Monday, February 18th, 2019

Merida, Mexico

92nd operating temple

Dedicated: 8 July 2000

By: Thomas S. Monson

Jesus Christ, Divine Sonship

DC 42:1

Hearken, O ye elders of my church, who have assembled yourselves together in my name, even Jesus Christ the Son of the living God, the Savior of the world; inasmuch as ye believe on my name and keep my commandments.

Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 9:31-49

*S.M.I.L.E. "To be spiritually-minded is life eternal." What does it mean to be spiritually minded?

- Vs 39 says it is life eternal. That is our end goal, but is the word eternal the key to our spirituality? How do we view life? If we view our experiences in terms of eternity, we draw closer to God, and father away from worldliness. These eternal qualities are evident in the way we react to death, tragedy or misfortunes. To be spiritually minded is to view our experiences in terms of the enlarged perspective of eternity. If we view what happens to us in terms of our knowledge of the purpose of life, the mission of the Savior and our eternal destiny... we are spiritually minded. (See talk "Spirituality" by Dallin H. Oaks).

New Testament "Come Follow Me"

Matthew 5; Luke 6 "Blessed Are Ye"

"Happiness" Jack H. Goaslind, April 1986

Ensign

"The Most Influential People"

"Time to Serve"

General Conference

Sisters Participation in the Gathering of Israel

"Second, I invite you to read the Book of Mormon between now and the end of the year. As impossible as that may seem with all you are trying to manage in your life, if you will accept this invitation with full purpose of heart, the Lord will help you find a way to achieve it. And, as you prayerfully study, I promise that the heavens will open for you. The Lord will bless you with increased inspiration and revelation."

Try, Try Try

President Henry B. Eyring

"The statement that we are 'willing to take upon us' His name tells us that while we first took the Savior's name when we were baptized, taking His name is not finished at baptism. We must work continually to take His name throughout our lives, including when we renew covenants at the sacrament table and make covenants in the Lord's holy temples."

"There are few things as transformative as seeing someone you love take on the mantle of missionary and dedicate their lives to the Lord in a way that makes the Spirit truly their constant companion" ..that's what Ben has done."

It's snowing and it's supposed to snow all day. Ben is skyping hoe today because he wants to see Ollie. 

James and I called our temple supervisors today and told them we would be back at the temple on Saturday. Sister Cochran said I was an answer to prayers because so many sisters are no longer coming. 

I love watching it snow while I am walking, inside, of course. James walked outside while it was snowing and also shoveled off the walks. 

I planned on going grocery shopping today. James didn't want me to go by myself because of the weather, so he went with me. There was much more snow in Show Low than there was in Vernon, which is kind of unusual. There was about 3 inches of snow in Show Low and less than that in Vernon. I am grateful that James went with me. We listened to our book on the way home and conference talks on the way there.

James went through all of the books we have in our inventory and repriced them. It took him several hours. We sold book #10, "Herbs and Things."

For FHE we listened to "Try, Try, Try" and then watched "Chronicle Mysteries: Recovered" starring Alison Sweeney and Benjamin Ayres. It was okay but not great. I really do like the romantic movies so much better than the mysteries.

 Kacey's sister Loren posted this.

 Rusty and Kendall bless their baby

 These two

Buckaliew Spring is running!

I love this little house plan.

Great for Kim and Brian.

Today's Hallmark movies:

 Chef Lola

 O my gosh!

So adorable

I cannot even believe this heinous crime exists.

Wednesday, November 14th, 2018

Paris, France

156th operating temple

Dedicated: 21 May 2017

By: Henry B. Eyring

Jesus Christ, Davidic Descent of

Revelations 22:16

I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star.

Book of Mormon #1

3 Nephi 28:25-40

* What do these verses teach us about the three Nephites and the work that they are doing on the earth before Christ's Second Coming? We are told, "And wo be unto him that will not hearken unto the words of Jesus, and also to them whom He hath chosen and sent among them; for whoso receiveth not the words of Jesus and the words of those whom He hath sent receive not Him; and therefore He will not receive the at the last day; For do ye suppose that ye can get rid of the justice of an offended God, who hath been trampled under feet of men, that thereby salvation might come?"(34-35). Are we among those who trample? Do we listen and obey the words of our Savior and His servants? Do we share them? Many are sent forth to spread the words of Christ. The Lord has an army of Saints, missionaries, leaders, families and individuals who are called to deliver the good news of our Savior. We are to go forth and proclaim the message of the gospel. We are to bear testimony. The Lord tells us that many are called but few are chosen (DC 121:33-40). Why are we not chosen? When we let the world get in the way; when we do not maintain our righteousness; or when we become prideful, then we lose our ability to influence. We are called to the work. Therefore, we have to follow the Spirit, heed promptings, and be humble servants to do it. 

Book of Mormon #2

Alma 20-21

Old Testament

Ezekiel 47-48

General Conference

The Joy of Unselfish Service

Cristina B. Franco

"We live in a selfish world where people constantly ask 'What's in it for me?' instead of asking, 'Whom can I help today?' or 'How can I better serve the Lord in my calling?' or 'Am I giving my all to the Lord?'"

Today I read in the Book of Mormon Student Manual that Leviticus 26 and Deuteronomy 28 re two of the most important chapters in all of scripture because the whole history of Israel is foreshadowed in them. Some of the major calamities of the human race are explained in the theology revealed in these two chapters. President Kimball referred often to Leviticus 26.

I got to read Elder Wilhelm's email today. It sounds like he is having a great time at the MTC in South Africa. 

James had a doctor's appointment with Dr. Moffat this morning at 11:15. We left for town at 10:30. I dropped James off and then went on down the road to Walmart. While I was shopping James called and asked me to come and pick him up and take him to Sonoran Quest to get bloodwork done. I parked my cart with my stuff still in it and headed out the door. He was in a hurry because the place closes for lunch at noon. I got him there about five minutes before 12 and then went back to my shopping at Walmart where I saw several people from our ward, the Crane's, Sister Vaught, Sister Wood, and the Wallace's. 

When we got home James went back to his work at the Howard's and I told him to stay off of any ladders!  I worked around the house until it was time for my Relief Society presidency meeting at 7 p.m. We met first with the Elder's Quorum presidency and I gave Brother Hunsaker Tyler and Kilee's wedding cards. I am sad I am going to miss Kilee's sealing on Friday morning. We have to be in the valley. 

When I came home from my meeting James was watching an old western movie starring Marlon Brando. He said it was called, "Appaloosa." I went in to the bedroom and finished my Hallmark Christmas movie before going to bed.

From my book, "The Clockmaker's Daughter:" 

After Grindel, her dog, the light of Mrs Mack's affection fell on Martin, her son. Martin, who was 10 years to my 7 when I came to live with them at their place on Little White Lion St. Martin was large for his age not merely tall, but imposing, his presence being of the sort whereby he seemed to occupy more space than was his due. He was a boy of little intelligence and even less kindness."

I wish I could be this descriptive and clever in my writing. 

Love this face and smile!

Five years ago these boys were our waiters at The Young

Women's in Excellence Dinner. Two are married, one is a dad and those same two are returned missionaries.

I thought nitric oxide was laughing gas.

 Congratulations Kendal & Rusty!