It's all I ever wanted to do. Long before I was old enough to understand that in order to be a mother, I would need a husband, I wanted to be a mother. I'm not sure why. Maybe because I loved my mother so. But more than that, I think the spirit let me know it was what I was to be. And so it happened. A husband and children. And who could ask for anything more! The best husband.and seven of the best children. Dad always says the Lord gave us such great kids because He knew we wouldn't ruin them. (At least He hoped we wouldn't.)
Not long ago I said I never remember needing to get away from my family. I know I did get away, but it wasn't because I needed or wanted to. And now look. They all got away from me. (Serves me right, I guess.) But all are happy and productive. That's what matters. And we are all a phone call, or Skype, away.
And so on this Mother's Day I thank you all. My children and their spouses and children. You are the ones who have made my dream of motherhood come true. Your need for mothering from me has long since gone. But it is still a blessing to be your mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Thursday, May 1, 2008
SARAH
Today is Sarah's birthday. I don't know much about her early life, except that she was born in Walnut Creek, Calif. But I know that she met Alex during the Fall semester 1995 at BYU. She lived in a home across the street from Liberty Square.
I remember the day she lost her engagement ring. We were in Provo at the time in Alex's apt. I don't remember if she called Alex and told him or if she ran over and told him. But she was upset and we all ran to her place. She had already looked everyplace and we all looked again. I think I remember that Dad and Alex took the drain apart but I can't remember if it was in the pipe or som
eplace else. I just know they found it. She was so relieved. It was a traumatic moment.
What I do know is that she is a wonderful mother. She and Alex give their children every opportunity to see and do the things around them. And she helps them do the most creative things. I also know that she and Alex love to cook together and are not afraid to try new things. That's a good thing, too. Having Sarah as an Eastman is a great thing.
I remember the day she lost her engagement ring. We were in Provo at the time in Alex's apt. I don't remember if she called Alex and told him or if she ran over and told him. But she was upset and we all ran to her place. She had already looked everyplace and we all looked again. I think I remember that Dad and Alex took the drain apart but I can't remember if it was in the pipe or som
eplace else. I just know they found it. She was so relieved. It was a traumatic moment.What I do know is that she is a wonderful mother. She and Alex give their children every opportunity to see and do the things around them. And she helps them do the most creative things. I also know that she and Alex love to cook together and are not afraid to try new things. That's a good thing, too. Having Sarah as an Eastman is a great thing.
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