Friday, February 15th, 2019

Adelaide, Australia

89th operating temple

Dedicated: 15 June 2000

By: Gordon B. Hincley

Jesus Christ, Divine Sonship

John 6:69

And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.

Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 8:1-25

*God will gather his saints and comfort Zion.

Why do you think so many people put so much trust in the things of men instead of trying to get close to the Lord?

- Elder Scott counseled: "Trust in God ... no matter how challenging the circumstance. ... Your peace of mind, your assurance of answers to vexing problems, your ultimate joy depend upon your trust in Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ" ("The Sustaining Power of Faith in Time of Uncertainty and Testing," Ensign, May 2003, 76.78).

New Testament "Come Follow Me"

John 2:1-11; John 3:1-21 I must be born again to enter the kingdom of God.

"Living Water to Quench Spiritual Thirst" Joseph B. Wirthlin, April, 1995

Ensign

"Finding Peace in the Storm of Addiction" Chakell Wardleigh

General Conference

Divine Discontent

Michelle D. Craig

"Never suppress a generous thought. Sometimes when I have an impression to do something for someone, I wonder if it was a prompting or just my own thoughts. But I am reminded that 'that which is of God inviteth and enticeth to do good continually; wherefore every thing which inviteth and enticeth to do good, and to love God, and to serve him, is inspired of God.' Whether they are direct promptings or just impulses to help, a good deed is never wasted, for 'charity never faileth' and is never the wrong response."

The Joy of Unselfish Service

Christina B. Franco 

President Dallin H. Oaks taught: "Our Savior gave Himself in unselfish service. He taught that each of us should follow Him by denying ourselves of selfish interests in order to serve others. He continued: A familiar example of losing ourselves in the service of others ... is the sacrifice parents make for their children. Mothers suffer pain and loss of personal priorities and comforts to bear and rear each child. Fathers adjust their lives and priorities to support a family. ..."

My right knee hurts. Is 15,000 too many steps?

"It is not possible for you to sink

lower than the infinite light of Christ's Atonement shines." 

I love this quote because it gives so much hope to us and our loved one.

I also love the article I read in the Ensign, "Finding Peace in the Storm of Addiction."

James has a theory about moisture: "Timing is more important than quantity, but it's important to have quantity in the winter time. 6" rain or 2' of snow in the winter is good because it slowly seeps into the ground. A light rain after the snow is good because moisture soaked in won't dry out because it stays wet on the top of the ground." So scientific honey. I am impressed!

The research about scanners continues and James is learning alot of valuable information. The reason we bought a scanner is to take with us when we are locally buying/sourcing books. We can scan the ISBN and find out the sales ranking and what it is selling for on Amazon. This will help us decide if we want to buy the book or not. 

Something exciting happened today for missionaries and their families. Normally on p-day missionaries can send and receive emails from family and friends. Now missionaries can initiate a skype, Facetime, text, or phone call to family and friends. Sheri is so excited that Ben will be able to text or talk to Max who really needs him right now.

We attended the 4 p.m. endowment session at the temple today. Our friends, the Applegate's, were also in the session. This is their regular time for going to the temple. After the session we were in the Celestial Room and a tall, handsome young man came up to us and asked if we were the Lambson's. Yes we are. He introduced himself as Joshua Van Vleet. He grew up in our ward in Chandler. Nancy, his mom is a good friend and works with Sheri at Chandler Eyecare. He and his wife Katie live in Snowflake. Katie says she grew up in the same ward as Trina. I am so glad Joshua recognized us because we would never had recognized him.

I am so grateful to have a temple close by. There is nothing that feels better than going to the temple.!

We left 9 cards that need baptism in our stake file in the credenza. Maxine is going to pick them up in the morning when the youth from our ward come to do baptisms. In return James took one of her brothers names through the endowment session today.

This was part of the "Come Follow Me" lesson this week.

I always have wondered why a snake was used as a type and a shadow of the Savior.

A typical breakfast: toast with butter, and jam

a slice of ham cut in half with melted cheese

in between. Delicious!

 Our little bookworm

 What a great Valentine's gift Brother Tomlinson!

From my boss, Sister Applegate:

 Quilted by my friend Kate

 Would love to take the family here:

 Snowflake temple

Saturday, September 8th, 2018

Adelaide, Australia

89th operating temple

Dedicated: 15 June 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Crucifixion

Mark 15:15

And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified.

Book of Mormon

Alma 63:1-17

*Just like the Nephites, we are continually marching to battle. How do I remain humble and refrain from pride?

-By remembering all the Lord has done for me and how much I need Him. By repenting and striving to do His will, and putting Him first in my life.

Old Testament

Proverbs 18-20

General Conference

Young Women in the Work

Bonnie L. Oscarson

"One of the best ways to increase feelings of self-worth is to show, through our concern and service to others, that we have much of worth to contribute. I encourage you young women to raise your hands to volunteer and to put those hands to work when you see needs around you. As you fulfill your covenant responsibilities and participate in building the kingdom of God, blessings will flow into your life and you'll discover the deep and lasting joy of discipleship."

Saving Ordinances Will Bring Us Marvelous Light

Elder Taniela B. Wakolo

"I invite each of us to ask ourselves, 'What ordinances, including the sacrament, do I need to receive, and what covenants do I need to make, keep, and honor?' I promise that participating in ordinances and honoring the associated covenants will bring you marvelous light and protection in this ever-darkening world."

We did our scriptures and conference talks on the way to the Snowflake temple this morning. 

The Palmer's were our instructor's and officiator's. We watched a couple of films on the new name and the first name of the individual on the card. 

My first assignment was at the top of the stairs to greet people as they came in for the 8 am session. Next I was greeter 3 behind the recommend desk. A new wooden handmade vase was on top of the credenza and Sister Sauwen and Brother Farr and I were admiring it and wondering how it was made. The brother who made it is a temple worker here in Snowflake. His name is Brother Rowell.

I worked in initiatory and then had my break with Sister Bowers. I found out that she is from east Texas and she has a daughter named Samantha Cumoux who lives in Tyler, Texas. It's a small world.

I was assistant sealing director under the stairs for an hour, working with Sister Flake in the sealing room, helping prepare people's names that they want to seal today. I helped the Lofgreen's, the Fish's, and a Sister Fulton.

I was greeter 1 and 3, did initiatory again and my last assignment was in the Celestial room. 

For potluck we took the loaf of whole wheat bread Sister Grapp made us along with some cream cheese, butter, and Sister Crane's jalapeno jelly. The Bradshaw's loved the jelly and Sister Bradshaw begged James to get the recipe for her. I'm not sure Kathy will give it out since she sells the jelly.

We spent a quiet afternoon and evening at home after stopping at El Cupido's for lunch. My Big Jake burrito will last me at least 24 hours. I put a rack of baby back ribs in the crockpot to cook. Tomorrow I will put them on the grill or under the broiler to finish them off. They won't be smoked but they will be good.

 Family Search sent me this information on my

great, great grandfather. When I looked him up,

someone had also posted his life story.

I am grateful to know I have a Nauvoo pioneer in

my ancestry.

 Time passes so quickly! This was Addy's

baptism day.

Charlie Mae:

Dressed and ready to go