OUR FAMILY

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Saturday, July 8th, 2017

Stockholm, Sweden

34th operating temple

Dedicated: 2-4 July 1985

by: Gordon B. Hinckley

3 Nephi 26

Jesus expounds all things from the beginning to the end; Babes and children utter marvelous things that cannot be written; Those in the Church of Christ have all things in common among them. A.D. 34.

Alma 30:12-28

*What teachings have you been exposed to that are similar to Korihor's teachings?

*According to Alma 30:18, what did Korihor's teachings lead the people to do?

*Why do you think these teachings lead people to give in to temptation?

*What can we learn from these verses about the dangers of false doctrines?

*If your friend begins to criticize your beliefs, saying that they limit your freedom, how might you respond?

DC 99:1-8

1-8, John Murdock is called to proclaim the gospel, and those who receive him receive the Lord and will obtain mercy.

What responsibility rests on our shoulders since we know the truth?

*We are to share it with others.

General Conference

Our Good Shepherd

Elder Dale G. Renlund

" The Savior's mortal ministry was indeed characterized by love, compassion, and empathy. He did not disdainfully walk the dusty roads of Galilee and Judea, flinching at the sight of sinners. He did not dodge them in abject horror. No, he ate with them. He helped and blessed, lifted and edified, and replaced fear and despair with hope and joy. Like the true shepherd He is, He seeks us and finds us to offer relief and hope. Understanding His compassion and love helps us exercise faith in Him - to repent and be healed."

Happy Birthday to Jared Ammon!

One of my favorite pictures!

An amazing runner.

He loves dogs.

We had family prayer with the boys this morning. Yes, we still have Ben, Max, Evan, and Rowan. Joshua went home with his parents yesterday. After prayer I asked the boys to put all of their personal items in their rooms and to make sure their rooms were clean. Sheri and Ian are coming this afternoon.

I started cleaning and did a lot but did not get the floors done before Sheri and Ian arrived. They brought James and I burros from Burger House.

Sheri wants to go shopping so I take a shower and get ready to go with her. Sheri likes to go to the Taylor Walmart because it is way less busy than the one in Show Low. Max goes with us to buy magic cards. Stacy and Paul are coming tomorrow and I am wondering what to feed them. I decide to buy steaks for all of the adults and let the kids have hamburgers and hot dogs.

On our trip home it looks like rain all around us. It rained in Vernon, but not at our place. It is overcast and nice and cool though. After we put the groceries away we go to work to clean the floors. I polish the wood floors and Sheri does the tile in the kitchen and dining room and the travertine in the hall and the entry.

Thanks Sheri!

You're the bomb!

Not sure what this face is about.

Ben helped James finished the front posts on the fence today. They also hauled off 24 bags of garbage from our cousins reunion. On the bright side it only cost $5.

For dinner we had grilled chicken, beans, bread and butter, and strawberry angel food cake. Sheri and Ian went upstairs and James and I had scriptures with the boys. Joshua informed me that he had four apples today. He also snacked on saltine crackers this evening.

Photos:

Kacey sent me this picture of the ride home.

I think it speaks volumes.

Curtis posted this on Facebook. He just lost his

daughter a couple of weeks ago. So sad.

Elk in someone's yard.

He invites his friends.

8 of the 13 bull elk Lynda J. saw at their ranch.

This picture should have been posted on Thursday.

Emmy's horse refused to move even with the coaxing

of Hunter. I am sure Emmy, being the action-loving girl

she is, was quite frustrating.

A home fire in Pinetop-Lakeside.

East Fork of the Black River.

Two DWTS weddings today.

Julianne and her hockey player Brooks.

Maks and Peta.

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Friday, July 7th, 2017

Star Valley, Wyoming

154th operating temple

Dedicated: 30 Oct 2016 by

David A. Bednar

3 Nephi 25

At the Second Coming, the proud and wicked will be burned as stubble; Elijah will return before that great and dreadful day; Compare Malachi 4.

Alma 29:8-30:11

*Search Alma 29:10,14, and 16 looking for the blessing Alma received as he helped others come unto Christ.
*Have you ever felt the joy that comes from helping others come unto Christ?
*Read Alma 30:6 looking for a word that describes Korihor. (Anti-Christ). One definition of anti-Christ is: "Anyone or anything that counterfeits the true gospel plan of salvation and that openly or secretly opposes Christ."
DC 98:23-38
23-32, The Lord reveals His laws governing the persecutions and afflictions imposed on His people; 33-38, War is justified only when the Lord commands it;
General Conference

Our Father's Glorious Plan

Elder Weatherford T. Clayton

" I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent; but if they would not repent they must suffer even as I; Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit."

Adam left for home this morning. Ben said he had to clean up after him in the bedroom where he slept.

Molly wants to celebrate her birthday with us while she is here. I took her and Ruby to Walmart this morning. I got about to the Vernon dump when James texted me and said he wanted to go, so I turned around and went back and picked him up.

While James took the girls shopping I went and picked up the few items of groceries we needed. James checked out and I finished up with the girls. Molly got a pair of tennis shoes, a pair of shorts, and a jewelry making kit and some other small items with her $50. Ruby spent some of her money too. She says she is saving the fifty dollars I gave her for her birthday for when she goes to Universal Studios, Harry Potter.

When we got back home to the cabin it was about time for lunch. I realized we were out of catsup so I made a trip to Dollar General while James fixed the boys popcorn chicken and french fries. When I returned everyone had eaten and no one had even missed the catsup.

Darrel and Trina went on a walk this morning and then came back and cleaned upstairs before leaving for home. They said they want to buy a horse and keep it up here if we would help them take care of it. Of course we would.

Before Darrel, Trina, Addy, Ruby, and Lola left for home we had a party for Molly. Jared made her a cake and we had more ice cream.

Molly will be 8 on August 8th.

Ruby cried when she realized she had to go home and wouldn't be seeing Molly anymore. Jared and his family went into Fool's Hollow Lake and Licano's for burros this afternoon. James, Ben, Max, Evan, Joshua, Rowan and I all piled into our car and drove to Greer. As soon as the boys got out at the creek it began to rain. We didn't stay long. I guess Jared and his group got rained on too and the water was too cold to swim. He said it wasn't a total bust because they got burritos.

We stopped at Sonic on the way home and got the boys food so they seemed happy.

It rained a little this afternoon in Vernon, but not much. There were cows outside our fence so James turned the fence on. When the boys found out, they began touching the fence to see how much of a shock they could get. Rowan took his shoes off and got it the worst. It was like a game to them.

Jared made ribs for dinner. His kids didn't eat much because they will still full from their burros.

This evening Jared wanted to go to bed early and then get up and drive home at midnight. Everyone was just going to stay up and sleep in the car. I thought maybe they would want to watch "Private Eyes," Jared's favorite movie when he was a kid, but the boys were watching "Nacho Libre" again.

James and I said good bye to Kacey, Tanner, Emmy, Molly, and Jared before we went to bed. Anna, Summer and James were somewhere upstairs. I am sad to see everyone go because I know how far they are going and that it will be a long time before we see them again.

More Photos:

Taylor a girl in my Primary class

Evan Face timing with his mom.

Alex got to see the London Bridge today.

Our kids loved this movie when

they were growing up.

Thursday, July 6th, 2017

Spokane, Washington,

59th operating temple.

Dedicated: 21-23 Aug 1999 by

Gordon B. Hinckley

3 Nephi 24

The Lord's messenger will prepare the way for the Second Coming - Christ will sit in judgment - Israel is commanded to pay tithes and offerings - A book of remembrance is kept - Compare Malachi 3.

Alma 28:8-29:7

*How does knowledge of the plan of salvation change the perspective of those whose loved ones have died?

*Read 28:1-3. What price did the Nephites pay to help the people of Ammon keep their covenant?

*Read 28:4-6. How did so much death affect the Nephites?

*Read 28:11-12. Why do some people experience fear when loved ones die? Why do some people feel hope?

*When we have faith in Jesus Christ and the promises of the Lord, we can have hope and joy in times of death.

*At the end of chapter 28 how would you explain the resurrection to help someone have hope in the face of death?

*Read 29:1-3. What would Alma do if he had the wish of his heart? Why did Alma desire this?

*Read 29:4-5. What does the Lord grant unto those who have righteous desires?

DC 98:11-22

11-15, Those who lay down their lives in the Lord's cause will have eternal life; 16-18, Renounce war and proclaim peace, 19-22, The Saints in Kirtland are reproved and commanded to repent;

What promises are available to us if we stay faithful and endure well?

*Eternal life.

General Conference

His Daily Guiding Hand

M. Joseph Brough

" I thank my Heavenly Father for the blessings and happiness found through the scriptures, prayer, the Holy Ghost, and a worthy earthly father who embraced his role as the principal gospel teacher of his children. They were leading me, guiding me, and even walking beside me to help me find the was, especially when I had to do something difficult."

At 8 am the kitchen was a buzz with activity. Everyone making lunches for our day horseback riding.

Lola had to try on her new birthday trinkets.

Before 9 we had four vehicles caravaning to the Howard's. It is very nice of them to allow us to use their horses and we are so grateful. Here are some of the pictures we took.