A little Thank you.

Last weekend I had the privilege to speak at our Stake Conference. I was so nervous to stand up in front of strangers and talk about something that is very personal for me. I just wanted to send a little thank you to every one who came to support me from our ward, and my family. You are all so great and I love you all. I can't thank you enough.

Speaking

About a year ago I was asked by my bishop to speak in our Sacrament meeting. I had never done this before and I was extremely nervous. I was just asked to tell my conversion story and how I became a member. It should have been easy right? It wasn't. I was so nervous I thought I was going to faint. I started crying before words ever came out of my mouth. And I bawled the whole way through. I don't think anybody could understand a word I said. And when it was over, I went running for the hall for a deep breath. Well, that was the most terrifying moment of my life. Until.........I got a call from our Stake President wanting to meet with me. I thought for sure I was getting a stake calling. Wrong! He asked me to speak in Stake conference. I was terrified!!!! I just replayed my talk I had given to our ward and thought there is no way I can get through it. Well, this last Saturday was the big day. That morning I still had no idea what I was going to say and I was getting really nervous. I had been to the temple just a couple days before and prayed for some inspiration and hadn't gotten it yet. So, Saturday afternoon, I locked my self in my room with my scriptures and started reading. I thought I had come up with some pretty good stuff and I jotted down an outline of what I was going to say. I prayed that I would have control and not stand up and babble and cry for 10 min. I just wanted to keep my composure so the congregation could understand me. I think I did pretty well. I was the first to speak, but before my turn a couple sang a beautiful song. I'm not sure of the songs title but it brought so much peace to me and when it was time for me to stand up, I suddenly felt confident and relaxed. I knew I would be able to share our story and touch the people who heard it. I sincerely believe that my prayers were answered, not only during my talk, but many, many other times. I am so grateful for all the blessings that we have.

Classic Fun Center

Happy Birthday to my Cousins little boy Kyler! He just turned 3 and he had his party at "Classic" I didn't even know that place was still open. I hadn't been there since Jr. High. WOW! Has it changed. In addition to the skating rink they now have a huge bounce house room and jungle area that kids can climb around in. The boys loved it and wanted to stay forever. They got to have pizza, play arcade games, bounce in the bounce house and climb the jungle. So, Thanks, Kari, for including us. We had a blast.

Birthday Update

I know, I am a little behind schedule, but I have been spending all my free time at the gym. I have decided that I need to have a bikini body by the time the pool opens. Lets just say, I have some work to do.

Anyway.....Caleb just turned 6 (Jan 26). Holy Crap! I can't believe he is 6 already. It seems just like yesterday I was on strict bed rest trying to get him to stay in just a little longer. And now he only has a few months left in Kindergarten. Time flys when you are having fun. He had a great day. Pugsy Grandma and Grandpa came out and surprised him with dinner, presents and ice cream cake. He had no idea they were coming. We hid there car in my garage and when he got home from school he couldn't believe they were here. He was so excited.



Make a wish!


RC Transformer Robot


Art Desk (with paint, yikes)


Ice cream cake.


He hates getting cloths, but he looks so handsome.

Happy Birthday Buddy! We love you so much.

Stay tuned

I guess its been a while. I promise before the week is out, I will have you all updated on what's been going on in the Hoskins' home. So stay tuned...........