Reno, Nevada
81st operating temple
Dedicated: 23 Apr 2000
By: Thomas S. Monson
Jesus Christ, Lamb of God
1 Peter 1:19
But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"
Alma 14:14-29; Sunday Journal
April General Conference
"Opening the Heavens for Help"
President Russell M. Nelson
"To help us remember Him and to identify The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as the Lord's Church, we are pleased to introduce a symbol that will signify the central place of Jesus Christ in His Church. This symbol includes the name of the Church contained within a cornerstone. Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone."
Inklings
Inklings Institute with Emily and Rio
JSH 1:29-46
James was up early this morning to prepare his monthly income tax report. I went over to turn on the water and there was barely a trickle coming out. James went out to check the well. The pump which provides pressure was running but the well was dry so he turned the water on to fill up the tank. Within 30 minutes or so there was enough water in the well so he could turn the pressure tank back on. What would I do without my handyman husband?
The diesel mechanics came out to install the parts James picked up last week for little Cat. James could do it himself but he doesn't have the right tools. They hadn't been working very long when it was apparent that another part was needed. James went in and ordered it but won't pick it up the part until tomorrow. He paid the mechanics $600 and still does not have a fixed machine.
Erik told James that he saw a video where someone took apart a key box that was not working and cleaned the inside with brake cleaner. James took apart his key box and called around but no one had any brake cleaner. He only needs about a teaspoon full.
Project number 3: The water valve for the planter. The one James installed was defective. Luckily he found another one out in the shed, installed it, and it is working fine. Upkeep is a major way of life around here.
I spent most of the day trying to buy books. I am discouraged that most books are either priced too high or they are gated, which means I cannot sell them.
Today was Ruby's 11th birthday. If I post an over-abundance of Ruby pictures it's only because Trina posted them on Instagram so I have access to them. Ruby is such a sweet girl. She is sensitive, very patient with Lola, and loves animals and never wants to hurt them or their feelings. She loves to roller blade, swim, skateboard, and hike with her family.
Happy Birthday Ruby!
No word on how Elder Holland is doing.
We are all anxious to hear.
At our timeshare
Addy made Ruby a cake and Lola helped with the decorating and celebrating.
James took a Luna ride this afternoon. They came upon a small herd of cows. One of the cows spooked and ran and it scared Luna. She turned and ran full speed in the opposite direction to the total surprise of James. He pulled back on the reigns but she had the bit in her teeth instead of her jaw and she just kept running. Finally after about 150 yards he turned her head and she was forced to stop. Maybe we should have named our horse "Scaredy Cat."
As part of my gospel study this evening I watched Emily and Rio on IGTV in what they are calling Inklings Institute. This week we are studying JSH 1:29-46 and Elder Christofferson's talk "Sharing the Message of the Restoration and the Resurrection."
Love this picture of Charlie!
Charlie gets glasses and Evan got braces this week. Sheri says he hates them and was looking online for invisible ones. Adolescence is such an awkward time.
We are all anxious to hear.
