Monday, July 22nd, 2019

Tampico, Mexico

83rd operating temple

Dedicated: 20 May 2000

By: Thomas S. Monson

Jesus Christ, Firstborn

DC 88:5

Which glory is that of the church of the Firstborn, even of God, the holiest of all, through Jesus Christ his Son-

Book of Mormon

Alma 37:11-25

New Testament "The Lord Has Called Us for to Preach the Gospel"

Acts 16

General Conference

Preparing for the Lord's Return

Elder D. Todd Christofferson

"While I was at the conference in Buenos Aires that I mentioned earlier, the Spirit made clear to me that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is uniquely empowered and commissioned to accomplish the necessary preparations for the Lord's Second Coming; indeed, it was restored for that purpose. Can you find anywhere else a people who embrace the present era as the prophesied 'dispensation of the fulness of times,' in which God has purposed to'gather together in one all things in Christ'? If you don't find here a community intent on accomplishing what needs to be accomplished for both the living and the dead to prepare for that day, if you don't find here an organization willing to commit vast amounts of time and funds to the gathering and preparation of a covenant people ready to receive the Lord, you won't find it anywhere."

James had a doctor's appointment this morning with Dr. Moffat. I sent the book we sold, "A Day in the Life of Japan," and the letter to Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery.

Dr. Moffat did not give James a kenelog shot. Instead he is going to call a surgeon and schedule hernia surgery. He and James both feel that the hernia is causing him alot of problems.

Darrel, Trina and the kids spent the morning cleaning. I spent the afternoon washing sheets and towels. I played chess and bowling with Lola while everyone else was working.

It was hard to say goodbye but Lola and Ruby have meet the teacher this evening.

On the way out of Vernon, Darrel and his family had a wildlife experience with some elk crossing the road. I received these pictures from Darrel, Trina, and Rowan:

I like seeing Darrel's face at the top of 

this photo.

James came back with groceries and then wanted me to read from our book. We are almost finished. 

I walked and watched Christmas movies. For FHE we listened to two conference talks. Afterwards we watched an episode of McBride on Hallmark.

Joe got his wisdom teeth out today. He is recovering at Kim and Brian's.

 When we go to the valley on Aug 1st, we are going
to see "Lion King" with D's family.
Ruby and I want popcorn.

 I want to her Max play the guitar!

Sister Kapp is my favorite!

 Playing Uno before it's time to go.

That's not how this old lady sits in that chair!

 Cousin Wendy and her family are moving
 to Utah. 

This is the dog Trina would have, a 
Golden Doodle. Can you see Darrel
holding this dog?

Sunday, July 21st, 2019

 Cochabamba, Bolivia

82nd operating temple

Dedicated: 30 April 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Firstborn

DC 78:21

For ye are the church of the Firstborn, and he will take you up in a cloud, and appoint every man his portion.

Book of Mormon

Alma 36:25-37:10

New Testament "The Word of God Grew and Multiplied"

Review: Acts 10-15

General Conference

Great Love for Our Father's Children

Elder Quentin L. Cook

"As members we can show our love for the Savior and our brothers and sisters throughout the world by making simple invitations. The new Sunday meeting schedule represents an exceptional opportunity for members to successfully and lovingly invite friends and associates to come and see and feel a Church experience. A spiritual sacrament meeting, hopefully as sacred as what Elder Jeffrey R. Holland described yesterday, will be followed by a 50-minute meeting focused on the New testament and the Savior or relevant conference addresses also focused on the savior and His doctrine."

James and I left for sacrament meeting before Darrel's family. We sat in the front and tried to save places for them but our meeting was full and they ended up sitting in the back overflow.

Sister Beard and Brother Curtis were the speakers in sacrament meeting today. Sister Beard spoke about priesthood blessings and Brother Curtis spoke about Apostolic blessings. He specifically mentioned the one that the Prophet gave to the priesthood brethren in the last general conference during the priesthood session. 

Sister Beard told about receiving priesthood blessings from her dad and when she was married wishing she had a worthy priesthood holder in her home. After getting her divorce she got a priesthood blessing and recently her little boy needed a blessing of health which her uncle was able to give him because her dad was out of town. I love Camrie's testimony and her strength in spite of her adversity.

Sunday School was packed. Brother Judd gave the lesson. The main focus was receiving revelation, line upon line, precept upon precept. It seemed like we focused on one aspect of the lesson and got a little bogged down.

Trina's mom says everyone looks good,

including Darrel!

After our meetings we came home and heated up our leftover goulash for lunch. Of course James had some watermelon. I added some extra's to the goulash, more tomato sauce, green chilies, and corn. Darrel and Trina had some too. 

While James and I were taking a nap Darrel took the kids for a Razr ride. They had a good ride but the Razr broke down on the way home by the Hunsaker's. Trina and I were sitting on the front porch waiting for them to come home when she got the call from Darrel. James took my car to pick them up and town the Razr home. The truck has an electrical short and the battery is dead right now.

While Trina and I were on the porch Sister Grapp delivered us two freshly baked loaves of her delicious homemade bread. What a treat for everyone! We had it with butter and honey.

This evening Darrel fixed his recipe for Caramelized Ham & Swiss Buns. He said he saw the picture on the front of a magazine and the sandwiches were calling to him. Instead of buying the magazine for the recipe Darrel just took a picture. I'm glad he did because they were delicious! The only thing he eliminated was the horseradish.

Darrel's buns

We played games and watched a Christmas movie this afternoon. 

This evening Darrel and Rowan made a fire outside and the family made smores and had the "Come Follow Me" lesson around the campfire.

 Someone in Russia has a since of 

color and fun!

 I think Ruby needs this watch!

 Not feeling well