Yesterday morning while everyone else was getting ready for church I played with my girls’ hair. They all have long(ish) hair, though some have stick straight hair while a couple inherited some very ringlet curly hair. When my first daughter was born one of the first things my husband remembers me saying is, “I can’t wait […]
Archives for 2014
A Christ Centered Christmas {Review & Giveaway}
I love celebrating Christmas! I love decorating my home with all the assorted Nativity sets I have collected over the years. Our family enjoys our various traditions of studying the Names of Christ throughout December, having a scripture advent countdown, and doing Christmas school. Last year I came across a wonderful book called, A Christ-Centered […]
Grateful in any Circumstance
Years ago my sister-in-law stitched a saying that I love, It goes along with one of my favorite scriptures, “Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.” (Philippians 4:11) We have been blessed with so much! I firmly believe ingratitude and discontentment […]
Nominate a Mother!
American Mothers is an organization dedicated to honoring, educating and serving mothers at home, at work and in the world. Though it officially began in 1935 its roots go all the way to the Civil War when Anna Reeves Jarvis sought to heal the wounds created by the conflict by gathering mothers from both sides […]
The Miracles of Gratitude
Several years ago as I listened to President Thomas S. Monson in General Conference a new thought came into my mind that for some reason had never occurred to me before. It is in the acknowledgement of blessings that miracles occur. Here’s what he said, My brothers and sisters, do we remember to give thanks […]
Ahhh, November
November, one of my favorite months, is finally here! I love the crisp, cool mornings, the frost on the windows, the tango it dances with winter and autumn, cinnamon scents, hot chocolate, and all things pumpkin. I especially love it for the wonderful holiday of Thanksgiving. Keeping a gratitude journal has been one of the […]
Wreckage and Ruin
Wreckage and Ruin – those are the newest nicknames for the two youngest boys. Which one is which depends on the day. Things that survived all previous eight children without nary a scratch are now being systematically destroyed. I like that they are good buddies and all but please, oh, please why do they feed […]
Life on the Flying W Farm
Long time readers know of my love for the talented Young family and the varied ways they inspire others through painting, photography, and literary publications. Prints of some of Elspeth’s Women in the Bible paintings grace my daughters’ walls. I have subscribed to The Storybook Home Journal for several years and utilize it in my homeschool. […]
Faith in God Study Journal {Giveaway}
Faith in God is a wonderful program in our church for children 8-11. There is a program for boys and one for girls. They each do activities in three areas: developing talents, serving others, and learning and living the gospel to help them develop greater faith in God. Heidi from A Lively Hope has created […]
The Miracles of Jesus {Book Review}
The time has come where I really must write the review for this book. I have been putting it off. Why? Because I can’t seem to find the right words to describe the beautiful and sacred feeling I had when reading it. It has truly touched me in a profound way. The Miracles of Jesus […]
Saints and Soldiers: The Void {Giveaway}
Saints and Soldiers is a collection of WWII movies, all independent of one another but all sharing messages of hope in the goodness of humankind. The third movie to be released is called Saints and Soldiers: The Void. Germany, May 1945, the twilight of WWII. On a final mission deep in the Harz mountains a […]
I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked
I walked today where Jesus walked. Though my weary feet do not walk the desert Judean paths He traversed, they do walk a path of service. I am reminded of this as I pass by The Living Christ hanging in our hallway. Some of the words echo in my ears, “He walked the roads of […]
Using Everyday Objects to Teach Gospel Principles
On Sunday I taught the 12-13 year old Sunday School class. It was one of the best lessons ever. And it wasn’t because of me. Those youth are sharp and smart and they think about things. The lesson was on how Jesus Christ used everyday objects and experiences to teach people in parables. He would […]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothies
A favorite snack to eat at our house is chocolate peanut butter banana smoothies. I think it is made every day, usually a couple of times, so there is enough to feed the hungry masses that are always present here. They are super simple to make with a recipe that is very easy to remember. […]
A Refuge From the Storm by Boyd K. Packer {Book Review}
Boyd K. Packer is currently the president of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles. He is a mighty spiritual giant who has not shied away from teaching and warning specifically about the family and the priesthood. A Refuge From the Storm: The Priesthood, the Family, the Church is a compilation of past talks given by President […]
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