Relief

Well, as you may have noticed, I really haven't been in the "Blogging" mood. When we started this, we thought it would be a fun way to record our life story. That being said, I've decided that I really should try to keep this thing up to date so one day we can look back and reminisce.

Anyway, we are watching the hockey game right now....it's just minutes into the 1st period and Wes already isn't impressed. It's times like this that it's best to give Wes his space....he can tend to get grouchy when we're losing. (Love ya babe!)

So, a couple of months ago I was pulled aside by a member of the bishopric. Immediately, I was trying to figure out in my mind what he was going to ask me to do...I had just received a new calling (Sunbeam Teacher) and thought it would be odd if they were to release me only a week later. Then, he asked me if I would Chair the committee for the Relief Society Birthday Celebration. Of course I said I would, but to be honest I was a little surprised...I guess I just expected the enrichment board to do this. But, I was grateful for this opportunity.

So, I had two other girls from our ward to work with me...Karli Atkinson and Kate Smith. We all took charge of a portion of the Celebration: I organized the food portion, Karli the decorations, and Kate planned the program. Throughout our planning, everything seemed to be going really well and just falling into place. But, of course I tend to stress out about things from time to time. Not that I thought it would be a disaster...I just wanted everything to go really well. Really, the only part I was worried about was the food....I knew everything else would be just fine.

So, now that it is over, I am very happy to say that none of my nightmares last night came true! The program was uplifting, the decorations were beautiful, and the food was delicious.

There are some people who just thrive on event planning, and there are others who don't....I would say I'm with those who don't. But, of course I am always happy and willing to serve in any way that I'm needed.

I was grateful to have this opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the the sisters in our ward that I don't necessarily come in contact very often. I was grateful to have so many helping hands throughout, and am just grateful to serve....it always makes me feel good.

When it was over, I was relieved and definitely exhausted....I came home and immediately laid down and took a long nap.

FYI....now, we're in the end of the 1st period....the Flames have shot a few goals... and my husband is now in a much better mood! :)