"It is not how much we do but how much LOVE we put in the doing. It is not how much we give but how much LOVE we put in the giving." Mother Teresa

"It is vital that we, the sisters of Relief Society, learn to hear the voice of the Lord. Yet I worry that too often we fail to seek the guidance of the Spirit. Perhaps we don’t know how and haven’t made it a priority to learn. Or we’re so aware of our personal failings that we don’t feel worthy, don’t really believe the Lord will talk to us, and therefore don’t seek revelation. Or we’ve allowed the distractions and pace of our lives to crowd out the Spirit. What a tragedy! For the Holy Ghost blesses us with optimism and wisdom at times of challenge that we simply cannot muster on our own. No wonder that one of the adversary’s favorite tactics among righteous LDS women is busyness—getting us so preoccupied with the flurry of daily life that we fail to immerse ourselves in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Sisters, we can’t afford not to seek the things of the Spirit! There is too much at stake. Too many people are depending on us as mothers, as sisters, leaders, and friends. A woman led by the Lord knows where to turn for answers and for peace. She can make difficult decisions and face problems with confidence because she takes her counsel from the Spirit, and from her leaders who are also guided by the Spirit."
Sheri L. Dew, “We Are Not Alone,” Ensign, Nov 1998, 94

Merry Christmas from the Ladies in 434!
Chandi Budd, Emily, Ashley Brock, and Angie Anderson
We took pictures for our Christmas card. We had a blast with our mustaches. These girls have been amazing roommates. We have had a lot of fun together. There is always a party going on at our apartment. Our favorite thing to do together is play Just Dance on the wii. We love to laugh and have parties.

Our model poses! Work it! Work it! Growl for me! Grrr.

We thought it was funny how the brown mustache matched my hair; almost a little too well.

These ladies are awesome. Need I say more?!

Computer lab, two sisters and the boy in the brown sweatshirt!

Amelia and I have been working at the Taggart Student Center in the computer lab this evening. We had way too much fun together. It is really bad when we are laughing hysterically and we're suppose to be quiet. I showed her a funny youtube video. There were people from the 1960's or 70's who said some wicked awesome dance moves. Amelia and I are going to try them out sometime.

A love note from Jared

Another funny thing happened tonight there were two girls who came into the computer lab. The one girl handed me a piece of lined paper folded twice. She said some boy in a brown sweatshirt asked us to give you this note, it might be a love note. Amelia and I started to laugh. I opened it up and sure enough it was. He told me that he had been kicking himself for not coming up to me the last time he saw me in the lab. He said I was beautiful. He wanted to talk to me but felt he would save us both from having an awkward moment so he wrote me a note instead. He gave me his number and asked me to call if I wanted to go to a play, go bungee jumping, or many other things he listed. Or we could sit and have hot chocolate and just talk. Amelia said man why don't I ever get love notes. She said maybe it has to do with the blue hair.

USU's The Swing Set (Elite Hall)

The Swing Set Team 2010-2011

Dancing is pretty much the best thing ever. I love it so much. It always puts me the best mood after I am done dancing.

Bren Williams is my dance partner. His favorite part is throwing me out in front of him. He tries to see how far and how high I will go.

CRAZY LEGS!!!!

More CRAZY LEGS!!!!

Here we are at the Shark Attack in Salt Lake City. Here is the group doing the Susie Q's. We forgot to let Melissa into the middle. We have had so much fun dancing together.

For ward prayer my roommates and I sang a song to help introduce ourselves. Here are the lyrics to the song. It goes to the tune of "You and I" by Ingrid Michaelson

THE 434 SONG

Don't you worry there dear wardies
Our apartment throws dance parties
And we're always eating lots of food.

You might think we're kind of nerdy
But you'll find we're rather flirty
And we're all just waiting to be woo-ed

So if you need to celebrate
an obscure holiday
or if you have an intense love of cheese
and wanna go out of your way

Come find us - it's always an adventure
In Legacy 434
We'll be there, waiting
for you, yes we will!

Am I Diligent Learner?

I am very thankful for institute classes. This semester I was signed up for three. I have been taking Church History, Scripture Study: Power of the Word, and Religion in Life. Yesterday I attended Religion in Life. Elder Jay E. Jensen who is a member of the Presidency of the Seventy spoke. He was very insightful in what he had to say. He talked about Jesus Christ being a teacher and a learner. "And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man." (Luke 2:52) Jesus increased and grew. He never stops growing. What an amazing thought that is?! Elder Jensen said that Christ had two main purposes in coming to the earth.
1. He came to work out the infinite Atonement.
2. Christ came to set an example of righteousness in all things.

Elder Jensen is passionate about education. He believes that WE TEACH TO LEARN. He said until you can teach it, you still do not have your arms around it.

AM I A DILIGENT LEARNER?

1. I become a diligent learner when I want it.
2. I become a diligent learner when I am persistant and stick with it.
3. I become a diligent learner when I pray in specifics, meaningful specifics. Pray formally and informally. Be more prayerful in your hearts throughout a meeting such as sacrament meeting or sunday school. Prayer is an essential component of being a diligent learner. "I must pay the higher and right price to learn."
4. I become a diligent learner when I ask questions. Questions invite revelation. Am I hearing something that no one else has the ability to say it?
5. I become a diligent learner when I write, organize, expand and teach what I'm learning. Quote ideas from the Holy Ghost.
6. I become a dilident learner when I'm a good listener and observer espeically of older people.
7. I become a diligent learner when I arise early and retire early.
8. I become a diligent learner when I am punctual, revenrent and a disciple.
9. I become a diligent learner when I accept responsiblity of learning inspite of the quality of the teacher. There is much to be learned. I will learn much.

I want these things to be my motto. I wish I had realized and learned these things when I first started college. But it is never too late to start.