Music

All my life I have LOVED music.

I started singing at church at a very young age and when I was able to join choir at school I did. I had opportunities to sing solos in school as well as church. While I was young, I always thought I was good and it made me so happy to sing for others. Then I grew up.

The music died. The excitement died. I lost that feeling of love and confidence. Slowly I lost my voice. Until now.

I got married. I now have 4 kids and I enjoy singing them to sleep more than anything. I mostly sing primary songs (religious songs from the LDS children's book) but occasionally I will throw a few random songs in there. Even after they are asleep I will continue to sing. I am not sure if it's because they won't judge me or because no one else can hear me, either way it is my haven.

Music is emotional for me. I will tear up, get excited, solemn, or even mad when I hear music. It such a heightened feeling that is almost overwhelming. I can't explain the feelings that occur when I hear music. It just takes me to another place almost outside of myself and I can't help but internalize what is being said in the lyrics or even feel the beat in my bones. I LOVE music is an understatement.

Lately I have been feeling I need to go back to school but for what? I mean I am almost 34, what would I major in? I have been searching and praying for ideas or guidance, then I took this silly quiz on BuzzFeed.com titled "What is your hidden talent?" and lo and behold mine was MUSIC. I know what you're thinking, I can't base my decision on a silly quiz. You're right. It was just a little push to explore that major. So I will.

All I know is music is good for the soul. Music makes me happy. Music can change a mood almost instantly. It can bring people together. It can make my kids dance crazily around my living room. It can get my twins to stop what they are doing and dance. It can speak to our souls. It can bring answers to questions.

Whether I pursue it or not, it will always be a part of my life. It will always take me to a wonderful place and mean so much to me.

Here's a song that I have recently found and can't stop listening.

On top of the world

Tablets

We finally got with the times and bought a tablet. Yay! We are android users so it only made sense to stick with that. We already have Samsung galaxy phones so of course we stuck with the family and got a Samsung tablet. We picked up the Samsung Note 10.1 in white 2014 edition and we LOVE it! It is perfect for what we needed.  Richard mainly uses it for school and after using it only 2 days he says he is already getting more out of class. He is able to follow along with his professors lessons and keep notes. I am loving it because it is easy to use and I can stick it in my diaper bag. Another one of our reasons to get it was we wanted something to occupy the kids if we needed to but...........

We found this tablet. It's also a Samsung. It's the kids Tab. It came with a protective case and it's already in kid mode. We have downloaded all educational apps and it allows you to set time limits. Another cool perk is you can change it to a "standard home screen" and it turns into a regular tablet. Needless to say the whole family loves it. 

If you are considering getting a tablet, do your research. Stick with what you know. It made sense for us to stick with Samsung because now all of our devices are synced. So easy and convenient.  

Spring is in the air!

It might not be in the air on the calender but dang it, it seems like it is outside. We have been having 40 degree temps with sunshine and rain. I can't help but be excited for winter to be over. I look forward to a new earth with beautiful flowers and all the creatures coming out from hibernating. I love spring. It a time to feel renewed. 

MY TOP 5 FOR SPRING

Sandals

(i prefer these over any other shoe)

Playing outside

(we get a little stir-crazy in the winter)

Flowers

Easter 

and the meaning it brings.

Spring Break

(we are taking a little vacation this year) 

No matter if spring is here or not it feels like it and I already am starting to feel the renewal of myself that is the healing process. Never is it too late to make a change.