Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

Los Angeles, California

10th operating temple

Dedicated: 11-14 Mar 1956

By: David O. McKay

Jesus Christ, Judge

Mosiah 27:31

Yea, every knee shall bow, and every tongue confess before him. Yea, even at the last day, when all men shall stand to be judged of him, then shall they confess that he is God; then shall they confess, who live without God in the world, that the judgment of an everlasting punishment is just upon them; and they shall quake, and tremble, and shrink beneath the glance of his all searching eye.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Mosiah 3:7, 15:5-9, Alma 7:11-13; "Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into our Lives" Russell M. Nelson, April 2017

April 2020 General Conference

"The Coming Forth of the Book of Mormon"

Elder Ulisses Soares

"The historical facts and the special witnesses of the Book of Mormon testify that its coming forth was indeed miraculous."

I saw 5 or 6 elk in the field this morning but it wasn't enough to get James out of bed. I had to bring him his morning tea in order for him to get up. 

I saw my old doctor, Dr. Sam Walters on an Instagram ad this morning, saying that he could restore memory loss. He also claimed that he was a NASA scientist. Hmm that's news to me. It sounds to me like he is still impressed with how grandiose he is. Sorry but that's my opinion, even if he is a good doctor. 

It has been exactly a month since our last sacrament meeting on March 8th. I really do miss the Vernon ward members. 

I read to James from "Aunt Dimity and the Family Tree" before he went to work for the Howard's. He had to make a trip to town to get supplies and brought me back some lunch from Taco Bell, a taco and a toastada. 

I really wanted to get Luna today but Tom said his horse trailer is full of junk and he needed to unload it before he could bring her over. 

I added red eggs and forget me not ties to my Easter display. I also paid some bills, worked on my blog and life story, and entered books in the replenishment alerts page on Amazon. I also texted Cammy to see how she is doing. She is one of the sisters I minister to. 

This evening Kerri and Tamara and I had a presidency meeting. I stayed at home so they called me on the phone. We made some ministering changes that needed to be made. I am please with the changes!

Trina texted to see how we are doing. Addy texted me a funny video. It's nice they are keeping in touch. 

James did not feel well this evening so we watched the newest Ruby Herring episode starring Taylor Cole. 

 

Saturday, March 28th, 2020

Ariquipa, Peru

167th operating temple

Dedicated: 15 Dec 2019

By: Elder Ulisses Soares

Jesus Christ, Judge

D&C 135:5

And it came to pass that I prayed unto the Lord that he would give unto the Gentiles grace, that they might have charity. And it came to pass that the Lord said unto me: If they have not charity it mattereth not unto thee, thou hast been faithful; wherefore thy garments shall be made clean. And because thou hast seen thy weakness, thou shalt be made strong, even unto the sitting down in the place which I have prepared in the mansions of my Father. And now I ... bid farewell unto the Gentiles; yea, and also unto my brethren whom I love, until we shall meet before the judgment-seat of Christ, where all men shall know that my garments are not spotted with your blood. The testators are no dead, and their testament is in force.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Words of Mormon

Mormon abridges the large plates of Nephi - He puts the small plates with the other plates - King Benjamin establishes peace in the land. About A.D. 385.

October 2019 Gen Con

"Giving Our Spirits Control Over Our Bodies"

President M. Russell Ballard

"Brothers and sisters, I encourage you to slow down a bit and think about where you are now in subjugating your carnal nature and empowering your divine, spiritual nature so when the time comes, you may pass into the spirit world to a joyful reunion with your loved ones - for which I testify and humbly pray in the sacred name of the Lord Jesus Christ, amen."

"Finding Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ"

Elder Robert D. Hales

October 2004

I woke up James with some Citrus Sunshine tea this morning. My three favorite teas are: Chamomile, Peach, and Citrus Sunshine, all Celestial Seasonings brand.

When he saw Sister Halcomb at the store on Tuesday James promised her he would grind her some flour so that's what he did this morning. 

He ground a little too much and got flour all over the counters and floor. What a mess, but it was worth it. This is the first time we have used this grinder I bought about ten years ago for $100 and we were pleased with the results.

I had a ministering interview with Sister A. Miller today. She has become good friends with Candi and so I told her about how Jasmine said her mother, Candi, won't let her do baptisms for the dead because she doesn't think we should force people to join our church. I tried to explain to her that we aren't forcing anyone but it won't do any good unless someone convinces Candi. I told Anne so she would look for an opportunity to bring the subject up sometime when she is with Candi.

We got an email from Bishop Hunsaker today about the special fast President Nelson has asked us to do this weekend to stop the Corona virus. Basically if you are not paying your fast offerings online but in an envelope he said the bishopric would be at the church from 10:30 to 11:00 on Sunday. You just drive by and hand them your envelope.

I did some cleaning upstairs today. While I was in Darrel and Trina's bedroom James told me to look out the window. There was a herd of elk out in the field. We took some pictures.

Upstairs is really the best place to take pictures. I texted them to Addy and said, "Outside your bedroom window."

We started our fast after lunch. 

I called my Aunt Gene this afternoon. Today is her 92nd birthday. We had a nice visit until her son Arlee and his wife Carol came bringing her flowers. I told her I was selling books online and she told me she had lots of books that I could have. When this whole Corona virus is over I will pay her a visit.

It took me most of the day, with a few interruptions, to do two blog posts. I am determined I am going to get caught up!

This evening as we were watching the newest Spring Fling movie on Hallmark, I got a call from my friend Jean. They have lots of unexpected company and she was wondering if she could borrow some toilet paper. I told her yes and she said Tom would come over in the morning to pick it up. When I told James he suggested we deliver it tonight. We stopped our movies, made the delivery, and came back and finished. It was a good one called "Just My Type."

Megan Wanlass got married at home today.

Happy 92nd Birthday!

 Why???

 Trina talking about Addy

Missionaries on a plane coming home from

Africa singing, "Called To Serve"

 Since she didn't have any customers, the

owner of Carefreetea served her pets

 Digging post holes for a corral

Saturday night at the Trezise's

That's me

 Grand Canyon

Thursday, March 12th, 2020

Sapporo, Japan

151st operating temple

Dedicated: 21 Aug 2016

By: Russell M. Nelson

Jesus Christ, Judge

John 8:16

And yet if I judge, my judgment is true: for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Jacob 3 and Study Guide

The pure in heart receive the pleasing word of God - Lamanite righteousness exceeds that of the Nephites - Jacob warns against fornication, lasciviousness, and every sin.

Oct 2019 Gen Con

"After the Trial of Our Faith"

 Elder Jorge M. Alvarado

As I consider the example of my parents, I realize that our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will show us the way back to our heavenly home. I know miracles come after the trial of our faith.

I bear testimony of Jesus Christ and His atoning sacrifice. I know He is our Savior and Deliverer. He and our Heavenly Father came that morning in the spring of 1820 to young Joseph Smith, the prophet of the Restoration. President Russell M. Nelson is the prophet of our day. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen."

Ensign

Weekly Book of Mormon Insights

Saints, Volume 2

Chapter 42

Inspiration at the Divine Fountain

I had breakfast at 5 am. This is what I had: a frozen burrito (cooked of course), a Slimfast shake, and a Skinny Cow ice cream sandwich. No wonder I need to diet!

Here are some quotes I came across today during my reading:

"Miracles come after the trial of our faith."

"Love increases through righteous restraint." - D.A.Bednar

"Almost any virtue taken to excess can become a vice." 

- Elder Quentin L. Cook

I made a cream cheese pie with things we had in the frig and pantry. I used the cream cheese filling that comes in a tub topped with Coolwhip and put it in the walnut pie crust I had in the pantry. It was delicious!

All Sacrament meetings within the Church have been cancelled until further notice. The World Health Organization says the country is in a pandemic state and many people are panicking. It's more than just our country that is in the pandemic state, I think it is the entire world.

In other news, here in Vernon we had some rain and we had fifty or so elk cross our field. James is still frustrated because he can't get either one of the Cats to work after spending over $700 for the mechanic and buying two parts, one for each Cat. He wants to take one back to Tom Howard and use the other one on the Chacon job.

Look how tiny they are!

 Once upon a time there was a little

girl named....."Charlie"!

 She loves her baby!

No thanks!

Our herd of elk. James took this picture through

the window blinds.

 President Nelson put a video called:

"A Message of Hope" on the 

Church website. It was great!