Showing posts with label Jared's kids. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jared's kids. Show all posts

Thursday, March 21, 2019

Sunday, March 17th, 2019

Manhattan, New York
119th operating temple
Dedicated: 13 June 2004
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Divine Sonship
DC 35:2
I am Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was crucified for the sins of the world, even as many as will believe on my name, that they may become the sons of God,even one n me as I am one in the Father, as the Father is one in me, that we may be one.
Book of Mormon
Jacob 2:1-16
New Testament "Come Follow Me"
Review Matt 10-12; Mark 2; Luke 7; 11
"He Heals the Heavy Laden" Dallin H. Oaks, 10/2006


General Conference
Sisters Participation in the Gathering of Israel
President Russell M. Nelson
"My fourth invitation, for you who are of age, is to participate fully in Relief Society. I urge you to study the current Relief Society purpose statement. It is inspiring. It may guide you in developing your own purpose statement for you own life. I also entreat you to savor the truths in the Relief Society declaration published almost 20 years ago. A framed copy of this declaration hangs on the wall in the office of the First Presidency. I am thrilled every time I read it. It describes who you are and who the Lord needs you to be at this precise time as you do your part to help gather scattered Israel."


The Minnard's and Brother Wright from the stake were the speakers in sacrament meeting today. It was Brother Minnard's first time speaking in sacrament meeting and he did a good job speaking about family history and temple work.

Brother Wright told about his families conversion in 1965 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He said his father was inactive for years. The bishop asked him to come back to the ward because he was needed and six months later he was called as the new bishop. 
"The Atonement leads us back to Heavenly Father. All covenants we make are refreshed through the sacrament. We must remember and then go and do, led by our faith and the promptings we receive. Through repentance we can be made whole." Brother Wright's favorite scripture is Helaman 5:12, the same as Ben's.

The second hour I attended the teacher's council meeting led by Brother Allen. We talked about how to lead inspired discussions. One of the sisters asked a question about how you know that the Spirit is prompting you and that led the group into an inspired discussion. It fit right in to the topic for the day.

After the block James and I attended a family history coordinating meeting. We still do not have the list of members that the bishop wants us to work with so our meeting was cut short. We will meet again on March 31st.

I really wanted to do 10,000 steps today even though it is Sunday. Around 8,000 I felt extremely guilty and stopped. I am doing a challenge on Pacer. The challenge is to get as many 10,000 step days in the month of March as possible. This challenge almost caused me to lose sight of what is really important to me...keeping the commandments and keeping the Sabbath day holy.

No "When Calls the Heart." I am so sad. They are taking a creative hiatus after only the third episode of the season. It's because of the Lori Loughlin situation. They have to "get rid" of her character. How sad.

James and his partner Dave went out to visit Anthony today. Dave has a ranch in Luna, New Mexico. He said this year he lost 19 cows in a fire, and 40 calves who were eaten by wolves. He has decided he cannot make a living with this ranch. He is the same age we are and still, like us, needs to produce an income. He is going to Algeria to teach them how to ranch and hopefully they will be more successful than he has been. There is a need in that country for good sources of protein. If the government will give him $3 million for his program, OPEC will donate another $13 million. OPEC is the organization of companies that sell oil to the world. I guess he has connections to do this. He was in the military and served quite awhile in the Middle East so he has experience dealing with the people. I hope he is successful. 











 So cute!



 The most adorable picture!

 Jared and all of his kids
















Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Sunday, October 7th, 2018

Copenhagen, Denmark
118th operating temple
Dedicated: 23 May 2004
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Crucifixion
Revelations 11:8
And their dead bodies shall lie in the street of the great city, which spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, where also our Lord was crucified.
Book of Mormon
3 Nephi 1:1-14
* What does it mean to you to "lift up your head and be of good cheer?"
- To not despair. Literally lift up your head, look to Him and His Atonement. Be optimistic and exercise faith. I love President Hinckley's quote: "Things will  work out." We don't just endure, but enjoy life. I love President Uchtdorf's "Grateful in Any Circumstances" talk from the October 2014 general conference. I am also reminded of Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin's quote: "Come what may and love it!"
Don't give up on the Lord. Things will be right soon enough. Believe in good things to come. Focus on helping others rather than focusing on my problems helps me to be of good cheer.
Old Testament
Isaiah 64-66
General Conference
Truth and the Plan
President Dallin H. Oaks
"When we seek the truth about religion, we should use spiritual methods appropriate for the search."



James fixed me breakfast this morning before conference. I made three kinds of muffins, but no one ate them except me. James had a few of the banana nut ones.

Potatoes, eggs, onions, and green chilies


It was foggy when we got up this morning and before we knew it, it was snowing. Kathy and Kaitlyn were very excited.  It snowed for quite a while but it soon turned into rain and everything melted.



Pretty exciting for conference weekend

188th Semiannual 
Genera Conference
Sunday A.M. Session

The Vision of the Redemption of the Dead
President M. Russell Ballard
Becoming a Shepherd
Bonnie H. Cordon
The Ministry of Reconciliation
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
The Role of the Book of Mormon in Conversion
Elder Shayne M. Bowen
Wounded
Elder Neil L. Andersen
The Correct Name of the Church
President Russell M. Nelson

Sunday P.M. Session

Try, Try, Try
President Henry B. Eyring
The Father
Brother Brian K. Ashton
Taking upon Ourselves the Name of Jesus Christ
Elder Robert C. Gay
Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?
Elder Matthew . Carpenter
Choose You This Day
Elder Dale G. Renlund
Now Is the Time
Elder Jack N. Gerard
Shepherding Souls
Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Becoming Exemplary Latter-day Saints
President Russell M. Nelson


What a conference! Amazing! Two hour church is the biggest change coming from this conference.


 In his final talk President Nelson announced 12 new temples:


BM in 90 days


 It was a fire weekend

 Hanging out


Snow in Show Low





Hanging out at Jared and Kacey's


 Celebrating James's birthday


Artistic Anna

 Doing what she does best.


Hmmm where did these extra kids
come from?


 Adam enjoying the fire


Kathy and Kaitlin
















Saturday, August 25, 2018

Thursday, August 23rd, 2018

Albuquerque, New Mexico
73rd operating temple
Dedicated: 11 Mar 2000
By: James E. Faust

Jesus Christ, Creator
DC 104:17
For the earth is full, and there is enough and to spare; yea, I prepared all things, and have given unto the children of men to be agents unto themselves.
Book of Mormon
Alma 55:15-35
*What can we learn from Moroni's example?
- We have to be in the world but not of the world. His christian beliefs were always the basis of his choices. His only motivation in war was to save people, not to murder. It is possible to do what the Lord wants us to do without destroying others.
Old Testament
Psalms 66-70
66 Praise and worship the Lord - He tests and tries men - Sacrifices are to be offered in His house.
67 A messianic psalm - The Lord will cause His face to shine upon men - He will judge and govern in righteousness.
68 A messianic psalm of David - He extols JAH - The Lord gave the word - He takes captivity captive - He delivers us from death - Sing praises unto the Lord.
69 A messianic psalm of David - The zeal of the Lord's house has eaten Him up - Reproach has broken His heart - He is given gall and vinegar to drink - He is persecuted - He will save Zion.
70 David proclaims, Let God be magnified.
General Conference
Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives
President Russell M. Nelson
"Imagine the miracle of it! Whatever our Church calling, we can pray to our Heavenly Father and receive guidance and direction, be warned about dangers and distractions, and be enabled to accomplish things we simply could not do on our own. If we will truly receive the Holy Ghost and learn to discern and understand His promptings, we will be guided in matters large and small."


James left for the Howard's this morning to work after scriptures, prayers and breakfast. I made chocolate chip cookies and delivered them to Chelsea and Cammy. 

Chelsea just lives down and across the road from us. She is expecting her second baby on November 27th. Her husband has been a smoke jumper in Alaska since April and he will be home sometime at the end of September or early October. Chelsea is coaching 7th grade girls softball at the Show Low Junior High with her friend Madison Allen Halcomb. Madison is the Allen's daughter and she is married to Sister Halcomb's grandson. They have their first game today. 

After visiting Chelsea, Peyton, and Brutus, I had a few minutes before my next appointment so I went home and put chicken sausage links and cabbage in the crockpot to cook, and then I drove to the Grapp's. Cammy answered the door holding her month old baby. My girl Lianna came over and gave me a hug.

Lianna loves to read. She joined the book club
at the library and read over 40 books this summer.

I gave Cammy a book called My Family for her to enter her pedigree chart. When she didn't seem very interested I wondered what was wrong. Lianna said, "Tell her how you really feel, Mom." Cammy began to tell me about some of the unfortunate experiences she has had with family, both her own and her husband Thomas's. 
It was pretty sad and my heart went out to her. How can I help her to feel the love of the Savior in her life? 
Thank goodness for Thomas's grandparents who live next door and are very kind to Cammy.

I took both Chelsea and Cammy some homemade chocolate chip cookies which always make things better! I also brought my calender so we could plan the next time I will be babysitting so Thomas and Cammy can go out together.

Well James loves the cabbage and sausage links I cooked. He had several helpings. I wasn't as crazy about it but I did eat some.

I spent the afternoon cleaning upstairs, the kitchen, and the family/living room. Sheri, Ian, and the boys are coming for a visit and will be arriving tonight.

This afternoon when James got home he started the power washer for me so I could give Lexy a bath. She was very dirty. Afterwards he washed the truck and sprayed the driveway off. I sure do love him! As a reward, I read a very long chapter to him from our book, "The Secret Keeper."

We went to bed around 10 and Sheri, Ian, and the boys arrived around 11. At one point Ian wanted to turn around and come home because it was raining so hard. This was before Superior. I told Sheri to pull over and have a family prayer, which they did. Afterwards it stopped raining and they were able to continue on their trip.



This memory came up on my phone today.
Owen and James on their trip to the Northwest
Territories. I believe it was 2007.



Elk crossing

A couple of years ago. I miss them.

This shadow on the Superstition Mountain
looks like a cougar.  One of the things I like about
staying at Darrel and Trina's is the view of
the Superstition Mountains.

Aunt Gene