by Valerie Steimle | Apr 4, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
From the time of Christ’s resurrection, Christians from around the world have celebrated Easter day as a great blessing to all mankind. For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) it is not different. We are in awe of the sacrifice our...
by Valerie Steimle | Mar 21, 2015 | Discipleship: Follow the Savior, Finding Happiness, Home and Family, Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
Patience is a virtue. I had to repeat that phrase to myself many times this past week. Challenges come in many ways to families. A difficult child, physical limitations, financial struggles, mental illness, and other assorted trials in the form of learning how to deal...
by Valerie Steimle | Mar 14, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
Last week one of the Laurels (16 to 17 year old girls) in our Young Women’s organization was asked to give a talk at church on the Relief Society. On March 17, 2015, it will be the 173rd anniversary of this wonderful women’s organization. Emily Atwood gave me five...
by Valerie Steimle | Mar 7, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
As children grow through their teen years, parents are challenged with difficult situations. Teenagers can be emotionally demanding at times, and parental rewards are few and far between. One payback which warms the heart for parents is to hear their children tell...
by Valerie Steimle | Feb 28, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
There are some days of the week which are challenging. There are other days we are stretched to our limit. The experience we call “living on earth” has its moments but it all seems better when we can take a break from our normal routine. Taking time to celebrate the...
by Valerie Steimle | Feb 21, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
Rearing a large family is rewarding but, at times it is challenging task, especially when there are so many under one roof. (A certain nursery rhyme comes to mind.) We are the keepers of our homes and most of us would agree that we should guard that home against the...
