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Mar 4, 2010

7 years ago

CATHERINE MICHELA

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Type-o's

I reread my first entry and noticed all of my misspellings and punctuation errors. Guess I was so distraught I forgot to use spellcheck.
I can't believe reading that entry I still fell the same emotions I did the day I wrote it.

An update to that entry.The lawyer that Norm Fitch supposedly hired for me didn't take the case as that is not the kind of case he does so they referred me to someone else. I chose not follow up with that lawyer.

I did qualify us for welfare after fighting their stupid inept system. We qualified for one month it actually goes for 6 months but I felt we shouldn't use it as we finally got Mike qualified for disability a month after we got welfare.Yay

The bishop was awesome the ward helped with all if the utility bills until we got the money and could handle it ourselves.

I am so thankful for this church and my awesome ward.

We now are finally settled into an routine I was able to quality for disability and at that time the bishop counseled me to take my retirement out .
I found it was better to just take early retirement then to remove my retirement, so now we have more coming in financially then we did when I was working.

I bought an new to me used Chevy Trailblazer, It was an impulse buy. I wanted to buy a duel cab truck. Oh well ,I'm planning on trading it in next year for what I really want.

I have been called in my ward as the compassionate service leader.It has been quite interesting too say the least.

I have been saving money to go to Utah. Mindy has set a goal to take out her endowments this year and I want to be there for her.
She doesn't want Mom and Dad to know and she doesn't want Mom there. I understand why but i don't agree.
It is her decision though.

Mom does horn in on things to get the attention on herself.
On my wedding day she decided that we had to seal some of her family together. I was upset because she didn't even ask me, she just dropped it on me at the temple.
I just needed to remember that is what the temple is for and so chose after some thought not to let it bother me and to be thankful that I share that day with someone else in my family.

Michael was discharged from the Navy an has landed at my doorstep. He has been here since August
and now I remember why we kicked him out at 18. He is so disruptive. He chooses to live a filthy and immoral life. I don't know when or if he will ever grow up.
He is talking about moving out. I hope he does soon.Then we can get back to some peace and quiet, and Sarah won't have to see his bad example.

Sarah is in 5th grade this year she wanted to be in the band and learn to play the flute,after a month she decided she hates the flute, actually she hates band class. They go to fast for her, so I hired a young sister that was in our ward to teach her. She doesn't practice like she should so I don't think we will continue.
Makes me feel like saying no to anything she might want lessons in if she won't practice. I see it as a waste of money.

We have had an unusually wet winter and have had 2 very big earthquakes. One in Haiti and another in South America. Wow just checked the news and there have been several more quakes in California, Tiawan and Greece. The earth is rebelling and I don't blame it.

Tomorrow is my birthday. I will be 55. When i was young I thought that was so old. I don't know what I will do tomorrow.I'll have to think about it.

Well that's it for today. 

I found this and did not want to lose it so

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Oct 4, 2008

8 years ago

CATHERINE MICHELA

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NEW PAGE IN MY LIFE

This last two weeks have been a time of ups and downs. I have questioned my value as a daughter of god and wondered if I messed up some how.
On sept. 19th when I got to work my asst. boss Jerry Glass escorted me on the golf cart to the front office. He told that Julie Patton the new o/r wanted to see me. When we got there we had to wait as she was not in her office.
In the mean time the head principle Reed Chitwood came in and sat down then Patton finally came in.
She proceeded to say we  have security cameras all over campus and that I was observed taking things off campus.
Needless to say I was shocked.
 I didn't have any idea of what she was talking about.I asked her what I was supposed to have taken, she replied food,and then asked me if I had anything to tell them. I told them the only food I ever took home was stuff they threw away such as frozen cheese from the cafe.
and that  Debbie Raatz said I could help myself to any of the stuff she sells to the kids, but just don't make a habit of it and don't do it every day. There was one day I had sarah with me and she told Sarah she could have anything she wanted and let her choose about three things. She was in the room when Sarah got what she wanted.
I never made habit of it. It was sporadic.
Patton then said we have proof and that the Dist. knows about it and said "they would take me to the mat "but that she pleaded with them saying this is someone's life, lets have some compassion .She said that I could write a resignation or they would have me arrested.I was shocked I could not believe what she was accusing me of.
I asked for some time to myself and Patton escorted me to the phone booth in the lobby where I tried to gain some composure.I prayed and then called my father. After about five or ten min. I went back in, I asked just what would happen if I refused to write a resignation, Jerry Glass explained what would happen. I asked to see this supposed evidence, Patton said they could not show it to me due to they needed to protect the Dist. or some other reason.
I asked again what specifically it was that I was supposed to have taken Patton said candy bars.
Some time In all this the only thing Chitwood said was that everything was inventoried every night.
 The bottom line is I don't have my job anymore.
I do have a lawyer. Norm Fitch,Dominics boss hired him for me.Norm said I needed to fight this that I should have let them call the police.
I didn't want that even if it did make me look guilty. I feel like I was framed or somebodies scapegoat.
I have received two priesthood blessings and the bishop has taken a look at the bills and helped me with them.
Dad is right and so is the prophet don't ever go into debt.
I have about ten thousand dollars in credit card debt.
I have a lawyer helping me with Mikes social security claim and I am praying he qualities, that money will help a lot.
I am trying to get long term disability as well as welfare.
I don't know how that will go.
The Dr. said I can't do the work I was diong before.
I do have to say that Heavenly Father has been helping me a lot. I am so thankful for him.
I got to go to the temple on Thursday. It was so peaceful. While I was there I had some papers printed up to get temple work and sealings done.decided to post it here. 

So many changes.

It has been a very long time since I was on here. Much has happened in that time. Husband passed away. Daughter got married. I started a weight loss journey.I have lost 50+ lbs,with another person to lose. I am going to have my first grand child in Nov.2012. Finally got my new knee. Got to have my youngest sister here for the summer. Sarah got to do the Stake trek for four days and a week later go to girls camp for four more days. My best friend Debany, got to come for the wedding. She is so awesome! I love her to death. The week before shool we went camping just the four of us and actually had a good time with no bickering, it was great.

While camping we went to see the Tonto natural bridge,that was cool. Sarah hiked down and got to swim in the creek at the bottom needless to say she loved it.

We also went looking for quartz crystals at Diamond point. My sister,daughter and son-in-law and I also went to the Desert Botanical Gardens.I love that place.

My sister and I had a lot of fun together doing fun stuff and testing out my new knee. I am so blessed to have it! And all of these other experience's

I found this article while reading an e-newsletter I recieve.I thought it fitting to post here.
For Times When We May Not Feel Very Thankful
By Vickey Pahnke Taylor Comment on Article
We wish we could feel ‘up’ and full of gratitude all the time, 24/7. Truer, however, is that some times we just don’t feel very thankful. Maybe we’ve been hurt by a family member or friend. Maybe the support we’ve counted on has seemingly let us down. Sometimes physical trials or financial woes seem unending. Maybe we feel alone – even when surrounded by others. Or maybe we’re just so doggoned tired that we can’t seem to dredge up much feeling of any kind.

These are not empty words…. I feel these feelings sometimes and, although I wish I could blink them away, it isn’t that easy. Sigh….. But then – nothing worth having comes cheap, does it?

When we don’t have that “attitude of gratitude” that we strive for, and are feeling either painful, empty or over the edge of tiredness, what is there to grasp that might give us back that feeling of hope, light, and cheer?

This age-old question has been addressed lots of times, in lots of ways. I have no new wisdom to add, or quick fixes to offer. I do, however, have a beautiful thought that brings me an extra bit of cheer and determination when I need it. They are the words of Helen Keller:
"For three things I thank God every day of my life: thanks that he has vouchsafed me knowledge of his works; deep thanks that he has set in my darkness the lamp of faith; deep, deepest thanks that I have another life to look forward to--a life joyous with light and flowers and heavenly song."
Because of Helen Keller’s seeming disabilities, she grew very “abilitied” in her spiritual self. Though she could not see, hear, or speak, her communications came through in the most beautiful, uplifting, and glorious ways. Apparently, they grew within her heart because of her daily “Three Thanks”.

Her three choices for daily gratitude were:

1. Knowledge of God’s works. We gain knowledge through reading scriptures, prayers, and deep ponderings. Our revelation grows as does our understanding of Godly things. Apparently, Helen knew what we have been taught- Read, Ponder, Pray. Our God grants us as much knowledge and understanding as we dare seek.

2. Faith. Hebrews 11:11 teaches us: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Many prophets have spoken on the subject of faith. This gift is like a muscle that grows stronger as it is used and developed. Helen had inner eyes that saw much more than these earthly eyes can comprehend. Her path was lit with the lamp of faith.

3. A heavenly life to look forward to. Matthew 18:3 reminds us that we need to become like little children. Little ones are full of anticipation, open to love and to learning, full of wisdom that trailed them from their pre-mortal time which grants them a certain joy that this world’s darkness can dim. Helen Keller’s earthly life was, by most comparisons, difficult. The overcoming of those difficulties came through the amazing goodness and kindness of a teacher who loved her, and through Helen’s own remarkable ability to live according to the instruction we receive in the Book of Mormon:

“..Press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life.”(2 Ne 31:20)

She knew that one fine day she would see with perfect eyes, hear music with perfect ears, and enjoy all the blessings that heaven offers.

We can imagine that Ms Keller gave thanks for many additional blessings on a daily basis. But this foundation grants all of us the extra oomph- when taken to heart and utilized- for times when we may not feel very thankful!

We wish we could feel ‘up’ and full of gratitude all the time, 24/7. Truer, however, is that some times we just don’t feel very thankful. Maybe we’ve been hurt by a family member or friend. Maybe the support we’ve counted on has seemingly let us down. Sometimes physical trials or financial woes seem unending. Maybe we feel alone – even when surrounded by others. Or maybe we’re just so doggoned tired that we can’t seem to dredge up much feeling of any kind.

These are not empty words…. I feel these feelings sometimes and, although I wish I could blink them away, it isn’t that easy. Sigh….. But then – nothing worth having comes cheap, does it?

When we don’t have that “attitude of gratitude” that we strive for, and are feeling either painful, empty or over the edge of tiredness, what is there to grasp that might give us back that feeling of hope, light, and cheer?

This age-old question has been addressed lots of times, in lots of ways. I have no new wisdom to add, or quick fixes to offer. I do, however, have a beautiful thought that brings me an extra bit of cheer and determination when I need it. They are the words of Helen Keller:
"For three things I thank God every day of my life: thanks that he has vouchsafed me knowledge of his works; deep thanks that he has set in my darkness the lamp of faith; deep, deepest thanks that I have another life to look forward to--a life joyous with light and flowers and heavenly song."
Because of Helen Keller’s seeming disabilities, she grew very “abilitied” in her spiritual self. Though she could not see, hear, or speak, her communications came through in the most beautiful, uplifting, and glorious ways. Apparently, they grew within her heart because of her daily “Three Thanks”.

Her three choices for daily gratitude were:

1. Knowledge of God’s works. We gain knowledge through reading scriptures, prayers, and deep ponderings. Our revelation grows as does our understanding of Godly things. Apparently, Helen knew what we have been taught- Read, Ponder, Pray. Our God grants us as much knowledge and understanding as we dare seek.

2. Faith. Hebrews 11:11 teaches us: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Many prophets have spoken on the subject of faith. This gift is like a muscle that grows stronger as it is used and developed. Helen had inner eyes that saw much more than these earthly eyes can comprehend. Her path was lit with the lamp of faith.

3. A heavenly life to look forward to. Matthew 18:3 reminds us that we need to become like little children. Little ones are full of anticipation, open to love and to learning, full of wisdom that trailed them from their pre-mortal time which grants them a certain joy that this world’s darkness can dim. Helen Keller’s earthly life was, by most comparisons, difficult. The overcoming of those difficulties came through the amazing goodness and kindness of a teacher who loved her, and through Helen’s own remarkable ability to live according to the instruction we receive in the Book of Mormon:

“..Press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life.”(2 Ne 31:20)

She knew that one fine day she would see with perfect eyes, hear music with perfect ears, and enjoy all the blessings that heaven offers.

We can imagine that Ms Keller gave thanks for many additional blessings on a daily basis. But this foundation grants all of us the extra oomph- when taken to heart and utilized- for times when we may not feel very thankful!

We wish we could feel ‘up’ and full of gratitude all the time, 24/7. Truer, however, is that some times we just don’t feel very thankful. Maybe we’ve been hurt by a family member or friend. Maybe the support we’ve counted on has seemingly let us down. Sometimes physical trials or financial woes seem unending. Maybe we feel alone – even when surrounded by others. Or maybe we’re just so doggoned tired that we can’t seem to dredge up much feeling of any kind.

These are not empty words…. I feel these feelings sometimes and, although I wish I could blink them away, it isn’t that easy. Sigh….. But then – nothing worth having comes cheap, does it?

When we don’t have that “attitude of gratitude” that we strive for, and are feeling either painful, empty or over the edge of tiredness, what is there to grasp that might give us back that feeling of hope, light, and cheer?

This age-old question has been addressed lots of times, in lots of ways. I have no new wisdom to add, or quick fixes to offer. I do, however, have a beautiful thought that brings me an extra bit of cheer and determination when I need it. They are the words of Helen Keller:

"For three things I thank God every day of my life: thanks that he has vouchsafed me knowledge of his works; deep thanks that he has set in my darkness the lamp of faith; deep, deepest thanks that I have another life to look forward to--a life joyous with light and flowers and heavenly song."

Because of Helen Keller’s seeming disabilities, she grew very “abilitied” in her spiritual self. Though she could not see, hear, or speak, her communications came through in the most beautiful, uplifting, and glorious ways. Apparently, they grew within her heart because of her daily “Three Thanks”.

Her three choices for daily gratitude were:

1. Knowledge of God’s works. We gain knowledge through reading scriptures, prayers, and deep ponderings. Our revelation grows as does our understanding of Godly things. Apparently, Helen knew what we have been taught- Read, Ponder, Pray. Our God grants us as much knowledge and understanding as we dare seek.

2. Faith. Hebrews 11:11 teaches us: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Many prophets have spoken on the subject of faith. This gift is like a muscle that grows stronger as it is used and


developed. Helen had inner eyes that saw much more than these earthly eyes can comprehend. Her path was lit with the lamp of faith.

3. A heavenly life to look forward to. Matthew 18:3 reminds us that we need to become like little children. Little ones are full of anticipation, open to love and to learning, full of wisdom that trailed them from their pre-mortal time which grants them a certain joy that this world’s darkness can dim. Helen Keller’s earthly life was, by most comparisons, difficult. The overcoming of those difficulties came through the amazing goodness and kindness of a teacher who loved her, and through Helen’s own remarkable ability to live according to the instruction we receive in the Book of Mormon:

“..Press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life.”(2 Ne 31:20)

She knew that one fine day she would see with perfect eyes, hear music with perfect ears, and enjoy all the blessings that heaven offers.

We can imagine that Ms Keller gave thanks for many additional blessings on a daily basis. But this foundation grants all of us the extra oomph- when taken to heart and utilized- for times when we may not feel very thankful!

Spent three months in Utah. Had lots of fun and lots of heartache.
inherited my grandmothers hemstitching machine and bought her rug loom from my aunt.
Will be making payments to my folks for it.
Still have my oldest son living with me. When will he get his life figured out?
Learned lots of new things.Got to attend the temple several times,wanted to go more.
Caught up with an old friend BeckyLynn and never did get to spend time with Debany one of my oldest friends.It kind of hurt.
Felt like I didn't matter. Didn't even see my oldest brother,he never goes out of his way for anything or anyone. If you want to see him it's all up to you.
Utah Mormon's are so different from all the others.

Today is Sunday and what a spiritual feeding we received in Relief Society.
The lesson was on prayer.How thankful I am for prayer.My youngest daughter and I prayed and fasted for my father. We love him so much.
He had his procedure for cancer on Thursday and went home Friday, and was up working on the farm on Saturday.
Oh my goodness does nothing slow him down?
That was my blessing to count for this entry.
These pic's of prayer I added because I like them.


I love the fact that George Washington even knelt in prayer.







This painting is called "The Angelus" and was painted by Jean Francois Millet.
I don't know if there's any relation but I love this painting anyway.
I love the fact that they take time out of their work to pray.
In our Sunday School lesson the teacher brought up the fact of traditions. The lesson was about the Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt and the reason they wandered for forty years was so that god could teach the young children his ways and get the traditions of the parents out of the new seed, teaching them to rely and have faith in god.
That is why we have been taught in our generation to have Family prayer,Scripture Study and Family Home Evening.
Prayer was such a major cornerstone in the past, it is sad so see Satan succeeding so well at removing from our society.
We need to work much harder to stop him.
Well that is it for now, it took me almost all day to get this done ,but that's o.k.

Helen Kane Pictures

Helen Kane Pictures
I've watched Veronica every day this week minus Monday.
She has discovered Betty Boop and asks everyday to watch her. I think she really likes her.

I am just about ready to go to Utah for the summer.I got the last signature on my recommend last night. I'm all set in that area.

Dad had his surgery yesterday. I talked to him last night. He is supposed to go home today.
I'm so thankful for the priesthood. Davin and Kenneth gave him a blessing before he went in.

I THINK I'VE FIGURED THIS PICTURE POSTING THING OUT......YOU HAVE TO DO IT ALL BACKWARDS!
SHOULDN'T BE TO HARD SINCE I'M LEFT HANDED AND SEE AND DO EVERYTHING BACKWARDS NATURALLY. THAT IS TIL SOME RIGHT HANDED PERSON COMES ALONG AND TELLS ME I'M ALL WRONG.



MY SISTER CALLED ME THE OTHER DAY AND TOLD ME THAT DAD AND MOM HAD A FIRE IN THEIR HOUSE.
IT WAS OUT ON THE DECK WHERE DAD HAS HIS WOOD BURNING STOVE.
HE THINKS SOMETHING GOT BLOWN INTO THE CHIMNEY AND STARTED IT. IT HAS BEEN VERY WINDY THERE LATELY.
IT SMOLDERED OVER NIGHT AND NEVER CAUGHT MUCH OF A FLAME DUE TO THE KIND OF INSULATION THAT WAS UP IN THE ATTIC.
NEEDLESS TO SAY WE ALL FEEL VERY BLESSED. I THANK HEAVENLY FATHER THAT IT WAS SO SMALL.
MOM WILL BE HAPPY, THE INSURANCE CO. HAS SENT PEOPLE IN TO CLEAN UP SO SHE GETS A GOOD SPRING CLEANING DONE BY SOMEONE ELSE. WHAT A BLESSING.

MY VIEW ON GOVERNMENT THESE DAYS.THIS IS A COMIC THAT WAS PUBLISHED IN 1934
WHAT IRONEY.




ONE OF MY GREAT LOVES!!!! HORSES!!! I WOULD LOVE LOVE LOVE ONE OF THESE!!!!!!
I JUST FOUND THEM AND I HAVE TO SAY THEY ARE NOW MY FAVORITE BREED.
ANOTHER BLESSING!
OH BY THE WAY THE BREED NAME IS GYPSY VANNERS. THEY COME FROM EUROPE AND WERE BREED BY GYPSYS TO PULL THIER WAGONS. THEY HAVE RECENTLY BEEN INTRODUCED TO THIS COUNTRY.

EASTER .....MY FAVORITE HOLIDAY

THE MOST IMPORTANT BLESSING I AM THANKFUL FOR IS THE GIFT THE SAVIOR BLESSED ALL MANKIND WITH.... THE ATONEMENT.

COULD YOU SACRIFICE YOURSELF FOR ALL MANKIND OR WOULD YOU?
I DON'T THINK I COULD NO MATTER HOW MUCH I MIGHT WANT TO. WHAT A BLESSING WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN.
HOW DO WE SHOW OUR SAVIOR WE APPRECIATE HIS SACRIFICE, THE DROPS OF BLOOD HE SPILLED FOR ALL OF US? DO WE REMEMBER THAT EACH DROP OF BLOOD REPRESENTS A SIN COMMITTED BY SOME ONE LIVING ON THE EARTH, THAT EVERY SIN COMMITTED IS REPRESENTED BY A DROP OF BLOOD? KIND OF MAKES ME THINK TWICE WHEN MAKING CHOICES.
I AM SO THANKFUL FOR HIS ATONEMENT. I WOULDN'T MAKE IT IF NOT FOR THAT.

NEXT BLESSING, THAT I HAVE A P.C. TO WATCH CONFERENCE ON,SINCE IT WON'T BE BROADCAST ON T.V. DOWN HERE ANYMORE.

THIRD BLESSING, SPRING MY FAVORITE SEASON.
A TIME OF NEW LIFE, THE SPRING FLOWERS WITH ALL THEIR SCENTS. THE PLEASANT DAYS.

8-CENT FAMILY SIZE DORITOS. WANT TO KNOW ABOUT IT GET IN TOUCH WITH ME AND I'LL TELL YOU AND EVEN SEND THE E-MAIL TO YOU.

WELL THATS IT FOR NOW. HAPPY EASTER