September

So, I haven't been very good about writing this month, even though a lot has happened.

We started school...ugh. I'm taking 17 credits and hopefully I can make it through in one piece. My classes are pretty interesting, which makes it better. Bryan is in his last semester of classes before his internship, so he is pretty excited about that. His classes are really hard as well, so hopefully we will live to see the end of this semester. :)

During Labor Day weekend, my parents came up on their way to drop Kyle off at BYU-daho. It's kind of crazy to think that my little brother is in college, but he is enjoying it. We had a good time with my family that weekend and went to a family reunion. It was cool to see all of my cousins again, especially because they were the ones I was close to while I was growing up.

That weekend we also saw a play. A musical actually at a theater in West Valley. We saw The Scarlet Pimpernelle ( I think that is how to spell it, I'm too lazy to make sure it is right =D). It was amazing! We laughed a lot and were really impressed by the entire production. I wish we could have seen it again!

Lets see, what else have we done...

A couple weeks ago, we went horseback riding at our Bishop's house again. We went with our friends from our ward, and had a ton of fun. Here are some pictures!



Oh yeah, Bryan got called as the first counselor in one of the EQs in our ward. That was pretty eventful. And Bryan had to point out to the Bishop that I am "between callings." Hopefully I get to be on the birthday committee, or something like that.

Last night, we went to say goodbye to my old roommate before she reported to the MTC the next day (today). It was so good to see her again! I know she is going to be a great missionary. She is going to Rochester, NY, and more specifically, the Hill Cumorah Visitor's Center. It was hard to say goodbye, but I know that she is off to do a great work.

So, that in a nutshell has been September so far. Tonight, we have True Blue Football! I'm so excited! Hopefully I'll be able to post some pictures later.

Ciao!

Camping!

The last week of August, Bryan and I went camping with my parents and little brother to the redwoods in California. We had a blast! It was so beautiful there and really enjoyed spending time with my family.





I'm really glad we had the opportunity to go. It was a ton of fun. I love camping! I love to be out in nature and not have to worry about anything. Except mosquito bites, which I got a lot of. I wish we could have stayed longer!

Oquirrh Mountain Temple Dedication

Today we had the opportunity to attend the Oquirrh Mountain Temple dedication. It was amazing. I enjoyed listening to the speakers, but I could really feel the spirit during the dedicatory prayer. It makes me so glad that I have the chance to attend the temple so often. It has been a real blessing in my life to have been called with Bryan as the temple coordinators in our ward; otherwise I don't think I would have gotten over my nervousness. Having the responsibility to go every month with the ward was the push I needed to become a more regular temple attender.

President Monson told a funny story about Pres. Uchtdorf that all enjoyed. They were in a 747 airplane, looking around and they went to the cockpit. Pres. Monson said that it was all he could to to stop Pres. Uchtdorf from sitting in the pilots seat, but he sat down anyway. As Pres. Uchtdorf put his hands on the wheel, Pres. Monson said, "Don't do it Dieter!" I think it was funnier hearing it, but I still chuckle thinking about it.

It was a great experience and I am glad I had the chance to witness it.

Something New

Yesterday, Liz, PJ, Bryan, and I went tandem bicycling. Its was pretty crazy, but a lot of fun. You have to work really hard with the person you are riding with in order to stay upright. Bryan and I only had one near-accident; but by the end, we were working pretty well together.

Afterwardsm we went over to Liz and PJ's place to have cookies and play a game. All in all, a great evening!

Happy Birthday Bryan!

So, we celebrated Bryan's birthday this last week (it was actually on sunday). We had a really good time. Last thursday we went to Tucanos and stuffed ourselves silly. It was kind of nice becuase we got a birthday card in the mail that gave Bryan a free meal there. Basically a two for one deal. Sweet!

On friday, we went to go see G.I. Joe with some friends of ours. We actually went to an older theater that plays new movies for $4. Yay! We went on opening day, got in for half the price it would normally cost at a normal theater, AND it was completely empty of anyone except the four of us. Pretty neat, right?

We went up to visit Bryan's parents on saturday. We had a really good time eating, talking, and playing games. Bryan liked the presents he got and the cake...so all in all, a successful trip.

On Bryan's actually birthday though, we had to work...sad! But at least we had a fun weekend!

A Neat Experience

My cousin Matt is serving a mission for the LDS Church in San Jose, CA. Below is an email from a local radio show that is sent out every so often. My cousin is the elder that she mentions that asked about her lawn. Pretty neat experience for everyone involved.


Quantum Biofeedback Master/Trina Hammack and Author of
You Are The Message, Michael Tamura next on...

The Sheila Show
Sat. July 11th
www.krxa540.com
July 10th, 2009

Miracle of the Week! This great idea(MOW) is courtesy of my 12 year old daughter Natasha!!
Last week I told you how I was standing in my yard looking at the overgrown everything, feeling overwhelmed and asking God for help. In the next breath 2 men appeared and began to give me their spiritual sermon. I kindly listened and before I could shoo them away, one turned to me, looked around and said, "Ma am looks like you could use some help here, we'd love to help you." As I burst into tears (of gratitude and dis-belief!) they made a plan and came back the next day. They worked 2 hours pruning and raking. Here's what's happened since.

They are missionaries with the Mormon Church.They returned a few days later, this time there were 4 of them. My lot is 1/2 an acre so there's plenty to do! I brought them grape juice and watched as they weed wacked, trimmed hedges, pulled weeds and filled 2 big green cans. Yesterday, they came back again! This time (I kid you not) there were 8!! Natasha and I made them lemonade. One of the boys was no more than 10. They filled 3 green cans.(thank you neighbors) When I looked in each of their eyes to say thank you before they left, I was so filled with love and gratitude, it's hard to explain. This experience will be remembered by me as one of the most powerful, profound and wonderful miracles of my life! Never once did they want anything in return.

My dear friend Mary said to me, "You know Sheila, as much as they're helping you, maybe you're helping them."

The next time you see people neatly dressed with bibles in hand, instead of running in the house for cover, why not smile and say hello? You never know where it may lead.
With Gratitude!
Sheila
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Independence Day

I love the 4th of July. I love the good food, the heat, the fireworks, and celebrating this country. God bless America.
This year, Bryan's family came down. We had a great dinner, and we enjoyed the Stadium of Fire fireworks for free and without having to listen to all the girls scream for the Jonas Brothers.

A great holiday if I do say so myself.