Thursday, May 21st, 2020

Monticello, Utah

53rd operating temple

Dedicated: 26 July 1998

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, King

Matthew 27:11

And Jesus stood before the governor: and the governor asked him, saying, Art thou the King of the Jews? and Jesus said unto him, Thou sayest.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Mosiah 27:1-22 with James; Sunday journal, study guide, Sunday on Monday podcast

Family Group Study

"Love and Law" Dallin H. Oaks, October 2009

April General Conference

"A Perfect Brightness of Hope"

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

"Speaking of Jesus, had we lived in those first years of the 19th century, we would have realized with great alarm that doubts about the reality of the Savior's life and Resurrection were beginning to take significant hold within Christendom. Therefore, we would have hoped for evidence to come to the whole world that would confirm the biblical witness that Jesus is the Christ, the literal Son of God, Alpha and Omega, and the only Savior this world will ever know. 

It would have been among our dearest hopes that other scriptural evidence be brought forward, something that could constitute another testament of Jesus Christ, enlarging and enhancing our knowledge of His miraculous birth, wondrous ministry, atoning sacrifice, and glorious Resurrection. Truly such a document would be "righteousness sent down out of heaven; and truth sent forth out of the earth."

"Full Conversion Brings Happiness"
Elder Richard G. Scott
April 2002

I am grateful for friends, family, and modern conveniences.

James started out this morning for Payson and then the valley in Tom Howard's truck. After less than an hour he called me and said the truck was not running right and could I pick him up at the Howard's in about 20 minutes. I said I could. 

When I got to the Howard's, James was not there yet. Tom was out in the yard so I spoke with him. I think he thought I was there to see Jean but it was only 7:30 in the morning. I told him I was there to pick up James because he was having problems with the truck. Tom told me to go in the house and visit with Jean but I was not dressed appropriately for a visit. I tried calling Jean but she didn't answer. She called me back later and we were going to go to Persnikkity's for lunch but Jean said she had a doctor's appointment. 

When James and I got home Alex was up sitting on the couch. He was anxious to go find the snake. He and James went outside and Alex carried the snake away in a bucket. He did not want to kill it. When he came back he found another snake. I wanted him to kill it but again he carried it off in a bucket. This picture says it all:

This picture makes my skin crawl

I was determined to get my 15,000 steps today. I walked almost all of the 15,000 in my bedroom while working on my blog and trying to buy books. I am concerned that I have been through three pages of books and have only found one to buy. Amazon is selling books cheap Prime keeping FBA sellers from making any profit. I'm not sure why. My balance right now is $796.30 but I am looking to the future and I am a little concerned.

James got Armando to pick up the fixtures in Payson and take them to the valley. He is still trying to decide when he needs to go down and meet with subcontractor's. I told him to hold off until next week because Darrel and Trina are coming tomorrow. Addy texted me and told me she could hardly wait. I said I felt the same way and for her to text me when they left. She said it would be in the morning and she would. 

James and Chuck had a meeting about the road. It is probably going to cost us $5,000 a piece by the time we finish grading it and get the cinders down. Everything is so expensive. We still have the Razr to fix too which will probably cost around $3,000 and a fence to build, another $3,000. Oh yes, we also have a horse to feed.

I made chili this afternoon using leftover taco meat and Bush beans. I added a can of tomato soup. James loved it. He spent time with the boys this evening. First they played Hearts. It was Max's first time and he actually ran them once. Alex won.

James also took them out to look for coyotes but they had no success. The last great even was going to Anthony's to look for planets through his telescope. No planets were out this evening but they did see a meteor. 

I worked on my budget and did some gospel studying but for some reason I did not feel well this evening. I ended up going to bed at 8:30.

 Next move: The DIY network with her

own show

 My friend Paula walks at Woodland Lake almost

everyday. I am dying to go there. They have

a walking path around the lake.

So true!

 Playing Hearts with G-pa

 "I want some food mama"

Monday, May 18th, 2020

St. Louis, Missouri

50th operating temple

Dedicated: 1 June 1997

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, King

Matthew 2:2

Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Mosiah 25:1-18 - James, Sunday journal, Study Guide, "Don't Miss This" podcast with Emily and Dave

Lambson Study Group

"If Ye Love Me Keep My Commandments" Carole M. Stephens, April 2015

Inklings

Nourish the body, D&C 89:14; Oats; German Pancakes

Restoration

Chapter 16 of Church History in the Fulness of Times

April General Conference

"Open the Heavens for Help"

President Russell M. Nelson

"From that small group assembled on April 6, 1830, has come a global organization of more than 16 million members. The good this Church accomplishes around the world to alleviate human suffering and provide uplift for humankind is widely known. But its prime purpose is to help men, women, and children follow the Lord Jesus Christ, keep His commandments, and qualify for the greatest of all blessings - that of eternal life with God and their loved ones."

"Repentance and Conversion"

Russell M. Nelson

April 2007

I am kind, loving, and faithful. Something I am grateful for: My computer worked well without any glitches. A grandson serving a mission and his mother who gives him excellent advice. I am also grateful for a husband who is so helpful at home. He doesn't mind fixing himself something to eat and he makes us tea three times a day. Citrus Sunshine in the morning, Peach after lunch, and Chamomile in the evening while we are watching our show. Thank you honey. 

James's morning routine when he gets up. Walks over and gives me a kiss. Starts our Citrus Sunshine tea. Goes out to feed Luna who whinnies when she sees him and checks his mousetraps. 

I forgot to mention something that happened yesterday. I got a call from a sister in our ward who delivers meals for the Salvation Army. She said she had some extra meals today and was at Camrie's, which is close by,  and would we like a couple. I said that was very kind of her to think of us and yes we would love a couple of meals. Candi's daughter Marie delivered the meals. When I thanked her she asked if we would like to be on the list to receive them every week. I told her I felt guilty doing that because we really weren't in need but if they had extra meals we would be take them. Candi has very little knowledge of the doctrines of the gospel. She is the one who will not let her daughter do baptism's for the dead because she doesn't think people should be forced to be baptized. Candi does know how to serve. She delivers Salvation Army meals every Sunday. She helped to make over 400 masks to deliver to the hospital in Whiteriver. She feeds the missionaries and the firemen on a regular basis. We are grateful to have her in our ward.

Sheri called this morning after she spoke with Ben. She said she has been concerned about his attitude lately. He loves missionary work and is totally involved in contacting and teaching. The problem is he has been critical of the AP's and his mission president, saying things like, it would work better if they did things this way. Sheri told him she was concerned about this attitude and told him the importance of supporting his leaders and not being critical of them. She asked him to think back to when he was an AP and how it felt to be criticized or have someone ignore your counsel. I told Sheri she should be a counselor. Her advice was excellent and she was truly inspired. She agreed that she was inspired as to what to say and the ideas just flowed. Later she got a message from Ben which said: "Thanks mom, I needed to hear that." I love Ben because he is so tender hearted and teachable!

When James went to check the mail today he brought me back a package. I always love receiving packages! This one was the other butter dish I ordered. Now I have an ivory colored one and a black one. James and I eat a lot of toast with butter and sometimes jam. Here is our "toast center."

The napkins are to keep from getting crumbs on the counter.

The black butter dish has its' own knife. 

This morning I did my blog and worked on my book business. I actually ordered one book. I have not ordered any for about a month. But the 60 books I ordered in the month before really paid off.

This afternoon I paid Lambson Construction bills and paid off my credit card. Paying off the credit card felt good. On Saturday I paid off the business credit card. It is nice to have the money to pay your bills and have some left over. 

While James was going for his Luna ride I studied the gospel and took a shower. We watched "Lark Rise to Candleford" before going to bed.

Laura's Prologue:

"A broken heart feels to its' young barer uniquely painful. The sight of another's happiness only makes it worse. But eventually comes the knowledge that our own experiences, seldom unique, everyone's happiness is fragile. All expectations can be dashed."

 Jared's sticky buns

 Good job Scarlett!

 A boy and his dog

 $2,013 in sales in one month!

 This is what the Lamb family looked like in the 70's.