My Little Team

They're growing. They could never glimpse the amount of love I am able to hold because of them. I continue to stand in unbelief of how incredible it is to be a mom. I wouldn't have my life any other way. They get bigger and bigger each and every day and here and there I will stand still and watch as they go through their day. I watch for reactions, speech, laughter, smiles, and tears.

I lay here next to Henele and look at how much he has grown and ponder back on that cold winter night I took a picture of him in a Santa Hat laying ever so peaceful in a blue blanket lined wooden basket. He was so little then. I remember him as big as my forearm. He was so light I could carry him in one arm and get other things done with the open arm. He was so fragile.

Tamara was always so alert. I remember thanksgiving dinner 2009. She wore a purple outfit with white sneakers and a white headband and her eyes as dark pearl as they were would never flinch. She would watch as we all glared at her as a newborn. She always clenched her hands tight that if I wanted to stretch them out in hand form she would grasp even tighter to keep her clench in tact.

Henele is now cutting it close to Tamara in height and has just about tied in weight. It still amazed me that at 24 months he was drinking an entire 16 oz bottle with ease and in one single sitting. He does it flawlessly now. He's grown to be such a fun kid. He now is beginning to talk to me in full swing conversation. He mirrors many things he hears and can fully count to 10. He has not yet been potty trained nor am I pushing him to but I do know that corner is coming up quick.

Tamara can operate the Ipad far better then I can and is way too smart for her age. She amazes me with her heart. She takes care of Henele. Whether crying or screaming, Tamara is his go to girl. Through rain, she pulls his hood over his head and explains it will keep his head warm. Through sunshine, she puts his shoes on and directs him through their bike trails in the driveway. Through play, she teaches him how to and where to throw the ball or where to pile their rocks or where to hide the candy they stole from Grandma's purse.

My little team stays on point and even through our downfalls, we always rise above our weakness and turn them into strengths to ensure our happiness and growth. My little team keeps me on my toes and my brain stimulated with what I need. My little team is getting stronger and wiser as we go throughout our weeks. My little teams stays 100. My little team follows in the meekness of his light. My little team forever tries to lives as he did.

My little team.

xoxo Via

Diligence

The World is moving faster now,

We're on a changing course.

But you have helped me deal with life,

You've been a stable force.

When I have had to follow new directions,

You were there.

When the World was hard on me,

You always seemed to care.

When nothing held together,

Made the slightest bit of sense.

You have always helped restore,

My inner confidence.

Everyone needs someone,

Who's reliable and true.

Through the moments I've endured,

I'm grateful there was YOU!

 

  He stays going strong. 

 

Mother's Day is coming up close and we will be able to fully hear and see our Elder Langi. I can already see my Mom balling her eyes out the moment Willy comes to the screen, along with my sisters. 

 

His work continues.

 

Because he knows his Master and serves diligently, it makes me perspire to bigger and better things. Through his example I see the light of Christ and through his obedience I can't be tamed through the work.

 

I find myself studying harder and harder. The stories in the scriptures and the messages through and in between the lines of the scriptures. I've come to a point in life where I NEED to know. I wake up with questions and search and ponder through faithful study. I find answers to many questions I've had before. I jaw drop every time something new comes clear. 

 

This book is far magical then anything Disney, Pixar or even both combined could ever produce.

 

This is good.

 

xoxo Via

Hakuna Matata

Tamara went to DISNEYLAND!!! She was gone for an entire week and I do have to say that it was really hard on me and Henele. Especially Hene. There was one night we were sleeping and in the middle of the night he woke up crying, "MAAWWAA!!"

It made me teary eyed. I know.. pathetic. But really, he loves his big sister and a week without his best friend really drags.

Here is a pic of her before heading out to the airport.

While Tamara was out and about in LA, we found our own adventures.

We took over Lee's FJ Cruiser and went cruise'n!!

It was a lot of fun having just me and Hene time. I enjoyed every bit of it even though a piece of us was off in her own little happy world.

One last picture with Mommy before she jumped into the car to the airport.

Walk of Fame - Walt Disney

Mickey Mouse

Minnie Mouse

Princess Aurora "Sleeping Beauty" (i think)

Mario - The Wax Museum

Mr. Potato Head

Red

Flick 

Frozo

Radiator Springs

So.... Kuuipo tells me that every time she would say, "Picture" or "Say Cheese" Tamara would bust out in a pose and this pic had me laughing. I'm still debating on whether it's hilarious cause she's an innocent kid or to be worried because she's an innocent kid. hahah

See what I mean?

At "i forgot the name" Beach

Krazy Hair plus Krazy Kid equal TRUE LOVE!

Pulled this Bad Boy out after 5 years.

Never a dull moment at work with Ramona Castillo. 

"She from PADAGUAAYY!!"

What Fusia looks like at 4 in the morning after a 12 hour shift at work. lol 

Of course I didn't have a scraper. Thankfully Mo and Kelsey saw me standing there not doing anything about my frozen windows and came over to scrape my windows for me. =)

Yes. He eats like a boy and loves his Musubi. If I didn't know any better I would've thought he was Hawaiian. lol

The night Tamara came home from LA. I got off work at 3:30 in the morning and she was up waiting for me to get home. We talked until about 6 about her entire trip. She went on and on about how "DONALD DUCK KISSED MY HAND!" lol I thought that was so cute! I'm glad she had so much fun! She deserves it too. She puts up with the worst of me on my off days and I applaud her for knowing how to keep me calm and grounded. Like I've said before, SHE IS MY ROCK! 

My little family is still trugging along. Things are how they should be. I am enjoying every bit that life has to offer and right now, life is offering a lot for us. Truly grateful for EVERYTHING and EVERYONE that is apart of our lives! Kisses to the sky to those that have passed on and kisses to those that are still hanging out with us. 

Hope you all are ready to spring out this spring. Cause I am. I'm ready and I'm able. 

Watch Me Win!

xoxo Via

hanggang sa susunod na beses

Kumusta Sister Tuaone!

My thoughts stay on you and your family through this time. How are you holding up? Hows the work?

This past general conference, I enjoyed all the different talks but one stood out to me and I thought of Maile.

Gary E. Stevenson

I titled his talk in my journal with a question. "What will you do in your 4 minutes to ensure you medal?"

He goes on using the 3 Latter Day Saint Olympians as reference. One in particular, Noelle Pikus-Page. She placed with a Silver Medal after years and years of competing. I think it was back in 2006 when she was a 10th of a second away of placing for a medal, and to be honest, I personally would have stopped there and said, I did my best. But she kept at it. Then in 2011 she broke her leg. Still kept at it. Now, this past Sochi Olympics, she placed with a Silver Medal. Reporters say that as soon as she won the Silver she ran right up to her kid and husband screaming, "We did it!"

Honestly, that is so cool. Inspiring.

Gary then explains that she had to practice so long and hard and her actual event would only last a good 60 some seconds. He goes on and refers to all the preparation to our life here on earth. In "heaven" time we are here for a little while, our 4 minutes. Noelle practiced hard for years to ensure her medal.

What will you do in your 4 minutes to ensure you medal?

Maile more then won her medal. Seeing all the things she did in life and hearing the stories Rosemary, Dennis and your mom shared at the funeral only touched base of the amazing work she did in this life. I could tell they could go on for days with stories of her. She definitely was a Princess and I could only imagine the happy reunion of her and your Dad.

I have to admit, I was way jealous of her perfect bangs. lol

One last thing for you. And I bet you've favorited this one.

David A. Bednar. I titled his with a question too. "Is the load I am carrying, creating the spiritual traction I need to get me back?"

I know your load is heavy. And honestly, from the bottom of my heart, I want it to be. Heavenly Father brings you to it cause he knows you can get through it. "You can't enjoy your rainbow without getting through the storm first." I know your capabilities bust the radar and that you have a far greater mission in this life then you know. You will change the lives of so many, mine included.

You are doing such a great job! I applaud you! I really do. Keep up the good work!

hanggang sa susunod na beses!

Mahal Kita! xoxoxo

Via,Tamara and Henele =)