Tijuana, Mexico
149th operating temple
Dedicated: 13 Dec 2015 by
Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Dedicated: 13 Dec 2015 by
Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Atonement
Philippians 2:8
And being found in fashion as a man, e humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
Ama 33:1-11
Why did the Lord hear Zenos's prayer?
DC 101:63-74
63-75, The Saints are to continue gathering together;
Why should we always be prepared before we go on the Lord's errand?
* "Let all things be prepared before you." This same idea is repeated about three times in these verses. We've all heard the popular saying haste makes waste" and surely it does! On the other hand "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear." (DC38:30)
Being prepared for anything takes the anxiety and fear out of whatever we are asked to do. If we prepare ourselves spiritually, temporally, physically and mentally, we can go forward in the confidence of the Lord.
General Conference
Overcoming the World
Elder Neil L. Andersen
"Overcoming the world is keeping our promises to God - our baptismal and temple covenants and our oath of faithfulness to our eternal companion. Overcoming the world leads us humbly to the sacrament table each week, asking for forgiveness and pledging to 'remember Him and keep His commandments that we may always have His Spirit to be with us.'"
Before going to Ruby's baptism this morning I had to make a trip to Walmart to find a necklace to wear. I didn't have much to choose from but ended up buying two cheapies.
As I am getting ready to go, I knock over something on the bathroom counter and it lands on my glasses frames and the frame breaks.
I ended up wearing my sunglasses at the baptism
and at the luncheon afterwards at Darrel and Trina's.
Later this afternoon Sheri takes the to Chandler Eyecare
and she and Nancy put on a new set of frames for me.
This is the second time this dynamic duo have come to my rescue!
Ruby's baptism was very special because she is such a sweet and loving girl.
I wish I would have gotten a picture of her
and Darrel together.
I was worried the flowers in her hair would
come out when she went under the water but they didn't.
Holding her new scriptures.
The luncheon at Trina and Darrel's was attended by our family and Trina's.
Trina's dad visiting with Darrel, Trina,
Lexy and Brice. He mentioned to us what
great friends these four are.
I had an enjoyable time visiting with Trina's mom. She really is an awesome grandma. She takes all of her grandkids school shopping before school starts and then out to dinner. She says she has so many now that she does them by families.
Denise's daughter Rachel had her baby girl today. She was a couple of weeks early.
Evie Lynn Pfeil
Today is also Laura's birthday.
She is spending it in Boise, Idaho
with Jon's family.
Happy Birthday Laura!
When we get back to Cathi and Terry's it is time for a nap. The first thing Cathi does is apologize for how warm it is in their home. It is 83 degrees. The repairman can't come until Monday afternoon.
We have two fans going in our bedroom and it is tolerable.
James goes to Dickey's Barbeque for takeout. Michael work's there and they got to have a quick visit. I told him to take a picture but he forgot.
He brought me back a pulled pork sandwich. It was delicious. We will definitely go back.
A monsoon storm is brewing outside. A lot of wind blowing the dust around but no rain in our area.
Terry and Cathi went shopping at Walmart and Terry bought James some cream for his hands called "Working Hands." How very thoughtful of him.
I gave James a haircut this evening and a darn good one if I do say so myself. He has to look good when he ordains Max a teacher tomorrow.
James's cousin Curtis got married today to his fiance' Joie.
These two are my new heroes.
Not only are they adopting three boys,
the are also raising Curtis's five grandkids.
Pretty amazing.
They rented a cabin in Flagstaff and
were married in the backyard.
Joie's son walked her down the aisle.
He is living with them too.
Kyra's daughter
Today was a day filled with wonderful memories. I am truly grateful for my life and the many people who make it so special.
This made me laugh!
