Texas Muse

Lifetime Changes

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:17:56 -0500

I am in shock that it is already the middle of July and I haven’t written. There are many reasons that I have not written, many too personal to share. Needless to say, it is time to begin.

This year has been a beginning of a new life for me. A chance to start over in many ways. I am so grateful for trials and how they help us to learn and grow. I am thankful for the opportunities I have had to face fears and overcome them with the help of God.

There has been much of joy and sorrow this year in my life. I will endeavor to share the joy!

Family Newsletter 2009

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:46:22 -0600

Since time is running short this season, we are sending our newsletter out via blog. Hope you enjoy!

Ballet

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 21:25:50 -0600

Anyone who knows me, knows that I love nutcrackers. I have loved them ever since I went to see Ballet West’s version of The Nutcracker when I was eight years old. My Aunt Cyndy took me for my first time and then again when I was ten. I have loved that ballet ever since.
I have been privileged to see the ballet many times over my lifetime. In the past my Grandmother paid for me, my mom, my girls, my aunts and my cousins to go and see The Nutcracker. Unfortunately we live too far away to go with them now.
I feared that I might never see The Nutcracker again, you see my dear husband however hates The Nutcracker, and ballet in general, so I knew he wouldn’t take me. I was thinking that maybe one of these years I would have to take the girls myself and go. I had just been thinking about all of these things when a few days before my birthday, my sister Maria came over. She told me that she was going to take me to The Nutcracker as my birthday present. I was SO excited! Especially because Maria, like my husband, hates The Nutcracker! The fact that she was willing to take me was an even better gift than going to the ballet itself.
We went last night and had a marvelous time! I loved Ballet Austin’s version of The Nutcracker. The way they did the ending was the best I’ve ever seen! It was great! Thanks Maria for a wonderful birthday present! You are an amazing sister!
Love,
-D

Special Day

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:05:02 -0500

Patience was baptized on August 1st. It was an eventful day. Patience was so excited to be baptized. She had been looking forward to this day for a long time. She was so nervous about her bishop’s interview. She was adorable! After she was baptized she told me that she felt clean, really, really clean. It was neat.

Eight is Awesome!

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:49:05 -0500

Patience turned eight almost a month ago. In honor of her eighth birthday I threw her a Royal Birthday party.

Maria made a cake fit for a princess...

The children made crowns and scepters, played pin the princess in the tower and musical thrones. I believe Patience had a blast!
The cousins drove up from Houston for the Royal event. Thanks for coming guys!

Patience is such a blessing in my life. She is spunky and fun. She likes to have fun with her friends. She is turning into a beautiful young lady. I love working with her in school. She is excelling quickly and we enjoy working together on her education. She loves science and wants to be a doctor and a scientist when she grows up. I love you Patience! Happy Birthday!