tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63655024088959186462024-03-10T23:46:05.169-06:00Living Waters By LeAnnLeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.comBlogger537125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-15326069053423300052023-02-28T17:45:00.001-07:002023-02-28T17:45:48.653-07:00Stillness -<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhal4NFrgmg6AAERJj4CG-1Y5eLWOkTnLfnKmJwxlaHIUWaTa2c2IxGQ3tFp4HJsCJuYn5lxOnSSlXqENywrmoC4v_eSmyTNTDbNx2WAyMi6fFyNuL78CZEUe6LmBDNx1MzrsnllKEIKu6UkEWjQAAEbI80kxQt4aK7hRgGuy1v0yZMcHh8Lr9bSMXS_w/s1084/3.5%20x%202%20in%20copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="634" data-original-width="1084" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhal4NFrgmg6AAERJj4CG-1Y5eLWOkTnLfnKmJwxlaHIUWaTa2c2IxGQ3tFp4HJsCJuYn5lxOnSSlXqENywrmoC4v_eSmyTNTDbNx2WAyMi6fFyNuL78CZEUe6LmBDNx1MzrsnllKEIKu6UkEWjQAAEbI80kxQt4aK7hRgGuy1v0yZMcHh8Lr9bSMXS_w/w640-h374/3.5%20x%202%20in%20copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Life continues to be busy. There is only a little time to be still. I have been reflecting on how to have more stillness in my life. I loved this poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow; the thoughts speak to me. I have had the Spirit talk to me in the night's stillness of prayers and silence. As I ask to know the Lord's will for my life, I have received direction on the most critical priorities to work on.</span><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I have many items to do, but I must balance time and do what remains most important. I find many answers from daily prayer with my Heavenly Fathe. Moments of study in the scriptures, and especially The Book of Mormon</span><span style="font-family: arial;">. I can make better choices and decisions as I reflect, ask questions, and receive answers from the Lord through the Spirit. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I ask a question on the Chatter App. I liked what a quick response brought. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">"To have stillness, find a space to relax and reflect. Turn off distractions like your phone, TV, or computer. Spend time in this space each day and practice mindfulness activities like meditation, deep breathing, yoga, and prayer. You can also use journaling and other creative exercises to help you connect with yourself, your inner peace, and your Heavenly Father and Savior." </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Fun Moments with Family for January & February-</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2VVaCDJ3WFB2prWiaYoO48NRI9eMFgQ-NRFKqL3Er3KlOM0cGC76jg_D1KkykwSMl917A5PufFv47rKPDy67_gPYSurOX0IvA4nuPaSiFFamhYf5N4FPrKQlHN-PD2314ZosIgdnbxw_w0Jd8KgrK5NTXXHXXpoVji9_jZcCh-s1uozAXMMRbIxLxeQ/s1200/Ben's%20Baptism.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2VVaCDJ3WFB2prWiaYoO48NRI9eMFgQ-NRFKqL3Er3KlOM0cGC76jg_D1KkykwSMl917A5PufFv47rKPDy67_gPYSurOX0IvA4nuPaSiFFamhYf5N4FPrKQlHN-PD2314ZosIgdnbxw_w0Jd8KgrK5NTXXHXXpoVji9_jZcCh-s1uozAXMMRbIxLxeQ/w640-h320/Ben's%20Baptism.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On Saturday, January 7th, we traveled to Idaho and stayed with our son, James, Amber, and Averi, for our Grandson Benjamin's ordination to the office of a Teacher in our faith. Here is a photo of Jenni, our daughter, with Michael, their son, Benjamin, and their daughter Emma. Their other daughter Alyssa was working. These two families are in the same Ward, so that is fun. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjgWiJVB_B5HYQ54enoX9V8EWDsV8FDm-Q9eq77HmhQPNTNGL-aShRgas0qykxTjB7bSsK_tVQudgrEv8lgv1S5TclhyjGYjq0EKKlBqT-_h987X366-CFSQr6ccm1MYWcUcD7Y6097F2dXfLCAF-sgMpTITbs3-tzgn1K8O9hYcUfTG435yYrRWeSqg/s1200/James%20and%20Amber%20-%20Averi%20Jan.%202023.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjgWiJVB_B5HYQ54enoX9V8EWDsV8FDm-Q9eq77HmhQPNTNGL-aShRgas0qykxTjB7bSsK_tVQudgrEv8lgv1S5TclhyjGYjq0EKKlBqT-_h987X366-CFSQr6ccm1MYWcUcD7Y6097F2dXfLCAF-sgMpTITbs3-tzgn1K8O9hYcUfTG435yYrRWeSqg/w640-h320/James%20and%20Amber%20-%20Averi%20Jan.%202023.png" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">After church on Sunday, January 8th, we went to Michael and Jenni's home for dinner. Here is an excellent photo of my son, James, Amber, and our sweet special needs, Grandaughter, Averi. She is 21 years old. Averi is blind and autistic. The necklace is made up of her kids. Each of the items has a name. Her favorite one is the pink cloth in her hand. His name is 6th. 6th has been with Averi for 20-plus years. She held it in Primary Children's Intensive care for over 5 months. She was the sickest baby at the time they had seen. She was diagnosed with Osteopetrosis. A very rare disease. All of her kids are named after numbers, like Thursday Eleven, Twelve; Twenty-Two, Seven, Eleven; and Twelve, Twenty-Six. She has favorite times and dates. She is amazing. With Averi, you can give her your birthday day and the date, and she will tell you the date and day of your birthday in the next year. She does amazing things with math and can play the piano by ear when she isn't being stubborn. </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDysuj0gc5NgtwaDkdUvjZq7R_ICMw2yIdw_7gS59lgMVep8c5-WmwdFPRO5hygIopUhU8Qxg58m0xFSt-eodn4wYIQpBFan0Wb-GN502nfoUccOnftCoXmP1usz0-ounMmkrpzeg4galDUc3rETMZ-DvPNSJya595x3iz9FLuZT5jo3DZOD6kGEBgfQ/s1200/Kason's%20ordination%20Jan.%202023.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDysuj0gc5NgtwaDkdUvjZq7R_ICMw2yIdw_7gS59lgMVep8c5-WmwdFPRO5hygIopUhU8Qxg58m0xFSt-eodn4wYIQpBFan0Wb-GN502nfoUccOnftCoXmP1usz0-ounMmkrpzeg4galDUc3rETMZ-DvPNSJya595x3iz9FLuZT5jo3DZOD6kGEBgfQ/w640-h320/Kason's%20ordination%20Jan.%202023.png" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The following weekend, we traveled again to Sugar City, Idaho, Saturday, January 14th, for our Grandson, Kason, to be made a Priest in the Aaronic Priesthood. After the ordination, my son Travis, Amanda, and their wonderful family had lunch. The following are in the group photo. Roger, myself, Amanda, Jaxson and Justice, Bradon and Karli, Haven, Layton, Ryley, Travis, Ethan, and Kason. It was extra lovely to be with them all. Unfortunately, we stayed another day at James and Amber's home due to bad weather. </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg70LCY7Y8sigPMGyp0znNdWawWQaYzMCnYxLh30_BYuiNUJKetyLDZK9nLGBndwWbSbwB4JWuB_AfIYGgrbSl7WXVYN8-s7HqR8kbJU7T3hnpL67R_SeU8PedcWZhLuz1sD_IdV0RJoWfpdv8u6XjcH98Wz2_roYtmzUr8wV_535iS7m2GjxVvkiDKiA/s900/3%20x%203%20in.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="900" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg70LCY7Y8sigPMGyp0znNdWawWQaYzMCnYxLh30_BYuiNUJKetyLDZK9nLGBndwWbSbwB4JWuB_AfIYGgrbSl7WXVYN8-s7HqR8kbJU7T3hnpL67R_SeU8PedcWZhLuz1sD_IdV0RJoWfpdv8u6XjcH98Wz2_roYtmzUr8wV_535iS7m2GjxVvkiDKiA/w640-h640/3%20x%203%20in.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our treasured Sammy joined us for a Happy Birthday celebration of our Grandson in law, Alex, on Wednesday, January 25th. His Birthday cake was a cheesecake. It's his favorite. We had a nice dinner and celebrated his birthday with our Grandchildren, newlyweds, Braedon and Taylor Jo, Alex, and Sariah, followed by my favorite, Roger. Of course, I was taking photos. It was fun to have them all. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our newlyweds, Granddaughter Taylor Jo, and Braedon, our new Grandson-in-law, moved in with us on January 16th while looking for an apartment. We have loved having them here with us. They were only here for 3 weeks and then found ann apartments nearby.</span></div></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3py9kJtof-pmYtlw4_sfl-z8znyhffKBC3tKt3r4DGzFSKM262XkIiPjCZJLJzamzGXLriONo8b_h_Asei1310G8I0qi1Sxx-NixKMBiYhauAi2rhcLfIlr85z1VVIB3Px0vabxtfazujnOC14DK6HCVywx3UolQ-E1DmxGWG-INa9GeN2CezLgLHIw/s1800/Roger's%20birthday.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3py9kJtof-pmYtlw4_sfl-z8znyhffKBC3tKt3r4DGzFSKM262XkIiPjCZJLJzamzGXLriONo8b_h_Asei1310G8I0qi1Sxx-NixKMBiYhauAi2rhcLfIlr85z1VVIB3Px0vabxtfazujnOC14DK6HCVywx3UolQ-E1DmxGWG-INa9GeN2CezLgLHIw/w426-h640/Roger's%20birthday.png" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">We had grandchildren in the area for Roger's 77th birthday celebration on Sunday, January 29th. He is finally my age, which is nice. For two months, I get to be the oldest. We were joined for dinner, cake, and Icecream. We had Christian, Jonathan, Jackson, Michael, Braedon, Taylor, Jo, Roger, and me. We really enjoy these precious young adults. </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHhhGOc7YTApylxt2OezIkNp1aFCbxaEeW8AdSmi49xHAVgoVO8rRnm9Bpg0XDLH56AUIuc1hFcm1MrxUdMym1-z57LbD-cwixEfIOaig2YFA7P-dpEjJqLS-bzRpuVC6wk8a3UpkniOIgOvKIedRC6dCqXQdmoUwCt8sVm9wIXDyc3zqbLqOFvq44IQ/s658/thumbnail_IMG_3931.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="658" height="486" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHhhGOc7YTApylxt2OezIkNp1aFCbxaEeW8AdSmi49xHAVgoVO8rRnm9Bpg0XDLH56AUIuc1hFcm1MrxUdMym1-z57LbD-cwixEfIOaig2YFA7P-dpEjJqLS-bzRpuVC6wk8a3UpkniOIgOvKIedRC6dCqXQdmoUwCt8sVm9wIXDyc3zqbLqOFvq44IQ/w640-h486/thumbnail_IMG_3931.png" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Our son James brought his family down from Idaho for a short visit. We loved that they came to church with us and had Sunday dinner. It was fun to have them, and our conversations were</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> entertaining. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">This month I had two lunches with friends. Lunch with my dear friends Joan, Danelle, and ReNae. I have known these friends from high school for over 60 years. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I then had a great lunch with one of my best friends, Toni; it is always delightful to be with her. Regretfully, I did take any photos. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">My temple shifts have been extra special. I always enjoy working each Thursday and Friday in the temple.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">On Valentine's day, my dearest one gave me beautiful flowers that are still doing well and blooming. I didn't take photos; what's wrong with me. Instead, we went out to dinner and enjoyed a movie. It was a lovely day together. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF0g7qtyrci6gGAsNC9HPKVDAUy-3AiQdsgp34IUMLwbdXjXD8GoB6P-um62eg75KB-ZWzFlmPpXxPRVClkF3VBhlNOxMoRa69PB6SEoixf0eXvMEYBr_tUc7gOpizRurh-Te7ZbCZDdhd1v1hx-8YrYesYwIh3QtpqhqvxfCyG-Wbix_RQVRwxcHzwA/s1200/4%20x%202%20in.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF0g7qtyrci6gGAsNC9HPKVDAUy-3AiQdsgp34IUMLwbdXjXD8GoB6P-um62eg75KB-ZWzFlmPpXxPRVClkF3VBhlNOxMoRa69PB6SEoixf0eXvMEYBr_tUc7gOpizRurh-Te7ZbCZDdhd1v1hx-8YrYesYwIh3QtpqhqvxfCyG-Wbix_RQVRwxcHzwA/w640-h320/4%20x%202%20in.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">On Wednesday, February 22nd, we had a massive snowstorm hit Utah. We got around 20 inches in a brief period. It was a record-breaking storm. We need the water due to a heavy drought in this area. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">This last weekend, I had a quick moment in the ER. I was very sick for a while. It took a bit of time for a diagnosis. Luckily, I didn't have to stay overnight. I had dehydrated due to nausea, and my heart was in arrhythmia. The IV fluids helped a lot. Unfortunately, I had an infection that probably caused the other symptoms. I feel much better today. This was only the 2nd time I had been in an ER for any health concerns; it was a little scary. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Let us all look for more stillness in our lives and find a balance for priorities. I'm going to work on this for sure. Have a great week, everyone! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-2039236915433826232022-12-31T22:14:00.007-07:002023-01-03T16:14:04.492-07:00Happy New Year! Reflections on the 2022~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggXNFqYrKuPGBqqTNaJXbou-cJKePeBqiceXmmukvwULARA-bfi8-Cs7lDGcwfnyGG7jpBgwN_Pj7mhsewBPgVASN5IM6tLkPTilasrj0vBQipxov4IBYuz2Akzx6nddwmo35pjvTpyx4USxxdNI_tM35TpcDtoo5SW18wS8liL3-ysVFbkX3D9y5Qzg/s1633/2023-happy-new-year-background-design-illustration-vector.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="980" data-original-width="1633" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggXNFqYrKuPGBqqTNaJXbou-cJKePeBqiceXmmukvwULARA-bfi8-Cs7lDGcwfnyGG7jpBgwN_Pj7mhsewBPgVASN5IM6tLkPTilasrj0vBQipxov4IBYuz2Akzx6nddwmo35pjvTpyx4USxxdNI_tM35TpcDtoo5SW18wS8liL3-ysVFbkX3D9y5Qzg/w640-h384/2023-happy-new-year-background-design-illustration-vector.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Dearest Blog Friends, </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">It has been some time since I have written a blog. That being said, I have missed blogging and reading your blogs. You are all important to me, and I feel sad that I haven't connected. My life had been blessed with too much on my plate. However, it has been a feast of many good things that I will share briefly with you. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are sweet blessings received in 2022:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We celebrated our fifty-fifth Wedding Anniversary on June 13th, 2022. First, we drove to Spokane, Washington, for our Granddaughter's Graduation, and then we took two days for an anniversary celebration. It was a great trip. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNoLNnMtmYKQKtyfltOwSz-GZPvsj1GqMl5gFVm4sK5yxuvt9Xf0i2TGs_0hXdOl6CVarv0StPlC5d4L04TUJWlQV13GuXR4H9y7OYMLUkWiHtpoRh8KS_0nnAGIlr4ym4k__5SVvwpxhpsK9J84MU5hsaX3gZXee9GBGWRi9tHH-PwQpQ5hcPkEqW6w/s956/thumbnail_IMG_3932.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="895" data-original-width="956" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNoLNnMtmYKQKtyfltOwSz-GZPvsj1GqMl5gFVm4sK5yxuvt9Xf0i2TGs_0hXdOl6CVarv0StPlC5d4L04TUJWlQV13GuXR4H9y7OYMLUkWiHtpoRh8KS_0nnAGIlr4ym4k__5SVvwpxhpsK9J84MU5hsaX3gZXee9GBGWRi9tHH-PwQpQ5hcPkEqW6w/w640-h600/thumbnail_IMG_3932.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"> <b>Three Grandchildren graduated from High School in May and June.</b></span><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b> </b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0BzWe_z2rBi08cvLCuGdXlblwa8vIt87GkXMqh8c-DdYNonVzcmbDNoUPy082oocYgL3xIVb11Ak4bdNL52oP9_2j26FIHUqxhSwZ2Bl2Hoo7L8M52xC-ypxFFIxhgFeQWVYnZZ1G4sjEOuc4PTgC7d9kJTsCWvP3xE2f2-hHBmUg4b3D6lpKQBTniw/s2048/11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0BzWe_z2rBi08cvLCuGdXlblwa8vIt87GkXMqh8c-DdYNonVzcmbDNoUPy082oocYgL3xIVb11Ak4bdNL52oP9_2j26FIHUqxhSwZ2Bl2Hoo7L8M52xC-ypxFFIxhgFeQWVYnZZ1G4sjEOuc4PTgC7d9kJTsCWvP3xE2f2-hHBmUg4b3D6lpKQBTniw/w480-h640/11.jpg" width="480" /></a></span></p></blockquote></blockquote><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Jeffery </span></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRrcPwpce7jXynneKl3YQ3q-hktNuj_JPE-RyTw6tsW2XnDzod8Ym0RtOeGxAv3m0zuttHbjD5sJbabRwat4UM3Ck5Sj8zNLRGYt88RHGAlhEfFEOVROmeruGrF5YHgT7D_TEFVOZeZOiQUA-81lniVq1chw9AuSDYuEH_Lswb7_ct9Lvxv_aTMTKQbA/s640/thumbnail_IMG_2088.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="640" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRrcPwpce7jXynneKl3YQ3q-hktNuj_JPE-RyTw6tsW2XnDzod8Ym0RtOeGxAv3m0zuttHbjD5sJbabRwat4UM3Ck5Sj8zNLRGYt88RHGAlhEfFEOVROmeruGrF5YHgT7D_TEFVOZeZOiQUA-81lniVq1chw9AuSDYuEH_Lswb7_ct9Lvxv_aTMTKQbA/w640-h482/thumbnail_IMG_2088.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Kaitlyn</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5KY6RO8pNaxFYaFIvQKJsXIV9CmgpKyewyFt0b1buE_5RMLO8JFGvLnps85AHL7Ywgzql0iQ3D4DYNTxsi0dkUI7MChyhf9qOWl0cc5WX4E6AuJJZFFJJa92IcTYjqfbv_eYEoDQXHgJPGH4WAn-2cqb2dOwVWVTaodGT6_elxkzToL_p1aOJifHsVA/s640/thumbnail_IMG_1856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="481" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5KY6RO8pNaxFYaFIvQKJsXIV9CmgpKyewyFt0b1buE_5RMLO8JFGvLnps85AHL7Ywgzql0iQ3D4DYNTxsi0dkUI7MChyhf9qOWl0cc5WX4E6AuJJZFFJJa92IcTYjqfbv_eYEoDQXHgJPGH4WAn-2cqb2dOwVWVTaodGT6_elxkzToL_p1aOJifHsVA/w482-h640/thumbnail_IMG_1856.jpg" width="482" /></span></a></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Alyssa</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had a beautiful Family Reunion in July: Fifty-six of sixty-three were in attendance.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The younger grandchildren swam in a pond, went bowling as a family, played games, and had a unique family night program. For this program, we shared an ancestor story and two-family movies from years ago. Everyone enjoyed that. We also did a service project of cleaning all the windows in the home we stayed in and some of the land surrounding the house. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">In remembrance of our Grandson, Austin, who was killed in an accident in October of 2021, we had 10 lighted lanterns on the pond and then watched as they floated around. It was interesting that 9 of the lanterns came together, and one was left alone in another area of the pond. We felt that Austin was near. He is greatly missed in our family. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSgQQVHMBG5aD4Ktu64qvNFvEyTmpvm6MtI2JKPijOQSoJnowVDXX3dh5uRcZu4euuo0ZzYFwIafzhK2I2DbBnQR0uDgFsjHyJRaSS17Op56dFnHkIW6LzdqqgXOxPYwEVvRb84jWRLkYLqmu8mqAI-y7-GxrmQGMVay65xK-UJVkTuc2A6g6bRs_jg/s640/thumbnail_IMG_3113.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="640" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSgQQVHMBG5aD4Ktu64qvNFvEyTmpvm6MtI2JKPijOQSoJnowVDXX3dh5uRcZu4euuo0ZzYFwIafzhK2I2DbBnQR0uDgFsjHyJRaSS17Op56dFnHkIW6LzdqqgXOxPYwEVvRb84jWRLkYLqmu8mqAI-y7-GxrmQGMVay65xK-UJVkTuc2A6g6bRs_jg/w640-h482/thumbnail_IMG_3113.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Roger and LeAnn William's Families-</b></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3hSHjloJudCkTjJ8z5m5cwKLZslIQV_IA1QKCXCKxUC1vEhBrp1yM9K1VoJuEaTGPDvqI1hBVKwGU1A7J9nxwm1ZXHdA3Uba2QJk5CYHbtqKUqNXjtaqRDjBbC2cPyCS81QEunjMQ933p59SjBM8gJ8xBaUJh-Ds1pTZazPm_6lj_NsL6jJw97SzNDg/s640/thumbnail_IMG_3174.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="640" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3hSHjloJudCkTjJ8z5m5cwKLZslIQV_IA1QKCXCKxUC1vEhBrp1yM9K1VoJuEaTGPDvqI1hBVKwGU1A7J9nxwm1ZXHdA3Uba2QJk5CYHbtqKUqNXjtaqRDjBbC2cPyCS81QEunjMQ933p59SjBM8gJ8xBaUJh-Ds1pTZazPm_6lj_NsL6jJw97SzNDg/w640-h482/thumbnail_IMG_3174.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Sean and Mary Williams Family </b></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Two Great Grandchildren were born and blessed in our family. </span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Evelynn Renee was born on May 30th, 2022</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_qlL5YW1MCYExviHYapvS4cBP80QEoBYfuG3WUxc3A62yNm4UeAcAfsbJXIQQbGEN1KeoXeljIfvAsyLbICjoOSlHWsxPu-3hX_9ehVcbvJAQ9vhSndrTLiyxUw4QY6zsmOhoqyPbMxsuk3oHdyOnmrjIpExA7jJzpefC5JYMgMf7RdQTxEkAXX1rog" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="320" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_qlL5YW1MCYExviHYapvS4cBP80QEoBYfuG3WUxc3A62yNm4UeAcAfsbJXIQQbGEN1KeoXeljIfvAsyLbICjoOSlHWsxPu-3hX_9ehVcbvJAQ9vhSndrTLiyxUw4QY6zsmOhoqyPbMxsuk3oHdyOnmrjIpExA7jJzpefC5JYMgMf7RdQTxEkAXX1rog=w640-h366" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Charlotte Rose was born on September 16th, 2022</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4tCSPOFBdl6VoCAkYRCmCrTMZhh_6FLQ0dCcWV8RANQDuzAsfj83US3sHOl8afc6xax1QvA-ZnOzZJv8gujdtiSWO8lvfzFgwGWiGUImkkw0Wt2IbRjFIrdRIKraB4hB6mpj2FNYGkfNHN6kpQVzBhHijuDD4MkpMUcxKYqfSG8nyfStQGVoz8QcKpg/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(6).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4tCSPOFBdl6VoCAkYRCmCrTMZhh_6FLQ0dCcWV8RANQDuzAsfj83US3sHOl8afc6xax1QvA-ZnOzZJv8gujdtiSWO8lvfzFgwGWiGUImkkw0Wt2IbRjFIrdRIKraB4hB6mpj2FNYGkfNHN6kpQVzBhHijuDD4MkpMUcxKYqfSG8nyfStQGVoz8QcKpg/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(6).png" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Four Granddaughters and Grandson-in-law received their temple endowments.</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Faith and April </b></span><b> <span style="font-family: arial;"> Braden, and Karli</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMG-3S1rxx7byratBfgmTFN2CBf1cBPnqnZvdqSfye6xPB4DfPvcAg8Q374c6EQFoNzDhBSj8Alo231JTAJacCgr6rf0lqhf153y9vwG3cW342PUlrjvbPNnviGpV0lofEZEyS2jh1mTM0DQy8IzaFIvHPTEuTHghlRXVBbUrc94DlAPI_87h2uxaXow/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(8).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMG-3S1rxx7byratBfgmTFN2CBf1cBPnqnZvdqSfye6xPB4DfPvcAg8Q374c6EQFoNzDhBSj8Alo231JTAJacCgr6rf0lqhf153y9vwG3cW342PUlrjvbPNnviGpV0lofEZEyS2jh1mTM0DQy8IzaFIvHPTEuTHghlRXVBbUrc94DlAPI_87h2uxaXow/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(8).png" width="640" /></span></a></div></div><span><div style="font-family: arial; font-weight: 700; text-align: left;"><br /></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Three Granddaughters were sealed to eternal companions in the temple </span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Abbey & Edgar - August 27th, 2022</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0ImGAd06O0AJ6ARcFUFbiNOyVKpJGqGBI9KwYMDj4a_WL5qY9uVeURUChA8Vk6RQ09etcto20S8FllFbtZ04bDcbLcTryAHPjLz32ruHsq9hk0bKjAsN2B78FjmBKQ4Je4zfwV4t-SnQiSSnXJ8IbiXqLI8grgHA3Q15lJS0khMDh8Wk4RzjE8T6JBw/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0ImGAd06O0AJ6ARcFUFbiNOyVKpJGqGBI9KwYMDj4a_WL5qY9uVeURUChA8Vk6RQ09etcto20S8FllFbtZ04bDcbLcTryAHPjLz32ruHsq9hk0bKjAsN2B78FjmBKQ4Je4zfwV4t-SnQiSSnXJ8IbiXqLI8grgHA3Q15lJS0khMDh8Wk4RzjE8T6JBw/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(3).png" width="640" /></a></div><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Karli & Braden - August 20th, 2022</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9zf3n295cSO6IKkK838VYLI5E8tQZirZGgtEtoLCb6pFqf9n1UfkZTLmX6V_ZETMTO2l_0Jm-p5pe6OyPMI0CjV4Er-JEt5HFlR8I7V1ioVfYhKlydoNXcC-b2ywx8Mk-UDH4MsSQSEdRl0kMeYleNrPqRyYl6X8vx7dh8WPAwa9_VdnbaUw9mu0NJw/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(2).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9zf3n295cSO6IKkK838VYLI5E8tQZirZGgtEtoLCb6pFqf9n1UfkZTLmX6V_ZETMTO2l_0Jm-p5pe6OyPMI0CjV4Er-JEt5HFlR8I7V1ioVfYhKlydoNXcC-b2ywx8Mk-UDH4MsSQSEdRl0kMeYleNrPqRyYl6X8vx7dh8WPAwa9_VdnbaUw9mu0NJw/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(2).png" width="640" /></a></div><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Taylor Jo & Braeden - December 28th, 2022</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VmgNbivngW8L2qeotYbANSCrfnqH7r9TzydAZ-w9l4g4-hSijQuQ5LFnsp33Fwh2BmfIhwlRGIqzpdxJL4k9ORx7h--XfJeoQf6g2CctYdHCdcpg1WJGlNL5lRQGvbTS7Qs9jvkidZqd3eyr9g1Mv5LhO8GlrDUs4nzgmiOk-VqosApqyS40Eu4hQ/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VmgNbivngW8L2qeotYbANSCrfnqH7r9TzydAZ-w9l4g4-hSijQuQ5LFnsp33Fwh2BmfIhwlRGIqzpdxJL4k9ORx7h--XfJeoQf6g2CctYdHCdcpg1WJGlNL5lRQGvbTS7Qs9jvkidZqd3eyr9g1Mv5LhO8GlrDUs4nzgmiOk-VqosApqyS40Eu4hQ/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Our Grandson Ethan returned home and reported a remarkable mission in the Los Angeles California Mission.</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSLRs7QcoLByTidsdPY6ptNPUlihdaZSDHiJT8sgezSsdrqRUDdx3bP5f1oa-_0cxjXzhY2iScq5BMBh2RUqPuk1Gli5lNs0Ssuc0-jCNwcqhW3m0ZdubhVnIwxKCj4uOfmXKiBtrfBpsBFMsq72FBYpQt5gFFJSyu2-9f0y-vTBWN76gTc4kMrJmLPQ/s1050/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(5).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1050" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSLRs7QcoLByTidsdPY6ptNPUlihdaZSDHiJT8sgezSsdrqRUDdx3bP5f1oa-_0cxjXzhY2iScq5BMBh2RUqPuk1Gli5lNs0Ssuc0-jCNwcqhW3m0ZdubhVnIwxKCj4uOfmXKiBtrfBpsBFMsq72FBYpQt5gFFJSyu2-9f0y-vTBWN76gTc4kMrJmLPQ/w640-h366/3.5%20x%202%20in%20(5).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /></b></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Between all these happy moments, there have been many other memorable ones. We have learned a lot this year, and our family has grown dramatically since July. Families and our newly married couples have come and stayed. In between, we have had other Young Adult Grandchildren here off and on. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;">We decided to become William's family Inn with a shuttle back and forth to the airport and a place to store their cars while they are gone. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">We have loved every minute of our time with our precious family. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">We had a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration with a couple of the families. There were a total of 24. We then had our annual Christmas program with our oldest son, Sean, and his family and other Grandchildren in the area. There were about 18 to this one. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I want to get more control of my time in the new year and be back to blogging. May you all know and feel my true love for each of you, dear friends. I have missed you. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I am grateful for the many rich blessings I have received this year. You will always be counted as one of my blessings. I have learned a lot from reading your blog posts and learning more about the things you love through the years. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Happy New Year, and may you each have many blessings during 2023!!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-47584711371527995002022-07-24T18:41:00.018-06:002022-07-24T22:30:06.287-06:00Pioneer Day, July 24th, 2022 - Enjoy Two Remarkable Ancestor Stories - <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmEUEm6zFFn0WTF6j0ty8IHTzdgx4cJSy3dev3PcbPbnW8MjbbMDmYfBF8s6fGFn3HSNHY6FwWvU24LrzVo9xsJMkeZfT_WRLLcwZw9lXBw1prbfI5BMP4l1kbSso5THIkrJVLT6Quw3dxInuHgxAnzxVzcS4lqSaV5a611njGHvIVkyYfCyLXsqH2dA/s1800/6%20x%204%20in%20copy%202.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmEUEm6zFFn0WTF6j0ty8IHTzdgx4cJSy3dev3PcbPbnW8MjbbMDmYfBF8s6fGFn3HSNHY6FwWvU24LrzVo9xsJMkeZfT_WRLLcwZw9lXBw1prbfI5BMP4l1kbSso5THIkrJVLT6Quw3dxInuHgxAnzxVzcS4lqSaV5a611njGHvIVkyYfCyLXsqH2dA/w640-h426/6%20x%204%20in%20copy%202.png" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>On the 24th of July, we celebrate Pioneer Days in Utah. It is a State Holiday. On this day, we commemorate the arrival of the first Mormon Pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley on July 24th, 1847, 175 years ago. These hardy pioneers had traveled long distances from Nauvoo, Illinois, and other eastern cities to the Salt Lake Valley. They had been forced out of their beloved city of Nauvoo and left to flea to Winter Quarters, Nebraska. During winter, they regrouped and prepared for the long, difficult journey to Sale Lake. The history and stories of the Pioneers are inspiring and heartfelt. These pioneers were faithful to their God and suffered many trying circumstances for their beliefs. <div>Here is a news release on our annual <a href="https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/president-jean-b-bingham-pioneer-day-parade">24th of July Parade</a>, held on Saturday, July 23rd, 2022. Another awesome story on the<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2013/07/the-trail-of-hope-exodus-from-nauvoo?lang=eng"> Trail of Hope</a>. It's an amazing story. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are two histories of two of my husband's stalwart Pioneer ancestors. They are miraculous stories. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpEU9VxrykRc6z_Y0xV2yg1rg8jmOpjncem7_N04Ug7CSVpdmrO_zPhtHNPVKb8s-RdYDg_SJZoiFCNh4WswOevxEV2dVBkArVU913P9xDp8GqMhhsya0wTg9iMcOCzoJC2ue0dF2geJu5rAn5V_HMh7u9JejiPfQxFmp_E6mMX66n-sCwQl-rTlut2g/s152/Picture1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="152" data-original-width="152" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpEU9VxrykRc6z_Y0xV2yg1rg8jmOpjncem7_N04Ug7CSVpdmrO_zPhtHNPVKb8s-RdYDg_SJZoiFCNh4WswOevxEV2dVBkArVU913P9xDp8GqMhhsya0wTg9iMcOCzoJC2ue0dF2geJu5rAn5V_HMh7u9JejiPfQxFmp_E6mMX66n-sCwQl-rTlut2g/w201-h201/Picture1.png" width="201" /></a></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>Truman
Leonard –</b></span></div></blockquote><div>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Born in
Middlesex, New York, on September 17, <b>1820.</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The family
moved to Chatham County, Ohio, when he was 15 yrs old.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">8 years
later, <b>in 1843, he became</b> interested in the Teachings of the Mormon
missionaries and joined the church at age 23. That year he accepted a call to
serve as a missionary in Ohio and New York. Following the martyrdom of Joseph
Smith in 1844, he and his brother John traveled to Nauvoo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">For the next
two years, he worked on the Nauvoo temple. His hard work gained the attention of
Brigham Young, who promised him that when the Temple was ready, he would be the
first to be married there.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">On January
1, 1846, as promised, Truman and Orentia were the first couples to be married in
that temple. Heber C Kimball of the Quorum of the Twelve performed the
marriage. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Though many
of the families left the city shortly thereafter, Truman and Orentia remained
and worked on the completion of the temple. During that time, he fell from the
2<sup>nd</sup> floor while assisting with the masonry. The initial assumption
was that he was dead, but it was learned that he only broke his leg and ankle.
He requested a blessing from the Elders, and in two days’ time, he returned to
work mostly healed. Later helped to install the Angel Moroni atop the spire.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">When the
Hancock county mobs attacked the remaining church members, he joined in with
the local militia to defend the area. They were under fire for 5 days, and when
it ended, he helped remove the bodies of his friend William Anderson and his fifteen-year-old
son and removed the rifle balls from their bodies to prepare them for burial.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The family
was finally forced to flee in September of that year. They fled to Winter
Quarters, Nebraska, and then to Council Bluffs, Iowa. They remained there for nearly
four years. During that time, their first child, Ezra, died the same day he was
born. Their 2<sup>nd</sup> son, Truman Milton, died 2 days before they left for
the Salt Lake Valley. He was 8 months old. The head of the wagon train, Joseph
Young, placed Truman in charge of one of the sections of wagons. They arrived
in the Salt Lake Valley in October of 1850.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">They were
sent to settle in Farmington, Utah, where Truman built a one-room cabin with blankets
for windows and a door. A daughter, Sarah, was born there but only lived a
short while. Heartbroken and assuming they would have no children as posterity.
On April 24<sup>th</sup>, 1852, Orentia gave birth to Helen, who, in fact, lived
to marry and have seven children. However only a few months later, in August,
Brigham Young called Truman and a few others to serve a mission in India. He
had only a few months to make ready for the mission that would take him away
for nearly three years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He left for
San Francisco in January of 1853 and, on January 29<sup>th</sup>, boarded the ship
“Monsoon” for Calcutta, India – arriving there 3 months later on April 26<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He spent
most of his time in Calcutta and then Karachi. Upon completing his mission in
India in May of 1855, He sailed northwest from Bombay, India, to Liverpool, England, and on March 23, 1856, boarded the ship <b>“Enoch Train</b>,” arriving
in Boston on May 1, 185</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNJyxij1Ik2w9g7Hvbg1kbwSe27AJAovF6xa-6Zfj2isQbJvfUNOf70NCtvyJXeb_xCjntYpvGO_Syj00RfvJO24sY7hrrmljzCsvbleT-_O_h35yu2YoBsWN-q_jtga66v8mH-p-DKOZT-8oY1_6yBBaZv4dm_dJX_jDCWAx9CbxMHfGMdDjPb4mKtQ/s305/Picture2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="305" data-original-width="216" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNJyxij1Ik2w9g7Hvbg1kbwSe27AJAovF6xa-6Zfj2isQbJvfUNOf70NCtvyJXeb_xCjntYpvGO_Syj00RfvJO24sY7hrrmljzCsvbleT-_O_h35yu2YoBsWN-q_jtga66v8mH-p-DKOZT-8oY1_6yBBaZv4dm_dJX_jDCWAx9CbxMHfGMdDjPb4mKtQ/s1600/Picture2.png" width="216" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b>George Williams</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The “Enoch Train“
carried 534 members of the church who were emigrating to America. My great grandfather,
George Williams, age 18, was also on that ship - sailing alone to America,
headed for the Salt Lake Valley.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">George was born
<b>June 25<sup>th</sup>, 1837,</b> in Birmingham, Warwickshire, England, and
then baptized into the Church on <b>October 7, 1845</b> - following the lead of
other members of his family 1845.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">There are no
records to indicate that these two family patriarchs ever met, but given the 5
plus weeks they were at sea and the fact that Truman presided over one of the
Wards organized aboard the ship, there’s a good chance they at least knew each
other. The fact that George was very independent and a hard worker suggests that Truman may have known or at least known of him.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Mormon immigrants
moved from Boston to Iowa City by rail, where they prepared to travel west.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Leonard was
appointed captain of the first two divisions of the Daniel D McArthur company, which included 12 oxen, four wagons, and 48 handcarts; they set out on July 24<sup>th</sup>
and arrived in the Salt Lake Valley on September 26<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Meanwhile, George crossed with the Curtis 1<sup>st</sup> Handcart company of the 2<sup>nd</sup>
division under Captain Edmund Ellsworth. They left Iowa City on June 9<sup>th</sup>
and arrived in the valley on Sept 26<sup>th</sup>, 1856. George was
assigned to pull a cart with a widow. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">As with great,
great grandfather Leonard in Nauvoo, my great-grandfather George chose to spend
a great deal of time working on the Salt Lake Temple. During that time, a large
block fell on his right hand, crushing it. The surgeon ordered it to be amputated, but George first insisted on a priesthood blessing. As the blessing
was being pronounced upon him, his hand was healed. He and those around him
could hear the bones in his hand retaking shape. In no time, he returned to work,
although his right hand remained slightly larger than his left hand throughout
his life. A witness to him of that miracle.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He eventually
settled in Springville, Utah, where he met Emma Jane Stevenson. Emma likewise crossed
the plains with her parents in a
handcart company. They were married on December 28, 1862, and they were sealed in the endowment house five years later.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">In 1866 he
was called on to fight in the <b>Black Hawk Indian wars</b>. He received a medal of honor for his service during that
period. <b><i>(Similar to the one given to Great Grandpa Eskald Peterson)<o:p></o:p></i></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">In 1869 they
helped to settle Goshen, Utah – where they lived for the next 17 years. My
grandfather <b>Peter J Williams</b> was born there in Goshen. In 1882 they
moved to Provo, where their 10<sup>th</sup> child arrived, and two years later, they decided to move to Idaho.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">They settled
in Mink Creek, also known as Chesterfield, and built another log home, which
then became the location for the Hatch Chapel. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Great, Great
Grandpa Leonard died on November 20<sup>th</sup>, 1997. His parting words to
his wife and family were: “<i>Put out the light, this has been a hard day, and
I’m going to rest.”</i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Great
Grandpa George Williams died five years later, on December 29, 1902.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b>Update: </b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">For the past three months, I have been overwhelmed with responsibilities, family moments, and much more. I started my blog in February of 2010. I enjoy blogging and don't want to give it up. Today, I thought I would send this blog post to share the two pioneer ancestor stories. They are remarkable histories. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">I hope to continue to blog and do a post that will update you on what I have been up to. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I love all my blogging friends and feel sad that I haven't been in to read any of your posts for the last few months. I plan to work on doing some catch-up. I have enjoyed our friendships through the years; you remain dear friends to me. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Blessings and hugs! </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">LeAnn </span></p>
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Message from our First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day
Saints<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: center;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif">April 2022<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: none; outline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif">"He is risen" was the angelic message of the first Easter. With feelings of worship and gratitude, we declare our witness that Jesus Christ is indeed risen. God the Father has given us the divine birth, the incomparable life, and the infinite atoning sacrifice of His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ. </span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: none; outline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif">By the power
of the Father, Jesus rose again and claimed victory over death. He is our resurrected
Savior, our Exemplar, and our Redeemer. He is the light, the life, and the hope
of the world. His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and
eternal life in the world to come.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: none; outline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif">May the
glorious significance of Easter attract all to follow Jesus Christ and to love
one another as He taught in word and deed.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: none; outline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif">President
Russell M. Nelson</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="box-sizing: border-box; float: none; outline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif">President Dallin H. Oaks</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif">
President Henry B. Eyring<o:p></o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrkO_DM-MfI-R58Y6GhaUtZRkC2_5tb9l-9QQC1q9SXRzV1o_EnQ2ZoN4Tce86Gi61tjcxLKHi-qj-oLjjr2P3n3iPK0I4pK3a9h9w7cLNZDONVO1tLtLbBna0_AtrTWAQ-BqPhScjbYnv2bbzpP8t4XOrB6UwulOKBk3YrGXyuxOMrUNOeQ38WuYhg/s664/bible-videos-jesus-resurrected-1426710-gallery.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="329" data-original-width="664" height="318" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrkO_DM-MfI-R58Y6GhaUtZRkC2_5tb9l-9QQC1q9SXRzV1o_EnQ2ZoN4Tce86Gi61tjcxLKHi-qj-oLjjr2P3n3iPK0I4pK3a9h9w7cLNZDONVO1tLtLbBna0_AtrTWAQ-BqPhScjbYnv2bbzpP8t4XOrB6UwulOKBk3YrGXyuxOMrUNOeQ38WuYhg/w640-h318/bible-videos-jesus-resurrected-1426710-gallery.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;">I know that I am here to gain a body, experience life, and develop a trusting relationship with Him in this earth life. I truly, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pzmw6DDEodQ" style="color: #2288bb; text-decoration-line: none;">"Stand all Amazed At The Love Jesus Offers Me,"</a></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #666666;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;">I have had many prayers answered through Him. He is our deliverer and mediator. He gave freely his blood, sweat, tears, and life for us. He died and was Resurrected for us; that we might live again. He suffered for us beyond anything we can comprehend. We close our prayers in His sacred name. He is our Savior, Redeemer, and King.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"><a href=" know that in this earth life I am here to gain a body, experience life, and develop a trusting relationship with Him. I truly, "Stand all Amazed At The Love Jesus Offers Me," I have had many prayers answered through Him. He is our deliverer and mediator. He gave freely his blood, sweat, tears and life for us. He died and was Resurrected for us; that we might live again. He suffered for us beyond anything we can comprehend. We close our prayers in His sacred name. He is our Savior, Redeemer and King.">#BecauseofHim</a>, we will all live again. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white;">Wishing for you all to have a delightful Easter Celebration. It has been a while since I have posted anything. However, Easter is one of the most marvelous celebrations of all; <a href=" know that in this earth life I am here to gain a body, experience life, and develop a trusting relationship with Him. I truly, "Stand all Amazed At The Love Jesus Offers Me," I have had many prayers answered through Him. He is our deliverer and mediator. He gave freely his blood, sweat, tears and life for us. He died and was Resurrected for us; that we might live again. He suffered for us beyond anything we can comprehend. We close our prayers in His sacred name. He is our Savior, Redeemer and King.">#BecauseofHim.</a></span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: arial;">Here is a favorite Easter Song; enjoy!</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" src="//players.brightcove.net/1241706627001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5738042442001"></iframe></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-4794488432301294952022-03-02T20:22:00.028-07:002022-03-03T16:52:51.302-07:00Charitable Hearts #Justserve.org<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwOC3Feg1mCm1R13D_PKAiDzeI0X6fIbM-45W6q9fq2Bi7rOQjfJ_trzkI0iDZAC8-FF8sVcHbPLaiERmU207fABube66P0MM4odoIVelqgYhWxnrcJDGRyPt015wGsg_lkWmZEIFS1-joGifKCCIDeCoNTHktY6JMoGVwyXLm2mYtWv9qa6dqLNXbbw=s1246" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="646" data-original-width="1246" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjwOC3Feg1mCm1R13D_PKAiDzeI0X6fIbM-45W6q9fq2Bi7rOQjfJ_trzkI0iDZAC8-FF8sVcHbPLaiERmU207fABube66P0MM4odoIVelqgYhWxnrcJDGRyPt015wGsg_lkWmZEIFS1-joGifKCCIDeCoNTHktY6JMoGVwyXLm2mYtWv9qa6dqLNXbbw=w640-h332" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"> My focus today will be on having a Charitable Heart. The definition of Charitable is </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial; text-indent: -12px;">generous in giving to the needy, kind</span><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; font-family: arial; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"> and lenient in one's attitude towards others, and concerned with or involving charity.</span><p></p><p><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our faith is very involved in <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/topics/humanitarian-service/church?lang=eng">Humanitarian projects</a>. Whenever anything happens in the world, faithful members are involved in helping. This would include natural disasters, refugees, the homeless and etc. I find it amazing how much has been done for so many throughout the world through charitable organizations. </span></span></p><p><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our world and our nation have many problems having good attitudes towards others and helping one another during difficult times. </span></span></p><p><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Many mental illnesses, homelessness, and other disabilities need extra help from Charitable groups or individuals. </span></span></p><p><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My husband and I currently serve in a position as JustServe.org specialists. Our role is to help the Justserve.org website platform become more recognized and encourage everyone, individuals, families, and groups to register, and then use this website to find service opportunities. There are many charitable projects listed all over the world. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;">Recently, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the General Relief Society Presidency has challenged everyone to get involved in registering for this site and finding a service project to do</span><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;">. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKj0O8lFVCalONXhVzf11cI9Cpbxpxt1_2aXFflrgejXTiOpjGFfIH-ghWpmuKWoc31U_2h7yJQeSLKAwRgbLmfUf0wzGAL98nWxmuSuzc9WNDalHhrQIgqQy3QJQj08tn3QA2rTTVvPHb3CajUrOaElSvGPfzJB0dSv7Qrr2ApPt7qlOHNTv1Fcmh4Q=s960" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKj0O8lFVCalONXhVzf11cI9Cpbxpxt1_2aXFflrgejXTiOpjGFfIH-ghWpmuKWoc31U_2h7yJQeSLKAwRgbLmfUf0wzGAL98nWxmuSuzc9WNDalHhrQIgqQy3QJQj08tn3QA2rTTVvPHb3CajUrOaElSvGPfzJB0dSv7Qrr2ApPt7qlOHNTv1Fcmh4Q=w400-h225" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><b>Here is the invitation!</b></span></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sister
Eubank issued a personal invitation for how women can each celebrate Relief
Society this month:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Create a
free account on<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FJustServe.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0QUB_T-Fx7aqLNAbe7DZhXi1lR4ReRc977OViFOSB953C7RWzhb2hVo4A&h=AT38R1ThEUR1VuGhFXo9W--IgmJG1XVl9zFA-exEanJTMTfkuBZUb_FeY6f3f4_rEGVlbpsuJRJz7Wo2JEaM4khcXdV8SpvF5k0T0EwJQRjJHd2eQNomi9C06atCgyzm9AdVe36wpMfX5pqql04KWw07lg&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5b0%5d=AT0OYgHHyTpvGpexjTdkAXiX-v39xZ0b-R6izzAJiQolvTdFrqBUoN5VgnM2Qbhfg7OznUj2ZDhKdwpbqXxSQrtDu03JumcPKFqjf2dDqKD5zFrsDEElSr3xPdwpNCNCPOy-uiXQuxSxQVVZW7CKp4bdxNs4pKb0LhqB4t_t8ogwbyYouO4p"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"> JustServe.org</span></a>.<br />
2. Invite one friend to register on<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FJustServe.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0BagXSLD-2cFPojgG5UL-bY4ANxyGDfDCEr2zpD4VY1D2nKhiN4Kf0_OA&h=AT38R1ThEUR1VuGhFXo9W--IgmJG1XVl9zFA-exEanJTMTfkuBZUb_FeY6f3f4_rEGVlbpsuJRJz7Wo2JEaM4khcXdV8SpvF5k0T0EwJQRjJHd2eQNomi9C06atCgyzm9AdVe36wpMfX5pqql04KWw07lg&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5b0%5d=AT0OYgHHyTpvGpexjTdkAXiX-v39xZ0b-R6izzAJiQolvTdFrqBUoN5VgnM2Qbhfg7OznUj2ZDhKdwpbqXxSQrtDu03JumcPKFqjf2dDqKD5zFrsDEElSr3xPdwpNCNCPOy-uiXQuxSxQVVZW7CKp4bdxNs4pKb0LhqB4t_t8ogwbyYouO4p"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"> JustServe.org</span></a>.<br />
3. During the next 30 days, find a project in your community on<a href="http://justserve.org/?fbclid=IwAR2XvDaq7mpZegiWmsYbC7a7-wTOIORk8Iux3rgolpFcNh29drtjnT1RsVE"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;"> JustServe.org</span></a> and complete it with someone
you love.<br />
Sister Eubank said she would be doing the same and asked others to use the
hashtag #JustServe on social media to share their stories. If someone lives in
an area where JustServe is not active yet, she invited them to
still do a local service project and post about it.<br />
"What better way to honor its mission of extending the pure love of Jesus
Christ into the world than by joining a service project in your community?" she
wrote.<br />
<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/jean-b-bingham?lang=eng"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Relief Society General President Jean B. Bingham</span></a>, and
Sister <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/reyna-i-aburto?lang=eng"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Reyna I. Aburto</span></a><a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/archives/2017-07-12/sister-reyna-i-aburto-new-relief-society-leader-says-the-gospel-was-something-she-didnt-know-she-needed-17970" target="_blank"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">,</span></a> Second
Counselor, echoed the invitation on their own social media pages, as well.
"Relief Society sisters have enormous potential to do good in the world. Join
us this month as we celebrate 180 years of Relief Society by serving in our
local communities," wrote Sister Aburto.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial;">You can read the entire article here written by Mary Richards - <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2022-02-17/relief-society-prepares-for-180th-anniversary-by-issuing-invitation-to-serve-243385">Church News/</a></span></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-weight: normal; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;"><p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTGhxHX8erL_ByPn8lbMhny9QNt9_sNzKoF0CQ968XzwLme6h1b5ExnzEkCkgcgtVizbVWdFFg75msQ3qrY94kI3SuwnFWp9gXeiU-aO_WJp-_iAkQ88oUKCNdvrUNEOcCG4j3nvg72NOWAIvM5fKPmWYGJqfvszGPbpn0265qXgq87UxwTtN9tKl5uw=s419" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="66" data-original-width="419" height="63" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTGhxHX8erL_ByPn8lbMhny9QNt9_sNzKoF0CQ968XzwLme6h1b5ExnzEkCkgcgtVizbVWdFFg75msQ3qrY94kI3SuwnFWp9gXeiU-aO_WJp-_iAkQ88oUKCNdvrUNEOcCG4j3nvg72NOWAIvM5fKPmWYGJqfvszGPbpn0265qXgq87UxwTtN9tKl5uw=w400-h63" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.justserve.org/" style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; padding: 0in;">JustServe</span></a><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"> is a
way to connect community organizations with volunteers.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"> It is done through the
website, </span><a href="https://www.justserve.org/" style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">JustServe.org</span></a><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;">,
or the app in Apple's </span><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/justserve/id1006664302" style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">App Store</span></a><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"> or </span><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.lds.justserve" style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;"><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; color: blue; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Google Play</span></a><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;">.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; text-align: left;">\Wherever you live, just put in your Zip Code, and it will bring up JustServe.org projects in your area if they are available. </span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;">My husband and I are heading down to the Gale Miller Resource Center and volunteering for 2 hours in serving food to the homeless. We are excited to do this project. </span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;">There are many projects to suit many different circumstances. There are quite a few for doing a project at home. They are set up for individuals, groups, and families. </span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">This website is for everyone to use wherever it is found. It's for all people regardless of faith, nationality, and culture. It is excellent for faith groups, communities, and organizations.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;">Take a look and sign up for one, and I can guarantee you that you will be happy that you served.</span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"> You will feel the joy of a charitable heart. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> </span></p></h3><p style="text-align: left;"><span class="nbsp1" style="background-color: white; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); cursor: url("https://cdn.reverso.net/lexi/v1960/static/img/CM.cur"), auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; height: 12px; outline: 0px; padding-left: 4px; text-indent: -12px; width: 4px;"><br /></span></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-61332248358670945412022-02-04T21:09:00.245-07:002022-02-05T16:07:09.438-07:00You Are Loved With A Perfect Love!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjetFLWFcu11ge7pq8Htys5uF9bBHKGKJG16Ri4ghGUR59sNYX3p0b67Fz6FaWe16PWv4uXZ5Mwi_9hDvHojBvUiifCF_glOOQQ10Jth3zKMyoDAQz2st2NxgGj68fAsVMZe5Cx5a2sImUDSWlopBL9_k5aPM00Rd4Zl3LvZstS7BvLkgNEQ3HaWg-yeQ=s576" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="576" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjetFLWFcu11ge7pq8Htys5uF9bBHKGKJG16Ri4ghGUR59sNYX3p0b67Fz6FaWe16PWv4uXZ5Mwi_9hDvHojBvUiifCF_glOOQQ10Jth3zKMyoDAQz2st2NxgGj68fAsVMZe5Cx5a2sImUDSWlopBL9_k5aPM00Rd4Zl3LvZstS7BvLkgNEQ3HaWg-yeQ=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Today</b></span></div><p></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: "vollkorn",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b> </b></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi2dxFtqpBwitP3nIHNg2ZVgufVGPWS0_OdeGnuuYRSCS86pxeKq51Zj25578giv69uiV-B4nshaslb8SVEqcEAJmskA3rgifKMN6iw5gqQcrk63b0Kq4e38tivmNBpznW3vEO5baho2pvZO0fKj_-OlcoUZ6TD7AMhl-isPYVFIHeh4R3bmlKEzECZEw=s280" style="font-family: vollkorn, serif; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="280" data-original-width="198" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi2dxFtqpBwitP3nIHNg2ZVgufVGPWS0_OdeGnuuYRSCS86pxeKq51Zj25578giv69uiV-B4nshaslb8SVEqcEAJmskA3rgifKMN6iw5gqQcrk63b0Kq4e38tivmNBpznW3vEO5baho2pvZO0fKj_-OlcoUZ6TD7AMhl-isPYVFIHeh4R3bmlKEzECZEw" width="198" /></a></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span>https://thesimplewoman.blogspot.com/2022/02/</span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Looking Out My Window</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I woke up to a winter wonderland. There were two inches of beautiful snow, and we needed the water desperately. There hasn't been a lot of snow this winter, so I am grateful for the moisture.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;"> I am thinking</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I missed the month of January completely. My blogging has been very random. Part of it is that I am tired; it's been a rough 3 months of this sad moment and other activities. On January 29th, three months since our much-loved Grandson, Austin, was killed in a tragic Truck and Semi Accident. Our family is grieving over his loss. Austin was 22 years old and left his sweet wife, Shamra, 14 months. Austin is the second child of eight. It has left a hole in our hearts and family. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">During this time, we had many tender moments and miracles. Our family has great faith in our Heavenly Father's Plan of Salvation. We know that Austin is busy doing work in the Spirit world and near us when needed. </span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh86_KEPhFsUX3YH9nDnL2ySl8DDkUgzRqW7unp7O83tgzWryqyJh9LOdwCQfKqidPUiSsi3qaA1aMeDCr-INmbAjGa9c3XXVQRyM1nIir64P0aGbXc_8KY2lcLv8KjAipy_u9x_7V5n3Vz9rrDkAxtNVyEIjNE2Mhb9duGgglIySQOeEn5jGDBbzSjWw=s3300" style="background-color: transparent; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2550" data-original-width="3300" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh86_KEPhFsUX3YH9nDnL2ySl8DDkUgzRqW7unp7O83tgzWryqyJh9LOdwCQfKqidPUiSsi3qaA1aMeDCr-INmbAjGa9c3XXVQRyM1nIir64P0aGbXc_8KY2lcLv8KjAipy_u9x_7V5n3Vz9rrDkAxtNVyEIjNE2Mhb9duGgglIySQOeEn5jGDBbzSjWw=w400-h309" width="400" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><b>Our treasured Grandson, Austin, and his dearest wife, Shamra - a few photos of the funeral</b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlB3fRF5CeGa7V_79PnpVE_5PpsSyvbIOziYQjqVZc_CBlyMi3iUhRtGskI8Oc3cC0UDUykJbtU7cZ9owk9zmqa0A2qNbPRPS6ckcSH0m3bX7dn1l2CQ0F-F4XaWTYzaG5OtCf8gMLVKHqjtq2dFx3NOXFPvjMhhwrxDmPN2LyGYir68xyqd98hQ-eng=s3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlB3fRF5CeGa7V_79PnpVE_5PpsSyvbIOziYQjqVZc_CBlyMi3iUhRtGskI8Oc3cC0UDUykJbtU7cZ9owk9zmqa0A2qNbPRPS6ckcSH0m3bX7dn1l2CQ0F-F4XaWTYzaG5OtCf8gMLVKHqjtq2dFx3NOXFPvjMhhwrxDmPN2LyGYir68xyqd98hQ-eng=w400-h320" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><b>Photos at his graveside and the luncheon afterward - </b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><b> Upper left, Austin's siblings - Upper right, Austin's family - Middle left, Austin's Missionary companions - Middle right, our grandchildren - Bottom left, luncheon photo - Bottom right, Our family that came, and our daughter-in-law, Amanda's parents.</b></span></span></div><span><div style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 18px;"> </span></span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhrwXrTT4bYYe29wu2PvD7W3kbhRbYlUhUXQbsbWzSE3TMWHY_3hCcMnCmMebDBRLF9FJV-zTdovGWwTUlpYi8D4wdxK7LSaWQ1WTwS4dz5556f-3lnN2jh5_303C2q_NSIQYk2k6V6a8rTf2vsaui7StjhzPhak_4JD0c8J8FaFi6kIPnLh5yc6fbZqQ=s576" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="576" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhrwXrTT4bYYe29wu2PvD7W3kbhRbYlUhUXQbsbWzSE3TMWHY_3hCcMnCmMebDBRLF9FJV-zTdovGWwTUlpYi8D4wdxK7LSaWQ1WTwS4dz5556f-3lnN2jh5_303C2q_NSIQYk2k6V6a8rTf2vsaui7StjhzPhak_4JD0c8J8FaFi6kIPnLh5yc6fbZqQ=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></span></div></span><span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b> </b></span><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt;">I am thankful</b></div></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>I have a heart full of gratitude for many blessings. Our family has been blessed in countless ways. We live in difficult times and the best of times in many ways. I'm grateful to live on this earth at this time.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>I am grateful for a loving Heavenly Father and Savior. I know they love me and all of you. We are brothers and sisters of Heavenly Parents. They love us all, with perfect love. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>I have had countless moments when I have known that my Savior was near to lift, bless, comfort, and heal me of various afflictions. I could write a book of miracles that have happened in our family. Our Heavenly Father and our elder brother, Jesus Christ's greatest desire is to bring us safely home to them. We are here to gain a body, experience earth life, and learn to be like Them. Their plan is perfect and the only way to true happiness. I am grateful for the knowledge that this is true. Part of this Plan is the promise that everyone who has ever lived on this earth will have the opportunity to hear and understand the<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/the-gospel/the-gospel?lang=eng"> Gospel of Jesus Christ,</a> either here or in the Spirit World. We have the agency to choose, and it is a gift from God. </span></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b>One of my favorite things</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span><span style="font-family: arial;">Wow, I have many favorite things I like to do. I love to play the piano, read novels, and I love spending time with my husband. We have recently been having a morning devotional. We like to listen to audiobooks. We have been learning a lot about temples, the ancient temples, the religious practices, and <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/families-and-temples/what-is-the-purpose-of-the-temple?lang=eng">the purpose of temples </a>today in our faith. That being said, I would say my favorite thing to do is attend the temple to do proxy work and work as an Ordinance Worker. Next to that, I am dabbling more into<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/families-and-temples/what-is-family-history?lang=eng"> Family History</a>. I love finding stories of my ancestors. Their stories are inspiring. They worked hard to forge through the wilderness under challenging circumstances to create homes and cities. They didn't have modern conveniences, good medical care, and the many blessings today.</span></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b>I am creating</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>Right now, I am creating a mess as I work on going through years of files, pictures, etc. My plan is to get organized so I can delve into family history. I want to make my husband and my own history. I have my own journal of 45 years to go through and edit. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;"> </span><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">I am wearing</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 13.5pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>I am wearing dark blue Levi's, a blue and white shirt, and a blue sweater. I just found out it is wearing red day; I missed out on that one. </span></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b>I am reading (read) /watching (watched) /
listening to</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>I am spending time reading the Bible and the Book of Moses and studying the "Come Follow Me" lessons in our Sunday School. I am always reading the treasured; "Book of Mormon daily. I am reading, The Temple - Gaining Knowledge and Power In the House of the Lord by Ed J. Pinegar. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMEurWAXG9JAB-1CCWkbPRUx6OGbQGZc3_u4omFRJ1llLi78N-Nc-V2l4DItUTPP2ohL3s6cDsAVc1l3vjHwsXZIz_84OeD_mixEWo2sq9Ui-XmUJUy47GV8jQRv4rKB4VALEVFlVbGI7Qu6V765xojCKO1AvPft5hSkz3KNJB7jDvB8mcN9Snpp8osw=s3300" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2550" data-original-width="3300" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMEurWAXG9JAB-1CCWkbPRUx6OGbQGZc3_u4omFRJ1llLi78N-Nc-V2l4DItUTPP2ohL3s6cDsAVc1l3vjHwsXZIz_84OeD_mixEWo2sq9Ui-XmUJUy47GV8jQRv4rKB4VALEVFlVbGI7Qu6V765xojCKO1AvPft5hSkz3KNJB7jDvB8mcN9Snpp8osw=w400-h309" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>I am hoping</b></div></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">To become better organized. I find I randomly live my life. Every day, I have a plan, which gets messed up by various life situations. Sometimes, it is the blessing of a call from a child, texting with grandchildren, phone calls from friends, a spontaneous visit to someone, and countless other little moments. I have decided that I need to go back to a planner. When raising my children, I used a planner, and it had everything down that I was to do for the day, and I managed to get through most of the list. I don't have a plan; therefore, I live in Chaos. I bought one yesterday. I need the self-discipline to put down what I want to accomplish for the day and then do it. </span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b>I am learning<o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>During this seige of Covid, I have learned many lessons. First, I have more patience with others. I try to listen to their concerns and the different thinking on Covid, Politics, etc. Second, I am learning to agree to disagree and not conflict over masks and vaccines. It's has been hard on everyone. I pray it will end soon. I hope we have learned the lessons of loving and caring for our neighbors and one another. I have also learned more about my feelings of loss and grieving. It's hard, but I know we will all find peace when these times happen. Knowing we are all children of a loving Heavenly Father has helped, and Austin and us all are his children, and He wants our happiness. </span></span></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial;"><span>In my kitchen</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span>Gosh, I will need to ask my husband what we are having for dinner tonight. He is very creative when it comes to cooking. We do share this responsibility. Tonight, it will be his. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><span> Shared Quote</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyNBnMVL1RU59lIGKk3Ug2cZq-WtYWGIZjXelnACNpC-f5NnDgNJ2f9G9DSgYXtM5vOaNTUlk0xhRACv5asXtkoTs_Pebxhwj38yVmdqhCO94MPMmkxGwNbT6fv8rJ28YZopLGKrw3RHEKASdZwH6t-PCzJ85aDsHSOZnhsfBqBzAw0huvONq6--oUCQ=s576" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="576" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyNBnMVL1RU59lIGKk3Ug2cZq-WtYWGIZjXelnACNpC-f5NnDgNJ2f9G9DSgYXtM5vOaNTUlk0xhRACv5asXtkoTs_Pebxhwj38yVmdqhCO94MPMmkxGwNbT6fv8rJ28YZopLGKrw3RHEKASdZwH6t-PCzJ85aDsHSOZnhsfBqBzAw0huvONq6--oUCQ=w400-h400" width="400" /></span></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span> A moment from my day</span></b></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I can't take a photo of this day. Most of the day has been spent on the telephone. I found out last night that my dearest cousin, Kate is in an assisted living place with her husband. They are both on Hospice. I want to visit her. I didn't have the address and needed to contact her daughter. I found Kate's daughter, Jennifer, on Facebook. Our niece and nephew were her friends. I obtained my niece's number from my Sister-in-law, Gloria, and left a message. My daughter had our nephew's number. He gave me Jennifer's number, and</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> I connected with her; we had a delightful conversation. I have the address for my cousin and details on her condition. Thus, I can visit; I am excited to see her. She doesn't have long to live. I feel grateful today for social media and the ability to find people through it. </span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Closing Notes</span></b><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: arial;">I started writing blog posts about The Plan of Happiness a while back. First, I covered our Pre-mortal life earth life, and then I planned to write about the spirit world. I have a strong testimony of the spirit world. I don't have any family left here on earth. My parents and two brothers have passed away, and countless family has passed. Since Austin's passing, I have relied on my testimony of life after death. I feel the spirit world is near; I know they are busy with tasks, and I know they are close to us. I have personally felt my parents near. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: arial;">As a hospice nurse, I was with many patients at the end stage of life. I witnessed as they talked with spirits from the other side. I knew they were helping them cross over. These were sad but beautiful experiences that helped my testimony grow. This has helped me as I have faced the passing of my family members. I know beyond doubt I will see them again. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are some articles on the plan: </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/bc/content/ldsorg/content/english/manual/missionary/pdf/36950_the-plan-of-salvation-eng.pdf?lang=eng">The Plan of Salvation</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/premortality?lang=eng">Pre-Mortal Life</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/topics/plan-of-salvation/earth-life?lang=eng">Earth Life</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/1977/12/the-spirit-world-our-next-home?lang=eng">Spirit World</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/resurrection?lang=eng">Resurrection</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/gs/judgment-the-last?lang=eng">Judgment</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/manual/book-of-mormon-teacher-resource-manual/plan-of-salvation-overview?lang=eng">Overview of The Great Plan of Happiness</a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Fun Moments in the last three months -</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglnFmSUmtbxAIt--7MXoe0ETssuRynY6qm2WzokmkCKXqkdPIJddAp5YffOK_kVlvq06Ew9Fcy1qBRC5gNlRBZdmrTMWzWuLnyLGNBx3Lgoj2W41J81eZqpAPfpxaC9ezK57gR3QZiIF6VkLJfSzSvoFlRX30t3Y7Bfd0sjddtUAjBLvmw01UxDdQe0A=s3300" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2550" data-original-width="3300" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglnFmSUmtbxAIt--7MXoe0ETssuRynY6qm2WzokmkCKXqkdPIJddAp5YffOK_kVlvq06Ew9Fcy1qBRC5gNlRBZdmrTMWzWuLnyLGNBx3Lgoj2W41J81eZqpAPfpxaC9ezK57gR3QZiIF6VkLJfSzSvoFlRX30t3Y7Bfd0sjddtUAjBLvmw01UxDdQe0A=w400-h309" width="400" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><b>Celebrating my Birthday with my beloved Husband, Roger; a delightful day!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhVdybIPtchooTzkuAXiAZBsM5lO6VyqQU2jdLMKONddgl1gzW4woOykTasjmvxHhTH1KpLfgtWosRsxbRha8fP6tok27_LXi7WD16SktZ_5ZXTBD3zmvxAusroszBaOY4EZNUz1d51zLiE6I6uMsTiLk_N2fHuyQcNJMKFGjPAzYzflCamE6rKBod0BA=s2700" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="2700" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhVdybIPtchooTzkuAXiAZBsM5lO6VyqQU2jdLMKONddgl1gzW4woOykTasjmvxHhTH1KpLfgtWosRsxbRha8fP6tok27_LXi7WD16SktZ_5ZXTBD3zmvxAusroszBaOY4EZNUz1d51zLiE6I6uMsTiLk_N2fHuyQcNJMKFGjPAzYzflCamE6rKBod0BA=w400-h266" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>A visit from my daughter Tiffani, Dave, and their children -</b></div></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"><span> Tiffani, Katelyn, Josh, Sarah, Michal, William, and Dave.</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEaJ_QWq6hY2e2yfyHXq0YgO7_GbMvT6oZPiHLoGIWpqDdGgv-UQazZwY6Jyw4x5WvGZglD2vajtyIYTc2PaMmNwbzc7mBzFAy2NxbICgqozydzGzYInpe5I7TWlpopRLKXS9WX7N-P_yVs9IqYEAMcQ6CfmQly0ZPb7sdDdrZW54ceWF5BtrXzQevNw=s2700" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="2700" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEaJ_QWq6hY2e2yfyHXq0YgO7_GbMvT6oZPiHLoGIWpqDdGgv-UQazZwY6Jyw4x5WvGZglD2vajtyIYTc2PaMmNwbzc7mBzFAy2NxbICgqozydzGzYInpe5I7TWlpopRLKXS9WX7N-P_yVs9IqYEAMcQ6CfmQly0ZPb7sdDdrZW54ceWF5BtrXzQevNw=w400-h266" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>A Family reunion for my husband's siblings - </b></div></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"><span>Photo of all the Sister In Laws - Kaylene, Anita, Mary Kay, LeAnn, Tammy, and Lana</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNJCnHuinuOf4YnHX3fKoEA_Bmb78MmuZaVpsbkSk4w54qJWoJ5FRuvlr_yQfKJOHerhkWo0ROcvtJC2WBNYJ2tB1Nbd9IkGzpKqxlEU2ZbPoL18jpa63AQZD0_7c3aoP7UDfEcjE9afQ59qh3YlofOmTHq-5oA2_Od9fgHJbUh30kdtGZ2DKzNWL_Qw=s3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNJCnHuinuOf4YnHX3fKoEA_Bmb78MmuZaVpsbkSk4w54qJWoJ5FRuvlr_yQfKJOHerhkWo0ROcvtJC2WBNYJ2tB1Nbd9IkGzpKqxlEU2ZbPoL18jpa63AQZD0_7c3aoP7UDfEcjE9afQ59qh3YlofOmTHq-5oA2_Od9fgHJbUh30kdtGZ2DKzNWL_Qw=w400-h320" width="400" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Baptism of our youngest Granddaughter, Haven, and Priesthood Ordination of our Youngest Grandson. Layton - Upper Left Photo, our son Travis, Amanda, and their children. Upper Middle, Layton, and Haven. Nest two photos of us with the children. Grandpa with Granddaughter, Justice, Abbey, and Haven. Grandma with Ryley and Kason.</b></div></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeTKgw8W7oA7Sftpa92AXSb6JHFygvzpkT_r-6qJRCocgBrZ4aT6r62q2uVKgT29L1Xo1eejLlFpsW6lZRF6oMJ1xgA9Iz8dgl6rGAbEUjkXewqRS5XX1X0RC9FU_S-umcD1r4Yj5nCyX7SvPQVqGRKy5sPpTAnyI5ePNYxuyPTzmslYt-OcNHy0u-Qw=s2100" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="2100" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeTKgw8W7oA7Sftpa92AXSb6JHFygvzpkT_r-6qJRCocgBrZ4aT6r62q2uVKgT29L1Xo1eejLlFpsW6lZRF6oMJ1xgA9Iz8dgl6rGAbEUjkXewqRS5XX1X0RC9FU_S-umcD1r4Yj5nCyX7SvPQVqGRKy5sPpTAnyI5ePNYxuyPTzmslYt-OcNHy0u-Qw=w400-h286" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Moments with our son, James, Amber, Averi, and Taylor Jo - Next, a trip to downtown Salt Lake and a photo of the reconstruction of the Salt Lake Temple. Celebrating our Granddaughter Emma's Birthday was a delight. </b></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEimAUmYmw_0uGIo2e-Qp348DWnZHrF0dKkKgiwWguzug5wQXOgiVz2Wt5DXj8IFQW4xlJvXr7di03kQ0V-FUfGML7-02wQ-mNpcqTXpZ3PSv9P_mQvEr6C751JXZ69xx6JtesvnnMgLaTmG7fc9iFkW7ii27zF3t3d8svar5raZ0-7a12dg_DgpWPz_aA=s2100" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="2100" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEimAUmYmw_0uGIo2e-Qp348DWnZHrF0dKkKgiwWguzug5wQXOgiVz2Wt5DXj8IFQW4xlJvXr7di03kQ0V-FUfGML7-02wQ-mNpcqTXpZ3PSv9P_mQvEr6C751JXZ69xx6JtesvnnMgLaTmG7fc9iFkW7ii27zF3t3d8svar5raZ0-7a12dg_DgpWPz_aA=w400-h286" width="400" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><b>Baby Blessing of my Nephew Gus's new Grandbaby - </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSztvorOGU6Rk9QzIKHzh4P-D4cqgxsrpuIqvIymHPWzahNuuYgOHW1_X1HrqNsn7ckqz8mRszQUyiFJuADqHoNLcWjDeHRI1Qo3DXabQm9uTDyxc1AAlo2EnQhIXirM9-XuDZ8NOFiX5hCuCpzodfbASRz-6lRSL0DZRNImco3hm1mtfAm9RAyz72Tw=s3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSztvorOGU6Rk9QzIKHzh4P-D4cqgxsrpuIqvIymHPWzahNuuYgOHW1_X1HrqNsn7ckqz8mRszQUyiFJuADqHoNLcWjDeHRI1Qo3DXabQm9uTDyxc1AAlo2EnQhIXirM9-XuDZ8NOFiX5hCuCpzodfbASRz-6lRSL0DZRNImco3hm1mtfAm9RAyz72Tw=w400-h320" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Christmas Time - A favorite gift given by our son Travis, Amanda, and family - A picture of the Savior with my precious Grandson, Austin - An adorable photo of our fur baby, Sammy, on Christmas Morning. </b></div></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><img border="0" data-original-height="2550" data-original-width="3300" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEguMK2wKzDwovx6ySGhHOmf8-s4ZOdSwRCKMGcXIlwYjTFFUXBvwrB4ppoMvf8Ij3OTzqbyDfA1OEJjpm_oLAwi-0KqLFeW0fyaGqC7s2qkF5rjIuqDBrzG7UogS-xWz9aYeXVR75tZVK5YiVcmmi_1gwtNOjcsdHp5w9Py9VGwmdmDes4n7Qg35LUkpA=w400-h309" width="400" /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Treasured photos of my daughter Christina, Brandon, and their family sent from Minnesota.</b></div></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"><span>A Christmas storm - Upper photo, Levi, Faith, Christina, Brandon, Abbey, Sariah, Alex, & April</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2yC2SRRhsw1RQ4BZmFYIvVThpCmkc8JJY6Msp27jSdYNlKMAnisMR6_ctvh7AfJ4nHXWS9dpEpjNX-Cqjr9Vb9uj6sT71CTs9bVcKGh-wCjttjEUXmWudL0ir4xDGeWjzKXIjxwpPLYXLsBTCEACkBDGkhLnaXSAS_dXI_C0EviiGsYd0gEZmJrDEUw=s3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2yC2SRRhsw1RQ4BZmFYIvVThpCmkc8JJY6Msp27jSdYNlKMAnisMR6_ctvh7AfJ4nHXWS9dpEpjNX-Cqjr9Vb9uj6sT71CTs9bVcKGh-wCjttjEUXmWudL0ir4xDGeWjzKXIjxwpPLYXLsBTCEACkBDGkhLnaXSAS_dXI_C0EviiGsYd0gEZmJrDEUw=w400-h320" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-size: small;"><span>Happy 76th Birthday to my dearest husband, Roger, on January 29th - We had a fun celebration. Our kids came for a while the next day, and he received lots of phone calls from the rest. </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>Happy Valentine's Day to all! </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>May you all feel loved by family, friends, loved ones, etc. </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>Just remember that our Heavenly Father loves you with perfect love!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0cvLTh6OKazCoz_Aq3SQU46axNGh843twS6jBPJFhVUF2HGfTrqXU5XVxxzrhvPKBhhLBbbqkTW2VjxUwCnVgrs4BMSjxpZ6c5QgGVdBEXO_jN4ECvWfjNt8aWUeCxutWFv4RCKOOEd_8iuiLQ02KRLhuNDnABERN8pZIZD_vn7KKh4-qjlp6NRavJg=s790" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0cvLTh6OKazCoz_Aq3SQU46axNGh843twS6jBPJFhVUF2HGfTrqXU5XVxxzrhvPKBhhLBbbqkTW2VjxUwCnVgrs4BMSjxpZ6c5QgGVdBEXO_jN4ECvWfjNt8aWUeCxutWFv4RCKOOEd_8iuiLQ02KRLhuNDnABERN8pZIZD_vn7KKh4-qjlp6NRavJg=w304-h400" width="304" /></span></a></div><span><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></div><span style="color: #666666; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: vollkorn, serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><p></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-1359040900806809082021-12-24T16:08:00.001-07:002021-12-25T10:48:05.834-07:00Light The World With Christ - The Reason For The Season<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjopWBNbVbEsuQwk5zLbrODaAr2bW5wID4XVk4F_s7fIZ2ahONNdqCooESvHZGJVvVZFGZWHcyENDFzHzTH2Yq_W-_zOj_2tl31qLJ4uZDLnLrEjYKIYzzlLjqpV5Zzk4ppCZaOR-kgH4aeJAo_Id_ipODQBL-F_hU2kerLUIOMLEKc50Zt-xu2B8MvMA=s960" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjopWBNbVbEsuQwk5zLbrODaAr2bW5wID4XVk4F_s7fIZ2ahONNdqCooESvHZGJVvVZFGZWHcyENDFzHzTH2Yq_W-_zOj_2tl31qLJ4uZDLnLrEjYKIYzzlLjqpV5Zzk4ppCZaOR-kgH4aeJAo_Id_ipODQBL-F_hU2kerLUIOMLEKc50Zt-xu2B8MvMA=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">2021 has been a year of great joy and sweet sorrow as we welcomed a wonderful grandson-in-law, Alex Tenney, into our family, increasing the total number of our family to 57. However, with deep sadness, we lost a precious grandson, Austin Williams. Only our Savior understands the exquisite emotions of our hearts, and so we trust in Him and his perfect promise: "My peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you. not as the world giveth, give I unto you." Truly there is peace in Christ, and we have been blessed to receive it often and in countless ways, especially in the Temple, our place of peace and true refuge. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">May the world and each of you obtain that peace and lasting joy during this sacred season, with faith and trust in him always to understand our hearts. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Merry Christmas with Love, </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Roger and LeAnn</span></p><p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yXWoKi5x3lw" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p><p><br /></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-39088923999555553432021-12-09T16:46:00.007-07:002021-12-09T16:57:39.631-07:00The Purpose of Life~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEitP3d15zV8S83Lg1FYuK1d2WLczOypVEJW3Cdaziq4ONHqrwOGquzddODNwvwAjQmFZbskns8qtTWrk9dsdklU4mJqUCPEI2-qqbQgAZYoiMKCm0gW99DZTwbI_7CoKchkiKqTpqf8dABWaz69K2Ge3VqvV36OlY1f26uIlyNBd75pE1Ir0J6P1JT92A=s644" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="488" data-original-width="644" height="385" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEitP3d15zV8S83Lg1FYuK1d2WLczOypVEJW3Cdaziq4ONHqrwOGquzddODNwvwAjQmFZbskns8qtTWrk9dsdklU4mJqUCPEI2-qqbQgAZYoiMKCm0gW99DZTwbI_7CoKchkiKqTpqf8dABWaz69K2Ge3VqvV36OlY1f26uIlyNBd75pE1Ir0J6P1JT92A=w571-h385" width="571" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Merriweather; font-size: large;">The Purpose of Life </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Everyone has a purpose in life. Life is to find that purpose and go for it. My aim has been centered on our Savior Jesus Christ and my desire to follow him. Families are part of my Plan. I am married, have a posterity of 55 total. We have 6 children with spouses, 32 grandchildren, 6 grandchildren-in-law, and 6 great-grandchildren. We are involved with our family, our faith, and right now, we serve as ordinance workers at the <a href="https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/Jordan-River-Utah-Temple-History.pdf">Jordan River Temple </a>and are<a href="https://www.justserve.org/about"> Justserve.org specialists.</a> We have a full life and are experiencing all kinds of experiences on this earth; good and evil. We have learned many lessons from our experiences. Life is good! </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">In a nutshell, earth life is a time to learn, grow, have faith, find happiness, and prepare to return home to God. Our lives have purpose and meaning. This beautiful earth was created for us live on. We are here to receive a body, be tested during this 2nd phase of our eternal existence. We can not remember our Pre-mortal life, so we much walk by faith. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> 1st Nephi 17:36 states: Behold, the Lord hath created the earth that it should be inhabited, and he hath created his children that they should possess it. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This Plan is called the Plan of Salvation; it gives meaning to our life. This Plan answers our questions. "Where do I come from? Why am I here? You can read about this <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe/life-has-purpose/your-life-has-a-purpose">Plan of Happiness here. </a> The purpose of God's Plan is for us to all find happiness eternally. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">While here on earth, we will have experiences that will bring us happiness and experiences that will bring us sorrow and trials. These moments will test us. Yet, we will grow in our character as we work through these struggles. These experiences will help us learn well from evil and to make choices. One of our greatest gifts is our agency; the ability to choose for ourselves. Will we decide to follow God? </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">As you read the Plan of Happiness, you will find more answers about why you are here. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is a video on The Plan of Salvation. It will help you understand even more this grandiose Plan. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/t9iYqKk00Bc" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have a deep hope that you have taken the time to study this beautiful Plan.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Recently, this Plan of salvation helped me through one of the most challenging moments of my life. When I published my last post on God's Eternal Plan, my son called me to tell me that my Grandson, Austin, age 22, had just been killed in a horrific truck accident. His tire blew and forced him into the path of a Semi. The truck then went under the semi and burst into flame. We have prayed that he was killed instantly rather than suffer for a long time. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I, of course, burst into tears and ran to inform my dearest husband. We then spent three-plus hours grieving through tears. We live about 31/2 hours away from this precious son and his family. Tender mercy came when 4 of our grandsons that live in the area came to our home. It was a time for crying, comforting, and relating stories about our precious Austin. My grandson, Christian, was particularly close to Austin, and they had just planned a fishing trip together. He was struggling a lot with this news. So it was perfect for us to all be together for a few hours. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The next day we left for Idaho to help with any funeral plans and to be there to support our family. In addition, the drive-up gave my husband and me a chance to talk about and relate more fully to what had taken place. Our dear Granson left a wife of 14 months. My heart went out in love and sadness at this loss for her. I also felt intensely how hard it would be for my son and daughter-in-law to cope with the loss of this son. They have a total of 8 children, and Austin was their 2nd oldest. It's often said that losing a child is the worst experience a parent can have. Watching our own family suffer through this has added another dimension to the grieving process that we go through during the loss of a loved one.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The following 5 days were filled with activities in preparation for the funeral. This is often called the numb period, where the family goes through getting everything together. It is also a time of reflecting on the goodness of this lost son. Lots of stories are told, and there is plenty of tears and much laughter. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The outpouring of love from the community, friends, loved ones, and family was incredible. There was never a lack of food or someone coming to offer their love and condolences. We knew that hundreds were praying for our family, and we can testify that prayers were answered in the form of comfort, peace, and feeling loved by our Heavenly Father, Savior, and many others. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Many family, friends, and others came to the funeral. Austin loved football, fishing, and trucks. He had great faith in the Savior and belonged to <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.</a> Many of his football friends came to the funeral. Austin served a 2-year mission for the church in the <a href="https://www.mymission.com/lds-missions/nebraska-omaha-mission">Nebraska Omaha Mission</a>. Twenty-five of his mission companions and others came along with his Mission President and wife. This was a huge blessing to us all to see how much Austin was loved by others. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">His funeral was lovely. His oldest sister, Justice, and Ethan, two of his siblings, gave the eulogy. Two of his companions from his mission spoke. His father, Travis, our son, gave a beautiful message, his sweet wife Shamra gave a courageous talk on their life together, and then Austin's former Stake President gave a talk on God's eternal plan. The messages celebrated his life, his mission, and his firm beliefs. They brought us all peace and comfort. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Blessings came throughout every part of the funeral planning. These were tender mercies from Heaven. We loved that all of our son's siblings, our children, came, along with uncles, cousins, and other very close friends. One significant tender mercy was that Austin's brother Ethan was allowed to come from his California, Los Angeles mission for 4 days. That was the best! </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">As I reflect upon those days in mourning, they were also days of having a deeper understanding of God's Plan. Death is part of life. It is a transition into the spirit world. We know that Austin has a plan, and he continues on in the spirit world, following what God wants him to do. We feel like he is on a mission there. However, we also think that he is near us at times. That he will be near when needed. It's all part of the glorious eternal existence we can all have.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I will write more about the <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/spirit-world?lang=eng">Spirit World</a> later on. We are working on getting through the Christmas Celebrations, which have thus far been very tender. We miss our Austin. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Love to all! </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> For your Christmas Celebration follow this site for fun ideas and videos for <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist">#Lighttheworld with love. </a></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-88920652419993627472021-10-29T16:06:00.002-06:002021-10-29T16:09:15.616-06:00God's Eternal Plan!<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGYcpkpCT1C0NPMXRbTgWKztehXuv2UZaPVWkYaZnfDroKy7GcS4pavu2J0oudCi8ziqVGbj4dgOjVjMWU94SPcFmqmvl7Up8b1IhrQSuIXemqmgSQhAQGXNiC8NDo3Qc7kQC6v8jUPTnR/s480/258defc16e4926acd2fe6e9fd96b87a5.jpg" style="font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="480" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGYcpkpCT1C0NPMXRbTgWKztehXuv2UZaPVWkYaZnfDroKy7GcS4pavu2J0oudCi8ziqVGbj4dgOjVjMWU94SPcFmqmvl7Up8b1IhrQSuIXemqmgSQhAQGXNiC8NDo3Qc7kQC6v8jUPTnR/w640-h426/258defc16e4926acd2fe6e9fd96b87a5.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Have you ever laid on the soft grass at night and looked up in the heavens and wondered where you came from? Even nature, animals, mountains, trees, flowers, and even the smallest creatures denote a God. I see it in the organization of all life. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Even as a young child, I had an inquisitive mind. I had a desire to understand and find out; Who I am? Where did I come from? What is my purpose? Then the biggest question of all; Where am I going after this life. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">As I grew and learned more, I had a firm belief that I now knew the answer to these questions. So, today, I take a moment to explain; Who am I I? and Where Did I Come From. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I will expand on these thoughts in future writings. I believe that there was a plan for us all. A plan of happiness was formed and agreed upon by us all in our pre-existence or Pre-mortality state. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is a portion of one of my favorite poems - </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2;"><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Our birth is but asleep and forgetting by</span></b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="color: #5e5e5e; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <a href="https://www.poetrynook.com/poet/william-wordsworth"><i><span style="color: #129abc;">William Wordsworth</span></i></a></span><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="color: #5e5e5e; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="color: #5e5e5e; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Our birth is but asleep and a forgetting:<br />
The Soul that rises with us, our life's Star,<br />
Hath had elsewhere its setting,<br />
And cometh from afar:<br />
Not in entire forgetfulness,<br />
And not in utter nakedness,<br />
But trailing clouds of glory do we come<br />
From God, who is our home:<br />
Heaven lies about us in our infancy!<br /><br /><o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">First
Presidency (Joseph F. Smith, President) - 1909 </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial;">"All men and women are in the
similitude of the universal Father and Mother and are literally the sons and
daughters of Deity. ... The doctrine of the pre-existence -revealed so
plainly, particularly in latter days, pours a wonderful flood of light upon the
otherwise mysterious problem of man's origin.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> It shows that man, as a spirit,
was begotten and born of heavenly parents, and reared to maturity in the
eternal mansions of the Father, prior to coming upon the earth in a temporal
body to undergo an experience in mortality. ... Man is the child of God, formed
in the divine image and endowed with divine attributes, and even as the infant
of an earthly father and mother is capable in due time of becoming a man, so
the undeveloped offspring of celestial parentage is capable, by experience
through ages and eons, of evolving into a God. (“Origin of Man, November 1909"
Messages of the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, 6 vols. comp. James R. Clark, comp., [1965-75), 4:203 -6; emphasis
added).</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I know that we all were raised by Heavenly Parents and knew our Elder Brother Jesus Christ. I love this picture that depicts what it may be like in our Pre-Mortal life. Have you ever connected with a friend and felt you knew them before? I have. We are all spiritual brothers and sisters. Many of us may have been close friends in our pre-earth life, and even covenanted with one another to find each other while on earth. At least, I like to think that.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbwpRumxMz-iKtbTgRTz0-ny8gVeF-WBkcpJA77eECQZaKVr6ex-ZlagcpYNr-kx_VDynCmO8sz3ypWAx8gYLpCEFcxYxXeTo6N8VmHXB7wfRNgF5ll5iv5eAZGZH965Z0VeiDLdQ3p34C/s1920/pre_existence_people_white_robes.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1353" data-original-width="1920" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbwpRumxMz-iKtbTgRTz0-ny8gVeF-WBkcpJA77eECQZaKVr6ex-ZlagcpYNr-kx_VDynCmO8sz3ypWAx8gYLpCEFcxYxXeTo6N8VmHXB7wfRNgF5ll5iv5eAZGZH965Z0VeiDLdQ3p34C/w640-h452/pre_existence_people_white_robes.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We can then all say, we are children of God. I am a child of God. I know that and feel it deep within my soul. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I believe that in the pre-mortal state, we committed - even covenanted --Premortally with our Heavenly Father to do various things on earth. So, let me ask you a question: What were you born to do?</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sister Wendy Watson Nelson said the following in a talk entitled: "Hope of Israel).</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">"How I wish you could watch a 10-minute video of your premortal life on YouTube. I believe if you could see yourself living with your Heavenly Parents and with Jesus Christ; if you could observe what you did Premortally and see yourself making commitments - even Covenants - with others, including your mentors and teachers; if you could see yourself courageously responding to attacks on truth and valiantly standing up for Jesus Christ, I believe that every one of you would have the increased power, increased commitment, and eternal perspective to help you overcome any and all of your confusion, doubts, struggles, and problems. All of them! I believe if you could remember who you said you would help, you would find them. Premortally, you and I committed to do a great work while we are here on earth. And, with the Lord's help, we will do it. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">May this touch your heart. The next time, I will be focusing on our Mortal life. Maybe ask yourself the following questions. What did I promise to do while on this earth? What is my purpose? </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is a short video on our pre-earth life to enjoy!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12pt; text-align: left;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/I3g2xMjHbqA" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-61896690526186612322021-10-12T18:39:00.009-06:002021-10-15T11:46:10.970-06:00Summer Highlights~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCZU1mYeCwKZnvnLkowiXva59mtr8FQgT1vsu62Ql8ScbwMjIGQHRx27vUgTOynD7dULOpzXx29z7JizYcJtGdgC8tLIoZO8L5oIyO5ClYz2EUMep2VV4Pi4wXAPioXLoc5UNIMmcsbRvJ/s1200/LW9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCZU1mYeCwKZnvnLkowiXva59mtr8FQgT1vsu62Ql8ScbwMjIGQHRx27vUgTOynD7dULOpzXx29z7JizYcJtGdgC8tLIoZO8L5oIyO5ClYz2EUMep2VV4Pi4wXAPioXLoc5UNIMmcsbRvJ/w640-h640/LW9.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I started the Living Water's Blog over 10 years ago and have been relatively consistent with doing weekly, bi-weekly, and sometimes monthly posts. However, in the last 3 months, my life became a whirlwind, and I have gotten behind on reading my favorite blogger posts and doing anything on my own site. So, perhaps to illustrate why I haven't been on, I will share what I have been up to. Here are my summer highlights! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq6WOUe7LRWMGNaBIDLu6rXgxPa8uInj7xstO3aSbQGzpgaitnTSyYoNUvPmDkcQ53EjbwGyYZUL3RrEUV0rJQZtm3Oi-oOonxaJOdeLs-sgTSm0YsAinJ1CXtdnpTlsh9rwR2PDArMNmJ/s1200/LW+3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq6WOUe7LRWMGNaBIDLu6rXgxPa8uInj7xstO3aSbQGzpgaitnTSyYoNUvPmDkcQ53EjbwGyYZUL3RrEUV0rJQZtm3Oi-oOonxaJOdeLs-sgTSm0YsAinJ1CXtdnpTlsh9rwR2PDArMNmJ/w640-h640/LW+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">My hubby and I took a trip to Idaho Falls for a couple of family events. We decided not to stay with the children because both families were planning graduation events. Instead, we checked into a hotel that was near the<a href="https://www.mormonwiki.com/Idaho_Falls_Idaho_Temple"> Idaho Falls Temple</a>. We love staying there because the Temple is by the Snake River, and we enjoy the view. There is a walkway all the way around the River, and it's a fun stroll. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The first night there, we met at a restaurant with three of our married six children and one Granddaughter. We had a delightful time. We have some characters in our family, so there was a lot of laughter. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyIVc0x8g5WmohPwDig492o7AEIWREJcmVtEfaaNeDQhIemVynQGD6CMPC9cbh6gdouRvS-S22XH4Tl1SmGt2LVb04UKzNyj6n7-A_OdNDh3K01IIQqU8Sg9BAzxo7ZK7JxKMyL2v56T_K/s1600/LW1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyIVc0x8g5WmohPwDig492o7AEIWREJcmVtEfaaNeDQhIemVynQGD6CMPC9cbh6gdouRvS-S22XH4Tl1SmGt2LVb04UKzNyj6n7-A_OdNDh3K01IIQqU8Sg9BAzxo7ZK7JxKMyL2v56T_K/w640-h480/LW1.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The next evening we drove to Sugar City and had a barbeque n the backyard of my son, Travis, and daughter-in-law Amanda. All their children were there that night. Lots of fun conversations and hugs! </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1YyZAegXhXOkrXXHMBoPckCcVB5z9FqvJhySGQnANSmeBcFF_bu0Oc_nt9EdbjCw42RFWmpshZvCTmVQjlOtrROmnl_X5pvxwUjWhSaAF7kwFIQnd_yzEA_2SeFO1kWjMs9L7hlMqq-vU/s1200/LW4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1YyZAegXhXOkrXXHMBoPckCcVB5z9FqvJhySGQnANSmeBcFF_bu0Oc_nt9EdbjCw42RFWmpshZvCTmVQjlOtrROmnl_X5pvxwUjWhSaAF7kwFIQnd_yzEA_2SeFO1kWjMs9L7hlMqq-vU/w640-h640/LW4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On Tuesday, June 1, 2021, we headed for Shelley, Idaho, to attend the graduation of our Granddaughter, Averi, which was held in the backyard of my son, and daughter-in-law, James and Amber. Averi is a special needs child; she is Blind and Autistic. Averi has been able to complete regular school with an aide assisting her. Averi plays the piano by ear, and she is a whiz with numbers. If you tell her your birthdate or another important date, she can tell you the day of the week it will fall on in the coming year. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Averi was born with a rare disease called Osteopetrosis. At nine months of age, she spent almost 5 months in the PICU at Primary Children's Hospital. We almost lost her more than once. Yet, she is a prayed-for miracle. You can read her story <a href="https://lgwilliams.blogspot.com/2010/08/our-granddaughter-averi-playing-battle.html">here.</a> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We really had a good time at her graduation. Several people there had worked with her through the years. In addition, there were many friends and family there. Actually, there were tears of joy shed on this one. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoXmolpA0VisbxoiED5YQO01GV4no0Co_r05JWdlDRvZWYwymxF6gJpVTz7expJONopTrwOwCjY5GEE3xA7BJY3wWpkiY2jH7c7VOkbj4spsyMC9_YumieSjHsrNKT2CVFD0FXTh8gHozt/s1200/LW5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoXmolpA0VisbxoiED5YQO01GV4no0Co_r05JWdlDRvZWYwymxF6gJpVTz7expJONopTrwOwCjY5GEE3xA7BJY3wWpkiY2jH7c7VOkbj4spsyMC9_YumieSjHsrNKT2CVFD0FXTh8gHozt/w640-h640/LW5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, we headed back to Shelley, Idaho, to celebrate our daughter, Jenni-Marie's Birthday. They were getting ready to head back to Utah. They had been staying at James and Ambers. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrasmb6uYexfJ7ehiNgA4yEYdvfE2UyCKiWh8P4EJ0ZCCDJs-j5YiRUakKqAVfM4QbR7Fg69eq7xQg9AJBnumo6bOg5CQw9op4zS9v5Adhd0kfsRBnAkIByFnmiMzVsbigkQdnLgU9c-bU/s640/LW2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="481" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrasmb6uYexfJ7ehiNgA4yEYdvfE2UyCKiWh8P4EJ0ZCCDJs-j5YiRUakKqAVfM4QbR7Fg69eq7xQg9AJBnumo6bOg5CQw9op4zS9v5Adhd0kfsRBnAkIByFnmiMzVsbigkQdnLgU9c-bU/w482-h640/LW2.jpg" width="482" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">In the afternoon, we headed back to Sugar City, Idaho, for the High School Graduation of our Granddaughter, Karli. We enjoyed being with Travis and our daughter-in-law, Amanda's family, along with her parents. The Graduation program was the shortest one we have ever been to. Afterward, we headed to their home for dinner. We then headed home. My dear husband has a sealing assignment in the Temple tomorrow. So, we enjoyed the few days with these precious children and grandchildren of ours. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVWQ5vFD-AhOcdms4HNyn-DhzwJ7R90WuLSVu-auoWgYd5G93yELEA72tjh97Nw39qZJyWdDg34FId76_JndWMxf5ZcAVRPsljXL9JCaDzNov6dXv7aLxyD06OkoeUO6v7j04kfhnkf_Wl/s1200/LW+7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVWQ5vFD-AhOcdms4HNyn-DhzwJ7R90WuLSVu-auoWgYd5G93yELEA72tjh97Nw39qZJyWdDg34FId76_JndWMxf5ZcAVRPsljXL9JCaDzNov6dXv7aLxyD06OkoeUO6v7j04kfhnkf_Wl/w640-h640/LW+7.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Saturday, June 5, we joined Roger's siblings at a restaurant to celebrate his oldest brother, Laddy, and his wife, Mary Kay's 50th Wedding Anniversary. It was a belated anniversary celebration due to Covid. All of Roger's siblings and spouses were there. We have not been with them for a very long time. This was a joyous reunion. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj39okYFJL2nEeUux_Rk1sgOf-1FDaDAfLyrWzt2Pj_vm59R7QotwoQFn28zcvyaj2km4yFlQ4mrBEN5CWY5DHUG14Xb61U7H8R_XomUHOSW2yrWkp3XsAyx5TMDm1dd2bA9I6OBonAkecn/s1200/LW6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj39okYFJL2nEeUux_Rk1sgOf-1FDaDAfLyrWzt2Pj_vm59R7QotwoQFn28zcvyaj2km4yFlQ4mrBEN5CWY5DHUG14Xb61U7H8R_XomUHOSW2yrWkp3XsAyx5TMDm1dd2bA9I6OBonAkecn/w640-h640/LW6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On June 19, 2021, my dearest friend, Jane, was baptized into <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. </a>She has been learning about the Church and attending it for a long time. When Roger and I were serving our full-time mission in the Utah Salt Lake South Mission, we had been visiting her. She resides in our ward. After we were released from this assignment, I became her ministering sister. Our friendship has evolved over time, and we are perfect friends. I love Jane, and I am so happy she chose to join the Church. It was an immense tender mercy to have Jane accept the gospel. She is already a very Christ-like woman who loves people and is friendly and outgoing. Tears of joy on this one. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">One of the sweet moments was when all her children came. None of them are members, and she was thrilled to have them there. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6pmtPBfSlWQQ_frRBSz1n4NDONGORHd8aIQyKZ-RgIecJTcYjsWqDNZ8nmOMS6K-UUkBJ1Yuwf49l8qyYbq98YeNObLkE95cZoto9Ilk0pxvHEOUfz6GQNQr1v55VeFQ9_I0MgF-fWd_6/s1200/LW8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6pmtPBfSlWQQ_frRBSz1n4NDONGORHd8aIQyKZ-RgIecJTcYjsWqDNZ8nmOMS6K-UUkBJ1Yuwf49l8qyYbq98YeNObLkE95cZoto9Ilk0pxvHEOUfz6GQNQr1v55VeFQ9_I0MgF-fWd_6/w640-h640/LW8.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We celebrated Father's Day on June 22. Our Grandson, Michael, came for the weekend. It was fun.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had our Grandchildren, Alyssa, Emma, and Ben, for an overnighter on Monday, June 23. . One night, we watched a movie and played some games with them. It was enjoyable. Grandpa can be very competitive. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizyMwq84LclEgpp7eM-9LkqNDMXBXOk736FhyCYlhce0J9IgNtG5-XwWv3qOmSVj7IwjB6sx9lm6WhUWK55pJkv0maGhFi7t5SnvkfISVMMVKQU51v-dT69F5-XKFsp5qU2_p6_Y7wC_It/s1200/LW10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizyMwq84LclEgpp7eM-9LkqNDMXBXOk736FhyCYlhce0J9IgNtG5-XwWv3qOmSVj7IwjB6sx9lm6WhUWK55pJkv0maGhFi7t5SnvkfISVMMVKQU51v-dT69F5-XKFsp5qU2_p6_Y7wC_It/w640-h640/LW10.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our daughter, Christina, and her husband, Brandon, and their children, April, Faith, and Levi, came to Utah for a visit on July 3. They stayed in Eden, Utah, with their Daughter and Son in law. Unfortunately, while in Eden, their married daughter, Sariah, became ill. Her husband, Alex, and she were moving to Odgen, Utah. Brandon and Christina and their children helped them move. Then on July 6, they came down to our home to stay for three days. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">While here, they were busy making food for three of them on a special diet and nutrition items to take to a family reunion in Idaho on Brandon's side. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On Thursday, July 8, we invited our daughter, Jenni, and son-in-law, Michael, along with their children Alyssa, Emma, and Ben, to come for dinner and spend some time with Brandon and Christina's family. We had a great dinner, conversation and later, they played the game Charade. We laughed a lot and had a fantastic time. I love when my two daughters can be together. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5HhDiIvubPlTmAGxIkjJfyZU_DnRA2FRfQkQYhqgburc_Ag8268SYjqxceujUyfTBVL5xLsmAxYLQB4CsgAXsPIghpWatVX8Nz0eGO9NMZdeOLPr0KG1joj9KydF-JIse1pgifdF2qaI-/s1200/LW11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5HhDiIvubPlTmAGxIkjJfyZU_DnRA2FRfQkQYhqgburc_Ag8268SYjqxceujUyfTBVL5xLsmAxYLQB4CsgAXsPIghpWatVX8Nz0eGO9NMZdeOLPr0KG1joj9KydF-JIse1pgifdF2qaI-/w640-h640/LW11.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Brandon, Christina, and Family left for Idaho on Friday, June 9. They had a great time up there for 4 days with Brandon's family. While gone, they learned that Sariah had Covid and her husband was sick too. So they traveled down to our home on Tuesday, July 13. Regretfully, they were all suffering; it was Covid striking the family. Christina and Faith had a moderate case of it. April and Levi had a mild chance of Covid. Brandon didn't start to feel too awful for the first couple of days, and then it hit him hard. They had planned to go home the next day but couldn't. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Roger and I worked at the Temple, and we couldn't go; we had to quarantine. They were here for 12 days. Roger and I wore masks and tried not to interrelate with them too much. However, we only have one kitchen, so food preparation had to be handled cautiously. I felt so bad for them all. Both Roger and I had been vaccinated, so we did feel good about that. Utah has had a lot of Covid cases, and at this time, the count was high. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Priesthood blessings and lots of prayers for this sweet family of ours. I do know that this made a difference. I have great faith in the power of the priesthood, prayers, and fasting. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">They decided to travel home on July 23. Brandon was too sick to drive, so Sariah and Alex took the weekend off to help navigate them there. First, they had to rent a car, and then Brandon rode in the back of their truck. I wanted them to stay until he was better, but they had a daughter, Abbey, coming home from her mission in Arizona the following Tuesday. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Covid took a toll on Brandon. It took him over two months to get his energy back. This is a harsh virus. The picture above is of them getting ready to leave for home. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivYUzIvR9wUt89lv1XK4KpJMWggqRdshWcqQjn-ZX2oxUujSnJXRE-CdmbRSM-8HqUvgi3OyM8zZ0ojCQKO3nUTf1m_Mo0PPDEKiMekNoTXp3STlYK7Gc0z-brKpSCTHfTxgv4M3z7fV2_/s1200/LW15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivYUzIvR9wUt89lv1XK4KpJMWggqRdshWcqQjn-ZX2oxUujSnJXRE-CdmbRSM-8HqUvgi3OyM8zZ0ojCQKO3nUTf1m_Mo0PPDEKiMekNoTXp3STlYK7Gc0z-brKpSCTHfTxgv4M3z7fV2_/w640-h640/LW15.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">July, 24th, we were invited up to Heber, Utah, to our son, Sean, and daughter-in-law, Mary's home for dinner, celebrate <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pioneer_Day">Pioneer day</a>, and be part of some family pictures they were taking. It was extra fun because we hadn't seen our Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren for a very long time due to Covid. This has been a sad year for a family event. Also, our Grandson, Joseph, was on leave from the Navy, so that was extra special. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had a great time with them during the picture taking. The family dogs were included as part of the photos, which meant some funny moments. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhbRMkWVgqCHJPfra7bBo7WLHs_UZDGfWD8XJKzMf_u0Zjv6jraqRsuk4LECABQ2-F77-_Cq-YgFv0XDwmej7wlGX8d949BOQ55XTyUSQlwCwO5DSlPgfKaZaLLPRy2Y3pbtq5j6QMgNGD/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhbRMkWVgqCHJPfra7bBo7WLHs_UZDGfWD8XJKzMf_u0Zjv6jraqRsuk4LECABQ2-F77-_Cq-YgFv0XDwmej7wlGX8d949BOQ55XTyUSQlwCwO5DSlPgfKaZaLLPRy2Y3pbtq5j6QMgNGD/w640-h640/image.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This is a photo of my dearest Eternal Companion and me on Sunday, July 24. The flowers were a gift from a dear friend. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmyVlCld0SQB1frZbsemP2SG_Z_-sDgzV2EO58t8hDUwmlo7RHqx_Y_akSt_lhjMDQ2m2KG-CCjRIn2quphph7QfloV4bElBfsoYvSHI-6Hp78XjNlLGQjmNkLRFxAhqoA8jc3YfJ_8DDi/s1200/LW21.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmyVlCld0SQB1frZbsemP2SG_Z_-sDgzV2EO58t8hDUwmlo7RHqx_Y_akSt_lhjMDQ2m2KG-CCjRIn2quphph7QfloV4bElBfsoYvSHI-6Hp78XjNlLGQjmNkLRFxAhqoA8jc3YfJ_8DDi/w640-h640/LW21.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">My cherished Granddaughter, Taylor Jo, was getting ready for a horse jumping competition in South Jordan on Saturday, August 7. She came down on this day from Shelley, Idaho. Unfortunately, Roger was working at the Temple that morning and couldn't attend. I was very excited to go and see this event, and I loved every precious moment of the jumps. She did very good and placed 3rd in the competition. She loves horses, and I often feel like she is living my dream. I always wanted to ride horses and be an Annie Oakley. As a young girl, I did get to ride, but not as often as I would have liked. I love that she enjoys being a horsewoman. She is such a joy. Unfortunately, she had to leave for home right after, so it was a short visit. <br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm8PjqX0hHTASTGVXsV5E6qOrWN44q1AyH-VUGGgS5IkGVq6tZlqFQzargiCIp6XgloEzvYKiTMuV7_aiB-y6HZtggaZftSxQR6tG6CVdwquT2sMSsQx1eJ27__Z1KepERsjcgevOLJR5P/s1200/LW12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm8PjqX0hHTASTGVXsV5E6qOrWN44q1AyH-VUGGgS5IkGVq6tZlqFQzargiCIp6XgloEzvYKiTMuV7_aiB-y6HZtggaZftSxQR6tG6CVdwquT2sMSsQx1eJ27__Z1KepERsjcgevOLJR5P/w640-h640/LW12.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have been serving as Stake Relief Society President in our Church. I have had a marvelous Presidency. The four of us are pictured above. One of our responsibilities was to plan one or two Stake activities for all the women in our Stake each year. We designed a big 178th Birthday Celebration on March 17, 2020, to commemorate the women's Relief Society organized in 1842. The program was outstanding. Following the program, we were to have refreshments from that era and butter making, quilting, candle dipping, and doll making.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Unfortunately, due to Covid, it was Counseled. We rescheduled for March 17, 2021, and I had to counsel it again. Finally, we had the tender mercy of being able to hold it on August 24, 2021. It was a fantastic evening and well attended beyond what we anticipated. Many hours and many hands brought this together. Recently, we were released from this assignment after 4 years. This calling has been a huge growing experience for me, and I have learned countless lessons. I love all the sisters in our Stake and have had a wonderful time interrelating with them. My Presidency was made up of stalwart, giving, spiritually motivated women, whom I love with all my heart. We have become very close friends. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi10Surn5-7oWNcROIAb1Dh6AGLP8Qkt3b7RGwkMyipM4PERS87h0WYr6XFgBwQgwSZcYDe8CVzEE1Eq_us2v4w4szFX6E8QkM3JMbIUoH2cv1kOENc-FdUtWZGpz9lnsMUOn2j2UysImr2/s1200/LW17.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi10Surn5-7oWNcROIAb1Dh6AGLP8Qkt3b7RGwkMyipM4PERS87h0WYr6XFgBwQgwSZcYDe8CVzEE1Eq_us2v4w4szFX6E8QkM3JMbIUoH2cv1kOENc-FdUtWZGpz9lnsMUOn2j2UysImr2/w640-h640/LW17.jpg" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Roger and I had a special moment on Saturday, September 4. We were invited to attend the baptism of Caden. When we were serving our mission 4 years ago, we were visiting Caden's family. We got to know them well. At that time, the family was not attending Church. Since then, they are, and Caden's Dad was able to baptize and confirm him a Member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Caden is pictured above with the two missionaries that taught him. I was blessed to be able to give a baptismal message at the service.</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqCRxjwvfAvNyDeJEmpumNj0_1NBFIa18-XD9N4ocXGrfk4N0bUAJCG_4P4wpgRsA5TaflhUGz-gx-rWog-jrscKaMO7RPHJS5bLxilsYncI-c3XfucXSylSARjYhoEwu9OfpVECpTmKAN/s1200/LW16.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqCRxjwvfAvNyDeJEmpumNj0_1NBFIa18-XD9N4ocXGrfk4N0bUAJCG_4P4wpgRsA5TaflhUGz-gx-rWog-jrscKaMO7RPHJS5bLxilsYncI-c3XfucXSylSARjYhoEwu9OfpVECpTmKAN/w640-h640/LW16.jpg" width="640" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My husband and I were called in March to be South Jordan Coordinating Council Just Serve Specialists. We have thus far been involved in two significant initiatives. This one was held on 911 National Day of Service. This was to commemorate the 911 Terrorist attacks in 2001. This was a Statewide Service day, and thousands of individuals, and families within the community, participated in it. There were many and varied projects. The project we did was to clean the Storm drain grate. We cleaned around 40. It rained that day which added to the fun. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">All projects were listed on JustServe, a website where you can find service projects for groups, individuals, and families. Go in on <a href="http://JustServe.org">JustServe.org</a> and find a project, then sign up and Just Serve. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK1vQVUmF8tOhhE7uV31v9q3GPwh1uOTgg7foNvkvRpT7I8sLtVE9Hn399Uwgnzpb53j9KkuDDW4wlmjcq2XbW1YR-MkaUwTOSXHAYokCzZ1Qq2sfncnBTa3K-AxAL8mK1Ty4YGX20AD4i/s1200/LW13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK1vQVUmF8tOhhE7uV31v9q3GPwh1uOTgg7foNvkvRpT7I8sLtVE9Hn399Uwgnzpb53j9KkuDDW4wlmjcq2XbW1YR-MkaUwTOSXHAYokCzZ1Qq2sfncnBTa3K-AxAL8mK1Ty4YGX20AD4i/w640-h640/LW13.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDC5qqonvHLK6FlvVhGXN-Je6DzJCzMFQvI2pGnNXIniocrta6nmmOlcmPzZ8qm7WnzVdoUjp8OyP3-DwFkKeg7QWdF-up0BpydKz2gQlyhInS8WU5k0dM-U8cPidQJPw9LCozxaUjh-4O/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDC5qqonvHLK6FlvVhGXN-Je6DzJCzMFQvI2pGnNXIniocrta6nmmOlcmPzZ8qm7WnzVdoUjp8OyP3-DwFkKeg7QWdF-up0BpydKz2gQlyhInS8WU5k0dM-U8cPidQJPw9LCozxaUjh-4O/w640-h640/image.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">Our 54th Wedding Anniversary this year was on Sunday, June 13. We were unable to have an away moment. We planned later to take a few days and go somewhere. The summer flew by, and finally, we designed a trip to Central Utah in the area where I was born and lived until I was 12. We traveled down to Aurora, Utah, a community of around 600 people, and stayed in an Air B&B. The cozy tiny home was built in 1880 and updated; It had a fun pioneer history.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">We planned to visit a couple of places, but mainly, just relax. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">On Sunday, we attended Church there and loved it. The messages were inspiring, and it was a delightful Sabbath day. We took a drive after Church to look around the countryside. My Dad had 300 acres of farmland in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora,_Utah">Aurora</a> when I was growing up. I remember picking potatoes in the field and spend time playing on the farm. However, I couldn't remember exactly where the farm was located. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The next day, we headed for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richfield,_Utah">Richfield, Utah</a>, where I was born. We went shopping and walking down parts of the main street. I always get lots of memories flooding back when I am there. Afterward, we drove to Sigurd, Utah, where my parents were buried and placed flowers on their graves. It was a tender moment. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">On Tuesday, we got up and made a picnic lunch, and took off for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fish_Lake_%28Utah%29">Fish Lake.</a> As a youth and many times through the years, we have spent time at Fish Lake. It is one of my favorite places to visit. We had a great time there, taking in the scenery and took lots of pictures. It was a nice clear day with a touch of fall in it. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">On the way home, we drove to Salina, Utah, and went to the cemetery to see where my Great Aunt Lucille and Uncle Jack were buried. As a young girl, I spent hours in their home. Next, w</span><span style="font-family: arial;">e had the most giant Sundae ever at the "Top Spot" in Salina.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">This was a fantastic break, and we had a lot of fun.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">These last few months have been hectic for us, and we have had ups and downs with a lot of joy sprinkled in. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I'm hoping that life will settle down just a touch. May you all know I have missed you and plan to be involved in blogging on a more scheduled basis. </span></div><div><br /></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-81444303877667050632021-07-03T14:05:00.007-06:002021-07-03T21:41:19.451-06:00Happy Birthday America; "Our Promise Land"~<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZM6lKM9Se5Hvxm6YNLKQaaMwGV9bFelOxlfsCjVQqYnTcRPjUQSTNg0raYIi1Ts2I1iMQL87g3gUCCeuKko7x-QraPk3JFMPwerB8RmzjidBtHIdt-S0uV0aUv4DQqR8mt4n4i7xGhzPC/s638/47c3620ecfc67312140f6a706700377d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="363" data-original-width="638" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZM6lKM9Se5Hvxm6YNLKQaaMwGV9bFelOxlfsCjVQqYnTcRPjUQSTNg0raYIi1Ts2I1iMQL87g3gUCCeuKko7x-QraPk3JFMPwerB8RmzjidBtHIdt-S0uV0aUv4DQqR8mt4n4i7xGhzPC/w640-h364/47c3620ecfc67312140f6a706700377d.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Each year we have the opportunity on the 4th of July to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy due to courageous men and woman who have fought for our liberty and our pursuit of happiness. We are so blessed to live in this country and we should never take it for granted.</span></p><div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-1173173414320897185" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-4370420079643637770" itemprop="description articleBody" style="line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">In </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm?lang=eng" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The Book of Mormon</span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> the people of that day were blessed to come to the Americas. The Lord covenanted with them that if they would be a righteous nation they would obtain this "promised land" forever. Eventually, this once blessed people became so wicked that they were destroyed to where only a remnant remained. It is a warning for us today as our Nation struggles with so many issues. </span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">In the Book of Mormon in </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/1.5-7?lang=eng#4" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">2 Nephi 1:5-7</span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> it states:</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">5. But, said he, notwithstanding our afflictions, we have obtained a land of promise, a land which is choice above all other lands; a land which the Lord God hath covenant with me should be a land for the inheritance of my seed. Yea, the Lord hath covenanted this land unto me, and to my children forever, and also all those who should be led out of other countries by the hand of the Lord.</span></em></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">6. Wherefore, I, Lehi prophesy according to the workings of the Spirit which is in me, that there shall none come into this land save they shall be brought by the hand of the Lord.</span></em></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">7. Wherefore, this land is consecrated unto him whom he shall bring.</span></em></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> And if it so be that they shall serve him according to the commandments which he hath given, it shall be a land of liberty unto them; wherefore, they shall never be brought down into captivity; if so, it shall be because of iniquity; for if iniquity shall abound cursed shall be the land for their sakes, but unto the righteous it shall be blessed forever.</span></em><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">This is our promise land today. However, as in the time of the Nephites our nation is dwindling in unbelief.</span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">As found in the Book of Mormon in </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/hel/11.24-27?lang=eng#23" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Helaman 11:24-27 </span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">we find the following:</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><em>24. A certain number of the dissenters from the people of Nephi who had some years before gone over unto the Lamanites, and taken upon themselves the name of the Lamanites and also a certain number who were real descendants of the Lamanites, being stirred up to anger by them, or by those dissenters, therefore they commenced a war with their brethren.<br />26. And thus in time, yea, even in the space of not many years, they became an exceedingly great band of robbers; and they did search out all the secret plans of Gadianton; and thus they became robbers of Gadianton.<br />27. Now behold, these robbers did make great havoc, yea, even great destruction among the people of Nephi, and also among the people of the Lamanites.</em></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The "Gadianton robbers" of today, with their secret combinations, are seen among the gangs, organized crime, and perhaps even within our present day financial, government, and political arenas. Our nation is no longer a God fearing nation. Many do not profess to believe in a God thus Evil abounds and Satan reigns.</span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We need a Moroni of today. In their day in </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/hel/11.24-27?lang=eng#23" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Alma 43:45</span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">;<em> Nevertheless, the Nephites were inspired by a better cause, for they were not fighting for monarchy nor power but they were fighting for their homes and their liberties, their wives and their children, and their all, yea, for their rites of worship and their church.</em></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEA6ztwisgXSXy18Jo_RBw9zaWQKrjVNe_QMxXBCCrab1Dl9o2dLH13JSejg7ZQ66UAcJzGSkt3p-EVGKzzWKyPNCEt83KV9dUuP4kbHbkp6U6Cv-kGx41_6n8VKqvztvw4v8PZbsQsGM/s1600/ArtBook__079_079__CaptainMoroniRaisesTheTitleOfLiberty_Sm___.jpg" style="color: #cc6611; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEA6ztwisgXSXy18Jo_RBw9zaWQKrjVNe_QMxXBCCrab1Dl9o2dLH13JSejg7ZQ66UAcJzGSkt3p-EVGKzzWKyPNCEt83KV9dUuP4kbHbkp6U6Cv-kGx41_6n8VKqvztvw4v8PZbsQsGM/w482-h640/ArtBook__079_079__CaptainMoroniRaisesTheTitleOfLiberty_Sm___.jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="482" /></span></a></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Moroni came forward to lead his people, as stated in </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/alma/26.12-20?lang=eng#11" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Alma 46:12-20</span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">:</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">12.And it came to pass that he rent his coat; and he took a piece thereof, and wrote upon it- In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children - and he fastened it upon the end of pole.<br />13. And he fastened it onto his head plate, and his breastplate, and his shields, and girded on his armor about his loins; and he took the pole, which had on the end thereof his rent coat, (and he called it the Title of Liberty) and he bowed himself to the earth, and he prayed mightily unto his God for the blessings of liberty to rest upon his brethren, so long as there should be band of Christians remain to possess the land.<br />16. And therefore, at this time, Moroni prayed that the cause of the Christians, and the freedom of the land might be favored.<br />17. And it came to pass that when he had poured out his soul to God, he named all the land which was south of the land Desolation, yea, and in fine, all the land, both on the north and on the south - a chosen land, and the land of liberty.<br />19. And when Moroni had said these words, he went forth among the people, waving the rent part of his garment in the air, that all might see the writing which he had written up on the rent part, and crying with a loud voice saying:</span></em><br /><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">20. Behold, whosoever will maintain this title upon the land, let them come forth in the strength of the Lord, and enter into a covenant that they will maintain their rights, and their religion, that the Lord God may bless them.</span></em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKXShrEl2oPXkhNqv6jnrTbXMM7Kwj2u-CmeYM6_LFg2Zw-N4Jfe-FWf0EqQgAt8nUMTgFvuiA4esSgL8aXfUwanOijtxnmfPOMHWWzBbnUPwrTHxGZ-tndJ9nFOg8uTBBkbJFIYrE3Ws/s1600/Flag.jpg" style="color: #cc6611; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><img border="0" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKXShrEl2oPXkhNqv6jnrTbXMM7Kwj2u-CmeYM6_LFg2Zw-N4Jfe-FWf0EqQgAt8nUMTgFvuiA4esSgL8aXfUwanOijtxnmfPOMHWWzBbnUPwrTHxGZ-tndJ9nFOg8uTBBkbJFIYrE3Ws/s400/Flag.jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="400" /></span></a></div></div></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="post-body entry-content" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div class="post-body entry-content" itemprop="description articleBody" style="line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;">Repost 2013</span></div></div></div></blockquote></blockquote><div class="post-body entry-content" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div class="post-body entry-content" itemprop="description articleBody" style="line-height: 1.4; position: relative; width: 630px;"><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We have a Title of Liberty in our American Flag today. May it always fly over a free land. The last verse in our </span><a href="http://www.lds.org/music/library/hymns/the-star-spangled-banner?lang=eng" style="color: #cc6611; text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">National Anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner</span></a><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">" declares it to all:</span><br /><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span></em><br /><em><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Oh, thus be it ever when free men shall stand,<br />Between their loved homes and the war's desolation;<br />Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the heav'n-rescued land<br />Praise the Power that has made and preserved us as a nation.<br />Then conquer we must, when our cause is just,<br />And this be our motto: "In God is our trust";<br />And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave<br />O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.</span></em><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span><br /><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">May each of us pray for this great land to remain the home of the free and the land of the brave and our motto must always be: "In God We Trust."</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Here is a video to share~</span> </div></div><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rKsW6c_CgFY?rel=0" width="560"></iframe></span></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-39202324857429441502021-06-13T08:08:00.000-06:002021-06-13T08:08:32.222-06:00Celebrating 54 Spectacular Years ~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc5fS-ObIS8huo3jl7lXS77Zy-XKQionlHy4nxwNxQ0uWNn7auADGMVq2r88I7bcIRGa1TppyWgtdttiLx18DCZ-ASDebHl7b1NntINBPifeoYcqTbOzjs8yIfbsVW9AOz_t3_T0zEWLeD/s640/Blog12.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="328" data-original-width="640" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc5fS-ObIS8huo3jl7lXS77Zy-XKQionlHy4nxwNxQ0uWNn7auADGMVq2r88I7bcIRGa1TppyWgtdttiLx18DCZ-ASDebHl7b1NntINBPifeoYcqTbOzjs8yIfbsVW9AOz_t3_T0zEWLeD/w640-h328/Blog12.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <span style="font-family: verdana;">My Eternal Companion and I are celebrating our 54th Wedding anniversary. I remember well 54 years ago, kneeling at the Altar and being sealed for Time and all Eternity in the beautiful Salt Lake Tempel to this marvelous man. Our years together have brought many growth moments. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">We have known each other for 61 years and started our romance as Juniors in High School. We attended the first year of college at the University of Utah, and then he left on a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for 2 years in Northern California. It was a wonderful two years, yet hard to be away from each other. Meanwhile, I finished a degree in Nursing at BYU and graduated in May of 1967. We were married on June 13th. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">He then continued on at the University of Utah, graduating with a Pharmacy degree in 1974. We have lived in several states through the years and had outstanding opportunities in our professions and church opportunities. We have lived in Utah, California, Nevada, and Washington. In each area, we cultivated many friendships that will be eternal. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">During those tender years of living in different states and changing jobs and etc. We had 6 children. I was blessed to be able to be a full-time mother most of that time. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">We now live in South Jordan, Utah. We presently have a posterity of 12 children, including spouses, 38 Grandchildren, including our married ones, plus 5 Great Grandchildren for a total posterity of 55. We love each of these precious children with all our hearts and feel privileged that they are ours. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Our years have been filled with many difficulties that are all part of our mortal life, which have helped stretch us and strengthen our bond together and our love for our Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Just a few thoughts on my beloved. This man is incredible in so many ways. I could write a book just about him. He has been our strength and is a man filled with deep wisdom brought about through hard moments and a Christlike nature. He has been an example of faith in all things. When difficult times have come, especially health issues, he has always been positive and showed forth great faith in Heavenly Father's plan for him and us. He honors his priesthood and has given countless blessings to our posterity and others. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">He has been a righteous father and has worked very hard to provide well for his family. He is a spiritual man with deep insight into the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His children come to him often for blessings and counsel. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">He is a loving man who has been completely devoted to my well-being and continues to serve and love me in many ways. I feel always cherished by him. We both have deep testimonies of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We know that we have made eternal covenants that are binding and beautiful. We strive to live those covenants and be good disciples of Jesus Christ. We are far from perfect, but we believe in the gift of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, which includes repentance, forgiveness, love, and so much more. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Our greatest love is the temple. We committed early in our marriage to make the Savior the center of our lives and attend the temple a priority. We love to serve and have had many opportunities to do so. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">We have had some outstanding opportunities of serving in our wards and stakes through the years. These have helped us grow in many different ways. We have served 4 missions together, which has been a highlight in our lives. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">As we grow, older life is good and precious to us. We are grateful for these fantastic 54 years we have had and pray for many more. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Happy Anniversary to my Roger; you are my Eternal Love. I look forward to loving you forever!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p><br /></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-10194956493782295672021-05-21T18:57:00.001-06:002021-05-21T18:57:53.624-06:00My Quest For Joy <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwYF_oZQzybwxNdcdOFGnOgG7fNZ_saySNUAFa13-LtfW6XDREq0-yZyIJZwXwbPrN3CWHncX4ErdvioO4A4ur5LoN4zTPN7kAiNdFy2X4XozbMPfwAUMauBGbHnrbKWbt_bJTZ8_UvKv/s400/Picture1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="265" data-original-width="400" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwYF_oZQzybwxNdcdOFGnOgG7fNZ_saySNUAFa13-LtfW6XDREq0-yZyIJZwXwbPrN3CWHncX4ErdvioO4A4ur5LoN4zTPN7kAiNdFy2X4XozbMPfwAUMauBGbHnrbKWbt_bJTZ8_UvKv/w640-h424/Picture1.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-align: left;">I think we all find ourselves surrounded by
negative influences. We watch the news, which is full of stories of violence,
political upheavals, adverse weather, terrorist attacks, and overall
negativity. Lately, it has been all about the pandemic. I would dare say that there is not one person that doesn't have
some kind of struggle in their personal lives right now. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Where do we find the peace and joy that we
seek? I would guess this is a universal question. Perhaps it depends on what
we choose each day to think about and do. Are we pursuing positive news,
positive goals, and positive actions? <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A very great man who was our Prophet, President
Gordon B. Hinckley often spoke about finding joy and happiness in our lives. I
thought today my quest for in my pursuit of joy, that I might share with you some of his
priceless thoughts on happiness. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDRcITISmqIvuBD7S1PB1TH7wBUiSq_JRE-Y3evfMj0Jy9i0TSFIxC4FBiYkhv9fkrGH1OmyvIR7e96ZljIpCt7OdMM4BZGlcp3hqzNu-pw_gVPA73fcu7GUy1Ozkv1jSyIF1O5KOEuFnD/s400/Picture3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="260" data-original-width="400" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDRcITISmqIvuBD7S1PB1TH7wBUiSq_JRE-Y3evfMj0Jy9i0TSFIxC4FBiYkhv9fkrGH1OmyvIR7e96ZljIpCt7OdMM4BZGlcp3hqzNu-pw_gVPA73fcu7GUy1Ozkv1jSyIF1O5KOEuFnD/w640-h416/Picture3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 1. </span><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“In all of living, have much fun and laughter.
Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 2. “Generally
speaking, the most miserable people I know are those who are obsessed with
themselves; the happiest people I know are those who lose themselves in the
service of others...By and large, I have come to see that if we complain about
life, it is because we are thinking only of ourselves.”</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 3. “Cultivate an attitude of happiness. Cultivate a spirit of optimism. Walk with faith,
rejoicing in the beauties of nature, in the goodness of those you love, in the
testimony which you carry in your heart concerning things divine.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 4. “Don’t be
gloomy. Do not dwell on unkind things. Stop seeking out the storms and enjoy
more fully the sunlight. Even if you are not happy, put a smile on your face.
‘Accentuate the positive.’ Look a little deeper for good. Go forward in
life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, with a great and strong
purpose in your heart. Love life.”</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 5. “Be believing,
be happy, don't get discouraged. Things will work out.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 6. “Let us be
happy people. The Lord's plan is a plan of happiness. The way will be lighter,
the worries will be fewer, the confrontations will be less difficult if we
cultivate a spirit of happiness.”</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 7. “You can be
smart and happy or stupid and miserable. . . it's your choice” I have to
add that this is one of my favorite quotes from him. It is our choice. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 8. "Happy is the
man who can brush aside the offending remarks of another and go on his
way.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 9. “God bless
you, my beloved sisters, who stand as the queens in your home, that you may be
happy with that happiness which comes of the knowledge that you are loved and
honored and treasured.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">10. “We've got to
have a little humor in our lives. You had better take seriously that which
should be taken seriously, but, at the same time, we can bring in a touch of
humor now and again. If the time ever comes when we can’t smile at ourselves,
it will be a sad time.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">11. </span><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“In my ninety-plus years, I have learned a
secret. I have learned that when good men and good women face challenges with
optimism, things will always work out! Truly, things always work out! Despite
how difficult circumstances may look at the moment, those who have faith and
move forward with a happy spirit will find that things always work out.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">12. “Go forward in life
with a smile on your face, a sparkle in your eyes, and with a great and strong
purpose in your heart. The best things in life are the people in your life, the
moments we live, and memories we made along the way.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">13. “The way of the Lord
is the way of happiness. ‘Wickedness never was happiness. Transgression never
was happiness. Sin never was happiness. Disobedience never was happiness. The
way of happiness is following the way of the Lord. I believe this with all my
heart.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">14. “The gospel is a
thing of joy. It provides us with a reason for gladness. Of course, there is
sorrow. Of course, there are hours of concern and anxiety. We all worry. But the
Lord has told us to lift our hearts and rejoice.” </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_SkJYyTb9wsPgPN2D-XfmEDiWZTIoaHWfG_10FVJ6sQJS0XcI1xqIqpE_MvUHLmLOMxTQUVlDBSL0eD6DG0nM9JejIsjjxqblcaQqGnRhF9MljAH7dIUE9L1Bqleu_F_cMqgE0WyZzvtx/s400/Picture2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_SkJYyTb9wsPgPN2D-XfmEDiWZTIoaHWfG_10FVJ6sQJS0XcI1xqIqpE_MvUHLmLOMxTQUVlDBSL0eD6DG0nM9JejIsjjxqblcaQqGnRhF9MljAH7dIUE9L1Bqleu_F_cMqgE0WyZzvtx/w640-h640/Picture2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-align: left;"> In ending these thoughts
is a final quote from this beloved Prophet, President Gordon B. Hinckley: </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; text-align: left;">“What I am suggesting is that
each of us turns from the negativism that permeates our society and looks for the
remarkable good among those with whom we associate, that we speak of one
another’s virtues more than we speak of one another’s faults, that optimism
replace pessimism, that our faith exceeds our fears. When I was a young man and
was prone to speak critically, my father would say: “Cynics do not contribute,
skeptics do not create, doubters do not achieve.” </span></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I am challenging myself and those of you that read this to look for joy every day. Seek out the sunshine and leave the clouds behind. A favorite
scripture of mine is found in the </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="https://www.lds.org/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/2.25?lang=eng#24"><span style="background: white; color: #cc6611; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Book of Mormon; 2 Nephi 2:25</span></a></span><span style="background: white; color: #181818; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">: ".....men are, that
they might have joy."</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-65042866923424885352021-05-08T19:34:00.003-06:002021-05-08T19:34:55.265-06:00A Day To Celebrate Mothers ~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCjUWLIBQfaM6O6OFNZ6bW38unZvSHAQk0eVXZF62MXp3hz9_OJjJW32cp4E-vVnmQaan-b-bJiCN1doY3xpzd3__ayIUEpSLQ_I-4lRbvUSw4t8rdZghsK-yKwO5jiCqCyPRXsAeB6qRo/s350/5f8b695214433fd0ec9a75c52c7dc949.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="350" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCjUWLIBQfaM6O6OFNZ6bW38unZvSHAQk0eVXZF62MXp3hz9_OJjJW32cp4E-vVnmQaan-b-bJiCN1doY3xpzd3__ayIUEpSLQ_I-4lRbvUSw4t8rdZghsK-yKwO5jiCqCyPRXsAeB6qRo/w640-h640/5f8b695214433fd0ec9a75c52c7dc949.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"> Mother's Day, to me, is touched with emotion. It is a day to celebrate, but I didn't always feel that way for many years. I was hard on myself, thinking that I had to be the perfect mother, and in trying to do so, I felt I failed. As I had children, I felt like the mother who doesn't want to let their child out of sight. I was there, desiring to help them through every step of navigating the different stages of life. I found out soon that with 6 children, I couldn't keep up with the expectation all the time. My children had the agency to make choices, and it was my responsibility to teach them and then pray and hope that when they were on their own, they would make those right choices. As you probably know, children don't always do that. They push the boundaries and want to do it themselves. If they didn't do it right, then, of course, I took it personally. I wasn't the mother I thought I should be. Therefore for </span><span style="font-family: arial;">many years, receiving those flowers in church on Mother's Day was sometimes difficult. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Slowly, as the years have gone by, I have found peace in knowing that I loved my children with all my heart and that I did try to be the best Mom I could be. I wasn't perfect, and I haven't raised perfect children either. I feel that my husband and I have raised some remarkable children trying hard to stay on the <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/covenant?lang=eng">covenant path</a>; that brings peace to my soul. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">As my understanding of the love our <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/god-the-father?lang=eng">Heavenly Father</a> has for each of us and how the Savior through His <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/atonement-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng">atonement</a> provides the way for us all to return to them through his <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/grace?lang=eng">mercy and grace</a>, we can keep trying and overcoming and being better than we think we can. We can seek forgiveness for those rare moments when maybe we didn't handle the situation right. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Some motherhood thoughts of wisdom learned: </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I think it is important to understand that we have Heavenly Parents. As spirit children, I feel that we spent a great deal of time learning from our Heavenly Parents about our turn on earth in the Pre-mortal life. Perhaps in this existence, we spent a lot of time sitting at the feet of our<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics-essays/mother-in-heaven?lang=eng"> Heavenly Mother</a>. I feel that we also walked, talked, and were loved by our E<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/introduction-to-family-history-student-manual/chapter-1?lang=eng">lder Brother Jesus Christ</a>. We were taught well. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">As we each have come down to this earth, we pass through a veil into our mortal life. We can't remember what that spirit life was like. We came to gain a body and then be tested to see if we would do all things we had learned about before that we now can't remember. Earth life is a giant adventure in learning. All of us are in different stages of learning. Knowing about that perfect plan of our Heavenly Father is very important to find out. This plan is perfect and can tell us how to return to the presence of our Heavenly Parents and Savior, Jesus Christ. This plan is called the Plan of Salvation or the Plan of Happiness. <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/plan-of-salvation?lang=eng">You can read more about his plan here!</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">When I was a young mother, I read many books on how to raise children. I felt like there wasn't a perfect manual for raising children. I then gained a testimony of "<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe/book-of-mormon/marriage-family-book-of-mormon">The Book of Mormon." </a>I now know it is the prime child-rearing book. If you study the pages and learn the stories, they are there to teach you how to work with your children. It is amazing all the questions that can be answered within the pages. This precious book starts with a rather imperfect family where great lessons are learned. There are great Bible stories to help you teach principles too. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Being able to keel in <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/prayer?lang=eng">prayer</a> to your Heavenly Father is key to learning how to be a good Mom. Learn to kneel often, especially when frustrated, impatient, worried, concerned, and for answers to questions, you may have. When you feel like this, kneel and pray. I promise you will feel a spirit of peace come over you, and thoughts will come into your mind on how to handle a difficult situation. Utilize prayer as the key to the spirit helping you with your parenting. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">One important way to succeed in having a good parent relationship with your spouse to help one parent. This means supporting the decisions made by each of you. How I love the strength my husband was as a father and support to me as a mother. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Finally, never give up on yourself. Always remember that being a mother allows you to learn and become more Christ-like yourself. It doesn't happen overnight. Be patient with yourself in your mothering. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Finally, you will never stop being a parent and having those feelings of frustration in raising your children. Even now, as a parent of adult children who is raising their own, you have the blessing of watching them learn and grow through the experiences of parenthood. Now you must exercise great patience in letting them make their own mistakes unless they ask for help. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">So tomorrow, wherever you might be with family or not, enjoy your day knowing that you did or are doing the best you can. Get rid of the negative feelings because we are here for the very purpose of learning how to love and care for one another. This all takes patients, trust, faith, learning, and time. Our Heavenly Parents and even our earthly parents are here or near for the very purpose of helping us find the way back to them.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Always remember, "You Are Enough."</span></div><div> </div>
<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" src="//players.brightcove.net/1241706627001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6029097841001"></iframe>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-38625541728885519512021-04-02T23:30:00.001-06:002021-04-02T23:32:09.514-06:00Easter Blessings & Family Moments!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPENXefu7tQBWLq78ThLnOSCLaJGkxTZdc-OcpfwwTN3XmaquV1WmktZGOlWOv_82Nej3-U-RPKQGqbM7M0zG5MR0_91wQfcmDVFuy6Dj4hq7spKCvM52kz8JgFMLVFI1o7pnK9xeKphcG/s2048/12719567_10205731255826834_6919297652261259782_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPENXefu7tQBWLq78ThLnOSCLaJGkxTZdc-OcpfwwTN3XmaquV1WmktZGOlWOv_82Nej3-U-RPKQGqbM7M0zG5MR0_91wQfcmDVFuy6Dj4hq7spKCvM52kz8JgFMLVFI1o7pnK9xeKphcG/w640-h640/12719567_10205731255826834_6919297652261259782_o.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/easter-2021" style="text-align: left;">ComeUntoChrist.org </a><span style="text-align: left;">- Come feel of Jesus Christ's love for you. He can help you find true Joy. Learn from His teachings, and Worship with us. </span></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">This Easter Weekend is <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints General Conference.</a> Starting on Saturday, April 3rd, and Sunday, April 4th, you can view this conference on TV and watch our living Prophet, <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng">President Russell M. Nelson,</a> the <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/1996/11/the-twelve-apostles?lang=eng">12 Apostles,</a> and other church leaders speak to us of Christ and others' messages for our day. Here we learn of hope, faith, and how to come unto Christ, Learn of Him, Obey Him and Hear Him. <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/broadcasts?lang=eng&video=13911117000035352631&mode=watch">Here </a>is how you can participate in this grand moment. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we welcome all to join us in learning of our Savior's infinite atonement. His walk to Gethsemane, his trial, his suffering on Calvary, and His Glorious Resurrection. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">His Three Day Gift - <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/atonement-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng">The Atonement of Jesus Christ </a>is the greatest gift of Hope and Healing. We experience great moments of joy when those searching for truth recognize how the Atonement can bless their lives. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> President Thomas S. Monson stated, "Oh sweet the joy this sentence gives, I know that my Redeemer lives. May the whole world know it and live by that knowledge, I humbly pray." I, too, know that my Redeemer lives.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus Christ took upon himself the Sins of the World. No one can understand what he went through, but our Savior did this for each and every one of us. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve apostles made this profound statement: "The Savior has suffered not just for our iniquities but also for the inequality, the unfairness, the pain, the anguish, and the emotional distresses that so frequently beset us. There is no physical pain, no anguish of soul, no suffering of spirit, no infirmity or weakness that you or I ever experience during our mortal journey that the Savior did not experience first. You and I, in a moment of weakness, may cry out, "No one understands, No one knows." No human being perhaps knows. But the Son of God perfectly knows and understands, for He felt and bore our burdens before we ever did. And because He paid the ultimate price and bore that burden, He has perfect empathy and can extend to us His arm of mercy in so many phases of our life. He can reach out, touch, succor-literally run to us and strengthen us to be more than we could ever be and help us do that we could never. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Wishing you all a very Joyful Easter Celebration! </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Here is an Easter Message by our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bACX8BXHuEs" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-bTZgwmfoYUp47sKmHy3pOqrQeFJ3wa-CnvOcEFCGqFUSWVzko3eJumDwBkYViY8VWHACB4ns1l6v2ywhEy8fNLfnwAGbhB5K6CMDtwmE_JwSQ8PaREdYNUWE4XHnSwC-rpFTN6rdQnJT/s1600/Sariah+-+Wedding+March+6th+.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-bTZgwmfoYUp47sKmHy3pOqrQeFJ3wa-CnvOcEFCGqFUSWVzko3eJumDwBkYViY8VWHACB4ns1l6v2ywhEy8fNLfnwAGbhB5K6CMDtwmE_JwSQ8PaREdYNUWE4XHnSwC-rpFTN6rdQnJT/w640-h480/Sariah+-+Wedding+March+6th+.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcnwaU-Dyr0Th2QAprVmvyIIbxoyzSB_GlggpBfPARq4AMys8-T6on95HSn4kIa_hjSl-0_H0uycsfUvQtVj4PXnyj5p7TUwhVQM5W_x0wN79FF-hRI3j1xWfEHZfWhkR7zq3nzv64PoXe/s1600/Sariah+Wedding+2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcnwaU-Dyr0Th2QAprVmvyIIbxoyzSB_GlggpBfPARq4AMys8-T6on95HSn4kIa_hjSl-0_H0uycsfUvQtVj4PXnyj5p7TUwhVQM5W_x0wN79FF-hRI3j1xWfEHZfWhkR7zq3nzv64PoXe/w640-h480/Sariah+Wedding+2.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="text-align: center;">March 5th & 6th -</div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: arial; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">We have had a whirlwind of activity, starting with our Granddaughter Sariah and Alex’s reception on Friday, March 5th. They were married in the South Jordan Temple on Saturday, March 6th, followed by a luncheon. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: arial; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"> We felt so blessed to have most of our children there and some Grandchildren too. It’s been so long since seeing many of them. We tried social distance and masks. I did need hugs! </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">March 6th - </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Family moments are the best! We had a few moments in the afternoon with the children and grandchildren that came for the reception. I'm sad I did not take more photos. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi46DeQF5MPdyXaYEIC6JvM1AUrfzRZf_RQXyIAPWDNhFoPpXCH3-Jm-yHsdLe6CdJRQ9SxEXPHEoBAkJCW8I4vR2d1jDo-NK53_MeolZ3NdtwLX98typgRHUGXCsntipY961bvNzTPFF8j/s1600/Family+moment+SW.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi46DeQF5MPdyXaYEIC6JvM1AUrfzRZf_RQXyIAPWDNhFoPpXCH3-Jm-yHsdLe6CdJRQ9SxEXPHEoBAkJCW8I4vR2d1jDo-NK53_MeolZ3NdtwLX98typgRHUGXCsntipY961bvNzTPFF8j/w640-h480/Family+moment+SW.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaXtpo0NpX7gJcBO0MH0dX2RQjk2krk9EHHI9hpIFyxEUx5I7-aUyBDDFWw34Vz5l04V5AIvNwt0kOT-EEICoadOt0eKCQG-fIXEY1BoHKAeSgYPehdk8qhUlEaCvhYyslGJU6P2AZKel/s1600/Sean+surgery.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaXtpo0NpX7gJcBO0MH0dX2RQjk2krk9EHHI9hpIFyxEUx5I7-aUyBDDFWw34Vz5l04V5AIvNwt0kOT-EEICoadOt0eKCQG-fIXEY1BoHKAeSgYPehdk8qhUlEaCvhYyslGJU6P2AZKel/w640-h480/Sean+surgery.png" width="640" /></a><span style="text-align: left;">March 14th & 15th-_</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Our oldest Son Sean asked us to come up for Heber and break our fast with them. Our family had a fast and prayer for my son. On Monday the 15th, he was scheduled at Huntsman Cancer Center for surgery for Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Neck. He requested to have his Dad give him a priesthood blessing on Sunday the 14th. Jackson, our grandson, joined in with giving the blessing. The blessing was reassuring. I knew that Sean would be Ok and that they would get all of cancer. The surgeon said they had to go deeper than planned but felt confident they could get it all. Part of the tumor was around one of the nerves, so they had to take that. He is doing well. He has some numbness but can use his arm and hand, so that is a big blessing. The main nerve was saved. I do believe in Priesthood miracles, and that was one. </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBX6TssSNxCCPFtNOQHH2L1LmmYlOKu22G06dEfBd1odM6vNQ2erWP0SISj-3AqsCUYy37d5fviPHrGXE01ZZ8_JPyJDpP5hi1oIPClBT8VOd0ARJZRq8jwSS6FhCmjj_XBEeyirWxYaJY/s1600/Feed+Utah+Drive+.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBX6TssSNxCCPFtNOQHH2L1LmmYlOKu22G06dEfBd1odM6vNQ2erWP0SISj-3AqsCUYy37d5fviPHrGXE01ZZ8_JPyJDpP5hi1oIPClBT8VOd0ARJZRq8jwSS6FhCmjj_XBEeyirWxYaJY/w640-h480/Feed+Utah+Drive+.png" width="640" /></span></a></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">March 21st - </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">This morning was a sweet one. Roger and I had the opportunity to be site Captains for the Feed Utah Drive through <span><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/justserve?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZV-7LmqHjGhmoic-ZD6jmjxA11dlvHiRFZyIBCo7yzosLtZFioQn4tEoSBtazqENV6HEyOF12tXjVS7-nquWtkT5cLJBC_wn7j77rgOvLAkE6l2aEx8yZWmDMACO91UNIc&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#JustServe</a></span>. We were a little apprehensive due to weather concerns. We wondered if the volunteers would show up, protect the totes, and direct traffic. </span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">After praying and especially for the bad weather to hold off for a few hours, the day for us started at 7:30 am. More than enough youth volunteers showed up. Once the traffic started, it didn’t stop until the last tote was filled to the top. There were 50 of them. </span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">The miracle happened only a few sprinkles during the loading of totes. The big rain/snow storm didn’t come as predicted; I’m sure it was the answer to mighty prayer by many. A few tears were shed today! This was a tender mercy from the Lord!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujU5zn7_KVMtBLwQEEzJxt6Uo8xTmN2JNVf_6cWRfxQdiro2VzFv7NDe04dx3scgWddArAeK7zIdEMg7b1QHNCtUdB5bZYpyhx_L8YjgoQCKNplGntHFjAAV6CKIOSWv6Z7vlIaNbfwEx/s1600/Alyssa+BD+1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujU5zn7_KVMtBLwQEEzJxt6Uo8xTmN2JNVf_6cWRfxQdiro2VzFv7NDe04dx3scgWddArAeK7zIdEMg7b1QHNCtUdB5bZYpyhx_L8YjgoQCKNplGntHFjAAV6CKIOSWv6Z7vlIaNbfwEx/w640-h480/Alyssa+BD+1.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">March 22nd - </span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had such a good time celebrating our Granddaughter Alyssa's birthday; she turned 17 years old. She is such a dear granddaughter, and it is hard to believe she now 17 years old. It was fun to be with them all. We could finally hug them and not wear our masks. It felt so good to be with our family for her birthday celebration. </span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQV91CmwiyIXFJQokyENILABBL8BHXpOyShuZ2RYSj0KWWzs4VgG6wZ3BNxJZBt_okR-q8XTGDvlv7cdkYd7Fy-Qn1C8xzyGwVXQzPpZ6sDJvIZNpEDAfis8J_4acmDtcoGzQFNErhaDre/s1600/Travis+and+family+.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQV91CmwiyIXFJQokyENILABBL8BHXpOyShuZ2RYSj0KWWzs4VgG6wZ3BNxJZBt_okR-q8XTGDvlv7cdkYd7Fy-Qn1C8xzyGwVXQzPpZ6sDJvIZNpEDAfis8J_4acmDtcoGzQFNErhaDre/w640-h480/Travis+and+family+.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">March 28th - </span></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Our 2nd oldest son Travis and Amanda, came down for the weekend. It was so fun to have a few moments with them. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Back Row Left - Ryley and Amanda, Travis with Layton, Kason and Haven, newlyweds, Austin and Shamra, Roger and LeAnn - We haven't seen this family as much the past year due to Covid. It was so sweet to see them and have hugs! </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglte15T0oCGiwycd5nuYbcOaud8niZV5_S2Nn1VXUE8kNYNC5cxtc6rwrc0okrBmu-LUb9ydWq6O8ttWJvdBLn5xeXAHF56VvJJawbRu0Ac_9dVmXuZ4MAyEJENOKtN-oDNwUD7VSiyWGX/s547/easter-pictures-resurrection-mary-magdalene-1242543-gallery.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="447" data-original-width="547" height="522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglte15T0oCGiwycd5nuYbcOaud8niZV5_S2Nn1VXUE8kNYNC5cxtc6rwrc0okrBmu-LUb9ydWq6O8ttWJvdBLn5xeXAHF56VvJJawbRu0Ac_9dVmXuZ4MAyEJENOKtN-oDNwUD7VSiyWGX/w640-h522/easter-pictures-resurrection-mary-magdalene-1242543-gallery.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>HE HAS RISEN-</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Take a moment and watch the following video - Hallelujah by two sisters - It's a beautiful Easter version. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><a href="https://youtu.be/DEufdZrW0ss">https://youtu.be/DEufdZrW0ss</a></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-25465374866681493722021-02-25T20:59:00.004-07:002021-04-02T17:42:38.732-06:00Faith In The Family ~<p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" dir="rtl" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOibaYk8RFcueE-M8yKXd9Us32ru6q_8_Bs6IXKrm7pYHicFJEZWtv4wUc8LzeY3PmL_DL-6Jb_Wpj-pY04_DceOOW1AGy0BcBxBKWh3QlIIzwFY49BECJ9epzI4yLwM9SDgAYJa_HAnzy/s2804/untitled-300-Pano-Edit.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1121" data-original-width="2804" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOibaYk8RFcueE-M8yKXd9Us32ru6q_8_Bs6IXKrm7pYHicFJEZWtv4wUc8LzeY3PmL_DL-6Jb_Wpj-pY04_DceOOW1AGy0BcBxBKWh3QlIIzwFY49BECJ9epzI4yLwM9SDgAYJa_HAnzy/w640-h256/untitled-300-Pano-Edit.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Our entire family except for one additional Great Granddaughter and those who have joined our family through marriage as new grandchildren to us. </b></span></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Today, I have been thinking about my family, both my own parents and brothers. I suppose the reason my thoughts turn to them often is that they are no longer here with me. Today is my oldest brother Mac's birthday. I hope that in the Spirit world, they still celebrate birthdays. Since my parents, my brother John and my brother Mac, and his dear wife Amparo, along with grandparents and other ancestors, it could be a spectacular birthday celebration. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwnODcVRqsAeqYIbha8OtieURbDy6GWMetwsocyGlhC_VbVB7-vplJjTsNBGDxOrvlsROspGCse45r4j0lou7r8MasdsFyucdo49MmWTwQzI4oqUyyYz-F_b6HpkdKfK-xqnKJ1B_i6CqG/s334/1EA2DB75.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="220" data-original-width="334" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwnODcVRqsAeqYIbha8OtieURbDy6GWMetwsocyGlhC_VbVB7-vplJjTsNBGDxOrvlsROspGCse45r4j0lou7r8MasdsFyucdo49MmWTwQzI4oqUyyYz-F_b6HpkdKfK-xqnKJ1B_i6CqG/w400-h264/1EA2DB75.webp" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">My family - My husband Roger and I, my parents, Millan and Leone, my oldest brother Mac and Amparo, and my Sister in law, Gloria, and brother John. </span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif">My dear husband and I are parents of Six married
children, which means twelve children to me,</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif"> and then thirty-two grandchildren.
We have five Grandchildren married, so we have added five
more Grandchildren in-law and one more next week. Wow, that means thirty-eight</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif">total. Then we have five precious
great-grandchildren. Although we haven't been able to be with any of them
very much due to Covid, when we do have a moment; we relish it. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif">This coming week our Granddaughter, Sariah, is
getting married to Alex in the Jordan River Temple on March 2nd. They have a
reception planned the night before. We are feeling blessed that three of our
sons and daughters-in-law and our two daughters and sons-in-laws will be here
for that occasion. There will be various grandchildren that will be here too. I
can hardly wait. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif">In our faith, family comes first. Here are just
a few reasons why! Here is the link to this list as found at <a href="https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/6365502408895918646/2546537486668149372"><span style="color: blue;">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. </span></a><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p><b style="color: #333331; font-family: arial;">What is the purpose of a family?</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333331; font-family: arial;">Families are central to God’s plan for His children. They are the fundamental building block of strong societies. Families are where we can feel love and learn how to love others. Life is tough, and we need people we can lean on. Home is a safe haven where we can get love, advice, and support.<br /></span></p></div></div><div class="heading_heading layout_layout layout_outer layout_separate-1-64px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="heading" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333331; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-separate-1); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;">The Family: A Proclamation to the World</span></h3></div></div><div class="content-block_contentBlock typography_body content-block_left layout_layout layout_outer layout_unite-3-16px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="content-block" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333331; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-unite-3); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">In 1995, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released an official statement about </span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">the importance of families. The document outlines the responsibilities of fathers and mothers </span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">and addresses key topics such as marriage, parenting, and etc. Read </span><span style="font-family: arial;">the entire text</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial; position: relative;">here</a><span style="font-family: arial;">.</span></p><div class="heading_heading layout_layout layout_outer layout_separate-1-64px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="heading" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-separate-1); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: small;">God is our Heavenly Father</span></h3></div></div><div class="content-block_contentBlock typography_body content-block_left layout_layout layout_outer layout_unite-3-16px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="content-block" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-unite-3); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our family here on Earth is organized like our family in heaven. Much like we can go to our <br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">parents for advice, our Heavenly Father is always there to give us help. When we pray, He </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">listens, and He answers.<br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">“And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.” —<br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">Matthew 21:22<br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">God loves us so much. He loves us even when we make mistakes, and He invites us with <br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">always open arms to return to Him. We glimpse our Heavenly Father’s perfect love for us in</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> the</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">profound love many parents have for their children. We can all experience Heavenly </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Father’s </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">love as we grow closer to Him, and we can share that love with our families.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Your Family Can Be Forever</b></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">Families are a big part of God’s plan for our happiness. We are born into a family. We aspire</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">to build strong family relationships. Home can be a place where we feel support, safety, and</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">love. God does not want family ties to end when we die. Because of temples, we can </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">be </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: center;">reunited with our families in the next life. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="heading_heading layout_layout layout_outer layout_separate-1-64px layout_st-desktop-separate-1a-96px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="heading" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif, serif; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-separate-1a); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: small;">Till Death Do You Part?</span></h3></div></div><div class="content-block_contentBlock typography_body content-block_left layout_layout layout_outer layout_unite-3-16px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="content-block" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-unite-3); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">When Latter-day Saints get married, they understand that marriage is meant to last forever.</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Marriage </span><span style="font-family: arial;">ceremonies in temples contain the words “for time and all eternity,” not “till death do</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">you part.” But </span><span style="font-family: arial;">it isn’t the words that make eternal marriage possible—it’s the power of God. </span></p><div class="heading_heading layout_layout layout_outer layout_separate-1-64px layout_st-desktop-separate-1a-96px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="heading" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif, serif; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-separate-1a); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 analytics-title="" class="typography_h3 heading_left" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: small;">God’s Power to Join Together</span></h3></div></div><div class="content-block_contentBlock typography_body content-block_left layout_layout layout_outer layout_unite-3-16px layout_bw-uncontrolled layout_bw-mobile-uncontrolled" data-type="content-block" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: var(--spacing-unite-3); max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: 1146.86px;"><div class="layout_layout layout_inner layout_cw-normal" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1600px; position: relative; width: var(--desktop-normal);"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">In the Bible, Jesus gave the Twelve Apostles the sealing power, or sealing “keys.” That power </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">meant that marriage, and many other wonderful blessings, could last forever. The “keys” lock </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">the marriage together. Nothing can break that lock except unfaithfulness to spouse or to God.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The Bible teaches, “Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">in heaven” (Matt. 18:18). When God restored His Church through Joseph Smith, He also gave</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">him the sealing power. When </span><span style="font-family: arial;">couples are married in a temple, the person performing the </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">ceremony has been given permission to use that power. </span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Now you see why we have such a strong belief in families. "Families Can Be Forever!"</span></p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p></div></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-33889785675634847072021-01-28T21:46:00.002-07:002021-01-28T21:57:23.152-07:00Emerging Hope - The Simple Woman's Daybook~<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Bc8_GHsqxcxH7dzT66P3vDd0j-VvaS9nR-5m5yxcGW4HMYlvLRpRlLJ-98O0g-hRo9I5-xh_SW1ITO19oG9D1KLxsfhlqDCXoNbt31gfVMHPI_czBr81cn76jf-CfS_j4F_hwL-HmWEw/s1740/Deb+2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1340" data-original-width="1740" height="493" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Bc8_GHsqxcxH7dzT66P3vDd0j-VvaS9nR-5m5yxcGW4HMYlvLRpRlLJ-98O0g-hRo9I5-xh_SW1ITO19oG9D1KLxsfhlqDCXoNbt31gfVMHPI_czBr81cn76jf-CfS_j4F_hwL-HmWEw/w640-h493/Deb+2.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>For Today</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbLbY4azZ7ZDgamFktX-r-QpzkYAD4Y98g6hruB8AXpkw-9cPUtiBK97MPlMRkOfM9eXNAkjTTWjNDljIge0x6Dd8kWsjUXY1OpwZvTKTuM3Qnbs8cVt-uuJlLH6_-4Xyt_LZ6KFDQGCF5/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="280" data-original-width="198" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbLbY4azZ7ZDgamFktX-r-QpzkYAD4Y98g6hruB8AXpkw-9cPUtiBK97MPlMRkOfM9eXNAkjTTWjNDljIge0x6Dd8kWsjUXY1OpwZvTKTuM3Qnbs8cVt-uuJlLH6_-4Xyt_LZ6KFDQGCF5/w226-h320/image.png" width="226" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://thesimplewoman.blogspot.com/2021/01/the-januaryfebruary-edition-of-tswd.html">Join others @ Simple Woman's Day Book Blog </a></div><p></p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;">I am thinking - </span>This past year has been challenging for everyone. It became even more challenging when my dearest husband became ill and was hospitalized for a few days in January. Luckily, he didn't have Covid, but he did have bilateral bacterial pneumonia. I am very grateful that he is up and about doing what he loves to do. I know that he was blessed to have a <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/family-guidebook/priesthood-ordinances-and-blessings?lang=eng">Priesthood blessing </a>before being admitted to the hospital, along with fasting, prayer by many, and his name on our Temple Prayer Roll. I was given a Priesthood blessing too, and I received peace, and knew that he would be OK. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;">One of my favorite things - </span>Believe it or not, I have started playing the piano and learning some new pieces. I have always loved music and enjoyed the piano. I always let other priorities come into my life, and I left that wonderful experience slip by the wayside. Right now, it is bringing me great joy. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1hrHkinZFLYBCzoXoAKAhutImh-DnwSDj2E8JiXrtgsZLJ_xd_Jhb9A2gKEmUNNI2Gn81XdO8nWI8RTGQIpA96jPm9EBShsQ8YF69RiN56BoquZZdmKYCA54a9Q39Hkv7ml42ARi0bdd/s640/thumbnail_IMG_9562.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="481" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1hrHkinZFLYBCzoXoAKAhutImh-DnwSDj2E8JiXrtgsZLJ_xd_Jhb9A2gKEmUNNI2Gn81XdO8nWI8RTGQIpA96jPm9EBShsQ8YF69RiN56BoquZZdmKYCA54a9Q39Hkv7ml42ARi0bdd/w300-h400/thumbnail_IMG_9562.jpg" width="300" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #666666;"><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b> </b></span></o:p></span><b style="color: #666666; font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt;">I am creating - </b><span style="color: #666666; font-family: arial;">Look at me, I'm creating a new blog post. The last one was on December 24th, 2020. I have been wanting to write one for a long time and have had many life interferences. I'm excited to be doing one now. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;">I am reading - </span>This year, we are studying in our Sunday School a precious book of scripture; entitled <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament?lang=eng">"The Doctrine and Covenants."</a> In this book, our remarkable <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/joseph-smith-the-mighty-prophet-of-the-restoration?lang=eng">Prophet of the Restoration, Joseph Smith,</a> and other prophets received many revelations through the latter-day years. This book is powerful and helps my understanding of <a href="https://www.comeuntochrist.org/beliefs/book-of-mormon">The Book of Mormon,</a> and reveals many instructions from our <a href="https://www.comeuntochrist.org/beliefs/jesus-christ">Redeemer, Jesus Christ,</a> as the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ unfolded. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO3sdXEVvi77oO1Un6dZEw9bi0np0PNPxvMufVPaS5O4cgQa7xIISbNwGvaTravAPerpI6UFQO7UAX1CFmp81iclsnjcqv_ay54cHQrUKBkkIRewjrtQkmJjZfRLOZuZ1xVCAKpbtdOLKr/s1000/doctorine-and-covenants-journal-edition-blue.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO3sdXEVvi77oO1Un6dZEw9bi0np0PNPxvMufVPaS5O4cgQa7xIISbNwGvaTravAPerpI6UFQO7UAX1CFmp81iclsnjcqv_ay54cHQrUKBkkIRewjrtQkmJjZfRLOZuZ1xVCAKpbtdOLKr/w400-h400/doctorine-and-covenants-journal-edition-blue.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My husband and I have been listening to a book entitled: "Insights From A Prophet's Life" by Sheri Dew. It is a biography of our living day Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. It is an outstanding book that I wish everyone would read. He is a remarkable man. Before having leadership positions in our faith; he was a well-known Heart Surgeon. He helped develop the heart-lung by-pass machine. He was a leader in innovative surgery of the heart. The story of how he did many of these things are in this book. Our hearts have been touched over and over when reading his life story. He didn't always have an easy life; in fact, he and his wife sacrificed a lot over the years. They are parents of 10 children, and he had 9 daughters and 1 son. When I was an ICU nurse at the LDS hospital in Salt Lake, I had a chance to meet him. He has always been an unusual physician in many ways and credits his success to the spirit, helping him know how to do surgeries that hadn't been done before. It is a fantastic book to read. </span></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4bAcj6vlukj-bB46CEfc9ZTOBCsPEJujQ_uWr6R6po-5k7qajBx-H4qEV0BKLUqwrb0ocGJYH3gpy36c67pm0HzjXIewfl7T7g4gSINcItpeeuuKB78C2QMYjWAHTwMyywLNWm95JzFJo/s350/41THCZJGwjL._SL350_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="231" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4bAcj6vlukj-bB46CEfc9ZTOBCsPEJujQ_uWr6R6po-5k7qajBx-H4qEV0BKLUqwrb0ocGJYH3gpy36c67pm0HzjXIewfl7T7g4gSINcItpeeuuKB78C2QMYjWAHTwMyywLNWm95JzFJo/w264-h400/41THCZJGwjL._SL350_.jpg" width="264" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #666666;"><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><b style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></b></span></p>I hope </b><span><span style="font-family: arial;">that the Covid 19 Vaccine will be effective and that better treatments for severe cases will be found. Mostly, I am hoping for the pandemic to lessen enough for our Temples and Missionary work to open up even more. I feel blessed to have two Grandchildren serving missions; Sister Abilene Workman in the Arizona Phoenix Mission and Elder Ethan Williams serving in the California, Los Angeles Mission. They do a lot of their missionary work online and are both having baptisms. It's a miracle that the work continues in a different way. I look forward to being able to attend our church without masks and physical distancing. It will be nice to see everyone's faces. </span></span></span><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My dear husband has been blessed to work at the Jordan River Temple in Phase two. He is the coordinator for the Saturday morning shift. I have been able to return to the temple and work about 4 times, which has been such a blessing in my life. I find great peace within the walls of the temple. It is a place to go and receive personal revelation from our loving Heavenly Father. The work that goes on within the temple is sacred. I love being part of it all. </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>In My Kitchen - </b></span></o:p></span><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I hate to admit this in my kitchen, I haven't been cooking. For the last several months, my sweet, endearing husband has been doing the cooking. I have been busy with other projects, so he took over my kitchen. He is an excellent cook and loves to make up recipes and different types of meals. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Well, he got sick, so I am back in the kitchen. It's been fun but challenging since I almost forgot how. I still think he flavors dishes better than me. I think I will convince him to share the cooking with me. </span></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 13.5pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt;">
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: medium; font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #666666;">Pinterest Board and link -</span> </span><span style="color: #666666;">I'm dreaming of this chocolate cake. When I was a Home Health Nurse in Las Vegas, Nevada, I worked at the Nathan Adelson Hospice. They had a cafeteria, and I loved getting a piece of this kind of chocolate cake. I really do need to make it again. </span></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDYTBLeI4nEaa9-_WfhCgqfr5t4yVmUZVWeYtbWmpv6n6poJ1P_S8dFpSUF_axn1moeCJGqiO5ZQl2r1RcFcCyQRCFOuNEbtr-NUora9I8vUg4ZMgix8_Dm6xi5x0fLgVDb6a4tE2qrqHy/s236/a61f2a6d5a07e7a54e8c4d446ce30dd2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="236" data-original-width="236" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDYTBLeI4nEaa9-_WfhCgqfr5t4yVmUZVWeYtbWmpv6n6poJ1P_S8dFpSUF_axn1moeCJGqiO5ZQl2r1RcFcCyQRCFOuNEbtr-NUora9I8vUg4ZMgix8_Dm6xi5x0fLgVDb6a4tE2qrqHy/w320-h320/a61f2a6d5a07e7a54e8c4d446ce30dd2.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://pin.it/1HqJNR4">Chocolate Cake Recipe from Pinterest -</a></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;">Post Script - </span>As I think about this past year and the many struggles and challenges that have come, I want to share with you what I learned from it all. I learned to rely on my faith in Jesus Christ. I have worked hard to keep my focus on Him. I have drawn closer to Him and had many spiritual insights into why these kinds of events happen In our lives. I have had answers to my prayers and felt the spirit provide comfort and peace to my soul.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> I believe there is purpose in all that we go through. We are here to gain a body and have earth-life experiences. Through those moments, we learn many lessons that help us grow and develop into better human beings. I have learned to love others even more. I appreciate the good people surrounding me in my church, neighborhood, and especially my family. Our family has grown closer. My relationship with my husband has become even more tender and sweet. We are together in all things. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have learned to be more patient with mankind. With the many political upheavals that are present and on-going. I know that Heavenly Father is aware of us, and if we reach for Him and our Savior, they will be there. They want us to look for the positive and leave the negative behind. They have a plan for this earth, and it will go forth. Satan may rule the day, but the Savior will ultimately win. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have had more time to study the gospel and other good books, which has enlightened my mind and heart with positive thoughts and good things to come. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have learned that I can continue on in a different way to fulfill the calling that I have and to continue to work in the temple when I can. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have learned that wearing a mask and social distancing is difficult but doable. I believe it is following the commandment to love one another. We should all be willing to do whatever it takes to protect each other from this dreadful virus. To me is a privilege to wear a mask. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I am deeply grateful for my husband's medical care and all the advancements in medicine and technology. I believe these advancements have been spirit directed. I wish I could hug all the wonderful medical personnel that has given hours and risk their lives to care for the many who have had Covid. I have prayed hard for them. I have family members that have been on the front lines. Having been a nurse, I am even more sensitive to what they have had to deal with. I know they will be blessed for doing all that they have done. </span></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: left;"><o:p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b> </b></span></o:p></span><span style="color: #666666; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;">Shared Quote - </span></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; text-align: left;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNz4l_dUQTqUvmqdHEroqUjVjANsWpOhFh8xnYF9oDDdAbF-JEMXe7ExiEPmw7BUMsfAdqEkN2_qEDzRwKIlX_4Ko_z3H-S2iI9CScciE8Ruzn-2iu_ZtzzcnMH5zMNhyphenhyphen7TWaPnHuRRZHj/s705/320b81c97d2bdb0b2d50052450ade120.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="705" data-original-width="564" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNz4l_dUQTqUvmqdHEroqUjVjANsWpOhFh8xnYF9oDDdAbF-JEMXe7ExiEPmw7BUMsfAdqEkN2_qEDzRwKIlX_4Ko_z3H-S2iI9CScciE8Ruzn-2iu_ZtzzcnMH5zMNhyphenhyphen7TWaPnHuRRZHj/w320-h400/320b81c97d2bdb0b2d50052450ade120.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;"><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 18.9pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span></p>A moment from my day -</span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">I love this man of mine. Tomorrow, we will celebrate his 75th birthday. Every day, I am grateful that he is my eternal companion and that I have one more day with him. I have a testimony that we will be together forever. He is one of the best of men, and I love him with all my heart. We are unified in everything. </span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwW362HxmyiySZvCqc6w0JnpgvjZZALdQLfBgJjseKzgZ-nw9MxNlSy56QNrLFHDeIHcnNBT0cx1x7pau3T6SEx3TZJuAtJUe86YZ6jKyrGCojgsyw2FRj0LI1Vtn8yGMmGQdUCkUAN5bx/s640/thumbnail_IMG_9466.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="545" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwW362HxmyiySZvCqc6w0JnpgvjZZALdQLfBgJjseKzgZ-nw9MxNlSy56QNrLFHDeIHcnNBT0cx1x7pau3T6SEx3TZJuAtJUe86YZ6jKyrGCojgsyw2FRj0LI1Vtn8yGMmGQdUCkUAN5bx/w340-h400/thumbnail_IMG_9466.jpg" width="340" /></a></div></span></div><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt;">{share a picture with us
of your daily-ness}</span></i></b></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i></i></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglZPCp4SlR_oLGSdicrJl-I-jF5I34JSN-6yUdgqHu3P15j9TB4vD7mVHQkeGnZpHoID95g4P19iQ2yeVPz_R0N7cbSyq38sHXuf6a4-avsHck1l_OSr5-8SQqRGsdf4EeX_XrKsTAS-R2/s960/thumbnail_IMG_0146+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglZPCp4SlR_oLGSdicrJl-I-jF5I34JSN-6yUdgqHu3P15j9TB4vD7mVHQkeGnZpHoID95g4P19iQ2yeVPz_R0N7cbSyq38sHXuf6a4-avsHck1l_OSr5-8SQqRGsdf4EeX_XrKsTAS-R2/s320/thumbnail_IMG_0146+%25281%2529.jpg" /></a></i></b></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 13.5pt; font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><br /></span></span></p>Closing Notes - </span><span style="color: #666666; text-align: left;">May you all have an emerging hope in the future. I know that things will get better, and I pray for us all to be happily engaged in good works. </span></span><p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p></p></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-72627201467320122472020-12-24T17:08:00.009-07:002020-12-24T17:59:04.872-07:00God's Greatest Gift ~<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XzJ8Ay4lJqyxj5eA3v0X-eOjtB8e7xVGWwppN_DLuPXYze0IXBAMztoShYxIhL5n0y3lrpqactcm3VF2Jer8X7GpmbGhQ4QCPQNUuomfoSpra0j0Nn1buBkIVDvKCshm1-HqaG2FnoPR/s2048/DB9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1042" data-original-width="2048" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XzJ8Ay4lJqyxj5eA3v0X-eOjtB8e7xVGWwppN_DLuPXYze0IXBAMztoShYxIhL5n0y3lrpqactcm3VF2Jer8X7GpmbGhQ4QCPQNUuomfoSpra0j0Nn1buBkIVDvKCshm1-HqaG2FnoPR/w640-h326/DB9.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><span style="font-family: arial;">The Greatest Gift is the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. This Christmas Celebration is to keep our hearts and homes focusing on the true meaning of Christmas. The Christ child was God's gift to the world. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">During these difficult months, I have found great peace through keeping my sight on the Savior. He is the Savior of the world and came to open the door to our everlasting life. Through his infinite atonement and resurrection, we will all live again. As we choose the Covenant path, it will lead us back to be with our Heavenly Parent and Jesus Christ forever. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I know that our redeemer lives and loves each and every one of us. He is there to succor and lifts us in our times of struggle and sorrow. He is there to enjoy with us our moments of joy. He has suffered all that he might lift us and bring peace to our hearts. We are here to experience earth life where we obtained a body and life experiences because of Him. Our Savior is the way, the truth, and the light. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">As you worship this tiny baby's birth in Bethlehem so long ago. Remember why we are celebrating this divine birth. Read in the New Testament - Luke 2. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Tonight we will meet on Zoom with our eternal family. We are hoping that we will have everyone on this call. Presently, we have 6 children, 32 grandchildren, and 5 Great Grandchildren. Many of them we haven't seen for a very long time. We feel like having a Zoom call is a gift from Heaven. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibBqnF1NYtcFw_8mWRJfDSNaORpQZQKMqKgI6yK50CJfOxyur59jyFDV8ohdMThTCyuo9gku3yAviN4yfTLKSTZ1qzerBYQS0Tgckn8T1p0sSyRAew_XSdUYa8SgDYfr0TCmrJx2Rvy48C/s2048/Blog+6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibBqnF1NYtcFw_8mWRJfDSNaORpQZQKMqKgI6yK50CJfOxyur59jyFDV8ohdMThTCyuo9gku3yAviN4yfTLKSTZ1qzerBYQS0Tgckn8T1p0sSyRAew_XSdUYa8SgDYfr0TCmrJx2Rvy48C/w640-h640/Blog+6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Our Eternal Family~</b></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">May each of you have a delightful Christmas Eve and Christmas Celebration and remember the reason Why!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I'm sharing with you today a video of our remarkable Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. He is the President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He is a vigorous 96-year-old man and has incredible energy and the ability to lead our worldwide faith. This video was taken last year during Christmas time. It is President Nelson playing the piano for Claire Crosby to sing; "Silent Night." In the end, there are some questions. They discuss colors, and if you take a moment and relate that to us as brothers and sisters with no prejudice towards a race or cultural diversity of any kind. President Nelson loves all colors, as do I. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I pray that this year we will all pull together to make a better world and b</span><span style="font-family: arial;">ring peace. May we learn to love and accept one another as the Savior loves each of us.
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</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">In closing this post, I invite you into my home to see how we decorated for Christmas this year. We thought about not decorating very much but then realized that we love Christmas and the reason for the celebration so we should decorate and enjoy it all. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbKcyDcouhYup9ni6j23qLO390yx2WkMoFMZzIO4I4tddcH7_MYRmgPnkIdngBJULXrsVfqneYyESFFHEQ_ccSny9oxdnuMKlHWObaeGuTSzhmarKK9NU54zfGaZ0fvQj02yVYuGXn0lGm/s2048/DB2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbKcyDcouhYup9ni6j23qLO390yx2WkMoFMZzIO4I4tddcH7_MYRmgPnkIdngBJULXrsVfqneYyESFFHEQ_ccSny9oxdnuMKlHWObaeGuTSzhmarKK9NU54zfGaZ0fvQj02yVYuGXn0lGm/w640-h640/DB2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is the entrance to our home. We have a snowman theme in some of the areas. Note the group of Snowpeople. My favorite is the nurse. I was an RN for several years and greatly appreciated all the front-line people during this Pandemic. </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9KrAde80URY-x85_0-ZJBnMn0nfFP5iSLvdVZjsZpEuTAg1MHfoMdFDpMPUVTPHt0prX6IRojs4JQUW24N6F6fzM0noNVY5IIcpvYNPQ8TA3KMMK0CPXNEjurc2FArTVH4kSn7VOx9Xj2/s2048/DB3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9KrAde80URY-x85_0-ZJBnMn0nfFP5iSLvdVZjsZpEuTAg1MHfoMdFDpMPUVTPHt0prX6IRojs4JQUW24N6F6fzM0noNVY5IIcpvYNPQ8TA3KMMK0CPXNEjurc2FArTVH4kSn7VOx9Xj2/w640-h640/DB3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The photo above is what we call our piano room. It is the most special room in our home. During this time of quarantine, we have been able to have our own Sacrament meeting here. There is a special feeling for me when I am in this room. </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDiDOXXuPhsl0TI3CN9BZ0-pdroXaAj7VWc3WaS5RBFLtoq3tD_XW0YKDL51T3Bonrqtc8lffSq3P5qa4_f6V2rPCWh4qF6sXszgDTf-lxAO1v8jbGcCV_xGhG7JEdUEiY_t2Ut_Q6ccd-/s1954/DB4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1114" data-original-width="1954" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDiDOXXuPhsl0TI3CN9BZ0-pdroXaAj7VWc3WaS5RBFLtoq3tD_XW0YKDL51T3Bonrqtc8lffSq3P5qa4_f6V2rPCWh4qF6sXszgDTf-lxAO1v8jbGcCV_xGhG7JEdUEiY_t2Ut_Q6ccd-/w640-h364/DB4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is our living room. This year we bought a new tree. When we were first married, we had real flocked trees for years and determined that we would never have a fake tree. We lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, for 7 years and found that live trees didn't even last through the season; thus, our trees have been fake ones. This year we love our new flocked tree. For my birthday this year, my husband bought ornament replicas of the temples we have been to. There are 51. I don't think we will ever make it to all of our temples. There are right now 160 operating temples throughout the world. We are hoping to finish attending those in the State of Utah. There are 19 and 9 more announced and under construction. </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4DfPDFzRtGHshvqa16uh12Qm1WiZtuWUxZGvUabkJcX1NdjvZyOS_u7tUGYmCnkmgwf1M1OzaSe9erPW_aFJzk2WZqzVzXo-ywUc5EaKeJS8ilEHuNAZyOTAGt9eKRIpqKVaijbHwtGab/s1946/DB5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1106" data-original-width="1946" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4DfPDFzRtGHshvqa16uh12Qm1WiZtuWUxZGvUabkJcX1NdjvZyOS_u7tUGYmCnkmgwf1M1OzaSe9erPW_aFJzk2WZqzVzXo-ywUc5EaKeJS8ilEHuNAZyOTAGt9eKRIpqKVaijbHwtGab/w640-h364/DB5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">As we go into the kitchen area. My favorite Nativity set on the left is around 48 years old. It is a favorite for sure. The other nativity scene is found in our entryway, and then the rest is in our kitchen</span>. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmcz7LoeXIdERymdgHKxTOTGUlbmNArEAqsZIZUaZpjqv8ua6FHzibr3pkWfcyV66CGkB4Mdk_wvmidKcqmUmNsLcib9DtSN5W6UC0WDs1Iy-qxAH2yZvEN2iFcl0hBw3LgmDt9GMGgJSU/s2048/DB6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="2048" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmcz7LoeXIdERymdgHKxTOTGUlbmNArEAqsZIZUaZpjqv8ua6FHzibr3pkWfcyV66CGkB4Mdk_wvmidKcqmUmNsLcib9DtSN5W6UC0WDs1Iy-qxAH2yZvEN2iFcl0hBw3LgmDt9GMGgJSU/w640-h488/DB6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Even though we don't have anyone coming to our home for dinner this Christmas, I love to set the table with the china that I inherited from my mother. It is probably about 60 plus years old. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk4aoavJrlhmck11DPjeR_DQR1x_YF6pZ_itqQspK9mL0cdB0G3hC0R8GZ8uKCQv-TPCqCNIWk-rzPk5kAy4USixRMY2GI9MZqMcSDTQ1StEPVCPDeCaSvyRzRguvIJAHmB45EWpWZ9b5W/s2048/DB7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk4aoavJrlhmck11DPjeR_DQR1x_YF6pZ_itqQspK9mL0cdB0G3hC0R8GZ8uKCQv-TPCqCNIWk-rzPk5kAy4USixRMY2GI9MZqMcSDTQ1StEPVCPDeCaSvyRzRguvIJAHmB45EWpWZ9b5W/w640-h640/DB7.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are photos of our basement decorations. Our tree is a toy animal tree, and it shows our Garfield collection. This other Nativity is a treasure; also, we have had it for several years. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas. May you turn to the Savior this Christmas and feel His light and love in your homes and heart. </span></div><div><br /><p><br /></p></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-55326237021543477922020-12-10T21:00:00.003-07:002020-12-11T15:28:19.411-07:00Following His Light - <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjanpT6WgJxxvhMRk_gZQzGZVL_YRR75R7f_rmXG8SOPG4Nm_Sa5g6JPFHKsg47hIWBkJjkHyAlCJlgVf8XzHfVy5RaVHSd6FH_Yo28nxb1IcqipwWRpqZ7pZXWwJe-VYvvp6UE7rMWeh3d/s1280/DN-26107.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjanpT6WgJxxvhMRk_gZQzGZVL_YRR75R7f_rmXG8SOPG4Nm_Sa5g6JPFHKsg47hIWBkJjkHyAlCJlgVf8XzHfVy5RaVHSd6FH_Yo28nxb1IcqipwWRpqZ7pZXWwJe-VYvvp6UE7rMWeh3d/w480-h640/DN-26107.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"> Every year at Christmas time, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are encouraged to participate in a #lighttheworld event. Each day for 25 days, we receive prompts of different things we can do during the Christmas Season to "Light The World." I love the opportunity to work on these ideas. Each day my husband and I have been working on the ideas given. We have felt great joy in sharing the light by praying to know who to serve, contact, love, and then the blessing of doing the activities. Here is what we have completed thus far. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigB25j_VI1KaHg6-1d6j77aMJX_xqGfO4sw4CAxZAU_0Vp4lCL7IwKvpfg97XjLqiljvjJZncHfgBZbKJTVeOIgyEEj9tDbAPDGugCX6Ky1b3lix783_n7xiNEnEMe6oA_cH2z812oN4t9/s604/Scan_20171204+%25283%2529+2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="372" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigB25j_VI1KaHg6-1d6j77aMJX_xqGfO4sw4CAxZAU_0Vp4lCL7IwKvpfg97XjLqiljvjJZncHfgBZbKJTVeOIgyEEj9tDbAPDGugCX6Ky1b3lix783_n7xiNEnEMe6oA_cH2z812oN4t9/w394-h640/Scan_20171204+%25283%2529+2.jpg" width="394" /></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today, I have been thinking about the individuals that have had Christlike attributes in my life, and there are countless ones. I had marvelous parents and siblings. I have had friends through the years that have touched my heart in so many ways. I have had church leaders who have opened my eyes to what true ministering means. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">At times, my children are true heroes as I watch them bravely face their own oppositions. My dearest husband is my hero in a multitude of ways. He is one of the most Christlike men I know. He is compassionate, generous, a man of faith, and a great husband and father. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">That being said, I thought I would focus my thoughts on my dear Grandmother, Dora Alice Tuttle Peterson, Ogden, who had a huge impact on my life. She was a very Christlike person in so many ways., As a young girl, I would often sit beside her as she would share stories of being one of the only nurses in Richfield, Utah. She would walk from one end of the town to the other to care for her patients in their homes. She gave after surgery care, post-delivery care, and she, at one time, had two maternity homes in Richfield. She helped to deliver more than 500 babies. She kept track of every one of those births. She would give care and also clean and do other things in their homes. She would be paid in cash and also in produce and other items. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">She was a widow raising three daughters. Her husband, my grandfather, died in1922 of the flu. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">She had a compassionate heart and was always serving someone through the years. She was loved by many. Later in life, she married my step Grandpa Charles Ogden, and he was the best grandpa too. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I loved my moments with them. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Because my Grandmother influenced me, I always wanted to be a nurse. I am so grateful that I became one. I loved my experiences in ICU's and later as a Hospice nurse. I treasure my nursing experience. I loved this Grandma very much, and am grateful for her great example. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVsdq4C3lmdjr-9EL97L-G_atzjteaijiaNfyI0CJyFTuV59xTbHTelvpBsfH25W-5EmI4cu5kLt_lmoPwoWbDcjZVIb0VUos5LhwyjuhiBvkWXpAYlw21YmXyEhFKZtbU&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVsdq4C3lmdjr-9EL97L-G_atzjteaijiaNfyI0CJyFTuV59xTbHTelvpBsfH25W-5EmI4cu5kLt_lmoPwoWbDcjZVIb0VUos5LhwyjuhiBvkWXpAYlw21YmXyEhFKZtbU&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoZwhtUpvQ01baPKZzfw5jDAnOEGrRdCuWjp5XGNPFgzK_MXjT0tmq-Yn64QFRpjFlitAmMmH2eCUqsgzK30dtRn7AH_poVotaymR8hThXnCNxof7Rd9JOYECIsR9kFfAtpQitMGOtDuGN/s600/0003146_jordan-river-winter-panoramic_600.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="246" data-original-width="600" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoZwhtUpvQ01baPKZzfw5jDAnOEGrRdCuWjp5XGNPFgzK_MXjT0tmq-Yn64QFRpjFlitAmMmH2eCUqsgzK30dtRn7AH_poVotaymR8hThXnCNxof7Rd9JOYECIsR9kFfAtpQitMGOtDuGN/w640-h262/0003146_jordan-river-winter-panoramic_600.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world-2020">#lighttheworld</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto">I find the greatest peace inside the walls of a temple. As I enter the temple, there is always a feeling of peace and love. I feel like I am entering Heavenly Father's home. As I leave behind the world and have time to reflect on more heavenly things, my burdens are lifted. I often find answers to prayer in the temple. The Celestial room to me represents our Heavenly Parent's living room. There I can pray, ponder, and find the peace I am seeking. </div><div dir="auto">Even during the Pandemic, I have found peace just being near a temple and sometimes being on the grounds. These dedicated temples and grounds are sacred places where we can find healing and joy. </div><div dir="auto">I have felt deeply blessed in the last 5 weeks to be able to work there 3 times. It has refreshed me, and I have loved my moments in my Father's house. </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">“As we attend the temple, there can come to us a</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">the dimension of spirituality and a feeling of peace</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">which will grasp the true meaning of the words of</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">the Savior when He said: ‘Peace I leave with you, my</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">peace I give unto you. . . . Let not your heart be</div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;">troubled, neither let it be afraid.’” Pres. Tomas S. Monson</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJJyy6hAZQmDYQFjUIuxdNMOK573jOMPrvUZdnQHtIneV1cBaVDrBMNsFoTJRNnlnlk9QPzg6fqO1iuy0alqQnKRuKJaCLE4Jpt-PjyeWaHyriMJQ8AmU4DrNubH96l4knT_peh7977T-d/s336/128764309_10217842124830990_5460370740964900860_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="219" data-original-width="336" height="418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJJyy6hAZQmDYQFjUIuxdNMOK573jOMPrvUZdnQHtIneV1cBaVDrBMNsFoTJRNnlnlk9QPzg6fqO1iuy0alqQnKRuKJaCLE4Jpt-PjyeWaHyriMJQ8AmU4DrNubH96l4knT_peh7977T-d/w640-h418/128764309_10217842124830990_5460370740964900860_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto">Tears came as I watched this beautiful video on <a href="https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=the+christ+child+video+lds&&view=detail&mid=2942EE1653E5D99B06F62942EE1653E5D99B06F6&&FORM=VRDGAR&ru=%2Fvideos%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dthe%2Bchrist%2Bchild%2Bvideo%2Blds%26go%3DSearch%26qs%3Dds%26form%3DQBVDMH">"The Christ Child."</a> I love my Savior with all my heart. When we read about His divine birth in Luke at this time of year, my heart is full of gratitude for His willingness to come to earth to save us all. </div><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto">As I watched the tender portrayal of our future Messiah, my heart went to Mary. I reflected on the birth of my own children and the awe and wonder of it all. I see in Mary's face that same wonder. One of my favorite Christmas songs is: "Mary, Did You Know." As she tenderly kissed her newborn babe, she held the great, "I Am." </div><div dir="auto">What joy she must have felt that our precious Jesus was here. </div><div dir="auto">This was such an inspiring video of His birth and as a young boy. Take the time to watch this one; you will be happy you did. </div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZUvimW7yVN9BTYU61qzvDHfoqZwdVM0d6B1OWh89svkBCm50_h07HQo4lrfRoK6kXhJyJfv8wACWAzbmejTuqfmfZMdxyCx84jTyzSBsNYPXam-UXzXKdwrwXZ28FLzeCg&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZUvimW7yVN9BTYU61qzvDHfoqZwdVM0d6B1OWh89svkBCm50_h07HQo4lrfRoK6kXhJyJfv8wACWAzbmejTuqfmfZMdxyCx84jTyzSBsNYPXam-UXzXKdwrwXZ28FLzeCg&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZhprXUaFq7H10kxIC9pO07dNx1XDM5uVf9068BWhJ1Es6TRMFdItsJZiNRoDSEH4DWqxhmz0nbsuCq6kgAbu-4pElwqcEUIqbQ_dkhu8s4TTi-_Jy1Y5L2H2LE34-r02uBG6zAnYAQBs6/s540/129072763_10217849511015640_8339537245809211791_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZhprXUaFq7H10kxIC9pO07dNx1XDM5uVf9068BWhJ1Es6TRMFdItsJZiNRoDSEH4DWqxhmz0nbsuCq6kgAbu-4pElwqcEUIqbQ_dkhu8s4TTi-_Jy1Y5L2H2LE34-r02uBG6zAnYAQBs6/w592-h640/129072763_10217849511015640_8339537245809211791_n.jpg" width="592" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZWeQmG_8-rQr095A7-O5B6DnFMWxwUMPDYYmT-H_AhLXkre5x3ynJJDX-URGrWBjN9vlwvq1O_YqkarvP_v2X9txTnCpTwKUJIy9wtkJsVavCn3GKKxC5mrVLaz3i0ufbE&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></div><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto">Today’s thought for <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZWeQmG_8-rQr095A7-O5B6DnFMWxwUMPDYYmT-H_AhLXkre5x3ynJJDX-URGrWBjN9vlwvq1O_YqkarvP_v2X9txTnCpTwKUJIy9wtkJsVavCn3GKKxC5mrVLaz3i0ufbE&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld</a></span> to pay it backward was a wonderful one. I spent some time thinking about the many who have shown kindness to me in many different ways. Some gave me their listening ear, an invitation to lunch, thoughtful gifts, cards in the mail, dinners brought in, and a multitude of other services. It gave me a chance to think about and do a couple of paybacks. I have a list of a few more yet to do. </div><div dir="auto">It added to my <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZWeQmG_8-rQr095A7-O5B6DnFMWxwUMPDYYmT-H_AhLXkre5x3ynJJDX-URGrWBjN9vlwvq1O_YqkarvP_v2X9txTnCpTwKUJIy9wtkJsVavCn3GKKxC5mrVLaz3i0ufbE&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for so many that I love. </div><div dir="auto">Have a delightful Sabbath, everyone!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3f8Fw8HGsn-ne4RJoss4b_VBjpNQyQHhjS96YU76_ZeyGB-8djMAWpy6vwit1r9p796s9c2f6mGQiup8OmSeZZAQiqgM8CwDbZe62lHcTLd31-3v-ze1lXv9modMMmDpGUczQado5_TE/s960/129278533_10217857881904907_2330391129908289633_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3f8Fw8HGsn-ne4RJoss4b_VBjpNQyQHhjS96YU76_ZeyGB-8djMAWpy6vwit1r9p796s9c2f6mGQiup8OmSeZZAQiqgM8CwDbZe62lHcTLd31-3v-ze1lXv9modMMmDpGUczQado5_TE/w640-h640/129278533_10217857881904907_2330391129908289633_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXdVLWNEmwhKucgPBZ0epnC6kNh0IED_IIm32lYaA8IKCTmMZImgtOdO6v-dCdCgvi4Dc0HSSCmuyYCot1-eWP3elA5whd6p1Pk1_mOzxMgE-webZXDrGShSrpdARw1T0M&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div dir="auto">It's been a delightful Fast and testimony, Sabbath day. </div><div dir="auto">I am grateful today for Zoom. </div><div dir="auto">We started the day by attending a Spokane Stake Conference over Zoom, and we're able to watch our Granddaughter, Sarah, and fiancé, Josh, speak. They both gave beautiful messages. </div><div dir="auto">I then left to go on another computer to attend a Missionary meeting. Finished just in time for an uplifting ward fast and testimony meeting, and then our at-home Sacrament moment. Next, a great Sunday School lesson. All of this on Zoom. </div><div dir="auto">We loved the Ist Presidency Devotional and especially the beautiful blessing that was given to us all. </div><div dir="auto">This day couldn't be better. </div><div dir="auto">Have a lovely week, everyone!</div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXdVLWNEmwhKucgPBZ0epnC6kNh0IED_IIm32lYaA8IKCTmMZImgtOdO6v-dCdCgvi4Dc0HSSCmuyYCot1-eWP3elA5whd6p1Pk1_mOzxMgE-webZXDrGShSrpdARw1T0M&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWx_ojxb3-thfFoTFeZgxIOQZ3az7w0e7dg4wnQvE22BxICmNiHo5GfDwLMhlGGFbG2yob-QX-xCcdqKahdwfSWJRzxgVZ7CSG76THvuOasCANQJ3l1X_wmgYsIId6UeaRbzvASUtbx1os/s160/130698883_10217863351121634_4598678817845983320_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="160" data-original-width="160" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWx_ojxb3-thfFoTFeZgxIOQZ3az7w0e7dg4wnQvE22BxICmNiHo5GfDwLMhlGGFbG2yob-QX-xCcdqKahdwfSWJRzxgVZ7CSG76THvuOasCANQJ3l1X_wmgYsIId6UeaRbzvASUtbx1os/w640-h640/130698883_10217863351121634_4598678817845983320_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXb46VsJqGeEKv_o_RffVVuvAhE0wDgeM-zhcVPbXLSQqTJAlfrciRVQoDH8fFrZd8hg4RrFOqqjlE9T4v6QzdL1zqjt4eclFYu6_ZhEn8e0_XSmHLGO5eCa7Q6Kx3Fb3o&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#LightTheWorld</a></span> </div><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto">Today, we had fun taking a swag Christmas wreath to a home of a dear friend who could use it. It was a great idea to brighten their hearts and home. </div><div dir="auto">We are loving the ideas for doing <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXb46VsJqGeEKv_o_RffVVuvAhE0wDgeM-zhcVPbXLSQqTJAlfrciRVQoDH8fFrZd8hg4RrFOqqjlE9T4v6QzdL1zqjt4eclFYu6_ZhEn8e0_XSmHLGO5eCa7Q6Kx3Fb3o&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span> </div><div dir="auto">It’s never too late to join in on this adventure. Hugs for all!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKEJDSwb7ebbxR7UzacCuO_rcCFVvgKmZ35fLbI0JDpSvH1oyw77WIw9IbCMnjfnHlUfdvfaH2C5DRujAhnUnGx8Jl3ds6LBRJOZWwhyr3wW6YaJeTYAalsuuB1fSYCG9nohUzZ0n565V8/s2048/C5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKEJDSwb7ebbxR7UzacCuO_rcCFVvgKmZ35fLbI0JDpSvH1oyw77WIw9IbCMnjfnHlUfdvfaH2C5DRujAhnUnGx8Jl3ds6LBRJOZWwhyr3wW6YaJeTYAalsuuB1fSYCG9nohUzZ0n565V8/w640-h640/C5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX2R0ot3oqqLopvJiQqSmy90-QAhkzkGi3QANmgpll4J7zgwMi9wAeBVfZabvMmyiEhiF7R-B7itcCsmDVMH0Q8ueBj6lsWwGOad1pwoBbsvBsC0fCY03NlvQTbkH-jUqY&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div dir="auto">Presently, we have several extended family members and a few friends that are essential medical workers. One of these is our son, James, who is Director of Pharmacy at EIRMC Hospital in Idaho Falls. He has shared with me how tired the staff is due to the increasing number of Covid patients. They work long hours caring for very sick patients and are there helping communicate with family—members that can't be there, and holding hands when patients don't make it.</div><div dir="auto">I feel deeply grateful to these wonderful Doctors, Nurses, CNA’s and other personal a </div><div dir="auto">long with EMT’s, Police, Teachers, and etc. </div><div dir="auto">I have thanked a few today and hope all of you will do the same. They need our love and encouragement. </div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX2R0ot3oqqLopvJiQqSmy90-QAhkzkGi3QANmgpll4J7zgwMi9wAeBVfZabvMmyiEhiF7R-B7itcCsmDVMH0Q8ueBj6lsWwGOad1pwoBbsvBsC0fCY03NlvQTbkH-jUqY&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyS5Rb7O2YUVVrSmMIzkkHUf4RqC9x-Hmrw6FgDcLKkMi2RpGpxRp8LIqgug5XtBnOecGRteWu761Bo70IYNJ3J7XI-QABynu92EOh5sbnwVETBiO_g2bcJ5dFeIfDWoHxqC6EDdsIj7R1/s2048/RS4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyS5Rb7O2YUVVrSmMIzkkHUf4RqC9x-Hmrw6FgDcLKkMi2RpGpxRp8LIqgug5XtBnOecGRteWu761Bo70IYNJ3J7XI-QABynu92EOh5sbnwVETBiO_g2bcJ5dFeIfDWoHxqC6EDdsIj7R1/w640-h640/RS4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld2020?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXQs1sxySDrqOwrfqL2JHVyNtINVLhokG9oCKBxWvWDJW1On85Jh6s8e-PFqtOBenC65BImuFqio9Jc3ZXVWvVlq41ZxFs3ImwR3-PgobxaXS9ERntKdN3i_PXmGoDS1z8&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld2020</a></span></div><div dir="auto">Today as an alternate suggestion, we could express appreciation to a co-worker.</div><div dir="auto">I'm not working at a job, but I do serve with three choice women in a Stake Relief Society Presidency. </div><div dir="auto">Laura, Wendy, and Nancy, thanks for being wonderful ministering sisters with compassionate hearts and my cherished friends. You amaze me as you each have gifts and talents that bring creative energy to all decisions and activities. I am deeply grateful to each of you.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAPi2Q7WhGVrSK_U4E27JJjGywaKwcOHUqvHlV4YoYfARctr3Mn9GKZvJhQU9slsxbNZUCfwlVrq_gWeaa7z04DFSb_SbunTuATYhlLff6JSIbNiyTWf7UdtMRnX7Xnfft_erp2oSg7TCp/s2048/Sarah+Catherine+Barr+Tuttle.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAPi2Q7WhGVrSK_U4E27JJjGywaKwcOHUqvHlV4YoYfARctr3Mn9GKZvJhQU9slsxbNZUCfwlVrq_gWeaa7z04DFSb_SbunTuATYhlLff6JSIbNiyTWf7UdtMRnX7Xnfft_erp2oSg7TCp/w480-h640/Sarah+Catherine+Barr+Tuttle.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworld?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVQlNdZVLkMmtGwuleVtKiKpJYSgQfnWVUVLtenEi7P_Bw3M8HUPN51WeFFDxMLWQraCFK4wwvyYSC31ZDV-E_kSdNoTYZ0zUg-ydyOi-UC-lxx8J4GErC7VX-74568QrQ&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworld</a></span> </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Today we were encouraged to share a family history story that we found on Family Search. Here is a song that was written about my Great Grandfather Josiah Tuttle and Great Grandmother Sarah Catherine Barr. It was fun to find this treasure because these were the parents of my dearest Grandmother, Dora Alice Tuttle Peterson Ogden. My Grandmother, Dora, had such an impact on my life. She passed away when I was 12 years old. Growing up, I was blessed to know most of her siblings. Three of my Great Aunts, Eva, Georgia, and Lill, came from Richfield, Utah, to Salt Lake before I was married and stayed at our home while making me three beautiful quilts for my wedding. This is a favorite memory of mine. </div></div><div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Song written by Ivalee Sorensen</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">We've a little story folks to tell to you, About our family tree and how it grew. Josiah Tuttle, Eighteen fifty-six, the first name and date that we're gonna fix. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">He grew up there a right smart man. the very first one in the whole clan. Oh, he liked to fiddle for the folks to dance, and while he was fiddlin', he found romance. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">He found him a girl, a sweet little cutie. He wanted to marry this dark eyed-beauty. Sarah Catherine Barr was this young gals name, and she told him that she felt the same. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">So they got hitched, as you all know, and our family tree began to grow. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now it wasn't long until the good Lord went, and to them, a sweet little baby sent. They didn't plan on more, it's plain, for they called her Hattie Rosella Charlotta Jane.</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now it wasn't long until the good Lord went, and to them, a sweet little baby sent. They didn't plan on more it's plain, for they called her Hattie Rosella Charlotta Jane.</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">It was tough luck, and they felt so sad that they couldn't keep this little lad. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Bug the Lord didn't forget them, and he sent their way, Dora Alice, and Maggie May. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Then Georgia joined the family - How many girls was there gonna be?</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now the Mormon Missionaries came along and told of a church that was right, not wrong. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">They joined up and moved out west, good Latter-Day Saints, by every test. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">When they got to Utah, Joe had quite a time. A wife and 4 kids and one thin dime. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">But things worked out, and he made a go. You can't keep a good man down, you know. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now the tree kept on growing, Lizzie, Eva and Lill, And Lordy, at last, they got a boy named Bill. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">They'd almost thought there wouldn't be any boys in their family. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now Joe got so homesick his poor heart did pine, To go back home to North Caroline. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">He started out to go back there, got chased back to Utah by a great big bear. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now the boys kept coming, and we're happy to say, They added the names of LeLand and Jay. Their little Nellie came, but she couldn't stay with the family. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Joe and Sarah Tuttle surely did their part to plant a good tree, give it a fine start.</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Twelve young limbs, nine grew up big. And we're all a branch, a leaf, or a twig. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Now this tale is ended, and we think you'll agree that we're all proud of our family. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Proud to belong to folks so grand, reckon it's the best in the whole dern land. </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/familysearch?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVQlNdZVLkMmtGwuleVtKiKpJYSgQfnWVUVLtenEi7P_Bw3M8HUPN51WeFFDxMLWQraCFK4wwvyYSC31ZDV-E_kSdNoTYZ0zUg-ydyOi-UC-lxx8J4GErC7VX-74568QrQ&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#FamilySearch</a></span> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/lighttheworl?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVQlNdZVLkMmtGwuleVtKiKpJYSgQfnWVUVLtenEi7P_Bw3M8HUPN51WeFFDxMLWQraCFK4wwvyYSC31ZDV-E_kSdNoTYZ0zUg-ydyOi-UC-lxx8J4GErC7VX-74568QrQ&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#lighttheworl</a></span></div></div></div><div dir="auto">If you would like to learn about and or join in the light the world initiative; <a href="https://www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world-2020">here is the link.</a> </div><div dir="auto"><br /></div></div></div></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-31454156077077274642020-11-30T19:22:00.079-07:002020-11-30T21:33:37.502-07:00In An Attitude Of Gratitude ~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMm169xMFQNMMVpW6ThPId69oxQWdF2HGSUoHffKFG3lVtYVEPgGkLyYlBUZdbTYMssYnfruciAQDYCMg8ZWF180VIcZge4e2vK4iTVTj1jQM2gmrlMpTdGpjo7uALD96n7vv_DjMionfS/s3022/Blog+1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1040" data-original-width="3022" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMm169xMFQNMMVpW6ThPId69oxQWdF2HGSUoHffKFG3lVtYVEPgGkLyYlBUZdbTYMssYnfruciAQDYCMg8ZWF180VIcZge4e2vK4iTVTj1jQM2gmrlMpTdGpjo7uALD96n7vv_DjMionfS/w640-h220/Blog+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">President Russell M. Nelson, our beloved Prophet gave a challenge to #givethanks for our many blessings for 7 days. Because I loved this experience, I decided to extend the time to November 30th, and then share my feelings after completing it. First of all, I am going to share my thoughts on these past days in this post. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Day 1 -</b><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today, I have gratitude for many friends and family that have posted wonderful birthday messages. Thank you, I have felt loved. </span></span></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The highlight of today was listening to this much-needed message by our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are my <span><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZW3jINg5XIlIjfeKgJbwG1nR3wjYs_cQLtBOfLEotaMLdv7g3xS89jq7IUHGVpxyB0ckqzMe4QeAIf50Xhcz1DRpPj7btW99vufct4T64xt2dZtHx82PWJs3ALgH1Pk-mE&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> thoughts!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIzwim9FGOTcJRjlBmt4PqOSTZFCRUchMy79iklyJn0GGoygPlhpOS09BkghLtkBbc7Un-hR3M1rB62a8zDwOuNXQ3_XV7OjVhkhMawxS83iGaouGUjCqiQDZtBif9a2lBjO_bpZHE0qVN/s1841/126900666_10217772534691280_9056962643699893312_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1841" data-original-width="1841" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIzwim9FGOTcJRjlBmt4PqOSTZFCRUchMy79iklyJn0GGoygPlhpOS09BkghLtkBbc7Un-hR3M1rB62a8zDwOuNXQ3_XV7OjVhkhMawxS83iGaouGUjCqiQDZtBif9a2lBjO_bpZHE0qVN/w640-h640/126900666_10217772534691280_9056962643699893312_o.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Day 2 -</b> I love our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson's challenge to <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZVe__XcHm6gCe_Y9G1lJ5j-yf0tcTXq_63R2Jc9Hq205c4vdFd8sTN9ZINOzkEl9uPuhDiMrKTTCfJiM9ndIRHL8BYeB8aFgj5iJuFRTXYKn_1RI9q9G4mQMo3VIhed2SE&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for 7 days. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today I am very thankful for good friends and family. Yesterday was my birthday, and I was overwhelmed with messages from dear friends and family. It warmed my heart and truly made me feel loved.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> I am so thankful for the many good friends that I have made throughout my life. I have friends from many different areas we have lived in, social media friends, church friends, and precious family members. I consider them all brothers and sisters. I feel that I knew them in the Pre-mortal life and am grateful to our loving Heavenly Parents for them. May we all love one another, and recognize that all of this world's children are our brothers and sisters.</div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwtSj1M5QCiCCL0j3llec00Y-m96yCajuxdf6cGb25dwn3-1ATKXdx9894BhWSgj_p_M-YrMGzCol2IqkFonFwUxD3bN-N5pxQgFmix3433HE0_mwGcJ4y0s46BMr4HBAAY8iuuQaVpIcc/s737/127046749_10217779157936857_2145381282822253004_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="737" data-original-width="737" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwtSj1M5QCiCCL0j3llec00Y-m96yCajuxdf6cGb25dwn3-1ATKXdx9894BhWSgj_p_M-YrMGzCol2IqkFonFwUxD3bN-N5pxQgFmix3433HE0_mwGcJ4y0s46BMr4HBAAY8iuuQaVpIcc/w640-h640/127046749_10217779157936857_2145381282822253004_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Day 3 - </b><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I </span><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZURF0b69XyC-nmQVVOoxrt4-OltwBaR3X8rSRhBxZw4ZoOflxdWr2tLhhKmKBcdzDtlwlGvnsAOx4D6GomhBEInxpiOdr8klQ-sZwzOQDrTq89zlfMUrJVssJVJyvnSxEQ&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for our weekly Sabbath days. It is a day to worship our loving Heavenly Father. Through the sacred emblems of the Sacrament, we covenant to always remember our precious Savior Jesus Christ and His suffering for us in Gethsemane and on the cross of Calvary. It is a time to reflect on Him and the changes we can make to draw closer to him. </span></span><p></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I love our moments together with our ward family on these sacred days. It is sweet to be with friends. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's a day of study, pondering, and serving. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">With Covid 19, we can also worship and partake in our homes the sacrament when we can't meet together. These moments have been a spiritual highlight for my dearest husband and me. He has prepared the sacrament for us. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I'm so grateful for these treasured moments. It prepares me spiritually for the days ahead. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sundays are my favorite day.</div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2iBTKcJqt5S7xg2VY_VIxn-1hYTBWQztBwA_tnYP6d9U7piYBSXCxddxz-96IWnQ3dX1NCTYcFe_827uqv-2tqOPlsPyCWxgsIjas7e8CsT43trjWsXs7SKIpNSK16xgJ_BFzSlhD7eKb/s2048/Blog+2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1041" data-original-width="2048" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2iBTKcJqt5S7xg2VY_VIxn-1hYTBWQztBwA_tnYP6d9U7piYBSXCxddxz-96IWnQ3dX1NCTYcFe_827uqv-2tqOPlsPyCWxgsIjas7e8CsT43trjWsXs7SKIpNSK16xgJ_BFzSlhD7eKb/w640-h326/Blog+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Day 4 - </b><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZW-YtCMc9TJuPLfyHPwfnfnzs7i3Q76qg6nqvIwrw75llU1KkZ2_LwQl4ajWA4P0yBSJDuRPuQKE3hHkHK8SODxczyUVwCJcCYfp8LEYdrDUySRIlhlSMZ8bxrdBploFcY&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> I'm so grateful for our little Sammy. Two weeks ago, he was very sick and could barely walk. We cried thinking we might lose him. With good Vet care, he is back to his cute self. We have had him for 12 years, and he blesses our lives in many ways. We love our Sammy!</span></span></span><p></p><p><span face="Segoe UI Historic, Segoe UI, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #050505;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Segoe UI Historic, Segoe UI, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #050505;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcByQpbrw-YGjqETv5wjRS7iZQg2CJ2-shSlGmANTPhZXBiWIkb2DGdSP-2mwYr44fZYWBBwyFQ11sj3W15oAUmWdWkgpWm9buzdCb9mV9MTz6ATMSzQEESwbe0rzisK92pteibz55Cn1w/s2048/Blog+4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcByQpbrw-YGjqETv5wjRS7iZQg2CJ2-shSlGmANTPhZXBiWIkb2DGdSP-2mwYr44fZYWBBwyFQ11sj3W15oAUmWdWkgpWm9buzdCb9mV9MTz6ATMSzQEESwbe0rzisK92pteibz55Cn1w/w640-h640/Blog+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face="Segoe UI Historic, Segoe UI, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #050505;"><br /></span><p></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Day 5 - </b>Today, I have been thinking about my dear parents and brothers who have passed away, and my sister in law, Amparo. I miss them more than mere words can express. I give thanks to each of them for the impact they have had on my life. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I am grateful for my dearest parents. They are the best. I had a wonderful childhood with many fun moments with my parents. Their life was not easy and near poverty at times, but I never really lacked anything. My mother made most of my clothes, and they were lovely. They were faithful members of the Church of Jesus Christ and instilled in me a love for the gospel, the Book of Mormon, and the temple. They served a mission, and I know that is exactly what they are doing in the spirit world. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">My brothers were awesome too. Mac, who was 9 years older than me, was my protector and always showered me with love. Sometimes it was protecting me from my brother, John, who was 6 years older.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">John was a relentless tease, but I loved him for it. We had a great family, and I am happy that we are a forever family too. My brother Mac's wife, Amparo, was like a sister to me, and I loved my moments with her. </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although my family is in the spirit world, I know they are near and busy doing good things. I miss them a lot, and I have beautiful memories of our time together—I <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXIKXrmnwCgHQ9kFhvRyeMn9EV1IXgJitz8cGTK89pfhxVDDwTC5w5IOb319TCiS6oRMCZ9y_IVcdy5_FQ_i1kGesLCYwAt46gGxt_tpdXPRl3GsD7OBIIKkr11p114E48&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for them all; my eternal family! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIrr7ZOFEBtj9HjhA0DJ5XHiNwgXzotrEjr6cPiyjGKXQllqderhkKyMb0YQ8CpYP5mdkA5Z6HOcJwJ63z3iCAIzDw9v7GPY_IIqe7xnkPm_4Xoo7tHJiYjG3kYIWSQYbIIFoSwEWlph0J/s2048/Blog+5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIrr7ZOFEBtj9HjhA0DJ5XHiNwgXzotrEjr6cPiyjGKXQllqderhkKyMb0YQ8CpYP5mdkA5Z6HOcJwJ63z3iCAIzDw9v7GPY_IIqe7xnkPm_4Xoo7tHJiYjG3kYIWSQYbIIFoSwEWlph0J/w640-h640/Blog+5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto"><b>Day 5 -</b> I will be forever grateful that my dearest Roger and I were married for time and all eternity over 53 years ago. I <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZUg_gmDGczmjP-KBWLgqsd99FUZzn6DJR6Caqhjuiwg_ojymc1JW3yEPLrjTgzj-jdPDXN719GngiT3aRskOMFvl9SsYeWWvy-7dagLnbv2SuekP1-93zTu7owr8eX-fZI&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> often that I have this incredible man for eternity. We are truly united as one and unified in our testimonies of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in our goals, and in our desires for our eternal family. </div><div dir="auto">Through the years, we have had many difficult moments with various trials of life. This dear man has had severe medical concerns. A heart attack at age 45, open-heart surgery, and then later in life, a Pulmonary Embolus experience. Through fasting and prayer, along with Priesthood blessings, there have been miracles. He has always gone through these experiences with great faith, and the results have been increased faith and hope in our Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. These experiences have provided deep growth for both of us. He is always there for me and has given me Priesthood blessings for health, comfort, and guidance. There have been remarkable miracles in my life too. Through fasting, prayer, and blessings, our children have had their own miracles happen.</div><div dir="auto">We have had the privilege to serve missions together, which has brought wonderful blessings into our lives. </div><div dir="auto">We both love the temple and our moments serving there. We know that through promised blessings, being in the temple is where we need to be. </div><div dir="auto">This man of mine is kind, thoughtful, generous, faithful, true in all that he does. He cares deeply for our family and has worked hard through the years to provide for them all. He has always been a good Dad and Grandfather. His counsel is wise, and I know his children love and respect him for his desires for them. </div><div dir="auto">He is the most devoted husband ever, and I love him with all my heart. I <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZUg_gmDGczmjP-KBWLgqsd99FUZzn6DJR6Caqhjuiwg_ojymc1JW3yEPLrjTgzj-jdPDXN719GngiT3aRskOMFvl9SsYeWWvy-7dagLnbv2SuekP1-93zTu7owr8eX-fZI&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for him today!</div></div></div></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN8ecY7MgVrI1SAGUjb5cTTK-ut1mAtj1aK9jfP1ncZUp69cLgPKca-bqivnjI95aB2daQVnn9EgVc9Y1afi5m9cTadcVL4j337IONrRbNoN9WhXHSg6crULzIYdI7bLj3TrK2ynYLK0g2/s2048/Blog22.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1077" data-original-width="2048" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN8ecY7MgVrI1SAGUjb5cTTK-ut1mAtj1aK9jfP1ncZUp69cLgPKca-bqivnjI95aB2daQVnn9EgVc9Y1afi5m9cTadcVL4j337IONrRbNoN9WhXHSg6crULzIYdI7bLj3TrK2ynYLK0g2/w640-h336/Blog22.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">My Eternal Children above and their Spouses below, whom I consider my children too. </span></b></div></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkIO-lxUhpF6Jrf_xTxvP5pfAzADv8eo_-vn17CsyJ-Mp5sqmt03ApICG-TtPHkOdx8O2QduexanZBtK8AqGdcM3zU6NugrKSbde2Mvh_3OrjFpJHmFjQ-wxjsw2XnmCzL6Qu5xZPxSBeu/s2048/Blog+6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkIO-lxUhpF6Jrf_xTxvP5pfAzADv8eo_-vn17CsyJ-Mp5sqmt03ApICG-TtPHkOdx8O2QduexanZBtK8AqGdcM3zU6NugrKSbde2Mvh_3OrjFpJHmFjQ-wxjsw2XnmCzL6Qu5xZPxSBeu/w640-h640/Blog+6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are our Children, Grandchildren, and Great Grandchildren. </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjqCS6R0agpgFn336xnixjivHD7QB0Q2HFF1n9xsnKo_AgXG1p5LZwOFEaONGVNw4vu_P6A83gRmXbIPUe23Kl4P_l2pUxmLnD4vLHmRx8NUGaK8sONrHAc_WjdTQyPDFyV6wCduoZXbRI/s2048/Blog+11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1209" data-original-width="2048" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjqCS6R0agpgFn336xnixjivHD7QB0Q2HFF1n9xsnKo_AgXG1p5LZwOFEaONGVNw4vu_P6A83gRmXbIPUe23Kl4P_l2pUxmLnD4vLHmRx8NUGaK8sONrHAc_WjdTQyPDFyV6wCduoZXbRI/w640-h378/Blog+11.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <b style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Oldest Grandson Jed & Jessica with Great Grandchildren, Myah, Lilly and Jadyn</span></b></p><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">2nd oldest Grandson Jacob & Dana with our Great Grandchildren, Sagan and Katalina</span></b></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt_wZTzHh23QEHEGFdt35uLklDwfzGnqErG2XoquRZ-jxj3TI8-QtXv8tkGxDua4057uoOBk8LliIgSUwZV8hCzM25mmo_xhr1GTjM5nHGCV77Qw-3NZP-5gmDiojayQdIuvBbYZca_T0P/s2048/Blog+9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt_wZTzHh23QEHEGFdt35uLklDwfzGnqErG2XoquRZ-jxj3TI8-QtXv8tkGxDua4057uoOBk8LliIgSUwZV8hCzM25mmo_xhr1GTjM5nHGCV77Qw-3NZP-5gmDiojayQdIuvBbYZca_T0P/w640-h640/Blog+9.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are photos of our two married Grandchildren - Our granddaughter, Justice and our new Grandson, Jaxson - Then our Grandson, Austin and our new Granddaughter, Shamra.</span></b> <b><span style="font-size: x-small;">Below is a photo of our Granddaughter, getting engaged to our next Grandson, Josh - Then our Granddaughter, Sariah getting engaged to our next Grandson, Alex. </span></b></p></blockquote><p><b> <span style="font-family: arial;">Day 6 - </span></b><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today, Thanksgiving day 2020, I </span><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX_z5g5EFq825jF4Zry0CuKhHacPTTwYc2anN0KhWUMmn-dMKm7vlJxzMcVZ2J9zxtOq_BO6EGj6r75m3eKyMkmUcH22HjUge_r-vM5Pk9HVCSv204uCJ7kWAjieXhDhFo&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for my treasured family. Roger and I have been deeply blessed with a large posterity. We have 34 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren. We have added one more Grandson in law and one more Granddaughter in law. We will soon be adding one more Grandson in law and one more Granddaughter in law. It is amazing how it multiplies. We cherish with all our hearts each<u> individual </u>that makes up our family. We have a deep love for them and marvel at how each is unique and has special gifts, talents, and other wonderful characteristics that we enjoy. </span></span></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I am sincerely grateful for our Heavenly Parents and our Savior Jesus Christ for the spectacular plan of Salvation. I know that we are a forever family, which gives me comfort, peace, and joy. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Every day, I pray for Heavenly Father's watchful care over each of these precious souls. I love our family moments with them all. May they each know and feel the love we have for each of them individually. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Happy Thanksgiving to all our family and friends. May you have great joy this Thanksgiving day as you <span><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX_z5g5EFq825jF4Zry0CuKhHacPTTwYc2anN0KhWUMmn-dMKm7vlJxzMcVZ2J9zxtOq_BO6EGj6r75m3eKyMkmUcH22HjUge_r-vM5Pk9HVCSv204uCJ7kWAjieXhDhFo&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> to our Heavenly Father for all of your blessings.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqDE8p85Z1oTIiahGClH00BBktrmNxq5CzYHLpFwmwDd8eWwv1YBThQM-wv8pM0DN5qaM4zRHXDrYxIuQncpy_WUtk_XdikAsI0Tb_eycPYi5brCUAd6Gucjvt-s-zuoskW9jiOfzrX6Lq/s1280/138551-Give-Thanks-In-Everything.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1280" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqDE8p85Z1oTIiahGClH00BBktrmNxq5CzYHLpFwmwDd8eWwv1YBThQM-wv8pM0DN5qaM4zRHXDrYxIuQncpy_WUtk_XdikAsI0Tb_eycPYi5brCUAd6Gucjvt-s-zuoskW9jiOfzrX6Lq/w640-h640/138551-Give-Thanks-In-Everything.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: arial; font-size: 14.85px;"><b>Day 7 - </b></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: arial; font-size: 14.85px;">Today, I wanted to </span><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2012-03-1180-give-thanks?lang=eng" style="background-color: white; color: #6699cc; font-family: arial; font-size: 14.85px; text-decoration-line: none;">#GiveThanks</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: arial; font-size: 14.85px;"> for all of you that come in and view this page and leave comments. I follow various blogs, and I want all of you to know how much I learn from you and how you have blessed my life in different ways. </span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have a love for all of Heavenly Father's children, which means all of you that I consider my spiritual brothers and sisters. May this day be a sweet one. May you feel the Lord's unconditional love for you. During the difficult moments, may you reach in prayer for the peace and comfort that you desire? </span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sending my love and hugs to you today! </span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdGMoMVOmhaiq7x938txtnFHLGMe3HvH238RhjKbn_C0Ayf-9FWLquwPv2yYu_NifTxeSilfJ1PD_X1y5jx9IyBZvVPExeKEKu6brYe3ep-9oPOT3pxME6jNc1ZRiDyIymzSgp14DVVCF/s2048/Blog+13.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdGMoMVOmhaiq7x938txtnFHLGMe3HvH238RhjKbn_C0Ayf-9FWLquwPv2yYu_NifTxeSilfJ1PD_X1y5jx9IyBZvVPExeKEKu6brYe3ep-9oPOT3pxME6jNc1ZRiDyIymzSgp14DVVCF/w640-h640/Blog+13.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto"><b>Day 8 -</b> Today, I am grateful for this time of year when I can have a fire in the fireplace, Romantic Christmas music playing with a cup of hot chocolate, and then perhaps a book. </div><div dir="auto">I am grateful for books. My first love is <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/gs/book-of-mormon?lang=eng">The Book of Mormon </a>which is the most read. However, I like to read religious writings and Historical novels too. It is my perfect way to relax on some days. </div><div dir="auto">I am thankful for good music. I especially enjoy the music of my era. My husband and I enjoy a dance or two when we play this kind of music. I love a little bit of country, but mostly Classical and religious music. At Christmas time, I enjoy Christmas music. My favorite Christmas song is: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjt5lgPUkWU">"Mary, Did You know." </a></div><div dir="auto">On cold winter nights, I like to have our fireplace going. We enjoy reading a good book, listening to a story CD and sometimes, just watching the fire. </div><div dir="auto">The best, of course, is the chocolate. I enjoy various kinds of chocolate—hot Chocolate in the winter for sure, and then all kinds of chocolate throughout the year. Yes, I am a chocoholic. </div><div dir="auto">I do <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZV7dOSVQ_JMLShMulsvXKPxs44jpZEuPyGFx4sAUQe691gK9MVowONCZDCg59zbLFsyauJ8LrLIZdxrR4sizzV0_CG6K9c2b2_tL8oDugeMq4SbwaFcI4sCtV6fR2GQrNw&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for these sweet moments.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWRivPm1TiWqucTw8Xh8lZetOxQf07I3lto3gIBsqJecx1PZCj35sL1-Gi-LlWCrQzDsyLSUD_m74dRdFgnWgRydonofsZ4M5bHcYArxKeJ0qA_2dJtlTCSnzTtmLTG7JyIkjF4inZryqJ/s2048/Blog+14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWRivPm1TiWqucTw8Xh8lZetOxQf07I3lto3gIBsqJecx1PZCj35sL1-Gi-LlWCrQzDsyLSUD_m74dRdFgnWgRydonofsZ4M5bHcYArxKeJ0qA_2dJtlTCSnzTtmLTG7JyIkjF4inZryqJ/w640-h640/Blog+14.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto"><b>Day 9 - </b>I have felt great joy today. I was blessed today to be able to work in the Jordan River Temple. I had the privilege to help with a parent to child sealing. A precious little 4-year-old girl was being sealed to her parents. Her two sisters, ages 11 & 13, are helping her get ready for this moment. They all were dressed in white. </div><div dir="auto">It brought back sweet memories of being sealed to my parents as a 7-year-old with 2 brothers 67 years ago in the Manti Temple. My memories are good of</div><div dir="auto">that day. </div><div dir="auto">I have always loved the temple and have a strong testimony of its eternal importance in our lives. My sweet eternal Companion and I made a promise to make temple attendance a focal point</div><div dir="auto">in our lives. </div><div dir="auto">Now serving in the temple together has brought great joy into our lives. We are grateful for our Eternal marriage and family. </div><div dir="auto">I <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZUl6BTV-lZv9SnAkk46zfBwuZBDC7bw_o8GAI5b_8BuboQ0rVsxZbQEvuX3Ap2E-EDO_p-WFLEKPDuZ1ROfijbNo5mH5pqwqdXmprvWeaiTgC4cbMfj3szEN2q0hBnBsIs&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span> for temples and their eternal significance in our lives and the lives of our ancestors. </div><div dir="auto">We love the Jordan River Temple.<span class="pq6dq46d tbxw36s4 knj5qynh kvgmc6g5 ditlmg2l oygrvhab nvdbi5me sf5mxxl7 gl3lb2sf hhz5lgdu" style="display: inline-flex; font-family: inherit; height: 16px; margin: 0px 1px; vertical-align: middle; width: 16px;"><img alt="🤗" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb7/1/16/1f917.png" style="border: 0px;" width="16" /></span><span class="pq6dq46d tbxw36s4 knj5qynh kvgmc6g5 ditlmg2l oygrvhab nvdbi5me sf5mxxl7 gl3lb2sf hhz5lgdu" style="display: inline-flex; font-family: inherit; height: 16px; margin: 0px 1px; vertical-align: middle; width: 16px;"><img alt="❤️" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png" style="border: 0px;" width="16" /></span><span class="pq6dq46d tbxw36s4 knj5qynh kvgmc6g5 ditlmg2l oygrvhab nvdbi5me sf5mxxl7 gl3lb2sf hhz5lgdu" style="display: inline-flex; font-family: inherit; height: 16px; margin: 0px 1px; vertical-align: middle; width: 16px;"><img alt="🙏" height="16" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t80/1/16/1f64f.png" style="border: 0px;" width="16" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnjNXzvJXBiQ2zpkpk4icVG2BD7pk6GWeGaUll9PUo9FD4cdetPD5GHVr5txzDq-FNtGJd0-NTuJc3QdX0OYwha74i31cuenjoEnonS3UiPiTbbmBL9KlruQHqxRZxxknS6MnxpysiRl2/s2048/Blog+15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnjNXzvJXBiQ2zpkpk4icVG2BD7pk6GWeGaUll9PUo9FD4cdetPD5GHVr5txzDq-FNtGJd0-NTuJc3QdX0OYwha74i31cuenjoEnonS3UiPiTbbmBL9KlruQHqxRZxxknS6MnxpysiRl2/w640-h640/Blog+15.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><b>Day 10 - </b>Today, I <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX873hTsGYdbxS2oweE701XPRnDvDDbnzuypHSRiRhE5AJwfZt81zuajNjpi10hF1rW7Jfib2tKzacO0zDVR93TPZY3Rn6PwIYDArWnBoEQ1BdXI6xrbui8d9wO9d2V7Mg&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a> </span>for our loving Heavenly Parents. I'm so happy to know deep inside my soul that I am a daughter of God. We are all spirit children of Heavenly Father. </div><div dir="auto">I feel blessed to know that I have an elder brother, Jesus Christ, who completed the Infinite Atonement for us. Because of Him, e will all be resurrected and live again. Because of our beloved Savior, if we have faith in Him and embrace the covenant path, we can return and live with Them. </div><div dir="auto">I have two favorite scriptures I memorized that remind me of the love, hope, and trust I have in Jesus Christ. </div><div dir="auto">Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.</div><div dir="auto">2 Nephi 31:20 - 20 Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life.</div><div dir="auto">Our Savior is the way, the truth, and the light. Come believe in Him, trust in Him, have faith in Him. Because of Him, we have everything!</div><div dir="auto"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl q66pz984 gpro0wi8 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/givethanks?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZX873hTsGYdbxS2oweE701XPRnDvDDbnzuypHSRiRhE5AJwfZt81zuajNjpi10hF1rW7Jfib2tKzacO0zDVR93TPZY3Rn6PwIYDArWnBoEQ1BdXI6xrbui8d9wO9d2V7Mg&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#givethanks</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8iOKPABvB_0MlZcSXbXDOTmH-9LVb7GC5v-OrMkLDbefyXNpmTWiCysPqxPFdwe6YpCM3N0DLNGSY5mW5zYuK3XSvRKAbx68eTbia1237C6BZ9jhzZ6Uxp7SrZvU9Vf-bZ7EkrfetjG9M/s676/343711-Give-Thanks-For-All-Of-The-Opportunities-That-Even-Our-Struggles-Bring.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="676" data-original-width="676" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8iOKPABvB_0MlZcSXbXDOTmH-9LVb7GC5v-OrMkLDbefyXNpmTWiCysPqxPFdwe6YpCM3N0DLNGSY5mW5zYuK3XSvRKAbx68eTbia1237C6BZ9jhzZ6Uxp7SrZvU9Vf-bZ7EkrfetjG9M/w640-h640/343711-Give-Thanks-For-All-Of-The-Opportunities-That-Even-Our-Struggles-Bring.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto">I close this Thanksgiving blog with my final thoughts on how this challenge has blessed my life. Living under the restrictions of Covid 19 has been difficult for us all. Because my husband and I are in the vulnerable age group, there has been growing concern as the pandemic has continued. After much prayer and study of the current struggle with Covid, we decided that we would follow our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson's counsel on obeying our state's laws and doing the guidelines that have been given. Being a former Nurse and my husband a Pharmacist, we believe the science is good and that we are protected by wearing masks, physical distancing, and being wise as to where and when we shop. </div><div dir="auto">We are grateful for the many front line workers that are tirelessly working to save lives. We have a son, and nieces, nephews, and friends that are on the front line. We pray for them daily. </div><div dir="auto">We believe that by doing our part, we are showing true love for one another. As the pandemic has continued, we have been sad not to see our family members like we would ordinarily do.</div><div dir="auto">As we were challenged by our Prophet to take 7 days and express our thanks for the many blessings we have; it has been a spiritual experience. I have felt the spirit and have felt uplifted and inspired by the many #givethanks posts that have been put on social media. I have a very grateful heart. I know that doing this has increased my gratitude for countless blessings and helped me with the courage to face whatever is ahead. I do trust in my Heavenly Father and in His plan for us. </div><div dir="auto">This has been a life-changing experience for me to ponder upon my many blessings. May we all continue to #givethanks for our blessings.</div><div dir="auto"> I believe that prayer brings blessings from Heaven. I have prayed for individuals and families that are suffering with Covid 19, loss of loved ones, economically devastated, and our world and nation. I continue to pray for there to be treatment and vaccine for Covid 19. I have prayed for the front line workers, teachers, and for all of you. </div><div dir="auto">May we all pray together for this pandemic and world chaos to end. May we love one another and give ongoing thanks for all we have. </div><div dir="auto"><br /></div></div></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-24125092001921563232020-11-26T16:03:00.001-07:002020-11-26T16:03:40.829-07:00Happy Give Thanks Day!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpPa2V5Unl44N-C8d8Pr5w0MyUvcOwpmxtniIhRrdlZYCwSugDXU1Fwqjzf5NPRJqwdrrVEoaXEAWLgJqPnkqEn_SwaJo83Pzucl8JqA-MuyXIQnguqrKH1cvIV2XWeCcDmae3zakEryul/s1280/138551-Give-Thanks-In-Everything.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1280" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpPa2V5Unl44N-C8d8Pr5w0MyUvcOwpmxtniIhRrdlZYCwSugDXU1Fwqjzf5NPRJqwdrrVEoaXEAWLgJqPnkqEn_SwaJo83Pzucl8JqA-MuyXIQnguqrKH1cvIV2XWeCcDmae3zakEryul/w640-h640/138551-Give-Thanks-In-Everything.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"> These past 7 days, we were challenged by our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, to post on media things that we <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/givethanks/?lang=eng">#GiveThanks</a> for. The promise is that we will have more gratitude, and it will help us all find more peace, comfort, and joy in these troubled days. I took this challenge, and it has been refreshing and helped me not focus on the hard times. I plan on completing this month with a thankful heart, and then I will post more about my experience. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Today, I wanted to <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2012-03-1180-give-thanks?lang=eng">#GiveThanks</a> for all of you that come in and view this page and leave comments. I follow various blogs, and I want all of you to know how much I learn from you and how you have blessed my life in different ways. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I have a love for all of Heavenly Father's children, which means all of you that I consider my spiritual brothers and sisters. May this day be a sweet one. May you feel the Lord's unconditional love for you. During the difficult moments, may you reach in prayer for the peace and comfort you desire. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Sending my love and hugs to you today! </span></p><p><br /></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-69315613937436206932020-11-20T20:07:00.001-07:002020-11-20T20:07:16.783-07:00Peace In Gratitude ~<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiLJQ0Ur6Do6QkRne6R31BSWa09StdmypunMdMZty2UBesDAik-fZLDzdxlZeo8WTq6VYu72AXUc94dY3zIHZctdgPs5tseE6brcMExomMt10NJzBeYQZg2HcyV07UfqTczR6hSbqDrZQv/s1200/General%252BSocial%252BAssets-v032.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiLJQ0Ur6Do6QkRne6R31BSWa09StdmypunMdMZty2UBesDAik-fZLDzdxlZeo8WTq6VYu72AXUc94dY3zIHZctdgPs5tseE6brcMExomMt10NJzBeYQZg2HcyV07UfqTczR6hSbqDrZQv/w640-h640/General%252BSocial%252BAssets-v032.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span><span style="font-family: arial;">Today I have deep gratitude in my heart for our beloved living Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson. I know deep within my heart that he is a true Prophet to the world. Today, he delivered to the world a video message. I pray That all of our brothers and sisters throughout the world of different faiths will watch this. I know if you will listen to this message, you will receive peace in your heart and the courage to go on during difficult circumstances. Our Prophet has given us a way to draw closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ. #GiveThanks
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</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Here President Nelson is sharing with us how he received the inspiration for this video. I know that our Prophet receives revelation. He encourages us all to seek our own revelations for our lives. I know I have a loving Heavenly Father that I can pray to anytime, anywhere. I know I have our Savior, Jesus Christ, always there to walk beside me during the challenges of life. I am grateful for the moments I have when I feel the spirit whispering truth, peace, comfort, and direction. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeGJivI9_A83OE2aK8jLYzE-ck6U_1SpDzzLfErbgxsttOosNqRrKb7CHf9rFgYQZxlqQVQW2U1sPRNqARIRA6E3SUMzEfpp02jE-BnexY48BpkqdXjq4KgsbweQJ0UxeCiiJ8ConWQKcs/s1200/General%252BSocial%252BAssets-v034.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeGJivI9_A83OE2aK8jLYzE-ck6U_1SpDzzLfErbgxsttOosNqRrKb7CHf9rFgYQZxlqQVQW2U1sPRNqARIRA6E3SUMzEfpp02jE-BnexY48BpkqdXjq4KgsbweQJ0UxeCiiJ8ConWQKcs/w640-h640/General%252BSocial%252BAssets-v034.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Sans", Arial, "noto sans", sans-serif; font-size: 2rem;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Sans", Arial, "noto sans", sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> An Unexpected Awakening</span></span><p></p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">Have you ever had the experience of waking up in the middle of the night with a distinct thought or impression? Since beginning my ministry as the President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I’ve had my share of unexpected awakenings. Many of these have proven to be special and sacred moments from God. I want to share one such experience related to the special video message that was released today, November 20, 2020.</p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">A few weeks ago, I woke in the middle of the night with the thought that I should offer a prayer of gratitude to God for all of His children around the globe. Thoughts flooded my mind of all of the things for which we should be grateful and how expressing that gratitude could become a healing spirit in our lives. As the inspiration came, specific details, including when and how I should share this message, came to my mind and heart. The video message shared today was not one that came by chance; it is one that came from heaven.</p><h2 class="sc-42v4-0 fQwLnn sc-htoDjs gkUsyu" data-rte-class="cms-Headings-H2" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Sans", Arial, "noto sans", sans-serif; font-size: 2rem; font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.2; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 4rem; margin: 0px; outline: 0px;">One of the Greatest Gifts of God</h2><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">Since my service as President of the Church in 2018, one of the things the Spirit has repeatedly impressed upon my mind is how willing the Lord is to reveal His mind and will. The marvelous privilege of receiving revelation is one of the greatest gifts of God to His children—available to every one of us.</p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">No matter who you are, you can pray to your Heavenly Father for guidance and direction in your life. If you learn to hear the Lord through His promptings, you may receive divine guidance in matters large and small.</p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">I am grateful for the awakenings I have received in my life that have helped me to know that the heavens really are open today. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, is the greatest example of both heeding the will of His Father and giving thanks in all things.</p><h2 class="sc-42v4-0 fQwLnn sc-htoDjs gkUsyu" data-rte-class="cms-Headings-H2" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Sans", Arial, "noto sans", sans-serif; font-size: 2rem; font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.2; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 4rem; margin: 0px; outline: 0px;">In Every Thing Give Thanks</h2><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">As I said in my video message, I have concluded that counting our blessings is far better than recounting our problems. No matter our situation, showing gratitude for our privileges is a unique, fast-acting, and long-lasting spiritual prescription. Simply stated, “In everything give thanks” (<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/1-thes/5.18?lang=eng#17?lang=eng" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #157493; margin-block-end: 0px; margin-block-start: 0px; outline: 0px;" target="_blank">1 Thessalonians 5:18</a>).</p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">Please consider accepting my invitation to flood social media for the next seven days with your own personal gratitude journal using #GiveThanks. And please join with me and others in thanking God through daily prayer. Prayers can bring forth miracles. May we all turn to God and more fully trust in Him. - </p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;">President Russell M. Nelson</p><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-align: center;">“Counting our blessings is far better than recounting our problems. No matter our situation, showing gratitude for our privileges is a unique, fast-acting, and long-lasting spiritual prescription.” —President Russell M. Nelson</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMmUzsTN-YMlXtWlZDrVRm-EW9xPeEPgHrhh6bNTwLzm3BABD6nAViygYARf0f3IgqOuOQEMb4UR9e4gaNuCYVbpYErtEArpGXgiMx6-szWd9gGzbontJx66DD_niIYWWklLHu9Ge8e8mC/s1200/GiveThanks_Infographic_Post_Alt_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMmUzsTN-YMlXtWlZDrVRm-EW9xPeEPgHrhh6bNTwLzm3BABD6nAViygYARf0f3IgqOuOQEMb4UR9e4gaNuCYVbpYErtEArpGXgiMx6-szWd9gGzbontJx66DD_niIYWWklLHu9Ge8e8mC/w640-h640/GiveThanks_Infographic_Post_Alt_2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p class="s945oy-0 cEkTRS sc-VigVT cZOXeJ" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; font-family: "Ensign:Serif", Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 1.125rem; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; outline: 0px;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/inspiration/the-story-behind-my-global-prayer-of-gratitude?lang=eng&cid=email-IN_RMN3_110220_PresNelsonExperience1b">#GiveThanks</a> <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng">#ChurchofJesusChrist.org</a></p>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-69625261894132628572020-11-19T16:20:00.002-07:002020-11-19T16:20:50.480-07:00Global Faith Leader To Offer A Message of Hope~<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkX_NPBx4DVs8HoIOnY8CNxIzw_Ome8ZhN1IvYxj2KXdra5ZSbTV2S2GY0uCUi4PwFM9Z9dcqJJC7D1Bz2OSWUmF75STJp7O7Zl5r-1y6BMfgKuhnrJay4rBjhRof4w2mf5ZCVechqiteW/s1200/Prophet+2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkX_NPBx4DVs8HoIOnY8CNxIzw_Ome8ZhN1IvYxj2KXdra5ZSbTV2S2GY0uCUi4PwFM9Z9dcqJJC7D1Bz2OSWUmF75STJp7O7Zl5r-1y6BMfgKuhnrJay4rBjhRof4w2mf5ZCVechqiteW/w640-h640/Prophet+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Our beloved Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, will be giving a message on Hope. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe President Nelson is a living Prophet to the world. Come listen to his inspiring message. You will feel the love of your Savior. His peace and comfort will be felt in our Prophet's message to the world. Here the ways to hear this message: </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><p></p><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; border-collapse: collapse; color: #201f1e; font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", "Segoe UI", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%px;"><tbody style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_defaultlink" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #252b33; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 38px;" valign="top">A Message of Hope and Healing for the World</td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="30" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 30px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/c16f2507-6f0d-4499-ad9d-ed18e2a1fdad" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top">President Russell M. Nelson was recently inspired to share a message with all of God’s children on November 20, 2020, about finding hope and healing in Christ.</td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/1f591e73-2b53-4b49-9f25-d7f7e71f1c24" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top">We invite all to participate on <b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">November 20, 2020, 11:00–11:15 a.m. mountain standard time.<br /><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #201f1e; font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", "Segoe UI", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%px;"><tbody style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><br />How to Watch</b></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="35" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 5px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/af8394d7-edaa-4fc9-83b9-64d41f0aafde" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top">His message will be shared worldwide in 31 languages. You can watch it live on <a data-auth="NotApplicable" fg_scanned="1" href="http://click.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/?qs=87239af28424c987dcc6a910eacacaf909f12b6cdba06350990511100758245ddcf6effcc6748babc53f91b54ddb5fdce6b860d06f683469" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; border: 0px; color: #177c9c; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">YouTube</a> and ChurchofJesusChrist.org or on-demand immediately afterward.<br /><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #201f1e; font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", "Segoe UI", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%px;"><tbody style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Invite Others to Watch</b></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #222325; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px;" valign="top">This message is for everyone. We encourage you to share it with family and friends. Here are some ways to share:<br /><br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></b></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"></tr></tbody></table><br />
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q6TUaXoT3oE" width="560"></iframe><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Please take a moment to watch this message; you will find peace and hope in your heart. This will help bring you healing through Christ. </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitNDLLXfFp7nywOyxi4TeDvuPS1TvxzIwPZXvfaVqaYNhLBfy-fd3ZEZUxQiJs085tMpu6TNCWL35JWyjfEPQ4Pxmh3A8WD__D6EriCp55-Ifuxv3qyI3jpZGftilRy2IPDR2e0bIOosHq/s1200/Prophet+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitNDLLXfFp7nywOyxi4TeDvuPS1TvxzIwPZXvfaVqaYNhLBfy-fd3ZEZUxQiJs085tMpu6TNCWL35JWyjfEPQ4Pxmh3A8WD__D6EriCp55-Ifuxv3qyI3jpZGftilRy2IPDR2e0bIOosHq/w640-h640/Prophet+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-53164582694975347182020-11-13T22:15:00.000-07:002020-11-13T22:15:42.816-07:00Blessings Of A Home Mission Training Center~<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p></p><p></p></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3wsHLTcd_9xJSwoyOa2bl-rfOwyLbbzEDLJxfSsMlWjuxiL8DUd6vBghdk0F9DJYGvAvqLTMQRj8Y_0k7ZloGd2xDQCtRkwmGAbH7H4_hFQY64csrt2W7RJ3oBwjThV4N_Aou4xIvGeEv/s2048/MTC+10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3wsHLTcd_9xJSwoyOa2bl-rfOwyLbbzEDLJxfSsMlWjuxiL8DUd6vBghdk0F9DJYGvAvqLTMQRj8Y_0k7ZloGd2xDQCtRkwmGAbH7H4_hFQY64csrt2W7RJ3oBwjThV4N_Aou4xIvGeEv/w640-h640/MTC+10.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">We had a spectacular blessing. We were able to have our Grandson, Elder Ethan Williams, here for two one half weeks for his <a href="https://thirdhour.org/blog/hasten/everything-about-online-mtc/">at-home MTC training</a> for imparting on his mission to the California, Los Angeles Mission. He arrived at our home on September 23rd, 2020. We prepared for his MTC experience by setting up his study room in our Library. His Grandpa had fun making welcome signs and actually finding the photos of his district. The district is comprised of 14 Elders and Sisters. Out of the 14, he was assigned a companion. All of them study together and do other training. Elder Williams and his companion had daily study time together and other times to just hang out. Of course, this is all done over Zoom.</span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="818" data-original-width="3068" height="171" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibO_aReEEyJXg07wKIwkWShHVUNippVYlXKFd-qrDvPDnXed9uXlSrt4oj5eAcSUpCawQxuRvrPCWRwUsiWw1tPcnjXJ_Yg24pXQdqo62zCcWsnrqsULyYX22Xf5rMWv0s94rheSX9bI2W/w640-h171/Ethan+7.jpg" width="640" /></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibO_aReEEyJXg07wKIwkWShHVUNippVYlXKFd-qrDvPDnXed9uXlSrt4oj5eAcSUpCawQxuRvrPCWRwUsiWw1tPcnjXJ_Yg24pXQdqo62zCcWsnrqsULyYX22Xf5rMWv0s94rheSX9bI2W/s3068/Ethan+7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Before, Elder Williams started his mission. He went to the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rexburg_Idaho_Temple">Rexburg Idaho Temple</a> on September 19th, to receive his endowment. We were blessed to be able to attend the temple with him and his family. It was such a special occasion. Those that attended were his brother Austin, who just returned from his two-year mission in Omaha, Nebraska; Amanda, his mom, his dad, Travis, Elder Williams and his brother in law Jaxson and sister, Justice are in the photo. We felt very blessed to be able to be there. We traveled up during a terrible storm, and when we arrived, it was raining hard and lightning. I was afraid to get out of the car. We barely made it there. I do think we were being watched over by angels. <br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0uAq1AzYSeFH9_dGoA4SOwY_01TLBqKRLvliGUqvLRibTPMRSFfHjkU1-F-mzwVBLyNxVjhEF-of0yb5jnDItpEF5doCU7VASJXhua4CfNhP-FZHq4cjsVVZauPBAtcMvdSa_ovU6gVy/s2048/Ethan+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0uAq1AzYSeFH9_dGoA4SOwY_01TLBqKRLvliGUqvLRibTPMRSFfHjkU1-F-mzwVBLyNxVjhEF-of0yb5jnDItpEF5doCU7VASJXhua4CfNhP-FZHq4cjsVVZauPBAtcMvdSa_ovU6gVy/w640-h640/Ethan+1.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">On September 23rd, Elder William's parents, Travis and Amanda, our son and daughter in law, brought him down to our home to start his MTC Training. We had a great visit with them. They then said their good-byes. It was hard for dear Amanda to leave this son. <br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-SWuyBzAdZ29qNTBCMcmuN8IkolRLvxqK6bhuvaTjteRB5PM9WEZm4lYSQazg1jfrr4vPPjMwZG7uqb_0SyLitMpvbb2etomMQIlxGwo92dAqXcobIbRGGEsEDH-VuOW4zFOOESnQ-Go_/s2048/PicMonkey+Image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1049" data-original-width="2048" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-SWuyBzAdZ29qNTBCMcmuN8IkolRLvxqK6bhuvaTjteRB5PM9WEZm4lYSQazg1jfrr4vPPjMwZG7uqb_0SyLitMpvbb2etomMQIlxGwo92dAqXcobIbRGGEsEDH-VuOW4zFOOESnQ-Go_/w640-h328/PicMonkey+Image.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The first weekend here, we had our Semi-Annual <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/general-conference?lang=eng">General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.</a> We were blessed to be able to watch two days of this inspiring and uplifting conference with Ethan. The messages were beautiful and gave us great hope in our <a href="https://jesuschrist.churchofjesuschrist.org/SonOfGod?lang=eng">Savior, Jesus Christ. </a><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXmk0zoBPDV2orqgsgxUerp8FxQSXkKL8HghHm40rLO6iWopWqLrRdeBw96Qy29_Oe76rgKixF3DEjHUyTd_oVONBsyH1Vhv0VERBBUKJAKOz5Xzr5T9ibTQRULsTIJOTxN9Uj7T1ris5j/s2048/Ethan+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXmk0zoBPDV2orqgsgxUerp8FxQSXkKL8HghHm40rLO6iWopWqLrRdeBw96Qy29_Oe76rgKixF3DEjHUyTd_oVONBsyH1Vhv0VERBBUKJAKOz5Xzr5T9ibTQRULsTIJOTxN9Uj7T1ris5j/w640-h640/Ethan+2.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Elder Ethan's Preparation Day was on the following Saturday. This is a day when on their mission, they can do their shopping, chores, etc. It's also a day when they can have an activity with their district. In the evening, they go back to their missionary endeavors. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Elder Williams didn't have any meetings until in the evening, so we took him down to Temple Square to enjoy the afternoon there. It was enjoyable. The <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/topics/salt-lake-temple?lang=eng">Salt Lake Temple</a> in the middle <a href="https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/plans-unveiled-salt-lake-temple-renovation">renovations</a>. We were able to see the progress on the temple, plus many fun areas surrounding it. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOI7MXxoQkkBuh94X-2xKlEJhwuNJ8wIW3TdHOUQbXczoNeHNhG4uGJZDRlK5pwlynzApTbbrGgeV2T5OZOK5RMk9xQwh98erbWj6NCcnPMUNh932oyIUcRtdg_tzFo10nRmzDYHiIF9cE/s1040/Ethan+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1040" data-original-width="740" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOI7MXxoQkkBuh94X-2xKlEJhwuNJ8wIW3TdHOUQbXczoNeHNhG4uGJZDRlK5pwlynzApTbbrGgeV2T5OZOK5RMk9xQwh98erbWj6NCcnPMUNh932oyIUcRtdg_tzFo10nRmzDYHiIF9cE/w456-h640/Ethan+3.jpg" width="456" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">There were some Sister Missionaries on temple square, and several of them stopped to ask what Elder Williams was doing and where he was going on his mission. He is a handsome young man, so I wasn't surprised. <br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgRE078fVYFJu4RUjnoKbk6uETIGdkjOwy42miyMgk_HlAIcln4w5tea6ZSbVLn84eTwFkNUF8uthU_UGeZ7SScy5XtUhK7juMp6jKzJAGM3yTZB3o_oB3ll1TvX97qONp6PfhAe2JQ6pB/s2048/Ethan+8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgRE078fVYFJu4RUjnoKbk6uETIGdkjOwy42miyMgk_HlAIcln4w5tea6ZSbVLn84eTwFkNUF8uthU_UGeZ7SScy5XtUhK7juMp6jKzJAGM3yTZB3o_oB3ll1TvX97qONp6PfhAe2JQ6pB/w640-h640/Ethan+8.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">It was fun to show him <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_Square">temple square </a>with other surrounding buildings. Most of the buildings were closed due to COVID 19. The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_Office_Building">church office building</a> is one of the taller buildings in Salt Lake. Normally, you can go to the top and see the Salt Lake Valley. It was fun for his Grandpa to talk with him about the history of the temple and area.</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAbBHHAkGsqnK7L55ttPz35rldpHH1J6ZDzEhMZ06GoerypIzazYOHqBXqQb1eRy7ZmpK0rmKJBxC4qAqew4YAjXiX01wRuvkEdiSZn1oTNj1SPzGiyfkI3g_qSrkBbDi0QNpfbYSUvnK/s2048/Ethan+11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAbBHHAkGsqnK7L55ttPz35rldpHH1J6ZDzEhMZ06GoerypIzazYOHqBXqQb1eRy7ZmpK0rmKJBxC4qAqew4YAjXiX01wRuvkEdiSZn1oTNj1SPzGiyfkI3g_qSrkBbDi0QNpfbYSUvnK/w640-h640/Ethan+11.jpg" width="640" /></a><div><p><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> <span style="color: black;">The Last Saturday that Elder Williams was with us, his parents got permission from his Stake President in Rexburg to come down for his last P-day. They came down, and after his morning meeting, he could go with them for the day. They had a great time together. His Dad, Mom, Elder Ethan, his little sister, Haven, and his other siblings Karli, Layton, and Justice. The are in the photo above. When they came back; it was time for good-bys. That is a difficult moment because they won't see this beloved son and brother for two years. However, he can talk with them weekly, or email. This has been a big blessing for missionaries in this era. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Yes, it was one more moment of good-bys for everyone. A few tears were shed on this one, especially for the Mom. It brought back memories of sending 4 of my children off on missions. I was a bit teary too. </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcQZo8B5iSvhc5DvAy3Xwq1g5MAnNbOvFf5stq5IRNKnZURFkBftdIQCAmXOOtaMWzM5di5QGEF27yjMhIdBXIEfMLxBKlE8Gm8K4m4Ke9Ao5xlXUqMCXmsGUXh32TdeBRnlSuK7PAwXbW/s2048/Ethan+12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcQZo8B5iSvhc5DvAy3Xwq1g5MAnNbOvFf5stq5IRNKnZURFkBftdIQCAmXOOtaMWzM5di5QGEF27yjMhIdBXIEfMLxBKlE8Gm8K4m4Ke9Ao5xlXUqMCXmsGUXh32TdeBRnlSuK7PAwXbW/w640-h640/Ethan+12.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">October 11th, 2020, we spent a delightful Sabbath day with our Grandson. This experience having having him in our home was the best. He was busy in meetings on Zoom with his district and the teachers everyday, but we did have choice times when we could visit with him. Especially, meal times were extra sweet. His Grandpa had some great missionary conversations with Ethan. Both of us have served missions. My husband has served 6 missions and I have served 5. We have had a lot of experience in missionary work so it was fun to share missionary moments, both joyful ones and difficult ones too.</span></div></blockquote></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Monday, October 12th, Elder Ethan Williams was up early preparing for his afternoon flight to his mission area of Los Angeles, California. When the time was drawing nigh, I was starting to feel sad, he was leaving. It has been such a priveledge for us. It gave as a unique opportunity to grow closer to this beloved grandson. As we took him to the airport, had our finally hugs; we were in tears as he rolled his suitcases to the entrance. We know this young man will be a powerful missionary. He has a solid testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His mission won't be an easy one. He will be quarantined and have all the Covid restrictions for California. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">We are very proud of his decision to serve our Heavenly Father for two years. I also love that this young man worked hard to save the money to pay for his own mission. </span> </p></div></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The missionaries today are doing a lot of reaching out through the various media sources and do teaching by Zoom and Facetime. Our missionaries are finding great sucess and having baptisms too. </span></p></div></blockquote><p><span style="font-family: arial;"> Here is a link to tell about our <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Missionary_Training_Center">Mission Training Centers</a> that are now closed because of COVID 19 If you would like to learn more about online Training and a Virtual MTC; you can read about it <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/church/news/what-online-training-and-a-virtual-mtc-mean-for-missionaries-and-their-instructors?lang=eng">here. </a> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Update:</b> To all my wonderful blogging friends, a few thoughts. It has been a while since I have written a blog. I hope to be back a little more often. I know we all have struggles with the COVID 19 restrictions and with the other chaos that surrounds us. However, not long ago, Elder Rasband, one of our Apostles asked the question; what are we learning from this experience? I will say I have learned many lessons. It has opened up to me important questions about how I am doing with my own faith and hope in the future. I am focusing on our Savior, Jesus Christ and through Him, I am finding peace and hope in my day. I pray that a treatment will be found and a vaccine will come soon; so we may have a more normal life. I pray for our world, nation, and my dear friends; you included, that your families and you will find peace and happiness each day. I have deep gratitude to our loving Heavenly Father for countless blessing through this all. May you all feel and know the love our Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ have for you. I know we are all God's children and He loves us all and wants us to come unto Him through our Savior, Jesus Christ. </span></p><br /></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6365502408895918646.post-51132268017693569332020-09-30T17:44:00.006-06:002020-09-30T17:47:19.026-06:00Take Time To "Hear Him" ~<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvUqTr0-Jz6uH0fptsADv1aFxtqIgzNGdFVkmv1aEqCJuH5GPazFyNDE31zw8TIw8cLQwGAqkxxY9NXjMmA_Z0fskvsSfU0J83nvFTaXiJergeASlV12BcH4CTT0HMyEnWvDiIobvnlO9a/s800/share_the_light.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvUqTr0-Jz6uH0fptsADv1aFxtqIgzNGdFVkmv1aEqCJuH5GPazFyNDE31zw8TIw8cLQwGAqkxxY9NXjMmA_Z0fskvsSfU0J83nvFTaXiJergeASlV12BcH4CTT0HMyEnWvDiIobvnlO9a/w640-h640/share_the_light.png" width="640" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">On Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4th, 2020, we look forward to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Semi-Annual General Conference. This is an opportunity for all the world to listen to a Living Prophet and Apostles. It is a time to receive personal direction, uplifting thoughts, and comfort from the messages delivered.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Core beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are expressed in what is known as; "Articles of Faith". The 6th Article states: "<span class="verse-number" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">6 </span><span style="background-color: white;">We believe in the same </span><a class="study-note-ref" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/#note6a" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><sup class="marker" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">a</sup>organization</a><span style="background-color: white;"> that existed in the Primitive Church, namely, apostles, </span><a class="study-note-ref" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/#note6b" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><sup class="marker" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">b</sup>prophets</a><span style="background-color: white;">, </span><a class="study-note-ref" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/#note6c" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><sup class="marker" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">c</sup>pastors</a><span style="background-color: white;">, </span><a class="study-note-ref" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/#note6d" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><sup class="marker" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">d</sup>teachers</a><span style="background-color: white;">, </span><a class="study-note-ref" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/#note6e" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><sup class="marker" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">e</sup>evangelists</a><span style="background-color: white;">, and so forth. These offices are found within the restored church of Jesus Christ.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN-xKY14S9PBtwy7JUGm2ItKTzTakJbG4x5xaJJxoa6KPA7aGg2L6k2LmPorF3EgQmhB23i9FZq1NcZ2iILvn-peLbDmRiTrJ2xgbGSobF2BuB8MZvXAyZNj-hbv5jNYbBd-vryTLDY_Xx/s2048/Presidency+and+Quorum+of+twelve.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN-xKY14S9PBtwy7JUGm2ItKTzTakJbG4x5xaJJxoa6KPA7aGg2L6k2LmPorF3EgQmhB23i9FZq1NcZ2iILvn-peLbDmRiTrJ2xgbGSobF2BuB8MZvXAyZNj-hbv5jNYbBd-vryTLDY_Xx/w640-h640/Presidency+and+Quorum+of+twelve.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Top left Photo; President Russell M. Nelson - Top right Photo; The First Presidency - Pres. Dallen H. Oaks and President Henry B. Eyring. The bottom Photo is the Quorum of Twelve Apostles.</span></b></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Today our living Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, is the 17th Prophet of the church in this dispensation of the Fullness of Times. He recently turned 96 years old. He is an incredible man. Here is a little of his history.</span></div></span></div><p></p><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizfGILXp0Y90ZScmkQRbKXDBcsLe6XtBsgURIUfPjBaNndnYzi087AaZBBRqcUaj_-hQA0ycRUCLUqHWEorok08KDtoVq-n1CJPbAWuaypu2rivdiPY8lNSUG-7CO7CnPPd8QRAn1GvhEk/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizfGILXp0Y90ZScmkQRbKXDBcsLe6XtBsgURIUfPjBaNndnYzi087AaZBBRqcUaj_-hQA0ycRUCLUqHWEorok08KDtoVq-n1CJPbAWuaypu2rivdiPY8lNSUG-7CO7CnPPd8QRAn1GvhEk/w640-h640/image.png" width="640" /></a></div><br />Born September 9, 1924, President Nelson is the son of Marion C. and Edna Anderson Nelson. He and his wife, the former Dantzel White, have ten children. Sister Nelson passed away in February 2005. In April 2006, he married Wendy L. Watson.</span><span style="font-family: arial;">Professional Life</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Prior to his service as head of the Church, President Nelson served as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles from July 15, 2015, until his call as the Church's leader. He has served as a member of that quorum since April 7, 1984.</span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">An internationally renowned surgeon and medical researcher, Dr. Nelson received his B.A. and M.D. degrees from the University of Utah (1945, 47). Honorary scholastic societies include Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha. He served his residency in surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and at the University of Minnesota, where he was awarded his Ph.D. Degree in 1954. He also received honorary degrees of Doctor of Science from Brigham Young University in 1970, Doctor of Medical Science from Utah State University in 1989, and Doctor of Humane Letters from Snow College in 1994.</span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">His professional work included the positions of research professor of surgery and director of the Thoracic Surgery Residency at the <nobr style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block-start: 0px; outline: 0px !important;"><a class="pxInta" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng#" id="PXLINK_3_0_3" style="background-color: transparent !important; border-bottom-color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; border-bottom-style: solid !important; border-image: initial !important; border-left-color: initial !important; border-left-style: initial !important; border-right-color: initial !important; border-right-style: initial !important; border-top-color: initial !important; border-top-style: initial !important; border-width: 0px 0px 1px !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; display: inline !important; margin-block-start: 0px; outline: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 1px !important;">University of</a></nobr> Utah and chairman of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at <nobr style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block-end: 0px; outline: 0px !important;"><a class="pxInta" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng#" id="PXLINK_2_0_2" style="background-color: transparent !important; border-bottom-color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; border-bottom-style: solid !important; border-image: initial !important; border-left-color: initial !important; border-left-style: initial !important; border-right-color: initial !important; border-right-style: initial !important; border-top-color: initial !important; border-top-style: initial !important; border-width: 0px 0px 1px !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; display: inline !important; margin-block-end: 0px; outline: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 1px !important;">LDS</a></nobr> Hospital in Salt Lake City.</span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Author of numerous publications and chapters in medical textbooks, President Nelson lectured and visited professionally throughout the United States and in many other nations prior to his call as a General Authority. A host of awards and honors have come to him, including the Distinguished Alumni Award, University of Utah; the Heart of Gold from the American Heart Association; a citation for International Service from the American Heart Association; and the Golden Plate Award, presented by the American Academy of Achievement. He has been awarded honorary professorships from three universities in the People's Republic of China.</span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Dr. Nelson has served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery, a director of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, chairman of the Council on <nobr style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-block-end: 0px; margin-block-start: 0px; outline: 0px !important;"><a class="pxInta" href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng#" id="PXLINK_0_0_0" style="background-color: transparent !important; border-bottom-color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; border-bottom-style: solid !important; border-image: initial !important; border-left-color: initial !important; border-left-style: initial !important; border-right-color: initial !important; border-right-style: initial !important; border-top-color: initial !important; border-top-style: initial !important; border-width: 0px 0px 1px !important; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(28, 125, 255) !important; display: inline !important; margin-block-end: 0px; margin-block-start: 0px; outline: 0px !important; padding-bottom: 1px !important;">Cardiovascular</a></nobr> Surgery for the American Heart Association, and president of the Utah State Medical Association.</span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">President Nelson has held numerous positions of responsibility in the Church. He served as stake president of the Bonneville Stake from 1964 to June 1971, when he was called as general president of the Sunday School. Prior to his call to the Quorum of the Twelve, he was serving as a Regional Representative assigned to the Kearns Utah Region. He had previously served as Regional Representative for Brigham Young University. <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng">( The Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints)</a></span></div><div class="s945oy-0 cwNwqL a1mtb-0 iLxCIp" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #212225; line-height: 1.6; margin-block-end: 1rem; margin-block-start: 0.5rem; margin-inline-end: 0px; margin-inline-start: 0px; outline: 0px; text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXQbEm7Y_9Q5yWLVN_GYHUEP1Y_4mtrN8zF_NerWp8esdAQAw6Qc9c5qEBVAYvpUTxt6nJJe0di1KT-rHvXpAPsOWaScatDmEa0NHiJZyATQ_QV0hYvRD6xUFinWwYHr9IpB0Rh2-TUwIT/s2048/Pres.+Nelson+Travels.jpg" style="font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXQbEm7Y_9Q5yWLVN_GYHUEP1Y_4mtrN8zF_NerWp8esdAQAw6Qc9c5qEBVAYvpUTxt6nJJe0di1KT-rHvXpAPsOWaScatDmEa0NHiJZyATQ_QV0hYvRD6xUFinWwYHr9IpB0Rh2-TUwIT/w640-h640/Pres.+Nelson+Travels.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><p><span style="font-family: arial;">During the past two years, President Nelson traveled to many nations throughout the world, visiting church members; meeting also with heads of state and other faith leaders. Here is a great<a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2019-09-0020-president-russell-m-nelson-there-is-much-more-to-come-eng?lang=eng"> video</a> documenting some of his travels. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is a link to learn about "General Conference", and how to access it. <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2019-09-0020-president-russell-m-nelson-there-is-much-more-to-come-eng?lang=eng">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2019-09-0020-president-russell-m-nelson-there-is-much-more-to-come-eng?lang=eng</a></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2019-09-0020-president-russell-m-nelson-there-is-much-more-to-come-eng?lang=eng"> </a> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">An invitation from our Prophet: </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"></span></p><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; border-collapse: collapse; color: #201f1e; font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", "Segoe UI", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%px;"><tbody style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Dear brothers and sisters,</span></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/845ce9b1-addd-4122-9e56-0e64ddc452e7" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">A pandemic cannot and will not stop the Lord from embracing us. His love is constant. He never stops watching over us. He has promised that He will be on our right hand and on our left, that His Spirit will be in our hearts, and that even His angels will surround us (see Doctrine and Covenants 84:88).</span></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/0ad312ef-c962-4995-8245-d8fecb81c26d" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">You and I have a special opportunity to feel His love during the upcoming general conference on October 3 and 4. I pray that you and your family are preparing to hear the words the Lord will speak to you through His servants.</span></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/4e8db1ad-9c4a-4835-9eb7-848108973ad3" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">I also hope that you will prayerfully consider inviting friends and family, including those of other faiths, to watch general conference so that they too may feel the Lord’s embrace.</span></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/26aa38fd-af5f-44bb-909b-2955f82b8388" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Sincerely,</span></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td height="20" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; height: 20px;"><img border="0" data-connectorsauthtoken="1" data-imageproxyendpoint="/actions/ei" data-imageproxyid="" data-imagetype="External" height="1" originalsrc="http://image.email.churchofjesuschrist.org/lib/fe8a1372756d06747d/m/2/spacer.gif" src="blob:https://outlook.live.com/d85afc8d-127b-4484-8472-c5f4db652f83" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border: 0px; color: inherit; display: block; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" width="1" /></td></tr><tr style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><td align="left" class="x_em_blue_M" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; border-collapse: collapse; color: #212225; line-height: 24px;" valign="top"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">President Russell M. Nelson</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAVINkeN-J_7veUfQWV7eAZGgyNhNYeClMiA-Xhj3CHX6DA79ozRtA3hXNMY1kqdNYZHBva8I6lIP6qhXzwIA7kgknthG_oSJBGL12RYbwpgN8iuOnw3JNHKIm1vHHrOfmzju92hTiYXc/s640/unnamed.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAVINkeN-J_7veUfQWV7eAZGgyNhNYeClMiA-Xhj3CHX6DA79ozRtA3hXNMY1kqdNYZHBva8I6lIP6qhXzwIA7kgknthG_oSJBGL12RYbwpgN8iuOnw3JNHKIm1vHHrOfmzju92hTiYXc/w640-h640/unnamed.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><ul class="list-decor" style="background: 0px 0px rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.01); border: 0px; clear: left; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 20px; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; color: #646fae; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">#generalconference </span></li><li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; color: #646fae; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">#JesusChrist </span></li><li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; color: #646fae; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">#BookOfMormon</span></li><li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; color: #646fae; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">#loveoneanother</span></li><li style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; color: #646fae; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">#HearHim </span></li></ul></div>LeAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.com2