Thursday, August 11, 2011

Loi Baptized?! Father Time, slow down!!!






Where did the time go??? My nephew Loimata was baptized and became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Being born and raised in a LDS church this is a ritual that occurs when you are 8 years old. It's no surprise to me that Loi was baptized because he loves the Gospel. What surprises me is how quickly he went from a baby that fit in my arms to a handsome young boy who will be approaching puberty in a few years. Oh how I wish I could turn back the hands of time maybe 4 years back. Why?? Why would I do that? I guess the image of Loi as a toddler arouses feelings of a younger age for me too....haha!! Well, tough luck for me!!
Time is not tangible and not something that I can stop. I'm just being silly. Loi, Taliafi (dallin), and Baby Milan are the most amazing blessings in my life!! I don't care what age they are! They bring me so much joy! Time really is actually a blessing! In time we have created the memories from our past, we also have the here and now, plus the excitement of what the future holds. It's how we spend our time that counts :-). It's all about the journey, right? While on this journey called life I hope chase after my dreams with vigor and courage. I wish to love and laugh like there is no tomorrow. (One can only hope!) I'll embrace the opportunities placed before me and also embrace the friendships that I make along the way. Most importantly for me is to cherish those I hold dear to me!! When all is said and done what we have is our memories created over time. It's up to us to make it worthwhile. Awwww........ :-)
On the flipside, time isn't friendly on the body....I can do without the wrinkles, gray hair, and non existent metabolism...haha!

Monday, January 3, 2011

Cherish every moment!!

A good friend called me to take her family photos. I asked, "When would you like to have them done?", she replied, "Tomorrow!".
Her brother has been fighting colon cancer for almost year. They had believed that his cancer was gone but discovered it had spread to his liver. Since he will be traveling to Arizona to see specialists they needed the photos done immediately. His prognosis is bleak. I see the strength my dear friend displays but I know her brothers state is hurting her deeply.
How would I react if put in this situation?
I would probably react like my friend. As a strong Samoan woman I would hold it in. I would want to nurture my brother and the rest of the family. I would want to be the rock that they could lean on. I would want to ease their pain and comfort them. I would do all this to mask my pain and to ignore my emotions that could boil over in an instant. There is always a breaking point and when it comes our emotions will overflow. My dear friend will no doubt be the pillar of strength in her family. I pray that she is comforted by the great love that she shares with her brother.
We must not waste our time with hate, pettiness, and negative feelings towards our loved ones. Cherish everyday you have and each moment spent with your loved ones. Love deeply and cherish the love received!
I am grateful for the opportunity I was given to capture a moment in time for the Jaeger Family. God bless you!!

Sunday, January 2, 2011

2010 is History!!! Bring on 2011!!



2010 was a year that I set things in motion to be completed in 2011!!! I'm generally happy with my accomplishments but I also have more to improve on.
2011 will be a great year!
I have resolutions that will require a change in attitude!! On the top of my list is to stay away from negativity and replace it with hope and optimism!! Toxic people are bad for our well being. Surrounding myself with loved ones and liked minded people is best for me. Along with a positive attitude is a need to be aggressive. Aggressive in pursuing goals and efficient while doing that. Staying organized will keep me on task toward greater rewards. My goals to finish school, expand my businesses, lose weight ( I know...), and build up a PHS are all possible and well within reach.
May we all be blessed with happiness and richness in our lives!!!
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