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I hope all y'all had a happy Thanksgiving and everyone had a fun time spending time with family. I sure did. We headed down to Salt Lake Wednesday afternoon. This year my thoughts about Thanksgiving was different. Ever since moving here to Boise and traveling to Caldwell for work each morning I have been listening to the Book of Mormon on my ride and before I head up I bow my head and say a little prayer. I have noticed a willingness and giving of myself to others around me more. I am incredibly grateful for the Savior and for his love for each in every one of us and for His emulating power. "If life gets too hard to stand, kneel." This quote was in my room as I was growing up and still has an impact on my to this day. Through the words of the scriptures I try to listen to each morning there are many examples of everyday life of trials and happiness, but if we all simply come unto Christ, He is waiting there for each of us.

It was fun being down in Salt Lake this weekend to see the snow on the trees and the calmness it brought. My mom and I went to a free boxing class on Thanksgiving morning, which is always fun. There were a ton of people there we had to share a bag. I was in charge of the stuffing and the potatoes and I don't mean to brag, but I think they turned out great with a little help from Steve. It is always a good time chatting with my crazy family. We did a little Black Friday shopping that evening and the next day. We all went over to my Aunt LoLo house the next day to make ugly Christmas sweaters and have dinner. Saturday my mom and I hit the boxing gym again, but this time it was way less crowd. I really enjoy boxing because of my stroke my right arm is weak sauce and afterward my whole upper right side is sore. :) Before heading back home, I met up with my best friend Scottie and chatted with her over breakfast. It was great to finally get to see her because every time I am in Salt Lake she isn't, so we had to get together. She is amazing and I love her so much. I love how we don't talk for a month and we can pick it right back up where we left off. I am so thankful that she is in my life.

Do not forget, Heavenly Father knows each of you and is always ready to help." -Ronald A. Rasband



We got our photos back from Meish and they turned out AMAZE BALLS!! If you need family photos or whatever photos and you live in Salt Lake area or near by check her out meishphotography.com 



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