{Twenty Eight}

{I found this post sitting in my drafts and feel compelled to finish it and to keep up my 365 Days of Gratitude, even if it's not consecutive days in a row.}

Drafted Text:

I love my calling... I'm the YW Secretary and Personal Progress Advisor. At first I was nervous... I didn't know anything about Personal Progress or YW to be honest, but I knew that they had faith in me and that it was the right place I was needed.

Last night we had our New Beginnings Program for Young Womens. We talked about Personal Progress and the importance that it has in helping the girls to develop who they are, build their testimony, prepare for the temple, and to just be amazing young women! Kara and Laurie put in so much work to make it such an amazing night and I wish I could have stayed for the whole thing (I had to leave early to finish my homework). I am so grateful for the church and how much happiness and joy it has brought into my life.

I didn't even have a big part in the program, as the Personal Progress Advisor I was just asked to talk about the new changes that have been made. They have added some really amazing things {which I would link to but my editor is being lame} including a new medallion, a book mark with ribbons that coordinate with the value colors, and a new book that is pink! If the girls weren't motivated before... they are totally motivated now! I mean, I want a super cool bookmark :) But, as I stood before the room of the Young Women, their parents, the amazing women I serve with in the Presidency, and our Bishop I was overwhelmed with the spirit and bawled my eyes out with joy and happiness for my calling. It has been so helpful to me and my progress in building my testimony, having a connection with people in a new area, and making new friends. I am especially thankful for the women I serve with and Louanne. If it wasn't for her I don't know if I would have ended up in YW in the first place. She was the YW President when I got my first calling. They have all been so helpful to me in every way possible! Any time I have felt overwhelmed or lost or just having a bad day I know that if I need their strength or help they are there for me in a minute. I wish that everyone in the world could say that they have people they can turn to in their times of need. For me, I can say it honestly and truthfully. That in itself is enough to be grateful for. However, that is not why I started out writing this post. I started it because I was starting to doubt my calling {I am aware that I shouldn't} and last night I was reminded why I was given my calling. It is where I am suppose to be and with people I should be serving with. I am grateful for the way in which the spirit works and I am humbled by it all the time.

Allow Me To...

INTRODUCE MYSELF:

I realized today while I was doing my usual blog stalking... that if I find someone's blog interesting or find someone from my past who I feel like following they probably think that I am a crazy person. So I would like to take some time out of my day so you all can get to know me and my wonderful family.

This is me:
Jacquelyn Marie (Haines) Tutton. I'm from the wonderful city of Mesa, Arizona. I grew up there and lived practically my whole life there until last November. But, more on my move later. I went to Whittier Elm, Carson Jr., and yes the glorious Mountain View. (I was suppose to go to Westwood...)(me and my "adopted" brother Curtis) While in highschool I was on "Pom" and took home 2 State Chamipon titles. It was a lot of work but so much fun too. I graduated in 2004 then moved on to ASU (Arizona State). There I enrolled in school and was on the dance team. I was not much of a school buff and switched my major a couple of times. I finally decided upon Early Childhood Education. This is my calling in life. I love kids and the joy of teaching them. What else could be better? While going to school I got a great job at The Library Bar & Grill as a door girl then moved my way up in the ranks to a waitress/bar tender. It was fun and I made a lot of good friends. There I also met this hunk of a guy named Kevin. We started dating and have never stopped. He is the greatest guy in the world (in my opinion). We have so much fun just being our goofy selves. We truly love eachother for the people we are. Nothing more, nothing less. I also love his family. They have welcomed me with loving arms and I couldn't feel more at home, away from my AZ home. Back in November of 2007, we moved to Arkansas so I could finish my schooling. Did I mention I never graduated from college? Oops. Anyways, that was half of the reason we moved out here. The other half was to help his parents with their buisness. They own well... 3 buisnesses. Ward's Turf: Linda sells grashoppers. Bud Ward's Antique Cars: Bud & Crew restore old cars to look new and pretty like this: (this is a '59 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz) Also, Kevin does Chrome & Stainless. Taking junk like this: and turning it into beauty like this: . The final company is Bud Ward's Auction Company. This is where Jimmy (Kev's bro) and I help Bud put on auctions where we sell lots of cars. Click the link to see what I mean. It keeps us very busy. After moving here (Arkansas) Kevin got down on one knee and gave me the most beautiful sparkly ring ever! I willing said YES! and 5 or so months later we were wed. One month later I was baptized and joined the Church of Jesus Chist of Latter-Day Saints aka Mormons! It really was a life changing experience for me and I'm glad that I decided to do it. Following that wirlind of a time we had two adorable twin boys in September. They are the greatest gifts ever. I am amazed everyday at how much they change and grow and become their own little person. It's amazing! I love being a mom and think I would enjoy it even more if I could be a stay at home one. But, they come to work with us so it is fun. If you ever have any questions don't be shy and just ask. I'm a pretty open and honest person. So, now I hope you are in the know.