Saturday, March 3rd, 2018

Spokane, Washington

59th operating temple

Dedicated: 21-23 Aug 1999

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ Authority of

Hebrews 12:2
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Book of Mormon
2 Nephi 25:1-13*How would you explain our gospel in plainness to help a child or investigator understand our beliefs?
Old Testament
Numbers 9
Israel is again commanded to keep the Passover - A cloud rests upon the tabernacle by day and by night, plus a fire by night - When the cloud rests, Israel camps; when it lifts they journey.
General Conference

Value Beyond Measure

Joy D. Jones

" If the love we feel for the Savior and what He did for us is greater than the energy we give to weaknesses, self-doubts or bad habits, then He will help us overcome the things which cause suffering in our lives. He saves us from ourselves."

I ordered a book this morning: "A Reason for Faith: Navigating LDS Doctrine and Church History." It may help to answer some of the questions Alex and others have about the Church.

We started our fast today around 1:30. James wants us to fast for better health and less pain. 

It is very windy today. I feel like maybe we should be praying for more moisture again. 

I colored my hair today, something I haven't done for a long time. The reason I decided to was I got a good look at my hair in the mirror in Addy's bathroom and I realized it looks really washed out. I like how it turned out and so does James.

I also gave James a haircut. It is not perfect but it looks much better than it did.

I prepared my Primary lesson, "Jehovah Covenants with Abraham." The wicked priests are ready to sacrifice Abraham until an angel of the Lord comes to save him. The facsimile in the scriptures show the angel of the Lord as a bird. 

James and I watched the second episode of this year's "When Calls the Heart." He decided he was going to sleep on the recliner so he could sit up and hopefully breathe better. I slept in the bed by myself. Although it seemed to me that I had some night time visitors.

 Too bad I can't look this good.

The Chaffin's. I was her visiting teacher

until they moved to Deming.

Paul and Joshua take an early morning

hike up South Mountain.

My She shed. I wonder if James

will by it for me for my birthday.

Sunday, October 20, 2013

I got up this morning and colored my hair because yesterday James told me he saw lots of gray.  I should have taken my shower before James took his bath because he used most of the hot water.

We got a text from Presidential Realty today.  The buyer wants to reduce the price by $100,000.  No thank you Layne Peterson from Silver Creek Investment, we will pass.  It is very discouraging!

Today is Lannie Gillespie's birthday and I had a gift for her but I forgot to bring it.  James was coming later so I called and asked him to bring it.  He did, but he dropped the card.  He goes home to get it before going to Show Low to visit the Country Club Manor Elder's Quorum.  I do appreciate him.  Lannie is such a dear friend and I am so grateful to be her visiting teacher

The Pete and Donna Stock family speak in our sacrament meeting.  It is really to say hello and then goodbye.  Donna and the kids have been in our ward for about a month but now they are moving back to Show Low to be with their dad and husband. 

In Sunday School we talked about the importance and blessing of having a prophet of God lead the Church. 

In Young Women's Diana Curtis gave a lesson on the attributes of Christ.  I think this lesson saved me.  I really needed it today.  Some of the attributes of Christ are: Faith, hope, charity and love, virtue, knowledge, patience, humility, diligence, and obedience.  Here is what it says about patience in the Preach My Gospel manual on p. 120:  "Patience is the capacity to endure delay, trouble, opposition, or suffering without becoming angry, frustrated, or anxious.  It is the ability to do God's will and accept His timing.  When you are patient, you hold up under pressure and are able to face adversity calmly and hopefully.  Patience is related to hope and faith - you must wait for the Lord's promised blessings to be fulfilled.  You need patience in your everyday experiences and relationships, especially with your companion.  You must be patient with all people, yourself included, as you work to overcome faults and weaknesses."

I had my Burger House green chili burro for lunch.  When James got home I made him a grilled tuna and cheese sandwich with tomato soup.  He ate both of his burros yesterday.

James rests while I clean before our home teachers come.  When Collin and Chuck, our home teachers get here after the message, we visit about choosing a new fire chief for Vernon, James's leg, and my arthritis. 

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Paul is in the center of the picture.