Family

This past weekend, we watched 8 hours of  the Semi-Annual LDS General Conference via the internet (we don't have a TV). Oh how inspiring it was to hear men of God give council and guidance to people across the globe! Naturally, I went in with some general and personal questions seeking guidance and answers. I came out of it with guidance and answers and a new sense of commitment to my faith and most especially my Family.

Was it just me, or did a large portion of the speakers seem to speak upon the subjects of Family, Children, Parenting, Teaching in the home, etc.? As I browse over my notes, it doesn't seem that these themes were the MAIN topics of a lot of the talks, but sure were tied in or referenced in a lot of them (or maybe I just was listening for/needing to hear these themes.)

There are so many worthwhile things to be doing with my time. As I think about how I spend my time, my priorities are revealed. I might have good intentions or a willing heart for the best priorities, but how I spend my time REALLY reveals where my priorities are. After conference, I realize I may need to re-prioritize some things in my life, especially my family!

One could rationalize that since I am a stay-at-home mom, I AM focusing on my family. That may be true to some degree, but am I spending my time wisely in order to optimize my time teaching, playing with, valuing my family? Well, I have some new goals about how I spend my time at home with the girls and my time with Ben. After all, as Elder Ballard said...The most important cause of your lifetime is your family! :)

Here's some cute recent pics of the girls just doing what they do best...

Showing off her "pretties"

Showing off her books

Fun at the park!

St. Patty's Day pickle! Yum!

Playing Ponies together.*sigh* So cute!