OUR FAMILY

Monday, November 7, 2022

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022: Snow, snow, & more snow, Sonic, Chase, Doctor, HD, Walmart, Desert Title, CVS, Goodwill, whew! Rearranging our bedroom a little,

Porto Alegre, Brazil

102nd operating temple

Dedicated: 17 Dec 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Son of man

Luke 22:22

And truly the Son of man goeth, as it was determined: but woe unto that man by whom he is betrayed!

Book of Mormon

3 Nephi 19:1-29

"Come Follow Me"

Daniel 3:19-28 The Savior will support me in my trials. Daniel 4.

OctGenCon

"Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives"

Sister Tracy Y. Browning

Second Counselor in the Primary General Presidency

In our lives that are often filled with questions, worries, pressures, and opportunities, our Savior's love for us individually and as His covenant children and also His teachings and laws are available daily resources that we can depend on to be a "light which shineth, ... enlightening our eyes and quickening our understandings." As we seek for the blessings of the Spirit in our lives, we will be able to, as Jacob taught, see "things are they really are, and ... as they really will be."

5:00 I was up. I spent an hour with my prayer journal. At 7:00 this morning it started to snow and snowed most of the day. While working on my blog I listened to and took notes on "Teaching with Power" with Ben Wilcox.

I love living in Vernon because of the variety in weather and scenery. In August we have sunflowers, lantana, and green fields. Then fall and the leaves change color. Today the trees all look like they are frosted and they are so beautiful!

Our trip to town amidst a snow storm included: A Sonic run, Chase to deposit Barbara's checks for her because she was afraid to drive in the snow, James's doctor's appointment with Dr. Ellsworth regarding his thumb, my trip to Walmart, James's trip to Home Depot, a Goodwill drop-off, Desert Title to sign the Deming land over to the Quintana's, CVS for James's neuropathy prescription, and home again home again jiggity jig. Whew. Oh yes, we also stopped at the Vernon post office and there was a package for me sent from England. this is what it contained:

Along with this cup came a catalog of all of these other different kitchen accessories that I want: Cannisters, butter dish, cream and sugar containers. Maybe these could be my Christmas gifts from James?

The doctor gave James a steroid shot in his thumb. He said if it didn't help his thumb to feel better, he would probably have to have surgery.

When we got home, after putting the groceries away, I rested, blogged and walked as it continued to snow. James built me a fire.

I just can't get enough!

I had orange chicken and chow mein noddles for dinner. We also made a Panda stop while in town. James had an egg roll.

While walking I did a little cleaning in our bedroom. I cleaned up James's corner, moved my upright jewelry cabinet next to the bed as my night stand and made room for a file cabinet by the bathroom better. I put my former nightstand table by the recliners. It looks so much better over by the window on my side of the bed.

James and I walked and read before going to bed.

Logan Robles secret fishing spot

Alex's secret fishing spot,

it's about the same place as Logan's

More snow

When I cleaned out the containers by the

window, I found these guys.

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022: Bdays: Donna, Barbara K, Cammy G, Visit Donna, MacArthur's bring eggs, roast, & firewood, Apples, Snow tomorrow

Recife, Brazil

101st operating temple

Dedicated: 15 Dec 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Son of man

Mark 14:41

And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.

Book of Mormon

3 Nephi 18:15-39

"Come Follow Me"

Daniel 2 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is hte kingdom of God on earth. Daniel 3.

OctGenCon

"Jesus Christ Is The Strength of Youth"

Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

My dear young friends, if the Savior were here right now, what would He say to you?

I believe He would start by expressing His deep love for you. He might say it with words, but it would also flow so strongly - just from His presence - that it would be unmistakable, reaching deep into your heart, filling your whole soul!

Up early for my gospel study and prayer journal. At 7 I went into the kitchen for breakfast and to heat up the oven. I made three small pumpkin cakes. One is for Donna Peeler and the other two for us. I realize now I should have taken one to Barbara Klug but I was so stressed for time because we had an appointment at the Peeler's at 10 and I didn't want to be late.

I got a text from my friend Chelsea MacArthur this morning. Her two girls, Peyton and Scotlyn, were Bluey and Bingo for Halloween.

She simply said: How are you feeling? I wrote back: Much better! Thank you for asking. Could I get some eggs from you later today?

Chelsea: Of course we will get some in a carton for ya..do you guys have plenty of wood?? If you need some before this snow tomorrow we can get you some.

Me: Since James broke his leg, we don't have any cut. You are the best neighbors! His leg is pretty much healed but now he has a job starting so he is always busy!

Chelsea: You are kidding. Didn't know he broke his leg. Glad it's healing. We will bring a truck load of wood and some eggs over in a bit.

A little while later Jarred MacArthur rang our doorbell. He had a dozen eggs, and a roast for us to cook, and a truck load of wood. I tried to pay him $20 and he would not take it. It wasn't nearly enough but it was what I had. He went around to the back and began piling wood on our back porch. James came home and helped him and they had a nice visit. This is from someone who does not attend church but is always looking out for his neighbors. He has a good heart.

I wrote this text to Chelsea and told Jarred I would love to babysit for them whenever they needed it. He said they might take me up on that.

Me: Chelsea and Jarred:

Thank you so much for your kindness to us. We are so appreciative and grateful for your friendship!

Love, James & Karen Lambson

I finished Donna's cake and decorated it with some cream cheese frosting. I also made her a Luke 1:37 plaque, For with God nothing shall be impossible, some sweet apple scented hand soap, and a bouquet of daffodils card. It wasn't much but it brought tears to Donna's eyes. She told me I was the greatest and I told her I thought she was. We gave each other a hug. James got a hug too.

Donna said she was having lunch with her girls. I said, "Oh, who are your girls.?" She said, "Alicia and Stefani. Alicia is the bishop's wife and Stefani is her twin sister. They knew Donna and Owen when they all lived in Utah.

Back home for lunch. James and I fixed grilled cheese sandwiches and soup for lunch. Tasty and not to difficult to make. James goes back to work at Bartel's and I go take a nap.

I remember last year on November 2nd I made Donna a Texas sheetcake and I made a carrot cake for Cammy Grapp. I texted Cammy and wished her a happy birthday and she texted me back. I am glad I did it because it was nice to hear from her.

James picked up the half a box of apples we ordered from the Wilhelm's. There are a lot. I can't remember what kind but they are pretty tart. James likes them and I said they would be good for baking. He asked me to make some baked apples. I will, but who knows when.

I finished John Hilton III's book, "Considering the Cross." I also started his course "Seeking Jesus" and listened to the first lecture. There are 28. I also listened to "Original Grace" while walking.

I downloaded "Believing Christ" by Stephen Robinson at the recommendation of Brother Adam Miller who wrote "Original Grace." I've read it before but will read it again.

Beautiful wood inside and out

Snickers cake

Can you see the wood?

Rowan's Cross Country Team

Love this picture!

Tuesday, November 1st, 2022: Temple w/ Ruth W. & Sue H., Many from our ward, Sonic, J @ Bartel's, Steps, Blog, Chicken Tacos, "Jolly Good Christmas", Stacy

Boston, Massachusetts

100th operating temple

Dedicated: 1 Oct 2000

By: Gordon B. Hinckley

Jesus Christ, Son of man

Mark 14:21

The Son man indeed goeth, as it is written of him: but woe to that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! good were it for that man if he had never been born.

Book of Mormon

3 Nephi 18:1-14

"Come Follow Me"

Daniel 1;3;6 I can trust in the Lord when my faith is tried. Daniel 2.

OctGenCon

"Helping the Poor and Distressed"

President Dallin H. Oaks

First Counselor in the First Presidency

My subject today concerns what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its members give and do for the poor and distressed. I will also speak of similar giving by other good people. Giving to those in need is a principle in all Abrahamic religions and in others as well.

Up at 5:50. James went to work at Bartel's. Deven Crane helps him today. The mechanic he called never showed up. I left for the temple at 9:30. I stopped at the church to pick up Ruth Wallace and then we drove on to Dollar General where Sue Hubble was waiting for us. Catherine Halcomb isn't coming today. She said she was just too busy.

The first person Sue and I saw when we entered the upstairs of the temple was Pierce. He had his head down but he lifted it up looked at us and smiled. When I got into the dressing room I was greeted by two friends, Donna Lundgren and Jani Huso Johnson.

When we got into the endowment room I looked around and realized there were nine people in our ward in this session: Maxine Thompson, Debra Martin, Donna & Owen Peeler, Chuck & Kathy Crane, Ruth, Sue, and I.

On the way home we put in our Sonic order. Ruth gave me $5 for her order and $5 for gas. We all ordered chicken slingers. I also ordered one for James and Sue ordered one for her dinner. She likes them as much as I do.

Some things I learned about Sue and Ruth today. Sue is going to Silver City, New Mexico on Thursday. She has two sisters that live there, one is her twin sister who is mentally handicapped. Her other sister, who is 61 takes care of her twin. Her sister is a barrel racer and has some big rodeo to go to so Sue is going down to stay with her other sister.

When Ruth found out I had rheumatoid arthritis she said that the reason her family moved to Arizona was because her mother had rheumatoid arthritis. She said her feet were so misshapen she had to order specially made shoes. Ruth also said who is her husband is struggling with his health. I do enjoy my time with these sisters but I must say, I missed Catherine. I do love temple days!

I told James I had a chicken Slinger sandwich for him. It just so happened it was right when he was bringing a load of dirt from Barbara's. He came in to get it and told me thank you, he hadn't had any lunch. It was almost 2:30.

I kept walking until I had over 12,000 steps. I'm back! I also finished last Wednesday's blogpost. I hate to be this far behind and it seems to happen more than I like.

We had chicken tacos for dinner again. Afterwards I talked to Stacy about coming down with Dad next Wednesday and while he has his meeting in Glendale, he could drop me off at her house and we could go to the temple. She liked that idea except for the fact that she really isn't a morning person.

I studied Come Follow Me with kristenwalkersmith and posted a picture of what I thought was an old picture of Joshua and Evan but turned out to be a picture of Joshua and Max. I forgot how much they looked alike when they were younger.

Watched "A Jolly Good Christmas" starring Will Kemp. Why in the world did they take someone from England, and make him a New Yorker without his English accent. The story was set in London but Will did not have his usual English accent and I was a little put off. So was Kim because I talked to her about it.