Friday, Aug 5th, 2022: Luna & the cows, Thompson's, Ace, Walmart for Mason jars, Ordered canner & vacuum sealer, Wendy's solar oven, Scarlett & Charlie, Clouds

 

London, England

12th operating temple

Dedicated: 7-9 Sept 1958

By: David O. McKay

Jesus Christ, Second Coming

D&C 110:16

Therefore, the keys of this dispensation are committed into your hands; and by this ye may know that the great and dreadful day of the Lord is near, even at the doors.

Book of Mormon

Alma 45:15-46:10

18 And when Alma had done this he departed out of the land of Zarahemla, as if to go into the land of Melek. And it came to pass that he was never heard of more; as to his death or burial we know not of. 

"Come Follow Me"

Job 38; 40; 42 God's perspective is greater than mine. Job 38-39

AprGenCon

"A Mighty Change Of Heart: 

'I Have Nothing More To Give You'"

Elder Eduardo Gavarret

Of the Seventy

How do we know that our heart is changing?

1. When we want to please God in all things.

2. When we treat others with love, respect, and consideration.

3. When we see that the attributes of Christ are becoming part of our character.

4. When we feel the guidance of the Holy Spirit more constantly.

5. When we keep a commandment that has been difficult for us to obey and then continue to live it.

"Ladder Of Faith"

Elder Larry S. Kacher

Of the Seventy

Elder Neal A. Maxwell taught: "Only by aligning our wills with God's is full happiness to be found. Anything less results in a lesser portion."

After doing "all things that lie in our power," then it is time to "stand still . . . to see the salvation of God."

My blood sugar was 128 this morning so it's going to be another low-carb day. James makes me tea, and we have prayer before he leaves for Thompson's. 

When I looked out the window I saw Luna standing at the fence as if she were a statue staring up the hill. If she was a dog her tail would have been out straight.

Watch horse Luna, all she needs is her 

tail sticking out straight.

I figured she was looking at something but I couldn't see what it was at first. A few minutes later a herd of black cows came down the hill, lingered awhile and then headed on down the road, hurrying up as James came behind them in the truck.

As I was listening to Elder Kacher's talk today this phrase caught my attention: "Unbelief blocks our ability to see miracles." 

As I was watching some of Wendy DeWitt's food storage videos this morning I decided I needed to go shopping and buy some Mason jars. I got ready to go to town, ordered a drink from my Sonic app, and away I went. My first stop was at the post office. It was quite productive. I got some of my supplies for Charlie's cake, the Minnie ears and bow, which seem a little small, but I think I can make them work, some fondant cutouts, and some sticky stuff to connect the fondant to the cake. We also got a check from the Quintana's for the land they are buying from us in Deming. 

After picking up my Sonic drink I went down to Ace to see if they had any jars. They did. For a dozen widemouth quart jars it cost me $19.99. That seemed awfully high but I bought them anyway.

When I got to Walmart I found Mason jars in two different places. I bought seven cases, 2 half pints, 4 pints, and 1 quarts. This will get me started. I will be canning meat and vacuum canning things like nuts, oats, chocolate, crackers, etc. I may even try some jar cakes and breads. 

When I got home I ordered the pressure canner I wanted and an attachment for my FoodSaver that will can Mason jars. Yay!

Chelsea MacArthur was supposed to come over today with her girls so they could play while we talked but her grandma came into town and she was over at her mom's all day. We rescheduled for next Thursday after school. 

No rain today which was good for James. He works such long hours when he's getting ready for a concrete pour. One other item we got in the mail today. James's results from his cancer bloodwork. He is now at a 0.8, the lowest he has ever been. He is so happy. He did this without taking the pills they recommended.

I would like to share something from the chapter I read in "The Redemption of the Bride". This is from chapter 8 "Bought With A Price: The Cup":

Each week, we have the opportunity to symbolically "stand in line" to receive the sacrament or communion cup. As we do so, we might imagine holding in our hands the bitter cup we have brewed for ourselves during the week. It might be full of anxieties, fears, failures, and a sense of shame as we contemplate its ingredients. But, as we quietly wait our turn and finally reach the head of the table, we might envision the Savior there, with hands pierced and eye filled, taking each cup from each individual and drinking it down. In its place, He offers us a new cup filled with pure and living water that cleanses and nourishes the souls as we partake of it.

Show Low Walmart

Love this picture!

Taylor Chaffin

Clouds

Wendy's solar oven

Driving the herd

That's Maximus in the back and the rest

are his family.