Porto Alegre, Brazil
102nd operating temple
Dedicated: 17 Dec 2000
By: Gordon B. Hinckley
Jesus Christ, Second Comforter
D&C 67:10
And again, verily I say unto you that it is your privilege, and a promise I give unto you that have been ordained unto this ministry, that inasmuch as you strip yourselves from jealousies and fears, and humble yourselves before me, for ye are not sufficiently humble, the veil shall be rent and you shall see me and know that I am - not with the carnal neither natural mind, but with the spiritual.
Book of Mormon
Mosiah 29:16-32
"Come Follow Me"
Numbers 23-24
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AprGenCon
"Covenants with God Strengthen, Protect, and Prepare Us for Eternal Glory"
Jean B. Bingham
Relief Society General President
Those who have been baptized covenanted on that never-to-be-forgotten day to take Jesus Christ's name upon them, to always remember Him, to keep His commandments, and to serve Him to the end. When we do these things, Heavenly Father promises to forgive our sins and give us the companionship of the Holy Ghost. These blessings start us on the path that, if we press forward and endure to the end, will allow us to live with Him and His Son in the celestial kingdom. Every baptized person has the promise of these privileges if she or he keeps the covenant made that special day.
Today we left for the temple a little before 5:30. Our prep meeting starts at 6:30. My favorite, the Seaman's are presiding today. I had the opportunity to be in initiatory three times today. It is my favorite except it is difficult for me to stand that long. I told Sister Howcraft if I could do clothing first, where I could sit a few minutes, it would be great. She said she would make a note and she would allow me to be in clothing first as much as possible.
I was in the baptistry first thing this morning but the sad thing is the group that had scheduled did not show up. I don't think people realize that when they schedule a time in the temple, the temple workers look forward to serving them and it is kind of a heartbreak when they don't come. While I was in the baptistry I did get to talk with Sister Frei. When she found out I lived in Vernon she said they loved to go camping near Vernon up near Gillespie Flat. She said they were planning on camping there Memorial Day weekend. I told her they might want to check and make sure the forest is open.
At 11:30 I went down to be the greeter near the front desk. Sister Seaman was at the front desk which was quite unusual. Someone was called away to help at the veil so she was filling in. I helped her for a few minutes until one of the brethren showed up. I then went to the greeter position in front of the stained glass window, behind the recommend desk.
James came out of the dressing room with his street clothes on, ready to go home. I told him I had to finish here and then help at the veil. About that time Sister Hamblin, the sister coordinator for our shift, came over and said to me, go, your husband is leaving, you go too.
I asked, "Are you sure?" She said yes, and sat in the greeter's chair as I went to the dressing room. When I left I gave her a big hug and told her I would give her a kiss but it might not be appropriate in the temple.
James and I had decided we wanted to try the Asian Bistro over across from Walmart. I was there when it first opened a few years ago but I really couldn't remember much about it. It has a big variety of choices for such a small place. I ordered orange chicken with noodles. The noodles are $3 more than rice. James got scallops with a garlic sauce, vegetables and noodles. Our food was great. I took half of my food home. Although we loved the food, it was quite expensive. It cost us almost $40 for lunch which included the tip.
We also stopped at Walmart so James could get some juice.
As soon as we got home James and I both took a nap. There is something about working in the temple, as much as we love it, that wears us out.
The first thing I did when I got home was take a nap. When I got up from my nap I made some frosting and frosted my cherry chip cake.
Here is what it looked like when it was done.
We arrived at the ward party at the Wallace's after six. Most people were either in line getting food or sitting down and eating. We got in line next to Sue Hubble. Her granddaughters, Kaylynn 4 and Sky 2 were already eating. We had bbq pork and beef and lots of sides and desserts. When I looked over at my cake on the dessert table it was half gone. James said it went very quickly. I guess he was keeping an eye on it. Catherine came over and wanted to talk about the Grapp's. She said on the way home she is going to stop at Thomas's grandmother's. Her name is Rikki. She did stop by and Rikki told her she did not know they were moving until right before they left. They are in Ohio. Catherine kept telling me she didn't think they were in Ohio but now she knows they are.
I took Kaylynn and Sky over to the playground so Sue could eat her dinner. Kaylynn kept calling me grandma. James came over and she called him grandpa.
The Wallace's is the perfect place to have a party. There is plenty to do, there are big shade trees, a pavillion for food and even a place to dance. It was beautiful weather and we are so glad we came. James visited with Brother Greg Anderson and the bishop told them both that the fireside last night where they both spoke, was the best he had ever attended. I am sure they were glad to receive the bishop's approval.
Scallops with veggies and noodles
Orange chicken and noodles
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The Wallace's
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