Tuesday, July 11th, 2017

Taipai, Taiwan

31st operating temple

Dedicated: 17-18 Nov 1984 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

Atonement

Romans 3:25

Jesus Christ

Romans 6:3; 1 Cor. 2:2; 12:3; Ephesians 2:20.

Alma 31:1-23

*How is the word more powerful on the minds of the people than the sword?

DC 101:13-24

16-21, Zion and her stakes will be established; 

What did I learn from today's verses?

*13 Scattered shall be gathered.

14 All who mourn shall be comforted.

15 They who have given their lives for Christ shall be crowned.

16 Let your hearts be comforted. All flesh is in the Lord's hand. Be still and know that I am God.

24 Every corruptible thing shall be consumed.

General Conference

Becoming a Disciple of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Elder Robert D. Hales

"Peter explains, 'add to your faith virtue.' This virtue is more than sexual purity. It is cleanliness and holiness in mind and body. Virture is also power. As we faithfully live the gospel, we will have power to be virtuous in every thought, feeling, and action. Our minds become more receptive to the promptings of the Holy Ghost and the Light of Christ. We embody Christ not only in what we say and do but also in who we are."

Again Sheri and I made a big breakfast this morning. She did bacon and eggs and I did hashbrowns. 

When Sheri went for her run this morning the temperature was in the 70's, a little different from the valley runs.

Before they leave for home Ben, Sheri and I play another game of Five Crowns. I was ahead most of the game but again Ben pulled it out in the end. I am beginning to think that he is unbeatable.

Everyone gave me a hug before leaving except for Sheri and Evan. Ian even gave me his yucca walking stick.

Trezise's and one Lambson

Alex is in England visiting with his

aunt and uncle and his cousins.

James had to pick up some poles in town too big to fit in the car so he took his truck, which basically has no brakes. He wanted me to go with him but I declined. I was exhausted and didn't feel like putting my life on the line. I stayed home and watched a couple of Hallmark movies.  I didn't ask for them, but I am sad when James gets home and doesn't have any tacos. It is taco Tuesday after all.

The rest of the day is pretty relaxing. At one point we read from "The Reluctant Duchess" out on the deck.  I think the last week or so is catching up with me and tomorrow we have to go to the valley.

Joshua in his Dr. Who t-shirt that Uncle Jeff

and Aunt Tara gave him.

I love this thought.

I am looking forward to this day.