My Momma

I truly believe that I have the best mother ever. :) No offense to other mothers, but I believe that I do. I don't think I could've asked for a better mother than mine. For those of you who know me, you know that I'm the only girl and I think that I've always been okay with that not only because my big brothers are all loving, oversized teddy bears :), but also because I have such a great mother who is better than a sister. She's my best friend and I love her so much and I'm so thankful for all that's she's done for me. She always makes sure that our family has family night, makes sure me and my brothers have delicious food in our bellies, and she always tells me, my brothers, and obviously my dad that she loves us. I've never ever doubted my mom's love for me and I make sure that she never doubts my love for her. I even made up a song that we sing every night when I say goodnight to her that says how much I love her. It's really short and fast and we both sing it. I can't give out the lyrics because they're just too priceless and secret. :) I also showed my love for my mom in kindergarten when I'd run out of the school grounds and jump into her arms and she would swing me around. I didn't even care that people would stare at us like we were freaks and I still don't care what people think when I hug and kiss my mom good bye today. The more people, the better. I want everyone to know how much I love my mom which is why I hope everyone reads this. :) I love you Moore than anything in the world momma and I hope you never forget that..........I won't let you. I love you muth. :)

Christmas Time!

I know I haven't written in some time-okay, awhile- but now I'm writing again. Sorry to those non-existant followers of my blog about not writing anything in six months. I just had to write about this Christmas season though and I'm also extremely bored, but it's mostly just because I want to write about Christmas. :) I just have to say that I love Christmas time. It's not because of the presents, although that's a small part of it, but it's because I love it when my mom decorates every inch of our house and I love rainy days where I can sit in my beautiful house and cuddle up in my snuggy and read a good book (Twilight series, my sister in laws and mother know what I mean about Twilight! haha). And I especially can't wait for the rest of my family to come down from Utah on Dec. 18th. I love it when all my family is home! Unfortunately, one of my brothers still won't be home because he's on his mission and I miss him terribly. But I'm still very happy for the rest of my family to come down. :) And even the beautiful decorations, fabulous Christmas music, multiple kinds of hot chocolate with whipped cream, and my wonderful big family can't distract me from the real reason we celebrate Christmas. It's the celebration of our wonderful savior, Jesus Christ. That's what Christmas is all about and that's why it is such a great holiday. That's why everyone feels warm and happy, because of the wonderful spirit of Christ that flows through the air. Sure presents are nice, but the best thing about Christmas, at least to me, is the wonderful warm feeling I get of our savior's birth. That great feeling is priceless and that's why I love Christmas. :) Merry Christmas everyone! Remember the real reason why we celebrate Christmas and enjoy your time with your family also. I know I will. Forever Moore :)

My Awesome Missionary Big Brother!

Today I got to speak with my brother Jensen over the phone. Jensen is on his mission and he is leaving the MTC and tomorrow he should be in Mexico, I think. It was so wonderful hearing my awesome brother's voice. I have been reading all his letters and writing to him, but it was so great to hear the sound of his voice. He is very excited to teach the people of Mexico about the gospel. I love him so much. His sarcastic humor is so hilarious. I always loved hanging out with him and playing one-on-one with him in basketball in our backyard. He always destroyed me of course, but it was still fun! I really miss him a lot. I also missed my other four brothers when they went on their missions, but Jensen is closer to my age and he has been a big part of my life. So it was sad when a big part of my life left. It took me a while to stop crying every day. I just love him so much and I am so proud of him. He is such a great example to me and I hope to be righteous like him, and all my other brothers and my parents. I can't wait to see him in 22 months! I will never stop writing to him on his mission and I will never stop reading his letters either. I love you, Jensen! You are truly missed.

Happy Birthday Tanner!

I also didn't get Tanner a present and I want to try to make it up to him just like Logan. Tanner is older than Logan by ten minutes. To me, it seems like Tanner is twenty years older than Logan because Tanner is way mature and Logan is so........ not. :) haha. I love Tanner just as much as Logan and my other brothers. He is so hilarious and he gives the best impersonation of the Grinch. I always laugh when he sticks out his stomach and walks like the Grinch. Maybe Tanner isn't as mature as I thought. :) haha. I love his warm hugs and his funny laugh. He is a great brother and a wonderful example to me. I love him so much. I will never forget that Tanner was an assistant on his mission because he won't let me or our whole family forget. haha. I'm very sad that he doesn't live with us anymore, but I'm very happy that he married Alana. She is the only girl that I will allow to take my awesome brother, Tanner, away from me. I love you so much, Tanner. Thank you for making my life brighter when you lived with our family. And thank you for helping create a sweet, beautiful baby girl that I could call my niece. I can't wait to receive a big warm hug from you again. :) Love you.

Happy Birthday Logan!

I know that I am really late in writing this but it couldn't hurt to write it now. Logan's birthday was on July 9. Sorry for keeping you waiting Nag. For the few people that might be actually reading this blog, Logan is my brother. He is a twin with Tanner, but I will write a letter about Tanner after this. Anyway, I am not a very good sister because I didn't get Logan any present, not even a letter. So I am trying to cover everything up with this letter. For those who know Logan, you know that he is a child at heart. Even though he is twenty three, he still acts like a kid (I love that!). He is so fun to be around and he always makes me happy. :) His humor always makes me feel better no matter how I feel. He is a great brother and I am so blessed to be able to call him my bro. It was hard for me to say good bye to him when he left back to Utah with his wife, Michelle (My awesome sister-in-law!) and Tanner and his wife, Alana (My other awesome sister-in-law!) I already miss his sarcasm and child-like attitude. I love you so much Logan. I'm sorry that I wasn't able to write this letter for you on your actual birthday. I miss "chatting" with you. It isn't the same without you, Nag. :) haha. I miss you terribly and I can't wait until I get to see your heart-warming smile again. :) Love you.

Happy Father's Day Dad!

I know that I am a day late and a dollar short. :) I seemed to have neglected getting my Dad a present for Father's Day so I am writing this for him. That isn't the only reason I am writing about my wonderful Dad. I am also dedicating this to him because he is the greatest Dad ever and I want everyone to know it! He is such a great example to me and my brothers. He is exactly what a Dad should be like. I don't know what I did to deserve his big, bear hugs and his loving care. He is always there for me and he pushes me to do my best in everything. He always screws up quotes from movies, messes up famous actors and actresses' names, makes up the most interesting dance moves......... I will just stop myself right there. Haha. :) I love it though when my dad messes up quotes and famous people's names. It's hilarious. Anyway....... he is such a righteous man and I love him so much. He makes me want to be the best person I can be so I can make him proud. Nothing makes my day more than when I gain my dad's appreciation. I swear he is an angel in disquise. I better stop now before I start bursting into tears........too late. I love you Daddy. Thank you for being the greatest Dad ever to me.

The Interpretation of My Blog Title

Those of you who know me well understand my title, but those of you who don't know me very well, don't worry, I will explain it to you. I was wondering what I should call my blog because my mom took the one I wanted which was 4evermoore. I thought about doing A Moore's Life, but then I thought better of it. In the end, my mom was the one who told me I should do this title, A Rose Among The Thorns. She explained to me that the title was compared to me and my six brothers. I was the only girl so I was the rose and my brothers were the thorns. I got a kick out of that so I named my blog after her idea. I just wanted to clarify my title so no one gets too confused. :) Thanks Mom for the awesome idea!