The Ballad of Mr. Jenkins

I was listening to music on my iPad while riding tracks to work today and came across this song, which I haven't heard in a few years and honestly forgot about it. It was a great reminder that we never know what is going on in others lives. Its important to remember that before we judge someone or are critical of them we should think about what that person has been through. We all have had experiences that have defined us and many of those have been quite tough to go through. This was a great reminder for me and I wanted to pass it along!!


-Tyler Heaps

Spring 2012

It was so fun to have Elder Hunt and Kate come for dinner when Molly was here. It is interesting how we can care about people we don't know that well, but sincerely love them because of a spiritual connection.

We just saw Elder Peck Wednesday night. It is weird to call them by their first names. The kids loved wrestling and playing with Remington. I am thankful for these examples of good missionaries for my kids. It is great for them to see what they should be like and have that example. Thank you mom and dad for the blessings you give us through your service. We love you!!

Read the following post picturing me standing in the corner with my tie over my shoulder.

Dad has given me the reference for the true meaning of Rev. 22:18. It is only talking about the book of Revelation not the whole Bible.

This is explained in 1 Nephi 14:18-30.

Of course you all probably had this figured out already. There's always so much to learn!

Neither Add To Nor Diminish From

I had a conversation with a friend the other day about the Bible and the Book of Mormon. She loves the gospel, but is struggling with some of the members and sheepishly admitted to me that ahe'a always been a little unsettled about the Book of Mormon because of Revelation 22:18.

".....If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:" (New Testament, Revelation, Chapter 22)

I told we were going to have to learn more and figure it all out, because I know that both books are true and if they contradict each other there must be a reason.

This Is what I have come up with and what sent to her:

"Been thinkin about ya this morning and our chat the other day. I looked up Rev 22:18 and looked up the cross references for "add". Read Deut. 4:2 & 12:32. I thought it was interesting that this was mentioned here when there was so much of the bible still to be written. So clearly the Lord didn't mean don't write anything else.

Also they refer to the verse in Rev. in the D&C 20:35. Saying they basically aren't going against the words of John.

I feel that the Lord didn't want anything added to or taken from his "book" that contained the truths of the gospel. He never said he wouldn't have more then one book written. We also know the Lord is consistent in the way he does things, he has an order or pattern, so it at stands to reason that of he had children in another land he would have them keep records and record the gospel in a "book" as well.

The other pattern set up in both books is the preparation for and the prophesying of the Savior's coming. They are like twins in that aspect. The Lord prepares and prophesies in the same manner in both books. And the soul purpose of both books is to bring us a testimony of the living Savior.

They are like the perfect marriage. One spouse doesn't add to or diminish from the other. They walk side by side, hand in hand as companions; complimenting and strengthening one another neither trying to steal the spotlight or jump ahead. They are a perfect pair.

K- I'm done. Love ya!"

I love you all!!!!!!

Molly

Ashton's Surgery
This is Ash waiting to change and go back for surgery. He was so good even though he just went through this 3 weeks ago. He didn't complain and freak out at all. He was so calm and ready to go.
He loves his toys he got to pick. When we got to the hospital there was a Christmas tree covered with stuffed animals. Ashton got to choose one and he chose this leopard looking one. He loves it! When we read the little tag on it, it said, "Good luck, the windsor 1st ward YW." I was so choked up reading this. Some girls did this unknowing who they would affect by it. They don't know that my little 5 year old was so comforted by their actions. He held that bear the whole time at the hospital and the whole time he has been home. I love the church!

Aren't these hospital jammies the cutest? He was so good while we were there waiting for surgery.

This is right after they brought him to us. He so drugged up, and he just wanted that cursed IV out of his hand. That is the only thing that he complained about hurting him. Thankfully his nurse and the anesthesiologist were so kind and took it out within 5 minutes.

He was semi calmed down in this picture...

...and totally calmed down in this one. Once his IV was out he as totally fine and went to sleep. He was so good and did so much better waking up this time than when he had his tonsils out. I was so thankful for that.

We took off his bandage this morning to look at his staples. I think he has 10 and they look pretty good actually. They cut his ear off so they could get deep inside his ear. Tonight his face is swelling up, but he is doing well, my good boy, how I love him!

THANKSGIVING DAY!!
The BIRD
I have to admit that I was so proud of my turkey!! I did the whole thing by myself, including sticking my hand inside to pull everything out, while I was dry heaving the whole time. I even brined it overnight, thanks to Amy's recipe and look how beautiful it turned out! I was thrilled with how great it turned out, and I think it tasted good, I didn't eat any.

The spread!

There are many good things about having 30 people come to dinner. Number 1 is that there were 6 women to divide the food between. We ended up with so many yummy, yummy dishes and so much left over food!

Two tables upstairs....

And two table's downstairs. We definitely had a full house, but it was so fun! I loved every minute of it! There were 30 of us, and 18 of them were kids. Thankfully the weather was amazing and they could all go outside. The only thing that would have made it better is if mom and dad and the Gadd clan were here. I missed you all so much!

My favorite part of the day was the football game we had with the Gunther's. It was so fun to watch! I loved seeing the young boys play with their dad and uncle's and friends. We are so blessed to be surrounded with people we love and that love our children. I had to laugh when my nephew Brett was call Kurt, Uncle Kurt. Hopefully this tradition will continue!

I snapped this shot at the end of the day. I was cracking up that all of these kids were sitting on the couch this close, but they were talking to each other. They each had some hand held device and were playing various games. Ridiculous!!

A Book Of Mormon Story

This is an amazing Video. The Book of Mormon is an amazing tool we have in our lives and I am so grateful to have it. The Book of Mormon is a testimony to me that the lord loves each of us and wants us to be happy regardless of what trials we must endure in this life.
-Tyler

Halloween Party!!
We had a great party this year at Mandi's house! This is me and the kids before the party.This is Mandi and I waiting for the festivities to begin. Mandi's house looked so cute! She had it decorated very cute!!

Savannah looking darling.

This is my favorite picture of the night. Brian leaned over close to Josie and Josie actually jumped right up there between her two uncles. I just love it!

Mason & Josie both looked so, so cute!! Mason's costume was such a crack up!

Howdy!! Lily the cowgirl.

Mandi and her little mouse. Josie absolutely loved her mouse costume. She was so proud of it!

Brad & Zac. So stinkin' cute!

Cookie decorating.

Josie's birthday pinata.