No Words Needed Here

I think this picture speaks for itself!

Springs Preserve

Vegas View

At the edge of the Springs you can see the location of the "Las Vegas Strip" and the Stratasphere Hotel.

Cactus Garden

Joe, Mackenzie and my mom checking out the cactus.

Mackenzie and Joe

Check out the huge watering can! It had a window that was open and looked as if there should have been a guide there. I felt like there should have been "soft serve ice cream".

My " Bucket List "

Well.........Let's just get ready to cross one more thing off my "bucket list".

Are you kidding me? I will be seeing Tom Jones on May 1oth at the MGM Grand in Vegas.

I lived in Vegas in the 70's and early 80's and worked as a nurse for a Dr. who took care of all
the stars.

BUT NEVER GOT TO MEET OR SEE TOM JONES PERFORM.

I have had a great life thus far.....to say the least

We took care of many of the headliners at the "Hilton Hotel"
He was the house Dr. there. I met Elvis Presley, got a kiss and we would take him to his airplane. When I was a kid I was president of the Elvis Presley fanclub. I think there were about 5 of us in the club (giggles)!!!! Other stars were "Liberace" who always brought me roses! Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Ann Margaret, Lou Rawls, Glen Campbell, Rodney Dangerfield, Rich Little, Osmond family and many others.

You can visit his website here:

www.tomjones.com

Easter Holy Week Blessings

It is my wish that we might all know of the many "blessings" in our lives.

The Lord knows of our needs and knows us by "name".

I pray that the Lord might continue to bless each and every one of us.

He is Risen

LDS Christian artist Del Parson depicts the Resurrection in this well known piece of art. He grew up in Idaho and now resides in Utah. My youngest daughter was blessed enough to be part of his art class and then traveled through out Europe with the class.

Simon Dewey Art

The following two paintings are by artist Simon Dewey. Born and raised in London, he currently lives in Calgary Alberta.
Out of his many works his "Resurrection" paintings are my absolute favorite. The detail and depth of his work is amazing and awe inspiring.

He Lives

"I am the Resurrection, and the Life,he that believeth in me, though he were dead,Yet shall he Live."

Why Weepest Thou

And the angel answered and said unto the woman, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay."

Matthew 28:5-6

Good Friday

Good Friday is observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. On this day Christians commemorate the passion, or suffering, and death on the cross of the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Many Christians spend this day in fasting, prayer, repentance, and meditation on the agony and suffering of Christ on the cross.

The biblical account of Jesus’ death on the cross, or crucifixion, his burial and his resurrection, or raising from the dead, can be found in the following passages of Scripture:
Matthew 27:27-28:8; Mark 15:16-16:19; Luke 23:26-24:35; and John 19:16-20:30.

The following three paintings are by Liz Lemon Swindle. She is a utah native and resides in northern utah. Her images are simply amazing.

It Is Finished

Mother

Artist Liz Lemon Swindle captures a simple gesture between mother and son in this intimate portrait of Jesus and Mary. "I created this painting because I find great joy in exploring the relationships between our Savior and the people he knew and loved," says Liz. "This wonderfully tender piece captures the great respect he had for his mother. In Aramaic, his spoken language, he would have called her "inta" (woman) however the title Mother connects the painting more to our modern culture and language."

Liz Lemon Swindle

Seeking The One

When I paint I always start with the eyes, because they are the soul of each painting. Each day as I came in to the studio I had an overwhelming feeling that He was looking at me. Some days I did not feel comfortable looking into his eyes and avoided them, knowing I could do more or be more than I was. Other days I felt comfortable around Him and drew great strength in looking into His eyes.

As the painting neared completion I started showing it to others and I was amazed to find that they had the same reaction as I did. Some people did not want to look into His eyes, others smiled, and some cried. It was then I realized that He was not only looking for me, but that he was looking for all of us.

I remembered His words, "What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine, and go after that which is lost?" – Luke 15:4. We are each lost in our own way and the Good Shepherd never stops seeking after us until He has found us and carried us home.

Liz Lemon Swindle

Greg Olsen Art

Among some of the finest LDS christian artists is Greg Olsen who was born and raised in Idaho. Please visit his website here: http://www.gregolsenart.com/about-the-artist

Gentle Healer

He is Risen

Lost and Found

Greg has said that the passion behind this painting was from an email. In this Email this person talked about always seeing the Savior with a child and that there was nothing depicting the struggle of the "teen".

Hence, the creation of this beautiful piece of art.

Forgiven

Oh Jerusalem

Son of Man

Utah native J. Kirk Richards has such a unique style. I don't think I have ever seen anything quite like his art. You can visit his website at: http://www.jkirkrichards.com/

Gethsemane

Grey Day Golgatha

Nativity

Holy Week Celebration

In celebration of the Easter holiday which began on Palm Sunday I will be posting some of my favorite christian artists. I do hope you enjoy them.
The following 4 fine art prints are from a collection titled:

"Reflections of Christ"
Fine Art Photography of Mark Mabry

Please............. visit his web site : http://www.reflectionsmg.com/

Watch his video here: http://www.reflectionsmg.com/reflections-of-christ-videos.php

Walking on Water

Practice faith as you follow the savior.

Healing

"The Gift of Hope"

Baptism

Angels

A Christmas Piece for all seasons.

" Ye Are the Light of the World "

Painting by one of my favorite LDS artists,

Simon Dewey.

" Worth Of A Soul "

This touching image of the Savior holding an African child was inspired by the artist's humanitarian work in Africa. In these troubled times, this image builds our hope in the Savior's love for all mankind. His tender mercy is showered upon us all.

Artist: Liz Lemon Swindle

Palm Sunday

On Palm Sunday Christians celebrate the Triumphal Entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, the week before his crucifixion and resurrection.

For many Christian churches, Palm Sunday, often referred to as "Passion Sunday," marks the beginning of Holy Week, which concludes on Easter Sunday.

The Bible reveals that when Jesus entered Jerusalem, the crowds greeted him with waving palm branches, and by covering his path with palm branches. Immediately following this great time of celebration in the ministry of Jesus, he begins his journey to the cross.

No one is ever born into Life alone.
Everyone has shared the bond of family, at least at birth, and for many people it is a bond that will follow them throughout life. For many people it is the most important bond of all.

I have the most wonderful family and extended family in the whole world. I want them to know how much I love, admire and appreciate each and every one of them.

"Team Joe" supporters

Scrambled Cupcakes...

Last weekend was full of fun and surprises. Mackenzie had made special cupcakes for after Joe's Triathlon. We carried them around all day. Finally after both Joe and Jeremy finished the race and rested a minute, we all gathered around for treats and she opened the box. Well......now we had to figured out what they said. I guessed it right away. "We Are Having A Baby". Cute huh?

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

"We found Rocky Mountain"..........Mackenzie loves the cinnamon sugar candy apples and we love the BEAR. Yeah............I know ..... Anything for a photo op.