I'm feeling blessed...

because of some 'outings' I've taken recently. Three in particular:

1. A Labor Day trip to Southern Utah to visit family, attend a high school reunion for James and scout out sights for another upcoming visit.

2. A weekend on Mt. Lemmon with the Relief Society sisters in our ward.

3. A family dinner out. We did not travel far but it was just very enjoyable. I've realized before that we don't go out to eat as a family very often but it was brought to my attention again Monday night. Ryan and Chase were just so happy bouncing on the dining bench, so happy to be there, thrilled they offered mini corndogs. A great family meal and worth every cent of the outrageous $$ of paying for seven people to eat out. A great evening!

I'm feeling blessed for some upcoming 'outings' happening soon:

1. Four day temple trip with the Young Women from our ward. We are taking them to the Las Vegas and the St. George temples and to visit some church historical sights in St. George. Everyone is getting very excited. I am feeling very blessed to have two sister-in-laws that are doing so much behind the scenes work in getting houses ready for our stay. Also feeling blessed because of the amazing women I have the opportunity to serve with in Young Women, they are incredible.

2. Time Out for Women Seminar in Phoenix. So blessed I have the opportunity to go with a friend Friday and Saturday. And that we are getting a hotel so we don't need to commute two and 1/2 hours back and forth each day. Looking forward to the messages of the presenters.

3. Seattle! It will go by so very fast, but I am feeling so blessed that I will be able to spend time with my parents, celebrate my mom's birthday with her, see friends and enjoy the Fall weather.