Showing posts with label rats. Show all posts
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Saturday, June 22, 2019

Monday, June 17th, 2019

Hong Kong, China
48th operating temple
Dedicated: 26 May 1996
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Examplar
John 14:6
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Book of Mormon
Alma 17:32-18:7
New Testament "It is finished"
Matt 27:1-14; Mark 15:1-5; Luke 23:1-15; John 19:1-11


General Conference
Where Will This Lead?
President Dallin H. Oaks
"we make countless choices in life, some large and some seemingly small. Looking back, we can see what a great difference some of our choices made in our lives. We make better choices and decisions if we look at the alternatives and ponder where they will lead. As we do, we will be following President Russell M. Nelson's counsel to begin with the end in mind. For us, the end is always on the covenant path through the temple to eternal life, the greatest of all the gifts of God."

Another quote from Elder Cook's talk:
"Recognize His love,
Receive His love in humility,
Convey His love."

The house seems so quiet with just James and I here. But in another way it seems right to be here in this beautiful home with the one I love most in the world and the one who built this beautiful home for me.

We had two positive things happen today in the way of finances. First, our stocks finally came through into our personal account. This means we can pay our propane bill and the accountant's bill.

We also got Harold and Dennis to agree to sign over the Green Acre cemetery plots to us. Vickie said she could verify that we bought the lots and gave mom $2,000 for them.

This afternoon around 3 or so we left the house. I had been asked by Tamara to find a new sister in our ward, Connie Walker. I had the address but that doesn't really mean much in Vernon. We were looking for County Road 3312. It showed that it went through to Highway 60 but no such luck. We finally found Connie and I introduced myself. She seems like a very nice sister. She said she would probably  be moving into Show Low in a couple of months if she can get out of her lease. She wants to be closer to her daughter who provides transportation for her. 

I was grateful to be able to report to Tamara that I met Connie and got her phone number and found out a little bit about her.

We stopped at Taco Bell for some dinner. James thought we had until 5:30 to see Harold. When we got to Harold and Vickie's house Vickie informed us that Harold had to be at the weight room at 5:30 and he left about five minutes before we got there. Vickie was able to sign for Harold. Next stop, next door to see Dennis. 

Peg, Denise's mom, was visiting from Tennessee, and Denise's daughter, Rachel and granddaughter Evie were also there. It was good to see all of them. I love Denise's mom Peg. She and I were "roomies" when we went to New York with Dennis and Denise. She helped me do my hair when I fell and hurt my arm. Such a nice lady.

We visited a little while and then we were on our way. Sorry we missed Harold but grateful that Vickie was able to sign for him. 

When we got home we watched "The Good Witch" Honeymoon episode and a new Hallmark Movies & Mysteries show, "Picture Perfect Mysteries" starring Alexa and Carlos Penavega.

We got no letters from Ben today because he is gone to Yellowstone.









This girl is on the go!


 Scarlett, Evie, and Lola
modeling leotards and tights.



 James took this picture of these two rats that Rowan
caught. Every day Rowan was here he would check
the cages to see if he caught anything. 









Thursday, November 30, 2017

Monday, November 27th, 2017

Newport Beach, California
122nd operating temple
Dedicated: 28 Aug 2005
By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ Atonement through
John 12:32
And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me.
Book of Mormon
Mormon 8:12-25
*How can Moroni's words in verse 22 strengthen us s we labor in the Lord's cause?
We know that no matter what happens the Lord is in charge and His eternal purposes will be accomplished.
Doctrine Covenants Favorite Scriptures
DC 14:7-8
7 And, if you keep my commandments and endure to the end you shall have eternal life, which gift is the greatest of all the gifts of God.
8 And it shall come to pass, that if you shall ask the Father in my name, in faith believing, you shall receive the Holy Ghost, which giveth utterance, that you may stand as a witness of the things of which you shall both hear and see, and also that you may declare repentance unto this generation.
General Conference
Do We Trust Him? Hard Is Good
Elder Stanley G. Ellis
"Hard makes us stronger, humbles us, and gives us a chance to prove ourselves. Our beloved handcart pioneers came to know God in their extremities. Why did it take two chapters for Nephi and his brothers to obtain the brass plates and only three verses to enlist Ishmael's family to join them in the wilderness? It seems the Lord wanted to strengthen Nephi through the struggle of obtaining the plates."


I read this statement today in "Rescuing Wayward Children," and a strong, warm feeling went through me. "Our Heavenly Father wants to save everyone of His children." 

James convinced me to go to town with him this morning although it was not a part of my plans. He dropped me off at Walmart while he went to Home Depot and Lowes. He said that the name of the company that made our tree is American Living. 

I saw the Scott's and Sister Peeler in Walmart. Sister Peeler had lost Brother Peeler and their son. I should have stayed and help her find them. 

On the way home we stopped at the post office and picked up Heartland season 4. 

James replaced the hose he got for the tractor and now he discovers that he needs another one. On another note, rats have taken the orange rebar caps and used them to make a nest. Also, one of the cages is missing and he thinks the rats dragged it off to make a nest. These rats are really annoying!

It was windy and cold today. I discovered this fact while I was waiting outside of Walmart for James to pick me up. 

My Christmas movies for the day: "Dear Santa," "A Bride for Christmas," and a new one with Jodie Sweetin, "Finding Santa."
For FHE James and I listened to Elder Parrella's talk. We also watched Heartland, "Homecoming" was the episode.







Thanksgiving 2016


Thanksgiving 2014