From Utahna:
I don’t know how many rows of bales I rolled for only 50 cents a row. The whole time complaining to my siblings that we were just their slaves. I pretty much had this attitude, the worst attitude, most of growing up. I hated the farm work and would much rather be home cooking or cleaning with mom. One day I think I must have been whining (odd I know). And Dad, nice as could be, told me how much he appreciated my hard work. But, told me if I didn't want to, I didn't have to continue hauling hay with them. If I would rather, I could just stay home and help Mom. It made me feel really bad for having such a bad attitude. But, just having Dad give me the option, silly as it is, made a big difference. And no, I didn't quit. I didn't have to be out their working after that, but I had chosen to. It was a blessing to be able to work hard, to spend time with my family, and as a bonus get a little spending money. I must admit, I didn't know how good I really had it.
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Utahna and I were quite different growing up. While she enjoyed helping Mom in the house, I despised the cooking, the cleaning, and endless canning. I would beg Dad to find me some chores... it would go something like this... "Dad, Mom wants me to help can peaches, isn't there something you need me to on the farm?" Sometimes it was as boring as strawing the pile or moving hay, but, it was outside! :) And now... Utahna has the cutest little family. She is an amazing mother, keeps an organized house, cans, and makes delicious meals for her family. Yesterday I spent the day cleaning out the pond... my house is a disaster and Jeremy got scrambled eggs for dinner (what?!? they were homemade ;)) When Jeremy feels the food around here is under par, he asks "Do you need to go to Tuna's for a week and find some inspiration?" She does inspire me. I am so thankful Heavenly Father blessed us all with different personalities and strengths! Also so thankful she chose to work with us, it wouldn't have been the same, right Doug?
Jami is right it would not have been the same, it would not have been the same without each and every one of you all with whom I had the opportunity to rub shoulders and work with. Visited with Becky in Kent's the other day and I tell you thoes trully were the days. thank you all. juel
ReplyDeleteNo it would not have been the same at all. For those of you who don't know it (and sorry if this shatters anybodies image of themselves) but Utahna was the best driver, at least that I ever worked with. She was so good that it was dangerous to make her mad if you were on the back of the truck. Let's just say that timing is everything and she had it down. And unloading trucks she wasn't afraid to drop one on your head if you got too lippy.
ReplyDeleteBut Utahna always stood up for me, and it meant the world to me. I love you Tuna.
Haha, sounds like there is a good story or two in that comment!
DeleteI love that everyone still calls her tuna!
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