there is sunshine in my soul today...

1- Do you see the blue sky?  I can not even remember how long it has been since I have seen a beautiful blue sky like this.  My heart has felt joyful all day long!  And my neck (because of my short, short hair), felt the warmth of the sun as I put my groceries in the trunk at Costco today.  It has been a very good day!

Cobblestone Drive

2- This morning at 10 I met with my very own personal trainer.  I told you I would give a report last week.  I went to the gym a few times.  I have felt really stiff and sore, but I tried.  Anyway, this is the week to start with some help.  As I was leaving for the gym, Jon says, "Where are you going?"  I told him, "To the gym, to work with my trainer."  He hesitates for a minute and then says, "Well, remember, Bunker's aren't wuss-ies!  We work hard and we don't whine and we don't quit.  EVER." Then he chuckled.  What a great pep talk!  I love my husband!!!

3- Hailey and I went to the General Young Yomen's Meeting Saturday night.  I am ashamed to say she asked me what this meeting was for.  I looked at her and said, "You mean, I have never taken you to one of these meetings before?"  I really can't believe it!  Last year she was out of town and I printed President Uchdorf's talk so that we could read and discuss it...but...my heaven's, where have I been?  Anyway, we both loved it!  After the meeting, the Young Men in the Stake had prepared dinner for the Young Women, to show their appreciation.  They were there in white shirts and ties, serving the meal, pouring the water, making sure everyone was well taken care of.  It was very sweet!  After dinner, the Priests gave each Laurel a flower and said some very nice things about her.  The Young Men sang a couple of songs...it was really fun!!!  We were glad we stayed. :)

YW Meeting Attendees!

4- Today felt like Spring!  Here are some random flowers blooming on a random bush in our yard!  I love the foliage in California.  I am trying to appreciate every bit of it while I am here!

5- President got a new car a month ago.  Missionary cars get traded out every 50,000 miles or so, so they still have some value and can be sold.  This is his new ride. :)  He is enjoying a couple of the new features this new Avalon has.

I was driving his new ride a couple of weeks ago on Saturday as I went to the grocery store.  Someone slammed into my rear end.  Yes, the trunk was full of groceries. (I could just see the smashed eggs oozing all over the new trunk)  I couldn't believe it!  It doesn't even have license plates yet!  My husband already thinks I am a bad driver...he was very calm and sweet about it!  Thank you sweetheart, for not making me feel like it was my fault somehow.

Just two little screw dents from her license plate.

6- Last of all, this is a new family favorite!  We open the bag and it is gone the same day!  We are popcorn freaks I know, but it is tasty.  I highly recommend it.  A little sweet with a little salt!  YUM!

Th-th-th-that's all folks!  :-)