Wyatt Is A Man!!!

Q. Guess whose birthday it is?

A. Wyatt Owen Whiting

FAQs

1. How old is this hottie?

18 - yes he is legally a man!

2. Is he really as handsome as he appears in pictures?

Yes, probably more so. He has a bussin jawline, killer smile, shredded body, but he doesn't even realize it. Even hotter is his crazy, awesome personality.

3. Does he have a girlfriend?

No. Although a big fan of girls, he keeps it casual and tries to take out a variety of girls to learn more about them and himself.

4. How much fun does Wyatt like to have?

Maybe the perfect amount. His parents never have to ride him about school, work, or responsibilities, but as soon as they are done...he is "game on" ready to play. He loves skiing and wakeboarding/surfing, traveling, board, card, and video games, and just hanging out and laughing with friends and family.

5. What are Wyatt's plans post high school?

Wyatt plans to defer his college start date for a two year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has earned the money to pay for this himself, has kept himself mentally, physically, and spiritually prepared his whole life, and turns in his papers next week. He will not choose where he serves, but believes he will be called where the Lord needs him to be. More info to be released later.

Special thanks to all the people who turned this amazing boy into an incredible man. We couldn't be more proud, even if a bit sad at how fast it all happened.

 What's your favorite thing to do?

* Play on my Switch

What do you want to be when you grow up? 

* In finance

What is your favorite food?

* Chili

Who do you like to hang out with?

* Micheal Torres

What do you do really well? 

* Bring a smile to my mother's face

What makes you laugh?

* myself

What is the best time of day?

* When I am not doing scholarships

What are you afraid of?

* My mom making me do scholarships

What do you like to do with your family?

* Eat dinner

What do you like to learn about?

* Psychology

Where do you like to go?

* Home after school

What is your favorite book?

* The Alchemist

If you could have one wish, what would it be?

* For everyone to appreciate my excellence (read: sarcasm)

Opening Up the Windows to Heaven

I tend to live my life pursuing anything that interests me wholeheartedly. The downside of this is that I almost always have more interests than I do time. As a result, I have to inwardly reflect on what my strongest values are and make choices that reflect those.

Right now I am at a crossroads as I consider new job offers, getting my doctorate degree, focusing on my family and kids these last 3 years before Travis and I are empty nesters, future dream jobs, and retirement plans. Yes I am a planner and so choices are being made now for that. Once again, I am grateful but torn over so many awesome options.

So like I have historically with any major decision in life (including who to marry, where to live - all seven moves, what homes to buy, when and how many children to have, what jobs to take, when to start and stop phases of life) I find myself using tonight and tomorrow to fast and pray about it. This is something members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have the opportunity to do each month.

And even though I can't have it all, or at least all right now in this moment, I feel peace because I know I will get direction as I lift my heart and mind to commune with my Heavenly Father. "Fasting, coupled with mighty prayer, is powerful. It can fill our minds with the revelations of the Spirit." He will guide and direct me and continue to make my life better than anything I have ever been able to plan or imagine for myself.

And if there is any one thing I have wanted to teach and pass down to my kids, it is that absolute confidence in recognizing the voice of the Lord and knowing he loves and cares about them and that he will talk to, guide, and direct them as he has me throughout my life. I know that they will feel the peace and assurance and confidence in all areas of their life that I have been able to have. So regardless of your faith, I challenge each of you - try it out, at least once, see what you think and consider how you feel.

For more about fasting, see here!