1of 30 A matter of Perspective...

Today I stood in line at a Christmas (yes) doorbuster. I wasn't in the mood for Christmas - and heaven knows I'm a nonviolent person thus never would you find me busting a door but.... I was with my daughters and that made it a BARNBUSTER - so fun! My blog today - starting on my 30 in 30 days blogging streak - is about a sign I noticed at the 'doorbuster'. It was a big snowflake and it said "Flakes Live Here". Now I don't know about you - but that seemed like a pretty good indication that there are a few problems within that household - wouldn't you think? Gotta go - need to figure out what I would REALLY put on MY snowflake.... and there you go.

Deflated...

Within the past 24 hours I have received news that 2 people I love dearly have passed on. My cousin Lennis, a gentle giant fought with all his might to live despite cancer fighting back. But live he did - his family is amazing and I am going to miss his love and support to our Hill extended family. Lennis - you were loved dearly by many who knew you over the generations. Next I received a call from my cousin Tamara - through her tears she said that my Aunt D has now moved on to the next phase of her life - life without pain - and body altering diseases. To a place where she stands straight and tall and in the arms of her sweetheart. My Aunt D was my hero - she could hold her own in any conversation about just about anything! She taught me about how strong a mind can be - when you put it to good use. She is the mother of my cousins Tamara and Shelley - them, along with my cousins Cindy and Janet, were never considered anything but sisters to me. I don't have anymore Aunties on the Hill side. My mom is the last living member of her family from her generation. I have an Uncle Wendell and my Dad left from the 12 beloved people I called my Aunts and Uncles. So - for today - I want to remind you that we need to tell those we love - that we love them - more often. We need to write down memories to preserve all they stood for and that which we can learn from their lives. We need to reach out and hold tenderly those whose hearts are broken and weary. Today - I send my love to my Hill Family - and thank them for coming to the crazy reunions we had - and remind you that family comes first in all things. I will miss you Lennis and Aunt D - I will remember the part of you, you left for me. Could everyone keep living - I can't lose anymore of you.... today - I just want to be sad.

WHAT? U R KIDDING RIGHT?

Just a minute here - maybe that's all it will take - but my friend Erin posted this on her blog and challenged her friends to do it with her. She's just started her new business (plumpearapple.com) and she's swamped like nobody's business - yet she's going to try. I've got a few ideas up my sleeve - anyone else want to join in? (Make it easy - I'll be blogging at about 2 AM the way it's looking but I think it's going to be a crazy fun thing) When I turned (or fought reluctantly) 40 I did 40 things before I turned 40 - now I ride a Harley. 50 is about yadfmadlfm away and I think I'll add this to my crazy list of 50 things to do. What are YOU going to write about? (Better yet - are you able to stomach 30 blog posts from me?) Can't wait! Ready Set Go....

Got any superheros? You know you could blog about them.....

Love my Halloween Stalkers...

Ok - so I have loved the comments on my "......and you're hiding in a ditch" post - who knew that we would all have such wonderful memories. I have to admit I am pretty far fetched about the correct words and so I went the the Original Primary Witch herself - my 'Mummy'. She sent me the words and the sheet music - all taped together and sealed with a kiss. So for my favorite blog stalkers (and thank you by the way for joining me!) here are the correct lyrics - Happy Haunting! BTW Gin - you were right - 3 verses! (Make sure you go up and down the scale on the last witch!!!) (You go girl!) It was written and composed by Cora and Ralph Sheffield. (I believe their bodies were found hiding in a ditch)

When you're all alone in the country, and the night is dark as pitch.
Just be bold, 'cause you've been told, There's no such thing as a witch!

When the noisy wind is howling, and your ears are all a twitch,
laugh Ho, Ho, because you know, There's no such thing as a witch!

Skeletons and goblins are only make believe,
Folks dress up in costumes, Just try to scare you ---- ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo.

When you hear the thunder and lightning, and you're hiding in a ditch.
Don't cry out, without a doubt, There's No such thing as a wiiiitttcccchhh!

My mom said, "Don't you remember Nic, it was on Poster # 106! My mom's treasured posters still live on and on - under the couch.... Thanks for asking about the song - it meant a lot to me! Here's a real oldie - if you remember this one - you must be cryptic! EEEEEEKKKKKK!

Halloween
by Rinda Rowley Willson

Witches sailing thro' the sky, On their broomsticks way up high,
Black cats howl as they go by, For this is Halloween...
Jack-o-lanterns, big and round, On each gatepost can be found,
Ghosts and goblins all around, For this is Halloween.

OOOOOOOO This is Halloween
OOOOOOOO This is Halloween

Let us borrow an old sheet, Make a costume nice and neat,
And go walking down the street, For this is Halloween.
To the windows we will creep, with our ugly faces peep,
Scare the folks who're half asleep, For this is Halloween.

OOOOOOOOO This is Halloween
OOOOOOOOO This is Halloween

(I wouldn't suggest actually DOING the last song as you might need me to come and post your bail after you and your family have been arrested) Thanks for your fun interest - it warms my cold heart.... bbeeep bbeeep

Last the best of all the game....

Eat your heart out world - the Mission field gets even better looking very soon. Can you say, "Thank you Dave owner of Mr Mac, and Annamae the tailor from the Logan store?" They opened the store early and spoiled him to bits. Grandma June was a tailor for Mr. Mac for a 150 years - and because of that, Dave has made sure that my Missionaries have looked amazing for their missions. Dave is an amazing guy - after he makes sure that Missionaries have the best attire for the places they serve - he only asks one thing - Please send me a post card from your mission. Gratitude - is an amazing tool - and so I thank you Dave - knowing that Missions can be extremely expensive, I acknowledge your kindness and appreciate your dedication to your job. PS - everyone should rotate your shoes daily - Not a problem for Lee Lee right?

Been tagged

Bethany tagged me to post my 4th picture in my 4th file - and so here it is. I love this picture of Mandy. She was living in Hellitage Halls at BYU. She had been to the temple that morning with her sweetheart Ryan and he just had enough time to change and head off to class. Little did he know that Mandy would put his suit on for a photoshoot. I love ya ShellyBob Mandy girl - and thus I now tag you....

'Falling' in love with Andy

I am lucky to have Andrew on Wednesday afternoons
and I love every second of it. It was a perfect day to
snap some 'soon to be gone' leaf shots.

Come little leaves said the wind one day
Come 'ore the meadows with me and play
Put on your colors of Red and Gold
For Summer has gone and the days grow cold...