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

Friday, March 27th, 2020

Lisbon, Portugal

166th operating temple

Dedicated: 15 Sept 2019

By: Neil L. Andersen

Jesus Christ, Judge

Moroni 8:21

 And he that shall breathe out wrath and strifes against the work of the Lord, and against the covenant people of the Lord who are the house of Israel, and shall say: We will destroy the work of the Lord, and the Lord will not remember his covenant which he hath made unto the house of Israel - the same is in danger to be hewn down and cast into the fire;

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Omni 1:12-30

The descendants of Mulek at Zarahemla had discovered Coriantumr, the last of the Jaredites - King Benjamin succeeds Mosiah - Men should offer their souls as an offering to Christ. 

About 323-130 B.C.

October 2019 Gen Con

"Knowing, Loving, and Growing"

Elder Hans T. Boom

"I testify to you that I know who I am, and I do know who you are. We are all children of a Heavenly Father who loves us. And He did not send us here to fail but to return gloriously to Him. That we may all come to understand our part in this great ministering work so that we will become more like Him when the Savior comes again is my prayer in the name of Jesus Christ, amen."

"Cast Not Away Therefore Your Confidence"

Jeffrey R. Holland

BYU Devotional 1999

Restoration

"A Still Small Voice and a Throbbing Heart"

Bishop Richard Edgely

April 2005

We had snow flurries most of the day to day but nothing stayed on the ground. James says it's because the ground was warmer than 32 degrees. Sometimes I would look outside and it would be snowing and the sun was shining. It was one of those weird weather days.

I guess you could say that the highlight of our day was the 11 deer that feeded in our field long enough for James to take some photos and a video. No videos for me.

I have about 25 more books that I have ordered that have not been delivered so I was surprised when James went to the post office and there were no books there for me.

I spent some time cleaning books with my new cleaning solvent which works so much better than Goo Gone. I now have two boxes of books ready to ship on April 6th. 

I actually fixed James lunch and dinner today. This doesn't happen everyday so he was grateful. He served me some peach tea but I could tell it was not the kind I like. My brand is Celestial and he used the Bigelow brand which has hibiscus in it. I don't like the taste of hibiscus.

I am so excited because I actually did two blog posts today. If I can continue this for the next few days I will be caught up on April 1st. 

Sheri sent me an interesting article today from the Conservative Review. I think James should send it to Anthony to read. He is becoming paranoid about getting Covid-19. 

I am loving the book, "Grace Where You Are" by Emily Belle Freeman. She is an author I can understand and relate to.

Cleaned our bedroom and bathroom today. 

I love farmhouse decor

I couldn't resist posting this one again

Veleda on the right was my 

mom's best friend

Thursday, March 26th, 2020

Port-a-Prince, Haiti

165th operating temple

Dedicated: 1 Sep 2019

By: David A. Bednar

Jesus Christ, Judge

Ether 12:38

And now I, Moroni, 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.

Book of Mormon/"Come Follow Me"

Omni 1:1-11

Omni, Amaron, Chemish, Abinadom, and Amaleki, each in turn, keep the records - Mosiah discovers the people of Zarahemla, who came from Jerusalem in the days of Zedekiah - Mosiah is made king over them

October 2019 Gen Con

"Holiness and the Plan of Happiness"

President Henry B. Eyring

" Whatever our personal circumstance, wherever we may be on the covenant path home, may our prayers for greater holiness be answered. I know that as our petition is granted, our happiness will increase. It may come slowly, but it will come. I have that assurance from a loving Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ.

I testify that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, that President Russell M. Nelson is our living prophet today. God the Father lives and loves us. He wants us to come home to Him in families. Our loving Savior invites us to follow Him on our journey there. They have prepared the way. In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen."

"Lest Ye Be Wearied and Faint in Your Minds"

Neal A. Maxwell

April, 1991 GC

Restoration

"The Savior and Joseph Smith - Alike Yet Unlike"

Francis M. Gibbons

April 1991, GC

We began our day with Citrus Sunrise herbal tea. What a way to start the day!  We got some rain last night but not enough to make things too muddy. James had the diesel mechanic come out again to look at the Cats. Last time it cost $710 and they still don't run plus James had to buy parts. 

The mechanic was here with his assistant about four hours plus he added two hours driving time. The cost was $710, same as last time but at least this time the little Cat works!

James drove it around awhile and bladed our road. He loves having equipment to use!

This afternoon James went over to Tom's to get the corral panels we need for the horse house. 

I guess we are going to stay at Sheri's when we go to the valley on the 6th. Trina texted me and said that she had been exposed to the coronavirus. One of her patients has it. Just to be safe and ease Trina's mind, we will stay with Sheri.

Sheri said Ben will be released in June and she plans on driving up to get him. She wants James and I to come with her. We would love that. Ben is a little sad that his mission is being cut short. He was not supposed to come home until September.

Although James was happy to have his Cat working because he plans on taking it down to use on the Chacon job, he got some bad new from Armando. The footings inspection failed because they didn't have the footings for the porch dug. James said they weren't going to dig those footings until later when they did the porch. Still failed.

This evening we watched "Teaching with Power" with Ben Wilcox. We both really like is power-point presentation.

James got 22,400 steps today. He is an overachiever.

 All I want for Easter

I already have the book

Interesting

 We can never have too much of Charlie!

 Our ward missionary is home!

 Is this too political. I hope Aunt Gene

doesn't read my blog, she is a

Democrat.

An Angel