February 8
Buenos días
Teresa Drennen Burdette
Marisa Maggio Harelson
Buenos días
Beautiful sunrise 
Set a goal that makes you want to jump out of bed in the morning 
thank you my Merrill Budz!! Thank you for holding down the fort so mom and dad could go learn and play. Love and miss my kiddos
My beautiful wife is an inspiration, never afraid to try new things and stretch herself!
A big part of our story has been traveling from our home in Taylor to doctor appointments in Phoenix and other areas. We came up with the idea as a family that
Anna Pember Merrill
would paint a mural in our dining room showing the scenery we drive through on our many trips through Arizona.She has started this project after months of preparation and planning.
Her dedication to growing and doing new things is inspiring!
Love you Anna:)
It’s so easy for me to spin my wheels when setting goals. 
And what we call “buffering!” Excited to be apart of this program with
my kids! So important that we touch on the different aspects of our life
and balance it. 
Let’s do this!! What are your goals? 
.... Maybe some that you’re afraid of? 
I’m finally deciding to tackle my mural in my dining room, since I’m teaching murals in my art class
And what we call “buffering!” Excited to be apart of this program with
my kids! So important that we touch on the different aspects of our life
and balance it. Let’s do this!! What are your goals? .... Maybe some that you’re afraid of? I’m finally deciding to tackle my mural in my dining room, since I’m teaching murals in my art class
March 11
We had a less than smooth day on Monday. Without giving too many details, tow trucks, police cars, doctors, and other law professionals were involved. It is always easier to be frustrated and wonder "why?". But my beautiful 14 year old put it all in perspective with a simple text message to my wife. It brought me to tears. here was her message and picture she sent to my wife.
We can make a difference in people's lives when they are down by being aware and sharing simple words of encouragement or a sincere compliment:) Thanks to those who came and rescued me!
Some days are just tough days/weeks/months and sometimes it never goes away, because we all have trials! 
We all are living through something! But it’s how we handle it right?
and sometimes it takes our children to remind us. 
When my daughter left for school this morning I got this sweet message from her. How can I not be lifted up. Thank you sweet girl 
“I love you momma! Hope that your day will get better. Make sure you take time for your self and know that your Heavenly Father loves you and we all love you! Thank you for helping me get better. 
hope you feel better soon too!” #yourock
We all are living through something! But it’s how we handle it right? and sometimes it takes our children to remind us. When my daughter left for school this morning I got this sweet message from her. How can I not be lifted up. Thank you sweet girl “I love you momma! Hope that your day will get better. Make sure you take time for your self and know that your Heavenly Father loves you and we all love you! Thank you for helping me get better. hope you feel better soon too!” #yourock
February 11
Our girl's took 1st place!!!! All of their hard work paid off
we have an amazing team and some wonderful parent's that also help us make things happen. And a huge shout out to
The Merrill Budz started their first facebook page!
February 19
“Strive for progress, not perfection”
Forward is Forward, no matter the speed. 
February 24, 2020
we have an amazing team and some wonderful parent's that also help us make things happen. And a huge shout out to 
February 13
Lindsay Shill Waldrep
February 14th
“Let all that you do be done in love.” 
1 Corinthians 16:14 Happy Valentine’s Day!! Lots of love from the Merrill Family 
I am so in love with the month of February! 
The month to remind us how much we love each other! And don’t forget to forgive each other! Not always easy, but worth it to ourselves and others. It’s so important to keep a healthy physical heart but we need to remember, our spiritual heart is crucial too. 
DO YOU HAVE A HEART CONDITION?
“keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of
life.” Thank you Holly for sharing this with me. Scriptures to give your
HEART a spiritual boost 
#everyonehappierandhealthier
The month to remind us how much we love each other! And don’t forget to forgive each other! Not always easy, but worth it to ourselves and others. It’s so important to keep a healthy physical heart but we need to remember, our spiritual heart is crucial too. DO YOU HAVE A HEART CONDITION?
“keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of
life.” Thank you Holly for sharing this with me. Scriptures to give your
HEART a spiritual boost #everyonehappierandhealthier
February 21, 2020
“Thirst for Progress” -Arnene Lee 
Proud of these cute girls’ hard work and diligence. 
They completed their Personal Progress Goals and we got to celebrate their hard work. 
Neat to see them reach their goals and come closer to Christ.
They completed their Personal Progress Goals and we got to celebrate their hard work. Neat to see them reach their goals and come closer to Christ. 
The Merrill Budz started their first facebook page!
February 19
When I woke up this morning, all I could think about is what the sleep doctor said:”Before anything else, first thing in the morning you drink water & let your body re-hydrate itself after a long sleep/ after loosing at least 1 liter of water during the night”
So to make it easier for you to remember and when to and how much water to drink throughout the day & its benefits, I am posting this chart.
Save it. Print it. Or just pin this post
Have a happy, healthy & hydrated life! Raise your cup of water here 
This is the week for water at the Merrills! 
we hit water, 217 feet down 
fresh beautiful water! 
we know how blessed we are to have such fresh drinking water Science/geology at its best; in action! Looking at all these beautiful minerals coming out of the ground looks like a painting 
The kids were so excited
#merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #drinkmorewater
we hit water, 217 feet down fresh beautiful water! we know how blessed we are to have such fresh drinking water Science/geology at its best; in action! Looking at all these beautiful minerals coming out of the ground looks like a painting The kids were so excited#merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #drinkmorewater
February 21
Good Morning!! 
I listen to personal growth every morning and this is a favorite of mine and I thought I should share it!! “Stop saying you’re fine”
It teaches you & your brain to be stuck
It was a miracle you were born
I listen to personal growth every morning and this is a favorite of mine and I thought I should share it!! “Stop saying you’re fine” It teaches you & your brain to be stuck It was a miracle you were born Have a wonderful Day!! 
I’m excited to implement some changes in my life. It’s scary to grow! 
But, our kids (big and small) learn from our example! 
I’m excited to implement some changes in my life. It’s scary to grow! But, our kids (big and small) learn from our example! So I have to make that choice!
How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over ~Mel Robbins
https://youtu.be/Lp7E973zozc
February 23
“Strive for progress, not perfection”
Forward is Forward, no matter the speed. 
I had a very special blessed day! 
I got to go visit a cousin of mine, who’s been in a prison for lots of years. And the experience was remarkable 
I not only had a chance to be there for him today, but he said many
profound things that were touching and life-changing for me. God blesses
and helps us through each other.
“ if you have done it unto the least of these my brethren, you have
done it unto me.” Thankful my mother got to come and experience this
special time with me. We even stopped along the Salt River Canyon to
enjoy its beauty.
I got to go visit a cousin of mine, who’s been in a prison for lots of years. And the experience was remarkable
I not only had a chance to be there for him today, but he said many
profound things that were touching and life-changing for me. God blesses
and helps us through each other.
“ if you have done it unto the least of these my brethren, you have
done it unto me.” Thankful my mother got to come and experience this
special time with me. We even stopped along the Salt River Canyon to
enjoy its beauty. 
February 24, 2020 In August of 1999, I was in college and was transitioning from Mesa Community College to Arizona State University. Fall semester, I had a little bit of a break, my classes at ASU didn't start until January and I had already graduated from MCC. For reasons unknown at the time, I decided to take 1 class on Tuesday night... then I switched it to an Introduction to Special Education Class on Wednesday nights. I didn't need the class for credit, I just wanted to pad my resume for getting a job after graduation.
I wasn't excited about the class, but after the first night I was very excited to attend class each week...
BECAUSE, the first night of class, the absolutely beautiful, young, blonde gorgeous girl walked into class! I can still see the smile on her face as she took my breath away when she walked into the classroom!!! I slowly got to know her over the course of the class, and finally got up the courage to ask her out on the LAST day of class... She was going on a mission, so she didn't care much...
Long and complicated story shortened...
I am so blessed to have Anna Pember Merrill by my side as my wife for the last 19 and 1/2 years!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Anna Pember Merrill
!!! I Love you more than I can express. You are the best wife, mother, friend and advocate any person could every with for! My wishes and dreams come true each day I get to wake up next to you!HAPPY BIRTHDAY, I LOVE YOU!!!
Thank you so much for all the wonderful birthday wishes I feel so truly loved and blessed
The best gifts are when your little children so proudly and lovingly
wrap up their most favorite things and bring them to you to open, with
glimmer and excitement in their little eyes. 
fun night!!
I feel so truly loved and blessed
The best gifts are when your little children so proudly and lovingly
wrap up their most favorite things and bring them to you to open, with
glimmer and excitement in their little eyes. fun night!!
Thank you Dr. Sveta Silverman Caroline had a terrible fall over the weekend and had to go to the ER. I was grateful you were able to be there for us and shared your knowledge on how to soothe and repair, using food as medicine (nutrigenomics) 
I was concerned about all the medication they were so quick to give. I wanted to make the best choices for her.
Caroline had a terrible fall over the weekend and had to go to the ER. I was grateful you were able to be there for us and shared your knowledge on how to soothe and repair, using food as medicine (nutrigenomics) I was concerned about all the medication they were so quick to give. I wanted to make the best choices for her. FgtSeunditpbronusmdorgarlyud f2ed5
Sometimes "coincidence" (aka universe) is amazing: yesterday Anna Pember Merrill
and I were talking on the power of honey in mouth sores and today, I get this blog: 