Thursday, July 18th, 2019

Medford, Oregon

79th operating temple

Dedicated: 16 April 2000

By: James E. Faust

Jesus Christ, Firstborn

DC 76:54

They are they who are the church of the Firstborn.

Book of Mormon

Alma 34:17-41

New Testament "The Word of God Grew and Multiplied"

Acts 14

General Conference

We Can Do Better and Be Better

President Russell M. Nelson

"We know what will give us greater access to the powers of heaven. We also know what will hinder our progress - what we need to stop doing to increase our access to the power of heaven. Brethren, prayerfully seek to understand what stands in the way of your repentance. Identify what stops you from repenting. And then, change! Repent! All of us can do better and be better than ever before."

I love this quote by President Joseph Fielding Smith:

"Procrastination is the thief of eternal life."

I listened to the book arbitrage webinar this morning. Their next big push is individual and group mentoring which are very costly. I just cannot spend anymore money on this business. I am going to have to stumble along on my own.

James went with me this morning to the Dollar store and then on in to Maverick to get some gas. I read to him from our book, "Love Unscripted." 

James picked out birthday items for Ruthie Wilhelm and I got some things for Lola. I also got five aluminum containers to take tonight's dinner to the Nichols family. 

Sister Nichols had a baby girl this morning, Abigail.

The Nichols became an eternal family in March

I spent most of the rest of the day preparing a meal for this family.

Here was the menu: Kid friendly goulash, green beans, salad, homemade rolls, and homemade chocolate chip cookies. 

James helped me deliver the food this afternoon. Brother Nichols was at home with his kids Amelia and Kaleb. Kaleb is 3. He told me he was going to be 5 soon. I asked him if he was skipping 4 and he said yes. He also showed me how he could play the harmonica. He was actually pretty good. I think he had some training. Amelia was anxious to tell me that she got to hold her new baby sister.

This is such a nice family and it was a privilege to be of service to them.

These are my Christmas movies for the day while I was walking and then later in the evening James and I watched the last one together

"Christmas at Holly Lodge"

"Christmas Land"

"Entertaining Christmas"

The end of June was the Lambson family reunion in Ramah. James and I were in the valley while he was working on the Hatch job.

His cousin Laurie Lambson Thomas gave this report of the reunion:

Dear Lambson Family, 

We just had a great reunion!

New this year....

Eli, Jason, Jonathan Nicoll and Tyler Ebright built a Zip Line. Kids and adults had a great time.

The Friday night pageant produced by Vivian Nicoll and family told the story of Frank and Laura Lambson at home through story telling and singing. Each original brother and sister and grandmother and grandad was represented by a Nicoll family member with their name printed on a different colored T-shirt.

Service Project: A thorough clean-up of area and perimeter included leveling debris and was completed by 14 young men and women. Afterwards Ethan Brown built a fire, Dustin Brown, Army National Guard Warrant Officer 3 led a ceremony and retired 6 flags. He explained the ceremony and told the story of an active rescue in the middle east and the returning of 3 deceased soldiers. He explained why men and women sacrifice their lives for their comrades and their country.

Rib dinner: Friday and Saturday, Thank you Ryan Allred and Kathy Lambson.

Military Service at Flag Raising: All veterans and current military were honored. We had representatives from the Korean War, Vietnam, War, Middle East and active duty.

Update on property improvements: Pump house building; A big thanks to Tom, Eli, Delbert Allen, Jason, Francisco and sons for well pump house concrete, and structure. It will protect the well for years to come. So much help was from the younger generations!

Auction: Neal Lambson was the auctioneer. We raised over $1,500, the high bid of $225 was for a custom made knife by Terry Lambson and sold to Brian Maki.

Missionaries: Gerald and Dian Richins - Nauvoo, Illinois; 
Terry and Cathi Lambson - North American Virtual Remote Operation Center Mission - Support for Family Search; Francisco Quintant - Sacramento, California; Quinn Macintyre - Gilbert, Az; Courtney Allred, Gilbert, Az.;  Lexie Jackson - Kennewick, Washington.

Persons that came the furthest: Alisha Countryman and Bridgette Lambson, Delbert Allen's daughter's came over 1500 miles.

We also had riddles about family members living and deceased to increase our knowledge of one another. One person we got to know about was Paisley Johnson who is Stephanie Lambson Johnson's daugher, who is Lonnie's daughter. She is a star on the BYU women's basketball team! She is dating Connor Harding of the men's basketball team. Connor and his father are in the same ward as Hayden Lambson (Uncle Leon's son) in Pocatello, Idaho.
Hayden painted a picture of Connor's father taking a npa in the shade of a tree while a large bull elk strolls by.

2020 Reunion
Host Families: Leon, George Oran, and Almie

Date: July 9,10, 11

We need you and your extended families in attendance next year!

It was noted that we need a sound system. Barry Lambson will look into this for us. Anyone have one they would like to donate?

The gnats were out in force. Barry will research bug lights powered by propane tanks or other options. By changing the date to July we might avoid this.

Lambson Book to be updated:
Lonnie Lambson is updating the Lambson family boo, "From Ridgewell to Ramah." All additions and updates must be to Lonnie by December 1, 2019 in a word document with photos. 176 S. 2100 East, St. George, Utah, 84790. Phone: 435-773-5099.

A quick estimate was done of the posterity of Frank Bates and Annie Laurie Lambson. It is over 800.

Go to our Lambson Family Facebook page for photos and updates. Join.

Thank you to Lovell and Dolly and Gen and Flora Lambson families and all those that assisted this year!

Please forward to your families as our distribution list is still limited. Please send any additional emails to lauriet@cox.net.

Laurie Lambson Thomas

Thank you Laurie!

Fossil Creek

 More blueberries!

Making the rounds!

 Miss Lola will go to kindergarten this year

 Country living

 Filmed in Utah

Wednesday, March 14th, 2018

Kona, Hawaii

70th operating temple

Dedicated: 23-24 Jan 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ Authority of

Helaman 14:12

And also that ye might know of the coming of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Father of heaven and of earth, the Creator of all things from the beginning; and that ye might know of the signs of his coming, to the intent that ye might believe on his name.

Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 32:1-9

* How do you feast upon the words of Christ?

- James & Karen: "Fully consider their meaning to me personally, and apply them to my life When we do this, we can receive a spiritual confirmation from the Lord that makes them delicious to us.

Old Testament

Numbers 29-30

29 Sacrifices are to be offered during the seventh month, including at the Feast of Trumpets and at the Feast of Tabernacles.

30 Vows and oaths must be kept - Fathers may disallow vows of daughters, and husbands may disallow vows of wives.

General Conference

The Book of Mormon: What Would You Life Be Like Without It?

President Russell M. Nelson

" My dear brothers and sisters, I promise that as you prayerfully study the Book of Mormon every day, you will make better decisions - every day. I promise that as you ponder what you study, the windows of heaven will open, and you will receive answers to your own questions and direction for you own life. I promise that as you daily immerse yourself in the Book of Mormon, you can be immunized against the evils of the day, even the gripping plague of pornography and other mind-numbing addictions."

Elk are in our yard this morning. James was asleep, but I saw them. 

James left for the valley around 10 a.m. Five minutes later he called and said he wrecked my car and sent this picture.

My poor car!

There was a group text going on about Jared and Kacey having a girl and what they are going to name her and James was looking down at his phone. He slid off the road and hit a rock. The car is drivable and James went ahead to the valley to his doctor's appointment and to pick up Max, Evan, and Joshua.

I was home alone all day and brooded over my car. I did my gospel study, steps, my blog and watched Emma on my phone while I was working. I also continued to scrap the polish off the floor. It's going to take forever at this rate. I did keep busy most of the day. 

The boys and James got home around 10 p.m. I texted both Stacy and Sheri to let them know they arrived safely.

Some of the books I ordered.

I need to show this to Ruby!

Fossil Creek

Enjoying Spring Break

Spring training is in full swing in the valley

I want a horse just like this one!

Sunday, July 9th, 2017

Suva, Fiji

91st operating temple

Dedicated: 18 June 2000 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

Rededicated: 21 Feb 2016 by

Henry B. Eyring

Acts 7:55

But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up steadfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God.

Acts 9:5

And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus who thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.

Alma 30:29-45

*Why is it not a good thing to seek after signs?

*Read Alma 30:37-45. What evidences did Alma give for the existence of God?

*Of the evidences Alma listed, which are especially powerful to you?

Stacy: We shouldn't seek after signs for two reasons I think. First, He has already given the to us. As Alma says in verse 44 (a favorite verse of mine) there are signs all around us denoting the evidence of God: the testimonies of our brethren, the scriptures and prophets, and creation itself. Second, we should not tempt God. It is ungrateful and disrespectful to mock Him in such a way when He has given us enough through our faith and action to know He is there. This particular discussion pierces me deeply as i pray for my boys and nieces and nephews not to be deceived as Korihor was.

DC 100:1-17

1-4, Joseph and Sidney to preach the gospel for the salvation of souls; 5-8, It will be given te in the very hour what they should say; 9-12, Sidney is to be a spokesman and Joseph is to be a revelator and mighty in testimony; 13-17, The Lord will raise up a pure people, and the obedient will be saved.

When has the Lord given me comfort and peace?

* When I have asked for it in times of need.

General Conference

Confide in God Unwaveringly

Elder Ulisses E. Soares

" God blesses us according to our faith. Faith is the source of living with divine purpose and eternal perspective. Faith is a practical principle that inspires diligence. It is a vital, living force manifest in our positive attitude and desire to willingly do everything that God and Jesus Christ ask of us. It takes us to our knees to implore the Lord for guidance and to arise and act with confidence to achieve things consistent with His will."

Holly and LeeAnn H. spoke about girls camp in Sacrament meeting today. LeeAnn actually went as an adult leader. Brother Diewald spoke about kindness and Christlike attributes. His talk was very enlightening. I loved this quote by Joseph B. Wirthlin:

"Kindness is the essence

of a celestial life."

Ian, Sheri, Ben, Max, Evan, Rowan, and Joshua all attended sacrament meeting but went home afterwards. 

Mary S., one of my former young women,  was in sacrament meeting today. Afterwards she handed out invitations to her bridal shower this coming Saturday. I think she is getting married the same day as Trenda.

My Primary lesson was on the sacrifices made in the construction of the Kirtland temple. Colter, Curtis, Liana, and Marlie were in my class. 

Marcy W. did singing time and Lannie G. did sharing time. The theme for sharing time was kindness. The kids made "kindness catchers."  

I sat by Kacey W. during sharing time and she told me that her family is moving to the 26 Bar Ranch which used to belong to John Wayne.  It will be sad not to have their family in our ward.

All the kids in my class finished their papers and earned a reward. Curtis gave me a big hug and so did Liana. That makes it all worthwhile. 

James had laryngitis. Judy Hunter taught his lesson and James said she did a great job.  
For lunch we had some of Jared's leftover ribs. Quite tasty. I played a game of Five Crowns with Sheri and Ben. Ben beat us both soundly.  James and I went out on the deck and read from our book "The Reluctant Duchess" while the boys watched "The Amazing Spiderman 2."  

Stacy and Paul arrived around dinner time. We had steaks for them along with steaks for James, Sheri, Ian and myself. The kids had hamburgers and hotdogs. We also had beans, corn on the cob and rolls. After dinner Stacy, Paul, and Joshua went to visit Paul's sisters, Trish and her daughter Kendall, and Tara and Jeff who are here from England.  

After family scriptures we had a gospel discussion and family prayer. Afterwards Sheri, Ian, Ben, James and I watched "Beauty and the Beast."  Afterwards Max, Evan, and Rowan fell asleep watching "Snow White." For some reason they get a kick out of the seven dwarfs, especially Happy.

We found out today that Dustin C. is doing very poorly. He has stomach issues and can't eat or take chemo treatments. He is basically starving to death. Hospice will be coming in soon. It is all so very sad.

Random Photos:

A sweet picture of baby Lola

 Ian and Ben "reading the Book of Mormon."

I posted this because the author is Laura Dave.

This kid has always loved Spiderman.

Fossil Creek waterfalls

Wood or concrete?

Now this is a salad I could enjoy.

This is something Brian talked about

developing a long time ago.

Sunset

Saturday, May 20th, 2017

Nauvoo, Illinois

113th operating temple

Dedicated: 27-30 June 2002 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

Alma 3:1-19

* Whom did the Amlicites want to be "distinguished from"?

* How might some people today distinguish themselves from the righteous through their outward appearance?

* What phrase in Alma 3:18 describes the Amlicites' actions and attitude toward God?

* Truths: Those who come out in open rebellion against God bring negative consequences upon themselves.  It we are separated from God, it is because we have separated ourselves from Him. 

* What are some ways we can show through our dress and appearance that we are disciples of Jesus Christ? (see 'For the Strength of Youth,' "Dress and Appearance".)

Ether 9

The kingdom passes from one to another by descent, intrigue, and murder; Emer saw the Son of Righteousness; Many prophets cry repentance; A famine and poisonous serpents plague the people.

DC 76:50-62

The glory and reward of exalted beings in the celestial kingdom is described;

What is meant by the Church of the Firstborn?  Those who gain exaltation in the celestial kingdom are those who are members of the Church of the Firstborn; in other words, those who keep all the commandments of the Lord.

General Commandment

Don't Look Around, Look Up!

Elder Yoon Hwan Choi

"My father was the most excited among us to learn and know the truth and to share it.  He used to wake up early in the morning to study the scriptures for over two hours every day.  After work

he went with the missionaries to visit our family, friends, and neighbors nearly every day.  Seven months after we were baptized, 23 of my family and relatives became members of the Church.  That was followed by the miracle of seeing 130 people baptized in the following year through my father's member missionary work."

I spent an hour or so today recording in my study journal "The Recipe for Becoming a Celestial Person" as recorded in DC 76.

I also studied the Living Christ today.  I have about half of it memorized.  I am really enjoying reading the scriptures regarding Jesus in the topical guide.  I am grateful for this guidance and suggestion from President Nelson.

James and I finished reading "Go Set a Watchman."  I can't say I really enjoyed it because there was just too much foul language. 

I did some sweeping outside this afternoon and realized that we have an ant problem.  They were all over the patio and climbing up the tree on the deck.  I got out my trusty spray and got rid of many of them.

James and I are so concerned about our grandchildren right now.  Many of them have lost their testimonies.  We spoke with one today that read a book that convinced him that the God we believe in can't be real.  He wants us to read the book, so I ordered it.  I don't think I will read it, but James wants too.  The sad thing is this book was written by an LDS man.  I feel the need to encourage my grandchildren to read the Book of Mormon and pray to know the truth.  This grandson said he would read the Book of Mormon.  Now if we can only get him to pray too.  The influence of Satan is so strong in the world right now.  It is going to take a great effort on our part to pass the gospel legacy on to our grandchildren. Weekly temple attendance is a must!

On a lighter side,  I enjoyed this post by Christina, Rebecca and Brent's daughter. Eden is her three year old daughter.

This puts a smile on my face.

I had lunch with my friend Pam yesterday, not even realizing that today is her birthday.  I guess lunch will be on me next time.  

Addy said she would be happy to do the baptism for Clydia Strickland.  Darrel and Trina said they would take her to do it.  I am hoping I can find some more names for her to take.

James is so upset about our water problem.  He says the well runs constantly.  He called and talked to Brent today because Brent installs sprinklers for a living.  Brent gave James some things to try, and he has determined there is a leak somewhere around the patio.  He is going to have to dig up the grass area, and maybe even take some bricks out of the patio.  Not a happy camper.  He just dealt with this kind of thing in Chandler when he was putting in the Jiminez's water line.  Plumbing problems are the worst!

If I had this tree in my yard I would

think I had died and gone to heaven.

I typed James's lesson quotes for him and worked on my Primary lesson this evening.  Oh, by the way, I have a new favorite drink.  It is one juiced orange in a glass of diet 7-Up with ice.  Delicious!

I love the look on Lois's face in this picture.

This is Teresa's son, Jack.  Teresa says they

really like each other and there is 80 years

between them.

This is where Trina and Darrel went

last year with Trina's brothers and sisters.

Friday, March 31, 2017

Fresno, California
78th operating temple

Bettylea Maxwell
Sept. 13, 1930 - March 31, 1999

Today is the 18th anniversary of my mother's death.  When she died she was 68 years old, the same age as I am now.  I still miss her.  Up until my marriage, she was the most important person in my life.  She was kind, non-judgmental, and she loved country music.  Her favorites were Marty Robbins, Charlie Pride, and Vince Gill.  She was a great Pepsi lover until her grandson Brian went to work delivering for Coca-Cola at which time she drank coke to support him.  She always returned the shopping cart to it's proper place.  She was very thoughtful and caring.  I want to be like her. I love you Mom.

Omni 1:1-11

Why is it important to keep family records and journals?

Alma 58

Helaman, Gid, and Teomner take the city of Manti by a strtagem - The Lamanites withdraw - The sons of the people of Ammon are preserved as they stand fast in defense of their liberty and faith.

DC 50:1-12

"That which doth not edify is not of God."

1-5, Many false spirits are abroad in the earth; 6-9, Wo unto the hypocrites and those who are cut off from the Church; 10-14, Elders are to preach the gospel by the Spirit;

How can we remain humble so that when we ask of God, we are prepared to receive His help?

General Conference

Repentance:A Joyful Choice

Elder Dale G. Renlund

"Even as we feel godly sorrow for our actions, when we choose to repent, we immediately invite the Savior into our lives."

I usually get up before sunrise.  When it starts becoming light outside I open the blinds.  Imagine my surprise when I opened the window and it was a winter wonderland outside.  It snowed off and on for a few hours and accumulated 2 inches of snow.  By afternoon, the snow was all gone.  So weird.

It might be my last chance this year to

take pictures of snow.

James made the bed this morning.  It was a

sweet gesture and he did a great job,

except for the pillows. 

This afternoon James and I went in to town.  He needed to get his truck lubed and I needed to get some things for our dinner tomorrow night.  The Giles's are coming over for the priesthood session of conference tomorrow and then afterwards we are having dinner.  While we were waiting for James's truck we sat in McDonald's and read from our book.  I also had an ice cream. I just can't seem to resist.  

I made shredded beef tacos for dinner.  They were good, but James liked the beef better in a sandwich with mustard and pickles.

After dinner we watched the last two episodes of "When Calls The Heart."  When Elizabeth sang "O Danny Boy" it really got to James.  He loves that song.  It really was beautiful.

Fun Photos

Fossil Creek with:

Darrel, Trina, Lexy, Bryce, Lacey, Westley.

Sheri looks so sweet and I was proud of her

for being brave enough to stand under that goat.

James and his bear.

Vernon, June, 2014

A day at the beach.

James, working on his tan.

Anna working on her tan.

I am not sure what Emmy is doing.

Molly and Emmy at an Angel's game.

Emmy, James, Anna, Molly

I wonder if James forgot his sunglasses.