Well it's been one year now since I was called as YW Pres. I am happy to announce that I still love the girls and they still love me....I think??? I've learned a ton this past year. I've learned that it's okay to say NO. That Personal Progress is important. That it is key to have reliable women working with me...which I do. That I am FREAKED out to have teenagers. That cell phones can be a pain in the booty! That simplicity is best. That no matter how big the obligation my family comes first. That I really do love this organization, and most of all that my Heavenly Father has been with me every step of the way. We had New Beginnings the other night and I made each of the girls a 2008 YW video. Here's just a few of the pics that were in that video.

I cannot wait for this season of Dancing With the Stars. I'm so excited to watch this cast. I think they've chosen some great "stars" and I can't wait to see if there's tension between the real life couples. These couples are on my top three of who I can't wait to watch perform.

gymnast-Shaun Johnson

Singer/songwriter-JewelCountry Music hotty-Chuck Wicks

I gave in....but how could I not!

With the economic times being hard right now, Dave and I have decided it's time to stop being so free with our money. We've decided the best place for our extra income is right into our savings account. I've done so so so good. I haven't bought one single item of clothing for 4 weeks until 2 days ago... I gave in, but how could I not at the deals I got. The combined total of both of my girls outfits was $3.74

Target had clearance on all of their V-day stuff, including the clothes and I couldn't resist.

Their shirts were .79cents a piece,

skirts .79 cents a piece,

leggings .29 cents a piece,

Hello, great deal and great savings, plus it's never too late for little girls to wear hearts.

As many of you know I'm a movie junky. In fact I should have my own column or T.V. show that's how often I see movies. Anyhoo....Loved "Confessions of a Shopaholic" and was definitely not into "He's just not that into you". It's a shame, with all of the actors in this movie it should have been ten times better.

Happy Heart Week!

It was another busy week here at the Rees household. I started the week off by attending one of my Young Women, Melanie's basketball games. They played an inner city Memphis school, and I hate to admit this, but I was definitely watching my back all night...if you know what I mean.

Next we attended Cara's preschool party. She was so looking forward to Valentine's because she has a boyfriend, so she says. There's a little boy named Hank at her school and she told me that she loved him and that he was her Valentine. Super cute now, in a couple of years...not so cute.
Then our friend Kristen had the kids over for sugar cookie decorating and a pinata. Thanks Kristen!
We went to Carson's class party Friday. He is such the class clown. He's a definite leader and so many kids follow. It's okay now, I just hope it doesn't become a problem later. Here they are being typical boys....goofy! Whoever sent in the bazooka lips....you're on my hit list LOL!
We ended the week by attending Dave's Ward ball game. He did a great job. He hit the floor once and I swear the whole ground shook. He's still a great player and I get a kick out of watching him. I'm just always crossing my fingers that no four letter words come flying out of his mouth. :)It's been a good week. As I read my Mom's Facebook today, she reminded me that it has been a year since she had her heart surgery. I'm so grateful for her and so glad she is now healthy. I want her as well as all of you to know
"We love you, more than tongue can tell"!

Memphis-2nd most MISERABLE

city to live in....

So according to Forbes magazine, Memphis is the second most miserable city in the United States, due to high state taxes, crime, bad sports teams, and racial tension. The word Miserable may be a little harsh. I believe it's whatever you make of it. Because of great friends we're really starting to love it here. Remember though.....we're in a suburb of Memphis. I just may be miserable if I lived in downtown Memphis.

A Good Week

We started the week off with a snow day. Yep with school out and all. It was the longest day of my life. There's a reason kids go to school and Mom's stay home :) We had The Pinewood Derby on Friday which meant sanding, painting, priming, yep-pretty much a big mess. Carson came in 4th out of 18 which we thought was a great finish. Over the weekend I saw "New in Town". LOVED IT! It was very cute and corky! We ended the week by having some friends over for the Superbowl. There was so much food that I'm still feelin' it a day later. I didn't watch much of the game, but I did love Faith Hill and Jennifer Hudson's performances. I thought they did a great job. All in all, a good week!

My girlfriends and I got a little of the game in, but mostly just talked and laughed. You know...the norm for a bunch of girls.

Totally recommend it!
What a handsome cubscout he is.
Carson decided to go with the "Utah" theme. He didn't care if he won or lost, just so the Utah car beat the Alabama car...and it did!
Natalie and Alyson this picture is for you. Yep, this is the big storm that got us out of school. Funny, haha, !