Where were you...that september day?

Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day

Out in the yard with your wife and children

Working on some stage in LA

Did you stand there in shock at the site of

That black smoke rising against the blue sky

Did you shout out in anger

In fear of your neighbor

Or did you just sit down and cry

Did you weep for the children

Who lost their dear loved ones

And pray for the ones who don't know

Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble

And sob for the ones left below

Did you burst out in pride

For the red white and blue

The heroes who died just doing what they do

Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer

And look at yourself to what really matters

I'm just a singer of simple songs

I'm not a real political man

I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell you

The difference in Iraq and Iran

But I know Jesus and I talk to God

And I remember this from when I was young

Faith hope and love are some good things he gave us

And the greatest is love

Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day

Teaching a class full of innocent children

Driving down some cold interstate

Did you feel guilty cause you're a survivor

In a crowded room did you feel alone

Did you call up your Mother and tell her you love her

Did you dust off that Bible at home

Did you open your eyes and hope it never happened

Close your eyes and not go to sleep

Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages

Speak with some stranger on the street

Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow

Go out and buy you a gun

Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watching

And turn on "I love Lucy" reruns

Did you go to Church and hold hands with some stranger

Stand in line and give your own blood

Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family

Thank God you had somebody to love

I'm just a singer of simple songs

I'm not a real political man

I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell you

The difference in Iraq and Iran

But I know Jesus and I talk to God

And I remember this from when I was young

Faith hope and love are some good things he gave us

And the greatest is love

The greatest is love

Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day.

(Written by Alan Jackson in the middle of the night after 9/11)

Someone that knows how can post some photos of 9/11 with this if they would like, thanks.

Love to all,

Mark

Any Moms out there want a home-based job?

Most of you know of my former advertising partner Kerry. She left the ad business when she had babies, but still wanted some income and stimulation. Her one requirement was that a job had to be something she could do in her own time, and not interfere with her other full time job as a Mother. She has found what for her is an incredible opportunity doing something she believes in strongly, and she LOVES it. It's a home-based business and last month she was #1 in the company. I told her I would mention it here to see if any of the young (or old) Moms in our family might be interested. The company is called Once Upon A Family (maybe some of you have heard of it) and it certainly seems like it's right up the alley of Mormon families. (She said that last month somebody in Utah was number two in the company.) Here's what it says on their website is the company's mission:

Our mission is to help families connect in loving, joyful, meaningful ways. We offer elegant keepsakes, unique gifts and inspirational tradition ideas to simplify and enrich your family life.

Our products are distributed through Independent Consultants who believe in the importance of family, who want to create a better family life for their loved ones and who are interested in sharing our vision with others while building a home-based business.

If any of you are interested I can happily get you in contact with Kerry. Just let me know. It's a pretty new company as well, so it's a good time to get in if any of you want. Thanks.
PS: it's not just a single position. Anybody can do it.

Bibler's Are Expecting (finally)

After being married for 6 years we decided to take the plunge and start a family. My due date is April 12th so I am 9 weeks and right in the middle of the morning sickness. I know I am not supposed to spread the word until 3 months but I figured the secret was getting out anyway! :) I tried to add a picture but my computer doesn't want to do anything I say today!! Hopefully I will get to see most of you around Christmas time. We love and miss everyone!

Torsell's

Elder Ben Ostler

Hello Everyone,

Ben's time at home is getting short as he will enter the MTC on September 19th.
So look out Missouri, ST. Louis Mission, Elder Ostler will soon be on his way! We are looking forward to going to the temple with him this week.

All are invited to come and visit with Ben before he goes. He will speak in Sacrament Meeting on September 16th at 11:00 am. It will be in our buildng across the street from our home. We will gather after Sacrament Meeting at our home for lunch. If you would like to bring something just make it a salad, side dish, or dessert to share. Thanks for the support and love you give our family.
Love, Jon and Val

Happy Birthday to Jennica

Today's the day we get to send lots of *Happy Birthday* wishes to Jennica, who's very happy they decided to declare a holiday in honor of her birthday! How convenient, and the holiday means Jen gets to take a couple of days off from the pressures of college and do a little birthday celebrating.

We hope you had lots of cake, good food, and fun family time for your birthday. Happy Birthday Jen. We love you lots.

In Memory of Mother: Creamed Zucchini

"Creamed" Zucchini from Mom
(Recipe originally from Jon Ostler's Mom)

8 cups fresh zucchini, diced in 2" pieces
(or use half zucchini and half yellow summer squash)
1/4 cup powdered coffee creamer
(Coffee-Mate brand preferred)
1/4 stick butter (or less)
salt or Veg-sal to taste
fresh ground black pepper to taste

Put diced zucchini in large pan and cover with water. Cook at low boil until zucchini is very fork-tender, but not mushy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain zucchini in colander for 3-4 minutes, then put back in pan you cooked it in. Add butter, then mash zucchini a few times with a potato masher (just enough to release water and break it into chunks, but not enough to get a completely mashed consistency). Put in coffee creamer and a generous seasoning of salt and pepper, stir a few times, then turn heat back on and cook zucchini about 3 minutes more, until all coffee creamer is dissolved and dish is piping hot. Serve immediately.

Hope everyone has a lot of zucchini in their garden so they can make some!
Love,
Kalyn