Thursday, March 14th, 2019

Redlands, California
116th operating temple
Dedicated: 14 Sept 2003
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Divine Sonship

Helaman 3:28

Yea, thus we see that the gate of heaven is open unto all, even to those who will believe on the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God.

Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 32:1-9

New Testament "Come Follow Me"

Matthew 12:1-37; Luke 11:14-28

"Take the Holy Spirit As Your Guide" Larry Y. Wilson, April 2018

General Conference

The Joy of Unselfish Service

Cristina B. Franco

"I testify that that love is made sacred through sacrifice - the sacrifice of a teacher and even more through the ultimate and eternal sacrifice of the Son of God. I bear witness that He lives! I love Him and desire to put away selfish desires in order to love and minister as He does."

I left Darrel and Trina's this morning before 9 a.m. James stayed for the walk-thru at the new house with Trina and Darrel. I stopped on the way out of town at Walmart to get a soccer ball for Johnny Wilhelm. Today is his 7th birthday. 

When I was finished shopping I hit the 202 loop north to the 87 and headed for Payson. 

I zipped right through Payson and headed for Heber where I stopped at the Circle K for a drink and to check my tires. Everything seemed to be okay so I headed for Show Low. 

I stopped at Safeway for DP10 and some fresh strawberries. My next stop was the Vernon post office. It was 34 degrees in Vernon but there was no wind and plenty of sunshine so it felt quite good. 

My next stop was the Wilhelm home to deliver Johnny's soccer ball. One of the dogs jumped on me and got mud on my pants, the ball, and the envelope to the birthday card. Curtis took the ball because Johnny wasn't home.

If felt good to be back home even though I was only gone 24 hours. As soon as I walked in the house my phone rang. It was Johnny in his cute little "grownup" voice thanking me for the soccer ball. 

The only not great thing about being home is all of the mud that I had to go through to get her. Poor Lexy is a mess.

James called me an hour or so after I got home and said he was on his way home. 

We spent a relaxing evening at home together watching the new Hallmark movies, "Love Under the Rainbow."

We both liked this cheesy Hallmark movie.

Just before going to be James checked his phone and he had a text from Dawn about his mother. Lois went in this morning for a procedure on her heart. It was supposed to be an outpatient procedure but her blood pressure went very low and so did her heart rate. We were both quite stressed as we went to bed and offered a prayer for Lois. We both felt guilty. I had been telling James he needed to call his mom for the past week. When he didn't do it, I felt prompted to call, but I never did. Thank goodness she is going to be all right and we have another chance.

These pictures bring me so much joy!

Friday, October 5th, 2018

Redlands, California

116th operating temple

Dedicated: 14 Sept 2003

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Crucifixion

Galatians 6:14

But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.

Book of Mormon

Helaman 15:7-16:18

*How can faith and repentance bring about a change of heart?

- When we experience a change of heart we are filled with the Savior's love. The Savior's power comes from His love. Would we suffer less if we loved the Savior more? We cannot pray away another's agency. One more thought today. It doesn't matter who is right, contention is of the devil. President Benson says we can stand "firm and steadfast" in the faith as we learn the doctrines taught in the Book of Mormon.

Old Testament

Isaiah 57-59

General Conference

Be Not Troubled

Elder Ronald A. Rasband

"Take heart, brothers and sisters. Yes, we live in perilous times, but as we stay on the covenant path, we need not fear."

We left Darrel and Trina's around 9:15 this morning as Ruby and Lola stood in the doorway waving goodbye to us. Those little girls are so sweet!

I signed in at AARA and sat down by John Trezise in the waiting room. I was surprised to see him. I didn't know he came here. We had a nice little chat before he was called back. 

My infusion, 600 mg of Actemra, went off without a hitch and I was done in an hour. James picked me up and we headed for Texas Roadhouse to use the gift card Cathi and Terry gave us for our anniversary.

Their rolls are delicious served with honey butter. James thought they were too sweet so I had to eat most of them. Oh dear, not a good way to start. I had a delicious filet steak medium with baked potato with butter and sour cream and green beans. It was a super delicious meal. James had chicken but I can guarantee it was not as good as my steak. Thank you Cathi and Terry.

We are now on our way home through Globe and Salt River canyon. I always want to go through Payson but James talks me into going this way by saying it's shorter so I cave.  Actually it doesn't bother me nearly as much as it used to. This time I slept through the canyon.

We got our check from National Turf. James went back into town to deposit it and picked up some lumber for the Howard's job. 
I stayed home, put things away, washed sheets, and cleaned. 

When James got home he helped me put sheets on the two beds upstairs. He also replaced light bulbs, and fixed the curtains in my office. 

We went to bed at 10 or so and Adam and friends were not here. They came in after 11. We heard them even though they were very quiet.

It doesn't get any cuter than this.

Just as cute.

 Journal ideas

Feb 1966, My brother Dennis

is in the front, two stripes on his shirt.

My beautiful roses.

Sunday, April 29th, 2018

Redlands, California

116th operating temple

Dedicated: 14 Sept. 2003

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ betrayal of

Luke 22:48

But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?

Book of Mormon

Mosiah 19:1-24

* Why is it important to think less of yourself and more of others?

- sue_heugly: vs-11 The King commanded the men to leave their wives and children. Does this not show why it's important to think less of yourself and more of others? King Noah's selfishness activated all the cardinal sins, and blocked the way for developing the divine qualities such as love, mercy, patience, kindness and goodness. His example not only ruined his life, but those who served him. Following the Savior is overcoming selfishness. 

Old Testament

1 Samuel 3

The Lord calls Samuel - The house of Eli will not be purged by sacrifices and offerings - Samuel is recognized as a prophet by all Israel - The Lord appears to him.

General Conference

Prepare to Meet God

Elder Quentin L. Cook

"Pursuing divinely appointed responsibilities in righteousness, unity, and equality will prepare us to meet God."

I read these two quotes in my prayer journal today:

"Faith does not stand still. It is either increasing or

disappearing." As President Henry B. Eyring

said: "Faith has a short shelf life."

White Mountain Stake Conference

Lakeside, Arizona

President Shumway conducted this session. 

Opening Hymn: "Families Can Be Together Forever" 

The invocation was offered by a bearded, bald brother.

Stake Business: Elder Jones - Release of Stake Presidency with a vote of thanks: President Shumway, President Jensen and President Beeler. 

Calling and sustaining of new Stake Presidency:

President - Joshua J. Beeler

1st counselor - Douglas Wright

2nd counselor - William Miles

Bishop Hall was released from the high council and Brother Ed Miller from our ward was sustained as a new high councilman along with a brother Woods from another ward.

New elders from our ward: Anthony Romyak, Jackson Allen

New high priests from our ward: Tom Howard.

Sustaining of Church and Stake officers.

Stake Choir: "Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me"

Those from our ward singing in the stake choir, or at least the ones we could see as we were in the back of the cultural hall - Kathy Crane, Tamara Applegate, Donna Peeler, Stefani and Alicia Hunsaker.

President Shumway:

"For nine years I have seen you through God's eyes.

President Beeler is a man of God.

It is wonderful to know that you are on the Lord's path.

We do not marry happiness, we create it.

It is safe to follow the prophet.

My counselors are trusted and eternal friends.

I love the youth of this stake.

I lift thee and thou lift me and we ascend together.

Put God in the middle of your plans. Begin with Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost.

Eternal families.

Nothing that is wrong in this life is permanent.

Jesus fixes things."

Heidi Shumway:

" I sustain the new stake presidency.

It has not been a sacrifice but a pleasure to serve, a great blessing and investment.

You can never give to the Lord without gaining so much more.

We have loved having the youth and the missionaries in our home.

2 Nephi 26:13, 24, 25, 27, 28, 31-33.

The Savior is the Redeemer of our weaknesses."

President Jensen

" An amazing nine years. I sustain our new stake presidency. 

President Miles headed up the Love Kitchen service project.

The Lord is in the small things of our lives."

President Beeler

"My Star Wars cuff links ground me.

It has been a great privilege to serve the last nine years with these good brothers.

President Shumway is a great minister.

He said in the beginning that we would be in the homes of those who need us.

My wife is the reason I am standing here. She is my rock.

It's in the people that God achieves His greatest work.

God is in the details of this work.

Jesus Christ is our Savior and leads this Church."

Sister Beeler

(My high school friend Beverly's niece. She is in remission from breast cancer.)

" We have a Heavenly Father who loves us.

I have been ministered to by the members of this stake."

President Wright

" I remember the things the past stake presidency has taught.

I have a testimony. I love the Savior's example of serving others."

President Miles

" The past stake presidency has served you because they love you.

Enos 1:27 

I have felt the cleansing of the Savior's Atonement."

Sister Robinson

"This is the true and living Church.

3 Nephi 5:13 - Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. I have been called of him to declare his word among his people, that they might have everlasting life."

Elder Jones

"The law of witness is a spiritual gift. 

Pray together for inspiration, guidance, and the Spirit. 

Information leads to inspiration."

Elder Foster

" Family is the eternal, enduring unit.

Multi-generational families, work hard to make that happen.

Don't let the world change your view of family.

Watch the movie "Coco."

Help others see what they can't see so they can get back to Heavenly Father.

The Church has never been stronger.

If it doesn't work the first time, do it again. Sometimes miracles take time.

Bore testimony of Heavenly Father's plan.

When you take the Sacrament it's like writing His name upon your heart."

"Before Thee Lord"

Benediction - Rebecca Woods

Before we left for stake conference this morning James and I handed in our Chunky Monkey reports to Trina.

Darrel lost the most weight this week, 9 lbs. James was second with 5. James and I and several other people tied for points. We got all of them.

At stake conference we sat by the Curtis's from our ward. Diana is a Relief Society teacher and I work with the teachers. She won't be here for her next lesson on May 27th so I told her I would teach for her. The lesson is on ministering.

We had green chili burros from Burger House for lunch and then we both took a nap.

For the rest of the day I studied, worked on my blog and helped James find family information for Tina Allen. He was very happy with me!

 This is something we need to see again!

The Minnard's, one of my former

young women, Mary.

My flower is blooming!

Marissa's baby, Graham

Old-time Chandlerite,

Sister Chapman. Her

daughter works in the Snowflake

temple.

The third photo of Scarlett

sleeping this weekend. They

must have worn her out!

Gorgeous Vernon sunset

Tuesday, November 21st, 2017

Redlands, California

116th operating temple

Dedicated: 14 Sept 2003

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ Atonement through

Matthew 26:28

For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.

Book of Mormon

Mormon 3:1-22

*Mormon loved his people in spite of their actions. What should our attitude be towards those we know who don't  keep the commandments?
When he was in the Presiding Bishopric, Bishop Glenn L. Pace admonished us to strive to emulate the love Mormon exhibited:

"This prophet had Christlike love for a fallen people. Can we be content with loving less? We must press forward with the pure love of Christ to spread the good news of the gospel. As we do so and fight the war of good against evil, light against darkness, and truth against falsehood, we must not neglect our responsibility of dressing the wounds of those who have fallen in battle." (Ensign, Nov 1990, 8-9).

Doctrine Covenants Favorite Scritpures

DC 11:10

Behold, thou has a gift, or thou shalt have a gift if thou wilt desire of me in faith, with an honest heart, believing in the power of Jesus Christ, or in my power which speaketh unto thee;

General Conference

Turn to the Lord

Bishop W. Christopher Waddell

"In this mortal experience, we cannot control all that happens to us, but we have absolute control over how we respond to the changes in our lives."

James's hands are so rough and sore. The lime from the cement s causing sores on the ends of his fingers. He tried to wear gloves but somehow the cement gets inside the gloves. 

I made a trip to town today to do the rest of my Thanksgiving shopping. My first stop was Safeway were I bought DP10 and a white poinsetta for my friend Pam. 

I also bought some of their soup and all of my produce at Safeway and then it was on to Aliberto's for lunch. 

My two tacos were a little greasy today.

Walmart was busy as usual, but not as bad as it would be if I had waited until tomorrow. I stopped to get gas and picked up a couple of packages at the post office. One of them was this book.

This is the book that James and I will be reading next.

James and I delivered cookies to the Hunsaker's this evening. Colter came out and gave us a big hug. For dinner we went home and I warmed up the broccoli cheese and the chili steak soup that I bought at Safeway. I also made chicken salad sandwiches from the roasted chicken I bought at Walmart. I am afraid that I overdosed on the broccoli cheese soup. It was delicious!

James and I watched a new Christmas movie, "A Bramble House Christmas." We also watched Heartland, "In the Cards." Peter and Lou get married and Caleb and Ashley elope.

I also watched, "A Christmas Wish," and "My Christmas Love."

Monument Valley Camel Butte

Lizard with a Leaf

Lolli is Kacey and Jared is Pop.

Guess who won the mirrorball trophy

Lindsay and Jordan

Wednesday, June 14th, 2017

Redlands, California

116th operating temple

Dedicated: 14 September 2003 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

Alma 6:1-21

* How did Alma's prophetic guidance help the Nephites?

* As we seek and follow guidance from the Lord's prophets, the Lord strengthens and protects us. We will develop a shield of faith to withstand all the fiery darts of the adversary.

DC 88:36-50

36-41, All kingdoms are governed by law; 42-45, God has given a law unto all things; 46-50, Man will comprehend even God;

What should be the only reason we obey the law?

* The best reason of all is illustrated by the person who feels the desire to do right because he wants to add glory to his Father in heaven. - Elder Robert L. Simpson (DCSM, p. 200).

General Conference

Overcoming the World

Elder Neil L. Andersen

"Those who overcome the world develop an all-encompassing love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. His divine birth His perfect life, His infinite Atonement at Gethsemane and Golgotha assured the Resurrection of each of us. And with our sincere repentance, He alone is able to cleanse us from our sins, allowing us to return to the presence of God. 'We love Him, because He first loved us.'

Jesus said, 'Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.' Later he added, 'I will that ye should overcome the world.'"

Happy Birthday Brian and Dallin!

Of course Brian is celebrating his birthday

at the beach in San Diego.

Last year Dallin celebrated his

birthday at the cabin.

James went out to work this morning.  He struck out two times.  He had a dead battery on the Cat and he tried to use the truck battery but it wouldn't fit.  He also tried to use the tractor battery but it was dead too.

The baby bluebirds from the birdhouse were practicing their flying today.  They got as far as the railing on the deck.  

I had my Primary class party today.  James was such a help!  First he went into town and picked up the pizza and ice.  He helped with the games and then took the boys home on the Razr.  Here are some pictures from the party:

Colter, Bailey, Gracie, Zemira, Curtis, Frankie, Jace.

(Liana is by Gracie but you can't see her in this picture.)

 Liana is the third girl down the left side of the table.

Playing pin the tail on the donkey, the

game Liana brought.

Jace and Gracie

Curtis

Cup stacking contest. Some of the boys went upstairs to

play ping pong.

Zemira was really into it.

Ice cream sundaes after the pizza and games.

Jace making himself a fort.

We also played Tenzi's.

We tried to deliver Braxton his scriptures, fidget spinner, and cookies but he wasn't home.  We will try again on Sunday.

I needed a nap when everyone went home before cleaning up the mess.