Giving Thanks to Grandpa and Grandma
Many of my cousins, siblings, and I gathered recently at the site of our grandparents’ home to read excerpts from their 750+ pages of journals, to share our wonderful memories of them and their children, and to pay tribute to them.
The Atonement: Breaking Stride
All broken things can be healed because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
What’s the Best Way to Read my New Book of Mormon?
You’ve ended up with a Book of Mormon. You’d like to read it to see what it’s really all about, but how do you go about it?
3 Steps to Spiritual Development—Doctrine
The doctrine of Christ is truth, and when taught with the Holy Ghost it comes with power and conviction to the soul. Only the true doctrine will save us, so it is in Satan’s best interest to have so many counterfeits out there that it is almost impossible to tell which is the one that will actually save us.
Sculpture: With a Grain Assault
Salt dough–it’s not just for kids. Brandon’s humorous and helpful instructions on making homemade ornaments…and using the leftovers to make a chess set. Where else will you learn how to make a salt dough chess set?
When We are Too Weary, the Lord Provides the Rest
What a blessing it is to recognize the spiritual angels whom God places at the crossroads of life, keeping us on track, helping us when we least expect it.
Being a Thankful Marriage Partner
This Thanksgiving, spend a little time being thankful for your spouse–and to God for choosing families as a way for us to live our lives on Earth.
Ashley’s Dating Quest: Calm After the Storm
Ashley learns that dating doesn’t have to be so stressful and that hope is a wonderful thing.
We Choose Equality with Christ or Domination by Satan (Part 2)
Only by choosing our Heavenly Father’s loving plan of freedom, at-one-ment, and equality with Christ can we find “refuge from the storm and wrath.”
Seek First to Understand
Although I had learned to love South Africa, I couldn’t imagine how they would proceed peacefully and successfully through such a huge transition, with such incredible expectations. How do you get people together who seem so very different? Lessons for our lives today.
Down Syndrome Parenting: Joy in the Ordinary
There is so much more going on in our house than Down syndrome . . . think of having a toddler in the house whose moods and habits are in and through all the household traffic, but the traffic itself is not all about the toddler.
Son-in-Law Wanted
Son-in-laws wanted. Patience, love, and control essential.
Your Immigrant Ancestors
Learn simple tips to help you track down your immigrant ancestors.
I Got a Book of Mormon…What is it?
Someone gave me a Book of Mormon or I got one on my own…what is it all about? Why do I even want to read it? Part of a series on how to learn about Mormons in a non-threatening and responsible way.
Upcycling: Left a Jar
If you can’t quite bear to toss your old glass jars, upcycle them by turning them into a work of art.
3 Steps to Spiritual Development—Pure Religion
We all want to return to live with Christ and our Father in Heaven, but to do so requires that we undergo spiritual development so we fit in when we get there.
The Holiday Rush—Driving Too Fast for Current Conditions
Keeping the Savior at the center of our celebration will help the trifecta of the holiday season bring more joy and happiness in our lives as well as the lives of the people we love.
How Fictional Writers Can Affect Us
Fictional stories have this power for good or for evil and that is an epiphany I have thought about over and over again.
Marriage: Pursuit of Happiness
Serve your marriage partner and your family with unselfish love.
LDS Faith: Letter from a Thinker
I do not really characterize myself as a doubter. I just do not know everything yet.
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