Get Over, "IT"....

I try to always have a smile on my face, to only think good thoughts... but this last weekend, I have been mad, sad, stressed, and really mad! It makes me feel worse to feel this way, so why do I do it? As I have gone in to my 30's, (at a rapid pace might I add!) I have had self talks, and voiced to others that being mad or bummed out is not worth it. Holding a grudge only makes it worse, and it doesn't affect anyone as much as it affects my own self! Why not just turn the other cheek, choosing to not be offended? Peace is a much happier place than hate, animosity, or being sad! I understand the blues, and can tolerate them for about a day, but if it goes longer than that... GET OVER IT!

So this blog is my self talk, and reminder. I am upset over something I have no control over, why am I doing this to myself? Hate is not in my vocabulary, I even make my children say, "I don't love it, or that, or whatever it is". Even sweet little Lance is starting to say, "I don't love" instead of hate. So it's time for me to GET OVER IT! Move on little lady, and keep smiling!

I fed the homeless yesterday, and my precious Brayd came with me.... I have started to refer to him as, "grandpa" and he calls me "grandma" because our favorite thing we do together is sit in my bed, with our books and read and read and read! Back to what I was saying though, so "Gramps" and I went and fed the homeless, it was a good day. Worked very hard, and it was very cold, but we received lots of smiles, and happy faces from our friends! They love the chicken noodle soup I make, they literally come back for 2nds and 3rds before breakfast is even served! I have started making more, because the leaders, and volunteers love it too! "Gramps" told me it was the best batch I have made yet! I love him! I love going down there for several reasons, but also I need to put myself in check sometimes... Look at how truly blessed we are, and be grateful for all the things I have, like dental insurance, health insurance, a house, a car, ON DEMAND! There is so much to be happy about, and more than anything there is so much I have to look forward to! Life is great to me, life has blessed me. There will be no more dwelling on this end... at least I sure hope not! I'm going to work really hard at pushing any negative thoughts out of the way... 


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Sebastion Part 2


So many have been asking for updates on my friend Sebastion, and I have just been way in over my head with all the holidays, and holiday clean-up! This picture was taken the week following my first post about Sebastion. I brought him and his sister some toys to open, and they were so dang cute! His mom, Lily, informed me that her husband had left them, and she didn't know where he was. She was crying, and so lonely and sad. She really became my friend, and hopefully I have become hers.

It was cold, so I offered to take them back to the homeless shelter they are staying at. But honestly, I couldn't do it!! So I asked them to come over and spend some time at our house, and have dinner with my family. It was AWESOME!! Sebastion sledded, I bathed Krashell, the baby. Lily was able to shower at the house, and she laughed with all of us, and hung out like they were part of the family! Her favorite thing about being here.... ON DEMAND!! Seriously, she hasn't watched T.V. in a while! What simple pleasures huh?
After much thought, and discussing things. Lance and I decided to forego any gift giving for eachother and make sure this family had a wonderful Christmas. We bought them lots of fun toys, clothes, and I let Lily call her dad Christmas morning, in Peru. Something she does not get to do often at all. She hadn't spoke to him in at least 6 months. Sebastion talked to his grandpa as well. It was a memorable Christmas season, and honestly one I hope that stays fresh in my mind.



I am still making Chicken noodle soup every sunday, at 4:00 A.M. to take down and feed the homeless under the viaduct. I love this part of my week. I look forward to it, and it has become addictive. They love the homemade noodles, and seriously I couldn't let them down and not show up!

This service that I have been doing, has changed my life. For the better. It has added more, and given me much to ponder. I will never fully be as humbled as I need to. I am always going to want more, and be horrible with budgeting and spending. BUT, I'm contributing to something great, and it's teaching me about loving unconditionally, keep judgements to myself, and stop worrying about me all the time!

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Christmas at the Strossers!



Carter sitting on Santas lap at the Christmas Eve party! He loves Santa SOO much!

Although Braydon know's the "secret" it was still magical sitting on Santas lap.
The most amazing people in our family, although Grandpa, mom and Uncle Arvis were not with us physically, they were there in spirit, knowing them they wouldn't miss this party for anything! We missed you guys!

Both boys got their super awesome bikes this year! Braydon was really excited, and surprised!



This is the gift that keeps giving for Carter! He asked for a doll house, but he got a firestation/policestation, and although he keeps calling it his doll house, we all know it's a boy toy!

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