Wastlund Family

 Patience.  The hardest thing to give as a mom. The constant chatter, crying, falls, fighting, meals, diapers, teaching, listening...and losing patience. You will feel often that you have failed. But have Grace with yourself.  You are doing awesome! Your daughters see mom... fun, beautiful, kind, security, full tummies, laughter singing and...patience. You are raising secure and resilient daughters who feel your love and will someday know the sacrifices you have made for them, and will become even greater than you from learning from your successes and failures.  You are a greater woman than I, so I have succeeded. Thanks for being patient with me❤️.

We noticed a leak in our ceiling today. The seal from the toilet above it had gone bad and was slowly leaking. Garrett fixed the toilet, patched the ceiling, and built me a new trash roll out, fixed a broken light switch and the handle on another toilet for good measure. I am ver spoiled and very grateful!  

Evi and Vickie came to hang out with me today while their mom and dad got a date night.   

 When I first became an ordinance worker my first assignment for the first few months was in the Celestial Room. I got to sit in there and assist for 45 minutes every Tuesday morning. As I would observe there were certain lessons I learned. - I noticed each time I served, older men would come through the door from the veil and then just stand there. I kept thinking, they look like they need to sit down. It didn’t click until I watched this a few times that these men were waiting for their sweetheart. They would stand until she entered the room and then take her by the hand and go together to sit.  I think this is very symbolic of our sealing covenant and our life after this mortal life. -I could see and feel the turmoil, joy, sorrow, and fear radiating from so many patrons. I would sit and utter a silent prayer for each person that came in and was obviously going through something hard. Missionaries particularly seemed to struggle. I don’t think we realize how many people we ...

In January I was set apart as an ordinance worker in the new Washington Red Cliffs Temple. As temple president Ence interviewed me and laid his hands upon my head to set me apart, the spirit filled my soul and I had to really try to keep my emotions in check. During the blessing he promised me that because of my service my children would be blessed. He also proclaimed that Heavenly Father see’s all the things that I do and would say to me “well done thou good and faithful servant”. It was exactly what I needed to hear. Tuesday’s became my new favorite day. I love serving in the house of the Lord! It makes me excited for when we are back in heaven and every day with be just like it. Working for a cause that’s right with my brothers and sisters. All unified in love and purpose.  Update: because of my back problems and possibly changing temple districts when we move, my temple service came to an end. I can’t wait until I am able to serve again in the Saint George Temple.   

Grace wanted to see the new movie “Twisters” about tornados. She didn’t want to go alone and asked if I would come. It was a little late for me, but time is running out to spend with her since she graduates next year,  so I said yes. And I actually really enjoyed the show.😊  

Maddy and her parents sent some beautiful flowers to thank us for our help while they were in the hospital. All I did was provide my home for showers and brought in some meals. Even amidst their own tragedy they showed love and gratitude and were thinking outward. We really can give thanks in ALL things, good and bad. True disciples of Christ right there!    

Taylor and Grace have early morning seminary together this year. Grace decided not to do dance company and focus on cosmetology. She only has one class at the school and one online class and spends the rest of the day at Paul Mitchell Hair academy. Last year of school for this Senior, crazy! Taylor and Hinckley both wanted to try “Utah Online School” this year. They don’t like being around all the swearing and bullying at school. Taylor is starting 9th grade and Hinckley 6th grade. They both plan on graduating early.   

While singing the sacrament hymn today (my favorite one, “As Now We Take The Sacrament”) I had a very spiritual experience. It’s not something that I want to share with anyone because I don’t want it to be true. So I will write it here and ponder on it. I suddenly had a sharp pain in my back and the word cancer came to my mind and suddenly the words jumped out on the page of the hymn like the spirit telling me to pay attention. I sang  “ Silently we pray for courage to accept thy will, to listen and obey.   We love thee, Lord; our hearts are full.   We'll walk thy chosen way ”  and I thought “I have cancer, but it will be okay. I do have courage to accept God’s will, and I will get through it.” Tears sprang to my eyes and I thanked Heavenly Father for the experience. After my mom died of cancer I prayed that I would not die that way, and told Heavenly Father that a handful of times. If it does turn out to be true, it will strengthen my faith in His will and help me t...

We had to cancel our family trip to Lava Hot Springs due to the accident, but we still had a great  summer. A wedding, returned missionary, lots of visitors, lots of bowling (out of the heat), a rodeo, swimming, Tuacahn and time together. I love my kids and grandkids! School starts tomorrow