Iknow February is a short month, but it is going by so fast. We had crazy weather throughout the United States. Here in Utah, it was quite mild. It seemed like winter manifested itself only a few days with snow and cold weather. Perhaps we have forgotten how to drive with black ice on the roads. There were over 100 accidents on Utah roads and some roads were closed due to pileups. Certain schools were even closed due to winter storms. As for me and my family, we mostly stayed in and were lucky to drive without incident when we ventured outside.
Valentines was very special. My family spoiled me with flowers, chocolates, and other fun gifts. I am blessed.
February was busy, especially with doctor’s appointments. I had my eyes checked twice. I have cataracts and eye infections plus my tear ducts had to be opened (not so fun). Since I had orbital decompression a few years back, I am a bit paranoid about the condition of my eyes. I also saw my chiropractor to get some adjustments since my back was killing me. I got a particular diagnosis from one doctor that has a lot of stigmas attached to it. I won’t divulge it here, but I am trying to come to grips with it.
It was Bella’s 13th birthday in February. She is such a sweet girl and also so beautiful. We love all of our grandchildren very much and were able to see all of them whether on Zoom or in person. Jakey and Jacob are recovering from COVID. We found out that Vitamin D helps prevent COVID-19 and also helps those that have it to get better. Most of us are now taking pretty high doses to keep us well during the time we are unable to be in the sun. I have yet to have my 1st vaccination.
Our grandaughter, Anna started her mission. We got to attend the Boutiful Temple with her before she started. She was exposed to coronavirus right before her MTC, so she had to have her MTC at home. It was great to see her devote her time to learning her new responsibilities and her excitement about the work of saving souls. She is now in Vegas and likes her companion and area. I write to her every week. I love her posts on Facebook.
The most exciting news we received in February was that our son, Robert James was made a Colonel in the United States Air Force. He has worked very hard for it and his family has sacrificed so much to support him in his goal. He was chosen since he was in the top 10 percent in his status as Lieutenant. Not bad for a boy who was born in the small Kingdom of Tonga. We hope he will be assigned close to us in his next assignments, but wherever he goes, I hope we can travel to see him and the family.
Our oldest two grandchildren are very busy. Israel is working as a graphic designer not too far from where we live. He has a girlfriend, Emi, that he met in Okinawa when they were assigned there. Princessa is going to school at Arizona State and working. Both take after me, of course, since they have used their love of all things artistic. Jacob also works as a graphic designer. Our grandson, Jacob loves to write and hopes to pursue it in college. He will graduate this spring.
Two of our grandchildren are training to be CNAs in the medical field. Ali’i will also graduate this spring and has been accepted into a few colleges with full ride scholarships. The rest of the grandkids enjoy playing with each other in online games. I get to spend some time with our youngest grandchild, Lily who enjoys art. I recently spent some time painting together. I took some tracing paper and showed her how to duplicate a picture so she could paint it. She told me that I was cheating (lol). Good she is trying to keep me honest!!
I have enjoyed watching Comedians this month. Here are a few of my favs:
https://www.facebook.com/DryBarComedy/videos/2917658535223833
https://www.facebook.com/sebastiancomedy/videos/2754970971294297
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jv8tt7ocKSI
I need a bit of comedic relief to deal with life lately. These guys keep me laughing!
I am no longer writing for smarterparenting.com, but was hired to work for rseventytwo.com. It is a website for a product that our son, Joel and friends have created. They sell survival vests to prepare you for whatever disasters or emergencies that you may face. https://www.rseventytwo.com/blog It keeps me busy and I get to learn so much from my research.
I am still a thrifter and most of the photos on my iphone are clothes that I list on my Poshmarkaccount. I also sell Avon and have enjoyed painting in my spare time. Check them out, please.
