Something that makes me SAD

I would like to preface this post with the fact that I am not judging at all and people are free to make their own choices, but this is my opinion, not my judgment, because who am I to judge anyone.  Okay, here it is.  I watch dancing with the stars every season for the last several years.  These last few years there has been a very cute LDS girl on the show.  Last summer she married her return missionary boyfriend in the temple.  I was so excited, because I thought what a fabulous role model for our young LDS girls to look up to.  Sadly I have been a little disappointed this year in watching her and following her instagram page.  I realize that while dancing she doesn't have to be completely modest because of her job (even though I don't really agree) however she has posted several pictures of her on red carpets and other events this year and the one thing missing is her garments and her modesty.  Once again I am not judging but it just makes me sad that her covenants aren't important enough to her to be more of an example while in the public eye.  Yesterday she was on the finale and got 2nd place and I know she is a great person but this morning she and her partner were on Good Morning America and she wore something that very obviously did not include the garments she covenanted to wear when she was sealed in the temple.  It is just one thing that I am not willing to go without, people are watching and I want to be an example for others who may question our religion.  We have to stand strong and be strong and not compromise our values for popularity or just simple personal desires.  Once again I am just stating, not judging and it just makes me want to be a better example to my children, grandchildren and those who know that I know better.

Easter Sunday

Look who came home to visit for Easter.  We love these 2 so much and miss them but they are doing well and we love it when they come home.  

Family

I decided when my sister in law died that I would make a valiant effort to make sure all of our family get togethers were documented.  I guess in doing so I have caused undue stress and bitterness to some.  As a result, these pictures will be the last ones I take of my extended family for awhile.  I will continue to take pictures of my own family, because I don't really care if they are upset, they are getting their pictures taken.  I decided after this particular weekend and trying to get pictures and yes, me getting very upset as well (nope I don't even like the way I acted) and also hearing that I had also unintentionally upset people at Jerika's wedding regarding pictures as well, it just isn't worth the hurt feelings.  So I will enjoy these, even though Ray isn't in any of the because he was home not feeling well.  I have taken several weeks before posting these and trying to get my thoughts together and I realize not many people even read my blog, but this is how I feel.  The End.

Pre Easter