Welp, I haven't been on the blog scene of late. I had a particularly ugly visit from the crow, among other things.
Things are just sorta trucking along. We finally got our window fixed this week. That's the only noteworthy thing I can think of. I'll refresh your memory: I broke it with a tap shoe whilst killing a wasp. Just so you know, that was after Charlotte busted out a pane whilst (2 whilsts, people!) hanging on a reclining chair that, you guessed it, surprisingly reclined. This was a few short months ago, so it is record time for us.
My wonderful NCIS began again, and it did not disappoint. It's (sadly) the highlight of my week. I also watch Project Runway, but since it reruns about 16 times a week, I don't freak out if I miss it.
See? Nothing of import or interest. Sunday was a bomb, but big surprise. I always struggle with Sunday. I love the Lord - that's how I get through it. It's a good thing he looks into the hearts of men and not just at our behavior. I would get a failing grade. Especially lately. I gotta get up and fix some stuff in my world. AND I gotta get some fancy stuff prepared for my kids for General Conference this weekend.
The following presentation is an explanation of General Conference. If you know, then stop reading now, because I'm not writing anything after this. If you haven't stopped already b/c this post is blah.
Okay. General Conference. Bi-annually, the church holds a, you guessed it, general conference world-wide. It is broadcast by satellite, web, some cable, radio. It features the prophet and apostles as well as other key leaders in the church giving addresses on various gospel subjects. It's really awesome. The biggie deal is that regular church is canceled since G.C. is held in four sessions. Two in Sat. and two on Sun. Each session is 2 hours long. These ain't no repeats. Each session has different speakers and topics and whatnot. Anyway, it is extremely uplifting and encouraging and goes a long way in guiding and redirecting my life If I listen up. I doze periodically, but that is mortal. We are talking 8 hours, peeps.
Now, since this can be daunting for adults, kids especially need some help. Yes, I expect my kids to watch all four sessions. Eventually. Now, they usually only watch 2. But that's a-changin'. They need to know that when a prophet speaks, we listen. It's the most important thing they'll hear. That said, there are lots of fun activity packets available online with coloring pages, bingo cards, games, etc. to help them focus a little on what is being said. I promised the kids I'd have fun stuff and special meals to keep us looking forward to the weekend. Now, I have to deliver.
11 comments:
I am so sorry you're struggling. I will be praying. Conference is coming just in time. Hey one thing we did last year which we all loved was this game where whenever a speaker said a certain word we all got candy. It was easy and delicious and got the kids and us listening. Like if the speaker mentioned trials everyone got a rocky road, or when he mentioned tithing we all got a gold coin.
Got my menu planned for this weekend too. Now it is time for shopping and printing up "the" GC kids packets!
I like Natalee's idea!! It sounds fun for all ages! Everyone else in blogland sounds so prepared for GC... I guess I better get my bootay in gear.
Great to hear from you! I read your General Conference description even though I already know about it. Glad I did though - if you happen to find any great conference activities for kids will you pass them along? I always get sucky ones that only last maybe 2 minutes of the whole thing. Do you guys still go to the church or do you stay home? Our ward doesn't even broadcast it so we have to stay home for all 4. I'd like to at least go for 1 ya know? It seems to make a difference to get out and get dressed up to listen. Anyway, love you!
Sounds like I need to come to your house to watch conference:) GC, games, & good food! Good luck getting it all organized, such a good mom!
Sounds like I need to come to your house to watch conference:) GC, games, & good food! Good luck getting it all organized, such a good mom!
I printed up those packets for the first time this year and 5 packets at 20 pages a piece...well, they better deliver. Plus, I bought a ton of candy to play the "eat a different candy for the different topics discussed game" which is akin to a mormon drinking game I think. So I've invested a lot of time and money into keeping my kids involved during this weekend and you know what that means: if it doesn't go well I will be a raging maniac. No different from any other day I guess.
jen--you always have a great reminder for me. sometimes i focus too much on the behavior instead of on the heart.
and sarah, you are a total crack up.
when we were younger, my mom had this bingo cards with conference themes on them. They were for little kids and had like a picture of a church and the word underneath, so even if we couldn't read, we could still play. We played with candy so that when we got a bingo, we could eat it. I think if you google conference bingo you could probably find it.... MISS YOU!!
are you going to gno? b/c i want you there.
Your hair looked so pretty today! And you were workin' it with the red lipstick. :)
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