Thursday, September 26th, 2019

Tijuana, Mexico

149th operating temple

Dedicated: 13 Dec 2015

By: Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Jesus Christ, Glory of

DC 110:3

His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying:

Book of Mormon

Helaman 10:1-19

New Testament : Galatians "Walk in the Spirit"

Galatians 4

General Conference

Exercising Our Spiritual Muscles

Elder Juan Pablo Villar

"I bear my witness that we are children of a loving Heavenly Father. His Son, Jesus Christ, loves us He came to this world to show us the way and then gave His life voluntarily to give us hope. The Savior invites us to follow His perfect example, to exercise our faith in Him and His Atonement, and to expand all the spiritual gifts that we have been blessed with. He is the way. This is my testimony, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen."

This is the one time of the year that James sometimes gets up before I do. He goes out and blows his elk call. If any answer close by he puts on his camos and takes off with the camera and binoculars.

We read Galatians 4 today as part of our scripture study. I did not know that Ishmael represents the Law of Moses and Isaac represents Abraham and the Law of Christ.

James goes upstairs to work after scriptures and his big breakfast. I guess he doesn't like the fact that I always have the fan on at the dining room table.

I sold a book today, did some research and buying, and repriced some books. I finished my walking by 5:30 because we are watching the Grapp kids tonight and I won't be able to walk once they get here. I had 15,000 steps by 5:30.

Sister Dye passed away around 3 a.m. this morning. James got a text from her granddaughter Tanna.

We watched all the Grapp kids, including baby Leland while Thomas and Cammy went to work on their barn. I guess that's their idea of a date, something they can do alone together.

The girls had horse jumping lessons in Star Valley today so Benson had alot of pent up energy. He had his own little nerf gun war going on. Liana was a huge help with Leland. She changed diapers and made sure he was happy. 

Tildy was a little subdued. She fell off her horse today and was pretty quiet. Thank goodness she had a helmet on. 

I made some popcorn and we watched "When Hope Calls." 

Emsley just turned six and she is the best little TV watcher. She sat on my recliner seat and never moved while James fed her M&M's and I made her popcorn.

It was a fun-filled evening. The girls played Barbies and Calico Critters, and Emsley and I colored.  When Thomas and Cammy got home Liana had stripped Leland down to his diaper because she thought he was hot. I think Cammy was a little miffed but he was happy after being a little fussy.

The kids all gave us a hug when they left and Emsley said: "Thank you for letting us come."

 I couldn't resist posting this cute picture.

 This is what I love about Great Britain.

 Today's lunch, leftover minestrone soup

James's elk stalking garb

 Liana and Leland.

This boy has the longest eyelashes I've ever seen.

We want Charlie to meet him.

I guess I did get steps while watching the

Grapp kids.

Sunday, September 24th, 2017

Guayquil, Ecuador

58th operating temple

Dedicated: 1 Aug 1999

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Helaman 9:1-7

*Some prophecies, like Nephi's in this chapter, are difficult to believe. How have you gained your testimony in President Monson and his teachings?

- My answer: "I loved reading President Monson's biography. He went back and forth to Germany for 30 years and gained the confidence of the German government. After 30 years he was able to receive permission to have a temple built behind the Iron Curtain. I loved the stories of his travels and how he would give his suit coat and shoes to those in need. I love the stories of him personally visiting the 80 widows in his ward when he was a 22 year old bishop. I love the stories of him receiving promptings to visit someone and going immediately. I have also gained a greater love for President Monson as I have tried to apply his teachings in my life. Not only is President Monson a true disciple of Jesus Christ, he is the prophet of God I know because the Spirit has borne witness of this to me.
DC 138:26-44
*How does knowing that the Lord never gives up on us bring us hope?
-"One of God's greatest gifts to us is the joy of trying again, for no failure ever need be final." - President Thomas S. Monson
General Conference

The Godhead and the Plan of Salvation

Elder Dallin H. Oaks

"Attaining what the apostle Paul described as 'the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ'(Eph. 4:13) requires far more than acquiring knowledge. It is not even enough for us to be convinced of the gospel; we must act and think so that we are converted by it. In contrast to the institutions of the world, which teach us to know something, the plan of salvation and the gospel of Jesus Christ challenge us to becoming something."

We were not sure if it was fast Sunday today and we didn't fast. I ended up bearing my testimony anyway. 

In his testimony Brother Allen encouraged us to write down questions we would like to see answered in General Conference. James loved this idea and is going to share it with our kids and grandkids.

Jace, Colter, Curtis, Gracie, Liana, and a visitor, the Baker's granddaughter Paisley, were in my Primary class today. The lesson was on the Nauvoo temple and temple ordinances performed there.

I told how the temple was completely destroyed and then

rebuilt and rededicated in June of 2002 by

President Gordon B. Hinckley.

I did a "To Know You Is To Love You" for Liana for her birthday. The kids were much better this week than last week, especially Jace.

During the third hour we had our teachers council meeting. I shared several things including the inspiration I got when reading Bishop Causse's talk. It was a good meeting. Those attending: Brother and Sister M. Wilhelm, Sister Westbrook, Sister Kuffer, Brother S. Hunsaker, Brother and Sister Smith, Sister Tice, Brother and Sister Penrod, Brother Cooper, Brother Gordon, and Sister Wood, along with James and I.

Things we missed today. 

1. Sheri's talk on obedience. She sent it to us last night to read. It was excellent. James asked Cathi how she did and Cathi said it was well delivered and was an outstanding talk. Sheri said she cried but I told her that was okay.

2. Meeting Oliver James. He arrived at the Trezise home today.

You have to love those ears!

Max took him over to Cathi and Terry's

to meet his aunt and uncle and his

cousins Indee and Lady. They liked him!

3. Joshua's final Primary program. He was the narrator and did a great job. Here is what Stacy posted.

Sure wish we could have been there. Darrel and Trina's kids had their program today too.

This kid has charisma!

I love spending Sunday afternoons with my sweetheart. We nap, study, relax and enjoy each others company. I also blog. I got a text from Autumn thanking me for the Target gift card I sent for her baby shower. Little Scarlett Jane is due on October 12th! Jared is going to be a grandpa!

Stained glass in the Paris temple.

Sister Joy D. Jones

General Primary President

Trina told us about this last night.

Arizona's beauty

How about this dog Brian?

Vernon sunset.