have not been there in years! It was so fun to see Nathan have fun and see all the colorful rides, play, etc. We enjoy watching Nathan play and have fun and explore!
Then we did some grocery shopping, and returned home. Today was fun!
Saturday, March 7, 2015
Sunday, February 2, 2014
“You will never have the time, energy, freedom or mobility to be exceptional if you have a husband and kids.” – Amy Glass Actually … I disagree with Amy on this one. Let me tell you why.
Who is more exceptional?
Is it the person who has traveled the world, or the person who speaks 5 languages? Is it the stay at home mom, or the college professor? Is it the mechanic down the street, or the factory workers in foreign countries? Is it the famous in Hollywood or is it you or is it me?
Is it the person who has traveled the world, or the person who speaks 5 languages? Is it the stay at home mom, or the college professor? Is it the mechanic down the street, or the factory workers in foreign countries? Is it the famous in Hollywood or is it you or is it me?
Who is more exceptional?
Or…
Does it matter? (No. We need not compare ourselves to others, for we all have divine worth, and we all can become exceptional.)
And what does “exceptional” really mean? Who is to define it?
Does it matter? (No. We need not compare ourselves to others, for we all have divine worth, and we all can become exceptional.)
And what does “exceptional” really mean? Who is to define it?
Should we be concerned
that the world views us as exceptional according to their definition? Or should
we view ourselves, with every flaw and imperfection, as still: Exceptional or
even, a person with potential to be exceptional. Should we focus on our
personal progress and potential? Should we measure our growth against
ourselves, or against others? Should we assume that all people are 100% exactly
the same, and therefore miss all those beautiful and unique differences truly
among us?
I respect one’s right to their opinion. I also have an
opinion on what Amy has written, and I feel it is important for me to share
what I believe to others.
I seriously could write a lot about all of
this, and I would have to go into great detail. Instead, however, I am going to
try to simplify what I would like to share. After having read Amy Glass’ post,
I thought of the following points:
·
The definition of “exceptional” –it’s up for
interpretation J
·
The concept of comparing
self to others- as humans, we tend to do it, let’s stop!
·
The true meaning of equality-It’s not about doing the
same things, but about having equally important and necessary roles. (A concept
I better understood after having listened to Sister Linda Burton who said,
referring to equality within the home and church, but we can also apply it to
every circumstance: “Equality, Sister Burton said, “doesn’t always mean
sameness. But we are of equal value no matter where we are — in the church or
the home.”
“We can have equality having different roles,” she continued. “We each
have strengths that we need to bring … We don’t necessarily have to be equal in
the same roles. We need to have differing roles to bring that strength and
bless the church. So I would hope that those who don’t feel that way, that they
would feel that they are needed for the strengths and gifts they bring.”) http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865577592/Mormon-women-seek-blessings-not-authority-LDS-women-leaders-say.html?pg=all
·
The understanding of the
purpose of life- See http://mormon.org/beliefs/plan-of-salvation
To Learn, Grow, be Tested, Prove we will
follow the Savior by keeping His commandments.
·
The attribute of humility- Humility is the
opposite of Pride.
·
The definition of “real accomplishments” – Where are one’s
priorities? This depends on one’s understanding of one’s self and one’s purpose.
So, since not everyone knows this yet, many simply do the best they can
according to the knowledge they have, and since they are not yet aware of the
eternal things they can and should aspire to, they aspire to excellence within
life, which is great, but not the only point to life and which does not define
one’s self worth.
·
Understanding Divine
Roles – See http://www.lds.org/topics/family-proclamation?lang=eng
Men and women have divine roles. Women’s
divine role is as a wife and mother.
·
Following the Savior
Jesus Christ – See http://mormon.org/beliefs/jesus-christ
He has given us a perfect example of what we should be focused on in life.
Going
back to Amy’s quote: “You will never have
the time, energy, freedom or mobility to be exceptional if you have a husband
and kids.” It is interesting to note, that she doesn’t mention “capacity”,
therefore she must agree that stay at home moms have the capacity for
exceptionality… However she has directly implied that to be exceptional, one
needs time, energy, freedom or mobility, and she is also stating that a woman
with a “husband and kids” does not have the “time, energy, freedom or mobility
to be exceptional” I also noticed that
Amy did not mention “money” as a necessity to be exceptional, which is good because
money is certainly not necessary for being an exceptional person.
Let’s say, we all agree that a certain person is an exceptional artist I can see how if one agrees with a generally accepted definition of “exceptional” for example, then I believe everyone would think that that means that they are a very excellent artist! This person may have had the time to practice their craft, sufficient energy to do so, freedom (perhaps in their work schedule) to dedicate themselves to their talent, and mobility (they may have been able to go and see other inspiring artists or exhibits).
So if
one wants to be exceptional, perhaps there is some validity to the
statement that one needs time, energy, freedom etc. But perhaps it’s more than
that. Perhaps one can be exceptional even though they do not have the “time,
energy, freedom or mobility.”
However, Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks for example lived in a time where they were faced with a lack of freedom as a result of a racist society. Yet, wouldn’t most people consider them to be exceptional people? They knew their right to freedom, and stood up for their beliefs in the face of opposition.
Or what about the basketball players at Cuyamaca College who are confined to a wheelchair, and have limited mobility, yet still play competitive basketball? (http://www.gcccd.edu/news/2013/10/103013wheelchair-basketball-.html)
However, Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks for example lived in a time where they were faced with a lack of freedom as a result of a racist society. Yet, wouldn’t most people consider them to be exceptional people? They knew their right to freedom, and stood up for their beliefs in the face of opposition.
Or what about the basketball players at Cuyamaca College who are confined to a wheelchair, and have limited mobility, yet still play competitive basketball? (http://www.gcccd.edu/news/2013/10/103013wheelchair-basketball-.html)
What
about someone like my sister Adrienne, an exceptional woman who strives to do
her best, and who makes sacrifices to serve others, even when that means she
has limited time to devote to some
things she might be wanting and waiting to do…
I
believe an exceptional person is one who strives to be their best and who person
as one who is consistent.
Anything
can help us become a more exceptional person! For example, Amy believes a
husband and kids will not allow me to be an exceptional person…but I know that
is not true! J Do you know how I know? From personal experience!
Having a husband and now also a child, is definitely going to
help me to become a more exceptional person!
I will give you an example!
Just
yesterday, I was talking to my husband about how I would wait until the next
day to eat a delicious treat he brought for me. Then…I was having second
thoughts, and I wanted to change my mind, and I thought (as I tend to usually
think), Oh I can just change my mind and eat it today if I want. Many times I
have this bad habit of saying one thing and then suddenly doing another, simply
because I decided to change my mind. Because of the help of my husband, I am
learning to keep my word, which will help me be a more exceptional person.
My husband taught me that it is an important thing to do especially since we have a child and hope to have more children, because it will teach them to have respect for me. I know that what he taught me is true and important, and I did it! I improved, and having a husband and a child really will help
My husband taught me that it is an important thing to do especially since we have a child and hope to have more children, because it will teach them to have respect for me. I know that what he taught me is true and important, and I did it! I improved, and having a husband and a child really will help
I think
that if a person wants to know if they are exceptional or not, they should ask
themselves:
Who Am I Becoming?
What attributes of my character am I developing?
Do my actions reflect those personal attributes of my character?
What attributes of my character am I developing?
Do my actions reflect those personal attributes of my character?
Rather than:
How prestigious of a lifestyle do I have?
How many countries have I visited?
How much education do I have?
How good am I at a certain talent?
How prestigious of a lifestyle do I have?
How many countries have I visited?
How much education do I have?
How good am I at a certain talent?
Or worse: Is my life more prestigious than theirs?
Have I visited more countries than she has? Do I have more education than my
friends? Am I better at my talents than they are?
Are we
concerned with being our best selves, or being better than someone else?
Is an
exceptional person concerned about getting themselves ahead, or helping others?
Having
a child will also be something that can help me to be a more exceptional
person. For example, because of my child, I can improve so many things about
myself such as time management, consistency, creativity, but also I need to
live as an example, so being more kind, thoughtful, positive, humble, obedient,
righteous, thorough, friendly, loving, gentle, faithful.
Perhaps
an exceptional person is many things. The term “exceptional” can be measured
against many standards.
But I think the most important thing to focus on is what is important to you? What is your priority, or rather, what should your priority be?
There is nothing wrong with having a lot of education, or traveling the world, or being an amazing artist, all of that is wonderful! And there is nothing wrong with being a wife and mother. For these are the divine roles that women are to play.
But I think the most important thing to focus on is what is important to you? What is your priority, or rather, what should your priority be?
There is nothing wrong with having a lot of education, or traveling the world, or being an amazing artist, all of that is wonderful! And there is nothing wrong with being a wife and mother. For these are the divine roles that women are to play.
One can
be an exceptional person, no matter what their situation. You may travel the world and you may be an
exceptional person. You may never see another country or state in your life,
and still be an exceptional person.
But I
do know, and I repeat, that the Family, is the most important unit in society.
The Family is divinely appointed. A mother and father have divine roles,
different, but equally important and necessary.
I say to all the wives,
all the mothers, to Amy Glass and all the people in the world, that you don’t
need Time, Energy, Freedom or Mobility to be Exceptional! We all were born to
be exceptional and if we have the desire to be exceptional, well then nothing
but ourselves can stop us from obtaining that goal. Being exceptional is about Who you are, and
What you are becoming, not in terms of pleasing the world, but in terms of
reflecting your divine nature as a child of God. Being exceptional is about
improving day to day.
Being exceptional is a matter of what is Within your heart, your soul.
Being exceptional is a matter of what is Within your heart, your soul.
Having
a husband and a child does not keep me from being exceptional; rather it is an
opportunity to become more exceptional! And how exciting is that? It is a great
blessing!
May we
lift one another, may we be more consistent, may we (as President Gordon B.
Hinckley said) “be a little better, stand a little taller”.
May we
learn of and remember our purpose in life, and our divine nature. We were born
to be exceptional. Life is a journey that we are all on, may we learn day by
day, and serve one another. May we be kind and loving. May we not be judgmental
but rather, understanding.
I am
once again, thankful for the many opportunities life brings each day, to become
a more exceptional person.
Heidi
Renee Valente – Wife and Mother
February 2, 2014
February 2, 2014
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Mt Ensign 2nd Ward Baby Shower!! TANTO AMOR
What sweet ladies. They totally didn't have to, but they did and they did it with so much love. I was told it started at noon, but apparently it started at 11.....finally a sister came to our home and told me they were all waiting for me! Surprise! Ok! So I hurried to get myself ready and went over, and one of the sisters said they thought maybe I had gone to the hospital! :) Not Yet, thankfully!
They decorated and have food and cake and games and lots of gifts, I am amazed at how many diapers and wipes! Seriously it's awesome! Almost 1000 wipes! haha so cool! We are going to have one clean baby girl :)
They made me cry when they did the "Cadena de Amor" or Chain of Love. They made a paper chain, where each person wrote a piece of advice, or a message, or a wish or something to me or to our baby girl. It was so sweet to hear her name said over and over. Alina :)
Here are the photos!
They decorated and have food and cake and games and lots of gifts, I am amazed at how many diapers and wipes! Seriously it's awesome! Almost 1000 wipes! haha so cool! We are going to have one clean baby girl :)
They made me cry when they did the "Cadena de Amor" or Chain of Love. They made a paper chain, where each person wrote a piece of advice, or a message, or a wish or something to me or to our baby girl. It was so sweet to hear her name said over and over. Alina :)
Here are the photos!
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
A good read, and it's free!
My younger brother Peter posted on Facebook a link to some great writers: the Eyres.
They have a website where you can read their books online for FREE or get them for SUPER CHEAP electronically. The website is called eyresfreebooks.com. I am loving it! I am currently reading, (well I just started today haha) one of the books and its called A Joyful Mother of Children and I am excited to continue reading it!
Hopefully you can find a book there, that you will enjoy and grow from! :) Happy Reading and Learning!
They have a website where you can read their books online for FREE or get them for SUPER CHEAP electronically. The website is called eyresfreebooks.com. I am loving it! I am currently reading, (well I just started today haha) one of the books and its called A Joyful Mother of Children and I am excited to continue reading it!
Hopefully you can find a book there, that you will enjoy and grow from! :) Happy Reading and Learning!
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Thursday, November 14, 2013
94 YEARS 94 AÑOS
Papa, my grandpa, turned 94 yesterday! He had a great big American flag cake for his birthday.
Those who came to celebrate were Me and Flavio, Aunt Chris and Uncle David, Peter and Heather and Melanie, cousin Phillip with his four children, and then a visit from the 9th ward Young men and Young women group with some of their leaders. I took some pictures! I remember that Papa loves humor and comics, so I printed out some comic strips for him, and made him a card. Hopefully he will reach 100 so he gets that letter from the President of the United States, which is what he's looking forward to.
Papa, mi abuelo, cumplio 94 ayer! Tuvo una gran torta de la bandera Estadounidense para su cumple. Aquellos que vinieron a celebrar fueron yo y Flavio, Tia Chris y Tio David, Peter y Heather y Melanie, primo Phillip y sus cuatro hijos, y entonces una visita del grupo de jovenes del barrio 9 con unos de sus lideres. Yo saque unos fotos! Le hice a Papa una tarjeta, e inclui "comics" que son como chistes en dibujitos. Se espera que llega a los 100 años para que pueda recibir una carta del Presidente de los Estados Unidos, porque eso es lo que el quiere.
Those who came to celebrate were Me and Flavio, Aunt Chris and Uncle David, Peter and Heather and Melanie, cousin Phillip with his four children, and then a visit from the 9th ward Young men and Young women group with some of their leaders. I took some pictures! I remember that Papa loves humor and comics, so I printed out some comic strips for him, and made him a card. Hopefully he will reach 100 so he gets that letter from the President of the United States, which is what he's looking forward to.
Papa, mi abuelo, cumplio 94 ayer! Tuvo una gran torta de la bandera Estadounidense para su cumple. Aquellos que vinieron a celebrar fueron yo y Flavio, Tia Chris y Tio David, Peter y Heather y Melanie, primo Phillip y sus cuatro hijos, y entonces una visita del grupo de jovenes del barrio 9 con unos de sus lideres. Yo saque unos fotos! Le hice a Papa una tarjeta, e inclui "comics" que son como chistes en dibujitos. Se espera que llega a los 100 años para que pueda recibir una carta del Presidente de los Estados Unidos, porque eso es lo que el quiere.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
HAPPY 2ND ANNIVERSARY!!! FELIZ 2DO ANIVERSARIO!
HOT CHOCOLATE AND FRUIT ** Breakfast in Bed
COLORFUL DAISIES
TREASURE HUNT FOR A SPECIAL SLIDE SHOW PRESENTATION
SURPRISE DANCE IN THE KITCHEN
SEALINGS IN THE TEMPLE** Tradition
MATERNITY/ANNIVERSARY PHOTOS AT TEMPLE SQUARE
CHOCOLATE CALIENTE Y FRUTA ** Desayuno en la Cama
FLORES DE COLORES
BUSQUEDA DE TESORO PARA UNA PRESENTACION ESPECIAL
BAILE DE SORPRESA EN LA COCINA
SELLAMIENTOS EN EL TEMPLO ** Tradicion
FOTOS DE MATERNIDAD/ANIVERSARIO EN TEMPLE SQUARE
COLORFUL DAISIES
TREASURE HUNT FOR A SPECIAL SLIDE SHOW PRESENTATION
SURPRISE DANCE IN THE KITCHEN
SEALINGS IN THE TEMPLE** Tradition
MATERNITY/ANNIVERSARY PHOTOS AT TEMPLE SQUARE
CHOCOLATE CALIENTE Y FRUTA ** Desayuno en la Cama
FLORES DE COLORES
BUSQUEDA DE TESORO PARA UNA PRESENTACION ESPECIAL
BAILE DE SORPRESA EN LA COCINA
SELLAMIENTOS EN EL TEMPLO ** Tradicion
FOTOS DE MATERNIDAD/ANIVERSARIO EN TEMPLE SQUARE
An Invitation Una Invitacion
I would like to invite you to read mine and Flavio's Mission President's Blog.
His name is Shayne Argyle and he is from West Jordan, UT. He was diagnosed with Leukemia this year. He is undergoing treatments. His blog is very insightful and inspiring as he includes his impressions and what he is learning as it relates to the Gospel and the scriptures.
I know that if you read it, it will help you to draw nearer unto our Heavenly Father.
http://onlybelievesa.blogspot.com
Me gustaria invitarles a leer un blog escrito por el Presidente de Mision de mi y Flavio. Se llama Shayne Argye, y es de West Jordan, Utah. El fue diagnosticado con Leucemia (cancer) este año. Esta recibiendo tratamientos. Su blog es muy inspirador porque da testimonio, y cita escrituras, y habla sobre lo que esta aprendiendo durante esta prueba. Se que al leerlo, ustedes pueden acercar mas al Padre Celestial.
http://onlybelievesa.blogspot.com
His name is Shayne Argyle and he is from West Jordan, UT. He was diagnosed with Leukemia this year. He is undergoing treatments. His blog is very insightful and inspiring as he includes his impressions and what he is learning as it relates to the Gospel and the scriptures.
I know that if you read it, it will help you to draw nearer unto our Heavenly Father.
http://onlybelievesa.blogspot.com
Me gustaria invitarles a leer un blog escrito por el Presidente de Mision de mi y Flavio. Se llama Shayne Argye, y es de West Jordan, Utah. El fue diagnosticado con Leucemia (cancer) este año. Esta recibiendo tratamientos. Su blog es muy inspirador porque da testimonio, y cita escrituras, y habla sobre lo que esta aprendiendo durante esta prueba. Se que al leerlo, ustedes pueden acercar mas al Padre Celestial.
http://onlybelievesa.blogspot.com
Sunday, November 3, 2013
34 SEMANAS! 34 WEEKS!
34 SEMANAS! 34 WEEKS!
Today I am now 34 weeks and only around 6 or so to go!
You never really know, it could be less, could be more, oh boy that is kind of scary! haha Guess I better pack that hospital bag!!
:) This year is flying by! Our little girl will be here before we know it!
Is it normal to not feel at all mentally prepared?!?!?!? :)
It's kind of strange to think one day life is the way it is, and still pregnant of course, but then the next day, you actually have the baby there, needing to be held and cared for and watched over and .....
guess it's time for more relaxation techniques!! Here's to First Time Parents!!
Today I am now 34 weeks and only around 6 or so to go!
You never really know, it could be less, could be more, oh boy that is kind of scary! haha Guess I better pack that hospital bag!!
:) This year is flying by! Our little girl will be here before we know it!
Is it normal to not feel at all mentally prepared?!?!?!? :)
It's kind of strange to think one day life is the way it is, and still pregnant of course, but then the next day, you actually have the baby there, needing to be held and cared for and watched over and .....
guess it's time for more relaxation techniques!! Here's to First Time Parents!!
Happy Halloween and Stake Conference Feliz Halloween y Conferencia de Estaca
Stopped Working
Halloween Shots
The First Snowfall Nooo!
New Presidency - Stake Conference
Dejar de Trabajar
Las Vacunas de Halloween
La Primera Nevada Noooo!
Nueva Presidencia - Conferencia de Estaca
That is correct! I, Heidi, had my last day of work, on Halloween actually. It was funny too because our systems were being updated, so we really didn't do much but tell people they could call back on another day, etc. Some of my coworkers came by my desk, when they found out I was leaving. Lori was one of them, she is a very generous lady who loves to quilt. When Flavio and I got married, she gave us a gift of a big plastic tote with food inside. When she found out we are having a baby, she made baby blankets, and since she didn't know if we were having a girl or boy she had both, and one coworker had a boy I believe, so we got the one for the girl since we're having a girl!
Lois, she is another who came by my desk. She recently retired, and stopped by to offer me some of her Wassail that she makes this time of year. :) Joe also came by, he is one of the Team leads. He recently had some health issues and thankfully recovered. Damaris, Elena and Grace gave me hugs, and my Team lead handed me a card, that many coworkers had signed. Some coworkers like Heidi, (same name as me :) ) chatted with me on the computer, said she'd miss me. As I left work for the last time that day, I was leaving the building realizing that everywhere I was going was going to be the last time, the last time I got in the elevator, the last time I saw my desk, the last time etc. And then I started to just get a bit emotional, but was fine and left the building, and headed to the car to go get my husband from work. It was a hard job, at times I was very bored, at times I got too used to what I was doing and lost that "customer service attitude".
At times I was giving excellent customer service, I remember when I first started, I got a few compliments from customers I guess for how I spoke, or they said I had a nice voice or something. Well this was the longest time I had been at any job, and I've had quite a few! Although there were times I hated it, there were times I didn't hate it :) I met a lot of people there which is cool.
I also learned a good lesson for life, that it is important that we be obedient and always give our best, something that I need to work on, and will probably work on for a long time, but we can do it!
So next up, Halloween Shots! That's right!! Flu and Pertussis! My dear husband accepted my invitation to get those shots to prepare for our baby girl. The Whooping Cough is very contagious and can be deadly for infants, and the flu, well most of us know that the Flu is also not good and can be very harmful. So we went to a nearby store pharmacy to get the shots for Flavio. I had already had the Flu shot, and will get the Pertussis shot later on most likely. When we got to the pharmacy, they said we needed to stay 30 minutes after for observation, but by that time they would be closed, so thankfully (and I love when people provide solutions and other alternatives) they referred us to another pharmacy that was open later. So Halloween night we went to the other pharmacy where a Bavarian beer maid gave Flavio his shots. She was a lady dressed up as the maid of course. And there was no beer involved. Haha! She said the Pertussis hurts more, after, than the Flu :( great...something for me to look forward to.
This morning I looked out the window and things seemed pretty white. I can see the sky and some tree branches, and yes things were white...then Flavio said, it was snowing! Nooooo! I do not want snow this early!! I enjoy the sunshine and I don't like when this part of UT gets all dreary looking. Thankfully it stopped snowing and the sunshine came out.
Off we went to Stake Conference today. A new Presidency was called. I enjoyed the talks by the Elders who are Seventies.
Tonight we got a visit also from our neighbors, and it looks like both Flavio and I are a part of Scouts now! :)
Here's to a Wonderful Week ahead!!
Something REALLY BIG AND IMPORTANT is happening this week, so STAY TUNED!!
Halloween Shots
The First Snowfall Nooo!
New Presidency - Stake Conference
Dejar de Trabajar
Las Vacunas de Halloween
La Primera Nevada Noooo!
Nueva Presidencia - Conferencia de Estaca
That is correct! I, Heidi, had my last day of work, on Halloween actually. It was funny too because our systems were being updated, so we really didn't do much but tell people they could call back on another day, etc. Some of my coworkers came by my desk, when they found out I was leaving. Lori was one of them, she is a very generous lady who loves to quilt. When Flavio and I got married, she gave us a gift of a big plastic tote with food inside. When she found out we are having a baby, she made baby blankets, and since she didn't know if we were having a girl or boy she had both, and one coworker had a boy I believe, so we got the one for the girl since we're having a girl!
Lois, she is another who came by my desk. She recently retired, and stopped by to offer me some of her Wassail that she makes this time of year. :) Joe also came by, he is one of the Team leads. He recently had some health issues and thankfully recovered. Damaris, Elena and Grace gave me hugs, and my Team lead handed me a card, that many coworkers had signed. Some coworkers like Heidi, (same name as me :) ) chatted with me on the computer, said she'd miss me. As I left work for the last time that day, I was leaving the building realizing that everywhere I was going was going to be the last time, the last time I got in the elevator, the last time I saw my desk, the last time etc. And then I started to just get a bit emotional, but was fine and left the building, and headed to the car to go get my husband from work. It was a hard job, at times I was very bored, at times I got too used to what I was doing and lost that "customer service attitude".
At times I was giving excellent customer service, I remember when I first started, I got a few compliments from customers I guess for how I spoke, or they said I had a nice voice or something. Well this was the longest time I had been at any job, and I've had quite a few! Although there were times I hated it, there were times I didn't hate it :) I met a lot of people there which is cool.
I also learned a good lesson for life, that it is important that we be obedient and always give our best, something that I need to work on, and will probably work on for a long time, but we can do it!
So next up, Halloween Shots! That's right!! Flu and Pertussis! My dear husband accepted my invitation to get those shots to prepare for our baby girl. The Whooping Cough is very contagious and can be deadly for infants, and the flu, well most of us know that the Flu is also not good and can be very harmful. So we went to a nearby store pharmacy to get the shots for Flavio. I had already had the Flu shot, and will get the Pertussis shot later on most likely. When we got to the pharmacy, they said we needed to stay 30 minutes after for observation, but by that time they would be closed, so thankfully (and I love when people provide solutions and other alternatives) they referred us to another pharmacy that was open later. So Halloween night we went to the other pharmacy where a Bavarian beer maid gave Flavio his shots. She was a lady dressed up as the maid of course. And there was no beer involved. Haha! She said the Pertussis hurts more, after, than the Flu :( great...something for me to look forward to.
This morning I looked out the window and things seemed pretty white. I can see the sky and some tree branches, and yes things were white...then Flavio said, it was snowing! Nooooo! I do not want snow this early!! I enjoy the sunshine and I don't like when this part of UT gets all dreary looking. Thankfully it stopped snowing and the sunshine came out.
Off we went to Stake Conference today. A new Presidency was called. I enjoyed the talks by the Elders who are Seventies.
Tonight we got a visit also from our neighbors, and it looks like both Flavio and I are a part of Scouts now! :)
Here's to a Wonderful Week ahead!!
Something REALLY BIG AND IMPORTANT is happening this week, so STAY TUNED!!
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Celebrating Grandpa Shaffer Celebrando el Abuelo Shaffer
What a beautiful and uplifting funeral! Today we attended Grandpa Shaffer's funeral and it was very spiritual. What a wonderful person Grandpa is! What great lessons he has taught with his life's example. I'm grateful for all the nice memories of Grandpa. His casket was lovely and the flowers were too. The weather was beautiful. Here are some pictures from today:
Que hermosa y edificante funeral! Hoy asistimos al funeral del abuelo Shaffer y fue muy espiritual. Que maravillosa persona que es el abuelo! Que grandes lecciones ha enseñado con el ejemplo de su vida. Estoy agradecida por todos los lindos recuerdos del abuelo. Su cajon fue bonito y las fores tambien. El clima fue hermoso. Aqui estan unas fotos de hoy:
Que hermosa y edificante funeral! Hoy asistimos al funeral del abuelo Shaffer y fue muy espiritual. Que maravillosa persona que es el abuelo! Que grandes lecciones ha enseñado con el ejemplo de su vida. Estoy agradecida por todos los lindos recuerdos del abuelo. Su cajon fue bonito y las fores tambien. El clima fue hermoso. Aqui estan unas fotos de hoy:
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