Merritt Memories

As a working mom, a mom in general really, it can be really easy to forget what it means to be a mother. I get so caught up in what needs to be done; I lose sight what it is I'm really doing.  I'm the mom to 6 wonderful children. Each has their own strengths and weaknesses. It is my job to help them see what they are really good at, or what they can improve on. It's my job to teach them to be kind humans, who are productive in society. It's also my "job" to go to work every day and teach the exact same thing to 35 other 4 year-olds. I also have to keep up with housework, cooking things, church callings. It can all become overwhelming, and I instinctively go o\into survival mode. I hate this mode! In survival mode, I forget that I have purpose. I forget that what I do matters. I forget that I'm lucky to be where I am, and that I have another day on this blessed earth! I forget how lucky I am to be Batman's chauffeur! So. I'm worki...

Grace woke up on her birthday saying, "Mom, 1 more year until I can date. Mom, 1 more year and I can start driving!" The thought of all this has left me with mixed emotions. Grace is a beautiful, kind, and feisty girl! She loves being with friends, but also loves being at home. She is a freshman in high school. She loves school and has set a goal of straight As all year long. She did it last year, we'll see how she does this year! Happy birthday, Grace!! We love you! Birthday Interview: favorite food- potato soup favorite color- turquoise favorite game- Scum (card game) favorite book- The Selection series favorite subject- Foods (she loves cooking) favorite candy- Symphony Bar (no nuts) favorite activity- sleeping favorite treat- chocolate cheesecake

Ryan entered the House of the Lord (Oquirrh Mountain) on Saturday, September 17, 2016. When we are baptized members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, you make promises at baptism. we are a covenant making people. This means we make promises to our God, to live as He would have us live and do our best to keep those promises. The temple is another place where we make covenants. I am so proud of Ryan! It is quite a different perspective to witness your son promising to be his best self possible. Just like his baptism day, I will always remember this day!

Rebecca turned 11. For her birthday party she invited 15 friends to come have a karaoke party. She wanted to plan out every minute, so I let her. It really took some of the pressure away!  Becca is everyone's friend. This is something I really admire about her.  She isn't afraid to tell then how she feels and will always stand up for a friend that she feels is being mistreated. 5th grade has been a rough year. She has had to make some hard choices, but I have been proud of the choices she has made. Sometimes, our friends that we love and care for so much do hurtful things. She has learned a lot about forgiveness and loyalty. Both are hard lessons, but she's doing it!!  Love you, Becca!! Happy Birthday! Birthday Interview: favorite food- chicken-n-rice favorite color- turquoise favorite game- Minecraft (video) favorite book- The Selection series favorite subject- library helper (she left class for an             ...

My kids are getting bigger everyday! I really hate it, but at the same time really enjoy it. They are becoming awesome human beings! Aaron is in the 11th grade. He chose to take a law enforcement class. He is hoping to be a game warden. He loves animals. I know it's also weird that he likes to hunt, but he does. He loves anything outdoors! He is my most introvert child. He is content to be by himself. I think it stems from anxiety. I'm hoping to work on that this year. Aaron is kind, and helpful. He is also extremely obedient. It makes him upset when the others aren't , and often I have to remind him he's not their parent. I can't wait to see what this year has in store for him! Happy Birthday, J! Birthday Interview: Favorite food- Ranch Bacon Chicken Sliders Favorite color- blue Favorite game- Overwatch (video) Favorite book- none Favorite subject- science Favorite candy- Take 5 Favorite activity- hunting Favorite dessert- cheesecake ...