Briana Stephen

I had an epiphany today while sitting in the oncologist's office. There's so much talk and paraphernalia about finding cures for cancer. There's bitter talk about why Heavenly Father would allow such suffering. I sat there thinking to myself, No. My heart tells me it's not like that at all! ... Think of the communities and families that have come together to love, serve, and mourn with one another.

Our Father in heaven provides opportunities every day for us to keep his commandments, to follow His ultimate example of serving, loving, caring for His spirit children, our spirit brothers and sisters. I get to experience firsthand on a daily basis how beautiful the hearts of mankind really are.

Turn off the news of contentious politics, crime, and adultery for a bit. You'll find a world of compassion. PLEASE ACCEPT MY GRATITUDE to all those who uplift and show me what leading a Christ-like life is really all about. Loads and loads of LOVE!!!

-Bri, March 2010



Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Back to School, Back to School

Yippeeeeeee!!! School is officially back in session! My friend Tiffany called just after dropping the kids off at school and asked me if I was in tears. I laughed. "Tears of joy!" is how I replied. Am I the only mom that thinks a 3 month summer vacation is way too long? I don't understand why year-round school isn't implemented everywhere. I'm looking forward to another great school year, watching the kids learn and grow, in addition to special time alone with Gavin and Leyna. Here are photos of Kaden on his first day of 2nd grade, Kami on her first day of 1st grade.
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  1. DAugust 27, 2008 at 10:08 PM

    Love the cute pictures of them. I hear you about "tears of joy" thing. It's not bad to have less kids to worry about for a couple of hours 5 days a week.

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  2. MarciAugust 28, 2008 at 9:04 PM

    Just think, soon there will be another at preschool! Time for more tears of "joy".

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