not this cute anymore!First off, let me say that I NEVER intended on taking pictures. But since others had their cameras at church... I figured I might as well get a copy for myself.. and post them for the world to see.
I have been promoted to the office of Sister Friendly in our ward Primary. With the busy schedule I had last week, I seriously didn't have time to think about it until Saturday night. I literally packed the kids in the car and headed to Savers (thrift store) ten minutes before it closed. I searched through the racks and came up with this... the sad part is that I actually wore it. I asked the kids if they think my name should be Sister Beautiful instead of Sister Friendly. They adamantly shook their heads in disagreement.
The best part about dressing up as Sister Friendly was watching my own boys squirm in their chairs as I talked to the Primary. They obviously knew it was me and could NOT keep a straight face. Luke was trying so hard not to smile, but he gave in a few times. Ben took it all very seriously and pinky-promised that he wouldn't give my identity away. When he answered one of my questions right, I said that he must have a very smart mom to teach him so well. He smiled, but didn't say a word.
I will get to dress up every month and make a fool of myself. To tell you the truth, I am really nervous about the whole thing. I don't mind speaking in public and teaching a lesson in Primary is a cinch, but doing it as someone else intimidates me. I don't act or know how to speak with an accent... but after a while, I am sure I will get used to it. And I think I have my husband convinced that Sister Friendly needs a guest-host every once in a while. Aaron is the real entertainer and gets kids to laugh just by walking in the room. Obviously, he won't wear such an extravagant outfit... but you never know after a few bribes in the bedroom. I know how to work my magic.
I have been promoted to the office of Sister Friendly in our ward Primary. With the busy schedule I had last week, I seriously didn't have time to think about it until Saturday night. I literally packed the kids in the car and headed to Savers (thrift store) ten minutes before it closed. I searched through the racks and came up with this... the sad part is that I actually wore it. I asked the kids if they think my name should be Sister Beautiful instead of Sister Friendly. They adamantly shook their heads in disagreement.
The best part about dressing up as Sister Friendly was watching my own boys squirm in their chairs as I talked to the Primary. They obviously knew it was me and could NOT keep a straight face. Luke was trying so hard not to smile, but he gave in a few times. Ben took it all very seriously and pinky-promised that he wouldn't give my identity away. When he answered one of my questions right, I said that he must have a very smart mom to teach him so well. He smiled, but didn't say a word.
I will get to dress up every month and make a fool of myself. To tell you the truth, I am really nervous about the whole thing. I don't mind speaking in public and teaching a lesson in Primary is a cinch, but doing it as someone else intimidates me. I don't act or know how to speak with an accent... but after a while, I am sure I will get used to it. And I think I have my husband convinced that Sister Friendly needs a guest-host every once in a while. Aaron is the real entertainer and gets kids to laugh just by walking in the room. Obviously, he won't wear such an extravagant outfit... but you never know after a few bribes in the bedroom. I know how to work my magic.
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Wow you are a good sport!!! Sister Friendly does look like she would be a fun gal... are you going to make party appearances too? :)
since when did primary get so radical? only in vegas....
Haha!! FUN primary! Where were you when I was nine? Feel free to visit our ward. We'll let you speak in Relief Society for sure!!
I'm dying to hear WHY Sister Friendly is in Primary and what her purpose is! My kids stopped in their tracks when they saw the pictures. Hilarious!
She does sharing time once a month... a lesson, game, whatever to keep the kids entertained. It gives the presidency a week off and is something fun for the kids.
My sunbeams loved Sister Friendly! We all can't wait to see her next month :)
Ah!! I remember Sister Friendly!! Who used to do that back in our ward when we were little?? I can't remember who it was or exactly what she went by, but it was very similar to that. Whoever it was, I'm quite sure no one could ever top you! I bet you make the funnest Sister Friendly ever!
Thought you'd like to know that Madisen just saw your picture- but didn't know this was your blog. I asked her if Sister Friendly had visited her primary last Sunday. She said "Yes, it was the Shumway girl." My response was, "Oh, did someone tell you that it was Sister Shumway?" She said, "No, I just know that it was." "Humph" was all I said.
LOVE the Sis Friendly idea
...and I don't know about you, but I have known more than a few people who were told they were having a boy and had a girl, and vice-versa, even though the ultrasounds were pretty convincing at the time. And, I have to tell you, that when my daughters were born, I was very worried that something was wrong with their parts, cuz, they were VERY swollen, yes they were. So, you never ever know - unless you KNOW. I had 3 babies that I KNEW if they were a boy or girl before we had the ultra sound, and I was right each time! The others; didn't know, didn't matter.
where has sister friendly been all my church going life? I probably would have liked church a little bit more if she came around - way to trick the kids into liking church! jk
that is hilarious!! You look great. Primary is the best. Congrats on the pregnancy!! All th redders are so excited for you.
You have exceeded my expectations again Janney.
Janet, thanks for being such a GREAT sport and doing this for us!!! The kids loved it, and no need to be nervous, seriously! You did great!!! And yes, I think a special appreance by your husband would be awesome!
GREAT costume! What I want to know is, did you wear it all through church? That would be fun :) We need you to come back to our ward--I think we could use a Sister Friendly!
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