Monday, December 31, 2012
Favorite December pics
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| Last time in East marching band uniform... |
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| Visit to Santa at the mall |
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| Reading Socks For Christmas |
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| Ohhh ornaments... |
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| Ilah Sue |
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| Not sure what the boys are doing here |
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| Decorating the perfect Christmas tree |
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| Excited to see what Santa brought |
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| Christmas morning |
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| Tying Henry's new tie |
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| perfect :) |
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| Scripture case made by Ilah and new scriptures |
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| old lady gifts - pill holder and hand warmer |
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| Merry Christmas |
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| Ilah opening her EFY envelope |
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| Woo Hoo - a promise of some $ to help her attend EFY |
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| Surprise - luggage... |
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| Dad with his girls |
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| Happy Birthday Dad! |
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| new blazer |
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| Looking good at 43! |
November Photo Dump
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| picture sent with mission papers |
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| Theo climbing the tree |
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| This wasn't his highest... I made him come down some. |
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| Izzy rolling out the pie top |
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| Tucker and Izzy finishing up the apple pie |
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| Izzy's smiling pie! |
ACT Score
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Warning: Proud Mom Moment...
Tucker scored a 31 on his ACT.
He was extremely happy that it was one point higher than Taysom.
After I reminded him that it was one point lower that Mike, he said he would take it again :)
We'll see....
Today I Am Thankful
Driving to the temple Friday, December 21, I read aloud several articles from the December Ensign. I loved several of the stories, but one really hit home. It was "My Christmas Letter".
I decided then to write my own grateful list.
I am thankful that I was sent to my family with the perfect mom and dad and siblings for me.
I am thankful that I had many wonderful examples in my life including grandmas and grandpas, aunts, uncles and cousins (three of whom were extremely influential Sara, Marilee, and Angel).
I am thankful that I was blessed with Shannon in my life.
I am thankful that the Wallaces moved to the other side of town into our ward.
I am thankful that Mike and I found one another and were sealed for time and all eternity.
I am thankful that we were blessed with 4 beautiful children.
I am thankful that we lived close to family for the first 12 or so years of our marriage.
I am thankful that my children have two sets of loving grandparents and many wonderful aunts and uncles.
I am thankful that Taysom was able meet her namesake Grandma Erma.
I am thankful that all of my children were able to know Grandma Mary and Grandpa Wendell.
I am thankful that I was able to be a stay at home mom for 8 years.
I am thankful I could make the kids breakfast and take them to school and be home at the end of the day and try to make dinner.
I am thankful that I could take Taysom and Tucker jogging/walking.
I am thankful that I could take Ilah and Henry to watch the planes and eat McDonalds ice cream cones.
I am thankful that I could teach Taysom and Tucker piano.
I am thankful that I could volunteer in their classrooms and be at school for special performances or awards.
I am thankful that I could keep the house clean...mostly.
I am thankful that I didn't have to use a day care service.
I am thankful that I had the energy to help them with homework and projects when they needed it.
I am thankful that I could serve in time consuming callings because I had some flexibility during the day.
I am thankful that I was able to associate with people like the Edgels, Bennions, Mechams, Warburtons x 2, Lundbergs, Ellsworths, Lundquists, Beans, Thalmans, Fonbuenas, McNallys, Andersons, Herdts, Mays, Moodys, Lytles, Brodericks, Egglestons.
I am thankful that we lived so close to the temple and we could go regularly.
I am thankful that our move ended up being a good thing for our children - that they have had opportunities to try their hand at band, football, basketball, debate, show choir, plays, math competitions, etc. and to make good friends.
I am thankful that they have had many experiences to be good examples of Jesus Christ.
I am thankful that Mike loves his job.
I am thankful that Mike still loves me and understands me.
I am thankful that we now have the Kansas City Temple.
I am thankful that I get to associate with people like the Belnaps and Tuckers who are like family out here in MO.
I am thankful that Taysom and Tucker had the opportunity to stay with Ben and Becca and get to know them more personally.
I am thankful that Taysom lived so close to Rachel and Richie and was able to get to know them more personally.
I am thankful that Taysom completed the personal progress program and that it transformed her.
I am thankful that Tucker has earned his Eagle and did it all on his own.
I am thankful that Taysom has decided to serve a mission and is prepared to do so.
I am thankful that Tucker truly enjoys serving others and can't wait to serve a mission.
I am thankful that Ilah "shares" her room with Henry and Taysom - slumber party every night.
I am thankful that Henry is able to walk home from school on his own and come home to an empty house - even though I hate it.
I am thankful that all of the kids are very able and self motivated to get homework and projects done on their own - mostly without any help from their tired mom.
I am thankful that Ilah is at the same school Mike and I teach at.
I am thankful that we have Molly.
I am thankful that we have cars to get us to work and church.
I am thankful that we are basically healthy.
I am thankful that I was able to serve in Young Womens while Taysom and Ilah were there.
I am thankful that I get to be Tucker's Sunday School teacher.
I am thankful that our needs are met.
I am thankful for a loving Heavenly Father who knows me and knows what I need and gives me experiences to help me in my pursuit to become more like him.
I am so thankful for repentance and for a new day, a new year.
I decided then to write my own grateful list.
I am thankful that I was sent to my family with the perfect mom and dad and siblings for me.
I am thankful that I had many wonderful examples in my life including grandmas and grandpas, aunts, uncles and cousins (three of whom were extremely influential Sara, Marilee, and Angel).
I am thankful that I was blessed with Shannon in my life.
I am thankful that the Wallaces moved to the other side of town into our ward.
I am thankful that Mike and I found one another and were sealed for time and all eternity.
I am thankful that we were blessed with 4 beautiful children.
I am thankful that we lived close to family for the first 12 or so years of our marriage.
I am thankful that my children have two sets of loving grandparents and many wonderful aunts and uncles.
I am thankful that Taysom was able meet her namesake Grandma Erma.
I am thankful that all of my children were able to know Grandma Mary and Grandpa Wendell.
I am thankful that I was able to be a stay at home mom for 8 years.
I am thankful I could make the kids breakfast and take them to school and be home at the end of the day and try to make dinner.
I am thankful that I could take Taysom and Tucker jogging/walking.
I am thankful that I could take Ilah and Henry to watch the planes and eat McDonalds ice cream cones.
I am thankful that I could teach Taysom and Tucker piano.
I am thankful that I could volunteer in their classrooms and be at school for special performances or awards.
I am thankful that I could keep the house clean...mostly.
I am thankful that I didn't have to use a day care service.
I am thankful that I had the energy to help them with homework and projects when they needed it.
I am thankful that I could serve in time consuming callings because I had some flexibility during the day.
I am thankful that I was able to associate with people like the Edgels, Bennions, Mechams, Warburtons x 2, Lundbergs, Ellsworths, Lundquists, Beans, Thalmans, Fonbuenas, McNallys, Andersons, Herdts, Mays, Moodys, Lytles, Brodericks, Egglestons.
I am thankful that we lived so close to the temple and we could go regularly.
I am thankful that our move ended up being a good thing for our children - that they have had opportunities to try their hand at band, football, basketball, debate, show choir, plays, math competitions, etc. and to make good friends.
I am thankful that they have had many experiences to be good examples of Jesus Christ.
I am thankful that Mike loves his job.
I am thankful that Mike still loves me and understands me.
I am thankful that we now have the Kansas City Temple.
I am thankful that I get to associate with people like the Belnaps and Tuckers who are like family out here in MO.
I am thankful that Taysom and Tucker had the opportunity to stay with Ben and Becca and get to know them more personally.
I am thankful that Taysom lived so close to Rachel and Richie and was able to get to know them more personally.
I am thankful that Taysom completed the personal progress program and that it transformed her.
I am thankful that Tucker has earned his Eagle and did it all on his own.
I am thankful that Taysom has decided to serve a mission and is prepared to do so.
I am thankful that Tucker truly enjoys serving others and can't wait to serve a mission.
I am thankful that Ilah "shares" her room with Henry and Taysom - slumber party every night.
I am thankful that Henry is able to walk home from school on his own and come home to an empty house - even though I hate it.
I am thankful that all of the kids are very able and self motivated to get homework and projects done on their own - mostly without any help from their tired mom.
I am thankful that Ilah is at the same school Mike and I teach at.
I am thankful that we have Molly.
I am thankful that we have cars to get us to work and church.
I am thankful that we are basically healthy.
I am thankful that I was able to serve in Young Womens while Taysom and Ilah were there.
I am thankful that I get to be Tucker's Sunday School teacher.
I am thankful that our needs are met.
I am thankful for a loving Heavenly Father who knows me and knows what I need and gives me experiences to help me in my pursuit to become more like him.
I am so thankful for repentance and for a new day, a new year.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Athletes...
Here is Ilah's volleyball pic... hate the background, but love the subject!
Tucker's senior basketball pic - look at those eyes.
Senior football 2012
I should also have a picture of Henry for football. For some reason I didn't buy pictures. I don't know what I was thinking, but luckily Mike has a team photo - I will try and add that picture soon.
I should also have a picture for Ilah's basketball. Again, for some reason I didn't buy those pictures either. We should get a team shot thought since Mike was the coach.
I know I will miss these days - even though attending all of the games, concerts, and extra activities/practices packs each and every week.
These are definitely some of my favorite memories already....
Monday, October 29, 2012
Poetry
“Struggles” –Tucker Wallace
The moth fights, he struggles
Wrestling, wriggling, wanting to be free
The cocoon’s grip holds, almost cuddles
Lulling its victim into false security
The struggle encompasses, defines
All he sees, all he will become
Trapped in darkness, lost, hope declines
Yet past the present, hope, light will come
In this moment, true character shown
So easy to miss one’s destined way
Whether to fight, totally alone
Or become the cocoon’s eternal prey.
“Birds” –Tucker Wallace
Much like the bird in the egg
People must leave the obscurity
Break the shell and leave their security
Risk life and health to grow in maturity
Much like the bird in the nest
People lay in need
Asking for help, while they, indeed
Forget of their feat, they did in previous succeed
Much like the bird shoved out of the nest
People have wings, though unused
And unless forced, sometimes bruised
These wings lay useless, never to be proved
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Photo Dump
This morning I took a few pictures of Mike in his new suit so we could show Fran. After losing 60 pounds, everything just hangs. Thank goodness for belts! On more than one occasion, people have come up to me to make sure Mike wasn't sick - saying he looks emaciated, etc. I, on the other hand, think that he looks wonderful. Of course, it is nice to see him in something that actually fits ;)
See for yourself...
See for yourself...
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| Thanks for the suit, Mom Wallace! |
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| Henry turns 12! Round Two - much happier this go around. |
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| Homemade ice cream and Texas sheet cake :) |
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| Oldest showing youngest the temple. Henry's first experience to do baptisms for the dead. Entire family was there! I couldn't wipe the smile off of my face. One of the best moments ever. |
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| Sunset at the Kansas City temple |
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| Last hurrah of summer ~ Pittsburg, Kansas aquatic center |
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| Our beautiful girls |
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| Henry at the diving board |
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| Tucker, Mike, Ilah and Taysom |
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| Slide Races |
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| First day of Senior year... he didn't have to leave as early as the rest of us. |
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| First day of 7th grade |
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| First day of 8th grade |
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| Ready to tackle another school year |
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| Our little garden is actually producing bell peppers! |
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| Mike and Ilah before trip to Parsons, Kansas for first High Council Sunday. Ilah spoke too! |
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