Friday, June 23, 2023: Finish dominoes game & Brian wins, Goodbyes, Puzzle, Lesson, Fix printer, James passes all inspections @ 51st Ave., Handsoap came, Face swells,

 

Meridian, Idaho

 158th operating temple

Dedicated: 19 Nov 2017

By: Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Jesus Christ, Types of, in Anticipation

Exodus 16:4

Then said the LORD unto Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you; and the people shall go out and gather a certain rate every day, that I may prove them, whether they will walk in my law, or no.

Book of Mormon

Alma 20:19-30

Come Follow Me

Luke 23:34 The Savior is our example of forgiveness.

Jesus' Name

Son of God

Word

Love

Phrase

Truly this was the Son of God

Affirmation

With unwavering faith I declare that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. I find strength and peace in my testimony of Jesus Christ and His Atonement.

AprGenCon

The Teachings Of Jesus Christ

President Dallin H. Oaks

First Counselor in the First Presidency

"Wherefore, seek not the things of this world but seek ye first to build up the kingdom of God, and to establish his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you."

Before Kim and Brian left this morning we finished our dominoes game. Brian won and I came in second. 

I told Kim to please text when she gets home safely, which she did.

Love these two!

I wanted to run off my visual aids for my lesson on Sunday but the color is still not working on my computer. I Googled what to do and tried everything that was suggested but nothing worked. I also went on HP's website and did a chat. None of the things suggested there worked either. Finally as a last resort, I deleted the printer from my computer and then reinstalled. Bingo, now the color works!

 I worked on the umbrella puzzle, did some walking, and worked on my blog. It seems like there is never enough time to do everything I want to. I think it's because I just don't move as fast as I used to.

James had some good news today. He passed all of the inpsections on the 51st Avenue job. Now he just needs to collect the rest of the money they owe him. It took him several hours to collect receipts and figure up the final payment. 

My face is swelling again but not as badly as it has in the past. This time it is on my left side. 

I finally got the hand soaps I ordered from Bath & Body Works today. They had a big sale so I ordered ten different bottles.

May hands will always be clean

I love Kim's purple suitcase. It is

prettier than shown here.

Bentonville, Arkansas Temple Open House

 

Thursday, June 22, 2023: Gail's birthday, Dawn asks for German chocolate cake recipes, Trip to town Walmart & Firehouse Subs, Elder Higginson & Elder Bragor come for dinner

 

Tucson, Arizona

157th operating temple

Dedicated: 13 Aug 2017

By: Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Jesus Christ, Types of, in Anticipation

Exodus 16:15

And when the children of Israel saw it, they said one to another, It is manna: for they wist not what it was. And Moses said unto them, This is the bread which the LORD hath given you to eat.

Book of Mormon

Alma 20:1-18

Come Follow Me

Matt 27:46; Mark 15:34 Jesus Christ suffered alone so I don't have to.

Jesus' Name

Son of God

Word

Love

Phrase

Truly this was the Son of God.

Inklings Affirmation:

I am united with my Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ each day. I choose to honor, understand, and commit to my covenant connection with Them. Through this bond I am promised Their transforming power and enduring protection.

AprGenCon

Peacemakers Needed

President Russell M. Nelson

President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Savior's Atonement made it possible for us to overcome all evil - including contention, Make no mistake about it: contention is evil! Jesus Christ declared that those who have "the spirit of contention" are not of Him but are "of the devil, who is the father of contention, and the devil stirreth up the hearts of men to contend with anger, one with another." Those who foster contention are taking a page out of Satan's playbook, whether they realize it or not. "No man can serve two masters." We cannot support Satan with our verbal assaults and then think that we can still serve God.

Kim finished the heart stamp puzzle today. I am still working on the 35 umbrella puzzle. 

Happy Birthday Gail. I wonder if Dawn made him a German chocolate birthday cake.

The missionaries are coming for dinner this evening.  They called this morning to confirm. James and I went to town around noon to buy groceries. James asked me to fix a lemon creme pie. I am also doing baked ziti, garlic bread like Jared fixes it, and a green salad.

James went to Home Depot and then got in the lunch line at Firehouse Subs. I did something I always dread that I will do. Sunday when we went to the valley I put my wallet in my purple purse and when I grabbed my black purse I didn't even think to check to see if my wallet was inside. I had no wallet when I checked out and no way to pay for my groceries. I was sent over to the customer service line and waited for James to bring his credit card to pay for my groceries. He was stuck in the line at Firehouse so it took awhile. Have you ever had this happen to you? I always check my purse before leaving the house, except for today.

Back at home I took a quick nap and then made the lemon creme pie because it has to chill for at least two hours. Next I made the baked ziti, using Marci Coombs' recipe. I made some garlic bread the way Jared made it when he was here and Kim and I made a salad while James set the table and poured some ice water.

When the elders arrived I asked Elder Bargor where he was from. When he said Montana that was an ice breaker for Brian to tell him about applying for a job in Montana and to ask him what part of Montana he was from. Elder Higginson has been here before and we knew he was from Idaho. 

Everyone seemed to like the ziti and all went back for seconds except for Kim and I. Kim and Brian excused themselves early to go for a "Bruce" ride. Bruce is Brian's Bronco. They took off the top and when they returned they said it was the best ride ever. They saw turkey, deer, elk, antelope, and even a squirrel. 

The elders are very quiet, especially Elder Higginson. He did do an object lesson and we had a nice gospel discussion. I took a picture of them before they left.

Elder Bargor and Elder Higginson

James and I cleaned the kitchen and just as we were finishing up Kim and Brian returned. They told us about their ride and then asked if we wanted to play dominoes. We said yes.

In between rounds I did some walking so I could get my 10,000-12,000 steps. We didn't finish the game but left the dominoes out because we will finish it in the morning before Kim and Brian leave for home.

I've seen them all

Wednesday, June 21, 2023: Hook & Ladder, 50's puzzle finished, Talk w/ Kim & Brian on the front porch, CFM notes & quotes, payment from Briarcliff,

Paris, France

156th operating temple

Dedicated: 21 May 2017

By: Henry B. Eyring

Jesus Christ, Types of, in Anticipation

Revelation 5:6

And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth.

Book of Mormon

Alma 19:22-36

Come Follow Me

Matt 27:27-49, 54; Mark 15:16-32; Luke 23:11, 35-39; John 19:1-5 Mocking cannot change the truth.

Jesus' Name

Son of God

Word

Love

Phrase

Truly this was the Son of God

Affirmation

With unwavering faith I declare that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. I find strength and peace in my testimony of Jesus Christ and His Atonement.

AprGenCon

A Voice of Gladness!

Elder Kevin R. Duncan

Of the Seventy

The Prophet Joseph had been teaching about baptism for the dead. This was indeed a glorious revelation that was received with great joy. When Church members first learned that they could be baptized for their deceased loved ones, they rejoiced. Wilford Woodruff said, "The moment I heard of it, my soul leaped for joy!"

Here are a few notes I took while listening to "Don't Miss This" and "Follow Him." 

"Someday, somewhere, every human tongue will be called upon to confess as did a Roman centurion who witnessed all of this, "Truly this was the Son of God." - Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

"What have you learned about Jesus recently? He met the criminal on the cross. He meets people where they are." - Emily Belle Freeman

Jack Welch was on "Follow Him." He has a book called: "The Parables of Jesus Teaching the Plan of Salvation."

James got another payment for the 51st Avenue job. I like it when $30,000 shows up in our bank account. One more payment and we will be paid in full. Hopefully we pass all of the week's inspections.

Kim brought the cutest umbrella puzzle for me to do. I am excited to start it even though this is the week I teach Relief Society. Puzzles are a good was to unwind.

I was craving a sub sandwich today. Brian had one from Firehouse that he got for free for his birthday. When I saw the container yesterday my appetite was triggered and I asked James if when he went in to town he would go to Firehouse. I wanted a Hook & Ladder.

This afternoon Kim and Brian were sitting on the couch and Kim was reading to Brian from a book called: "How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One" by Dr. Joe Dispenza. It sounds like an interesting book and I just might have to get it.  

This evening, the most beautiful time of the day, we went outside on the front porch to enjoy the cool night air. We began talking to Kim and Brian about what their plans were regarding buying the cabin.    

I think this all came about when we were talking about selling the cabin to pay off debts so James could retire. Kim and Brian do not want us to have to do that. Brian wants to buy the cabin, pay us, and then allow us to live here. He seems to know how much it is worth. He says that their house appraised for $450,000 and so he figures that the cabin and the land is worth between 2-3 million dollars. He is right. We talked a little more and everyone was given an assignment and then we will meet again and talk. Kim and Brian are going to be the executors of our will so I have to get all of our financial information in order for them. We also need to update our will. It was a good meeting and I was impressed with Brian and his desire to take care of not only his family but us too.

Maks with his son Rio John

"Puppy Love" on the way to

Bentonville, Arkansas

Scarlett picking berries

Perfect!
 

 

Tuesday, June 20, 2023: Video of crucifixion, my heart hurts, flat tire on Pierce's Cat, 51st Ave almost finished, Your Endowment, Shadows of Swanford Abbey, Cancel temple w/ Ruth, KB here, They love the kitties

 

Hartford, Connecticut

155th operating temple

Dedicated: 20 Nov 2016

By: Henry B. Eyring

Jesus Christ, Types of, in Anticipation

Exodus 12:21

And the Lord went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go be day and night:

Book of Mormon

Alma 19:12-21

Come Follow Me

Matt 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19 Jesus Christs willingness to suffer shows HIs love for the Father and for all of us.

Jesus' Name

Son of God

Word

Love

Phrase

Truly this was the Son of God

Affirmation

With unwavering faith I declare that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. I find strength and peace in my testimony of Jesus Christ and His Atonement.

AprGenCon

"My Mind Caught Hold Upon This Thought"

Elder Neil L. Andersen

Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Filling our mind with the power of Jesus Christ does not mean that He is the only thought we have. But it does mean that all our thoughts are circumscribed in His love, His life and teachings, and His atoning sacrifice and glorious Resurrection.

During scriptures this morning James and I watched a Church video of the crucifixion. It made my heart hurt. Even though I know it was necessary, it is so difficult to watch the Savior being ill-treated, bruised, broken and torn and left on a cross to die.

I read from my book, "Your Endowment" this morning. I love this book so much and have learned so much from it. It is written by a brother named Mark A. Shields who lives in Mesa, Arizona. I have always wondered what the enmity was that the Lord placed between Satan and the seed of the woman. Brother Shields says it is the Light of Christ, which, if I think about it, makes perfect sense. We are given the Light of Christ when we are born into this world to protect of from the evils of Satan.

James was using Pierce's Cat at Barbara's and it got a flat tire. It took him forever to get the tire off. He had to take the tire into town to get it fixed but it was necessary. 

This week the job at 51st Avenue will be completed and James should get his final payments. Hopefully he will pass all of the inspections.

I cancelled my trip to the temple with Ruth Gale because Kim and Brian are coming this afternoon. They didn't end up getting here until after six so I probably could have gone. Now it will be another month before I see my friend Ruth.

We all watched a Crossword Puzzle Mystery this evening starring Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliot. It was good.

I am finishing up my 50's puzzle and Kim is doing the Love Stamp puzzle. She brought her umbrella puzzle and I'm going to do it next. 

Kim and Brian love the kitties and they are concerned that dad needs to give them water. 

I talked to Brian about why he didn't take the Montana job where he would have managed six hardware stores. He went to the temple two times and he just didn't feel good about the job. I'm glad he didn't take it. James and I are going to talk to he and Kim while they are here about buying the cabin.

Young Women temple trip

Alice Wilhelm, LeeAnn Hunsaker,

Jordyn Applegate, Kelly Reynolds

My 50's puzzle

Ireland puzzle Kim wants except it only

has 500 pieces

Miss Scarlett

This week Autumn, Scarlett, Jared, Kacey

and Jared all went to the Bentonville, Arkansas

temple open house.