Amaze You

This counsel by our Prophet, Russell M. Nelson

is changing my life.

I have been studying this particular part relentlessly lately:

"Sometimes we speak almost casually about walking away 

from the world with its contention, pervasive temptations, and false philosophies. 

But truly doing so requires you to examine your life meticulously and regularly. 

As you do so, the Holy Ghost will prompt you about what is no longer needful, 

what is no longer worthy of your time and energy.

As you shift your focus away from worldly distractions, 

some things that seem important to you now will recede in priority. 

You will need to say no to some things, even though they may seem harmless. 

As you embark upon and continue this lifelong process of

 consecrating your life to the Lord, the changes in your perspective, 

feelings, and spiritual strength will amaze you!"

I am determining with the help of the Lord what is "no longer needful,

what is no longer worthy of [my] time and energy".

And I think in the coming months I am going to be making some changes

so I can become a better mother, wife, and minister for the Lord.

I look forward to that.

Spiritual Enlightenment: Spiritual Treasures

Cheering

Last week Oliver C. Nielson #17 finished up his first year of football as QB2.

Most of our Thursdays for the last three months were spent under the 

lights eating Mexican food for dinner in the stands.

It was Gigs and Lottie running around the bleachers 

chasing each other (or other kids), and

Jane and Claire finishing up homework while

 simultaneously watching the game.

And it was Christian and I cheering on our boy! 

Maybe for me a little too loud

(depends on who you ask),  but I can't help it.

You know as a veteran cheerleader, you can't take

the cheer out of the cheerleader. ( I just made that up).

I'm going to miss our Thursday routine,

 but I know we will be back before we know it.

Ranch hopping

Today Mr Nielson and I are headed out west for work, or

what I like call "ranch hopping". 
We are going to be vising ranches
where Christian will implement his newly created scientific cattle app
with the land owners, ranchers, and cattlemen.
He's worked SO hard on this app these past few years,
( oh, like four to be exact),
and I am excited to see his hard work and dreams become realities.

This little getaway will also double as a birthday trip for Mr. Nielson
who turns 41 later this month.
My only wish for this trip is that I see some snow....

And also that our airplane doesn't crash.  Seriously.

The Little Nies are on their own.
This is why having an 18 year old is really handy!

* Weather alert: while I was waiting for Lottie at the bus stop yesterday,
it began sleeting.  I know it's not snow, but it's close enough!!