Standiford Family

"At the focal point of all human history, a point illuminated by a new star in the heavens revealed for just such a purpose, probably no other mortal watched–none but a poor young carpenter, a beautiful virgin mother, and silent stabled animals who had not the power to utter the sacredness they had seen. Shepherds [...]

I received this link in an email and wanted to share it with those who may not have seen it.
Only 5 more days.

Thank goodness for service man #1.  He returned on Monday and cleaned up the mess that service man #2 left us.  So come to find out service man #2 forgot to hook up the pressure sensor, which is why the washer never stopped pumping water into the tub.  Service man #1 said that he has [...]

Christmas is a wonderful time of year. It is a time to celebrate not only the Savior’s birth but also His life and example. He showed us how to live and find happiness whatever our circumstances. He is the Son of the Eternal Father.
As we follow Him and reach out as He did—serving family and [...]

We bought a few gifts on Saturday getting us closer to being finished with our Christmas shopping.  Megan, Kade, and I went out to the Grape Road/Main Street area a little after noon.  I think that was my first chance to see the masses of people as they were out doing their shopping.  With being [...]

We have had the worst luck with our washer lately.  The saga started about two weeks ago when it decided it wasn’t going to spin anymore.  Figuring I could be a handyman and figure this thing out, I attempted to diagnose the problem.  After I finally figured out how to get the front cover off [...]

I just checked and my official grades have been posted.  I got a B in World Regional Geography and a B- in Business Law.  I am extremely pleased.

Mattey had another visit to the ER Saturday night/Sunday morning.  This is her third time in four weeks.  This time she was admitted to the hospital for tests.  Ever since she had her high fever over four weeks ago she has been having aches in her wrist and leg, which come and go.  It would [...]

I just finished taking the final exam for my World Regional Geography class. Since I don’t have a final in my Business Law class, I am officially done for the semester. Now I will anxiously, or not so anxiously await my grades. Those should be available the middle of next week.

I just got my last law test back and I got an 84 out of 100.  All my efforting paid off in a huge way!  I am so excited.  I also turned in my final paper today, so I am officially done with this class.  I still plan on attending class on Wednesday to pick [...]