Feeling Grateful..
Today I am feeling overwhelmingly grateful. I am grateful that I have a Loving, Kind, All-Knowing Heavenly Father who loves me. That He loves me so much that He sent His Only Begotten Son, the Savior Jesus Christ to die for me and thus pave the way through His life, His example, His Teachings, and His Ultimate sacrifice, for me to return to live with my Father in Heaven again.
I am grateful for the gift of prayer; that I can pray and that I know those prayers are heard and are answered no matter how long I may have to wait for that answer.
I am grateful for the knowledge that I have of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. I am grateful to be able to share that knowledge in so many forms and at so many times in my day.
I have a testimony of my Savior Jesus Christ. I know he is my friend and my Salvation. I know that it is only through His gospel that has been restored to the earth in these latter days that I can return to live with Him.
I know that the gospel that He taught while He lived here upon the earth exists today. I know that because I have learned for myself, time and time again. I know this because a loving Heavenly Father would never let His children live in confusion and fear without providing a way out. He is and has never been one to leave His children alone. I am grateful for the strong and lasting peace this brings to me, no matter what my day, or week is like. No matter what trials may come my way. I am never alone with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I never feel empty. For this I am truly grateful.
I am grateful for the gift of prayer; that I can pray and that I know those prayers are heard and are answered no matter how long I may have to wait for that answer.
I am grateful for the knowledge that I have of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. I am grateful to be able to share that knowledge in so many forms and at so many times in my day.
I have a testimony of my Savior Jesus Christ. I know he is my friend and my Salvation. I know that it is only through His gospel that has been restored to the earth in these latter days that I can return to live with Him.
I know that the gospel that He taught while He lived here upon the earth exists today. I know that because I have learned for myself, time and time again. I know this because a loving Heavenly Father would never let His children live in confusion and fear without providing a way out. He is and has never been one to leave His children alone. I am grateful for the strong and lasting peace this brings to me, no matter what my day, or week is like. No matter what trials may come my way. I am never alone with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I never feel empty. For this I am truly grateful.
Old Mcdonald's Farm...
On Saturday we had a blast on a beautiful Fall day and went to Old Mcdonald's Farm. This was seriously the coolest place to take young kids. They had activities of all kinds. They had a critter barn, hay rides, slides, corn cribs, a hay maze, antique tractors etc. Plus on the hay ride they took you to their huge pumpkin patch where you got to pick out your own pumpkin! Our little guy absolutely loved it! We tried really hard to get a cute fall pic of our little guy smiling, but what can we say he just isn't into posing on demand yet:) It was a great way to spend an Autumn morning! We will definitely be trying to go back next year!
Our Family Week....
This past week, Bryan took off work from Wednesday on! Plus he didn't have class!!! Wahoo, we had a husband and Dad all to ourselves. We made sure to take care of house and car things while we could, but every day we tried to do something fun. Wednesday we went early Christmas shopping, cut our little guy's hair and watched a movie. On Thursday, we went to a fun consignment sale, and Bryan and I had a date night ( which included a quick visit to Panera Bread) thanks to a wonderful Aunt Kristin for babysitting. On Friday, I got a morning to myself to go shopping for some much needed clothing while baby boy and Dad had some fun playtime together. Then after naps we went on a family walk at the Riverpark. And Saturday we culminated the week with a trip to Old McDonald's Farm! We are sad to have this week end, but it only makes us look that much more forward to Thanksgiving! Check out our pics of our fun week on our photo blog.
Fires of Faith: The coming forth of the King James Bible
For those who may not know, I really love history, especially the history of the Bible. There is a new documentary series airing on BYU TV on the 16th of this month. It will be aired in three parts and is called " Fires of Faith: The Coming Forth of the King James Bible."
"To create this documentary, more than 130 reenactments were filmed in eight countries at many of the actual sites where the original events took place—from a fourth-century monastery in Israel to an 800-year-old English castle to a 500-year-old European church. Commentary by 18 international scholars and religious leaders throughout the film reveal differing perspectives while still confirming that the King James Bible’s influence is immeasurable." The three-part series, Fires of Faith: The Coming Forth of the King James Bible, follows the complex history of the book—the sacrifice of countless people to bring it to pass, its violent beginnings, changes over time, and its influence the world over today. At the forefront of the history is British religious scholar William Tyndale, who was responsible for the original translations that make up more than 80 percent of the Bible’s text."
I am really excited about this! It should very interesting. So for all of you out there like me, who love to read the Bible, this might actually broaden our perspective on it's history.
I am really excited about this! It should very interesting. So for all of you out there like me, who love to read the Bible, this might actually broaden our perspective on it's history.
Things As They Really Are
Two questions we can ask ourselves to see if we are using technologies properly
Time....
I just finished watching this speech by Elder Ian S. Arden from the past General Conference and it has made me reevaluate some things in my life with regards to how I use my time. I have some new goals now, among them are: My love/hate relationship with Facebook will soon be fixed, my blogs will be updated twice a week, Pinterest will be a once a week thing, and I will be using the phone to talk more than to email or text...so be expecting my pleasant voice soon. So if you are needing to get a hold of me faster than a week's time just give me a ring!
Buying Stock...
I think it would be wise if we bought stock in these:
It's what I seem to be buying a lot lately. It's also a sign that I am living in a house with two men:), growing up with all girls it just wasn't the same in regards to food intake (or at least with regards to these choices:) Chocolate is a whole different story.)
Oh I love early days....
Today and yesterday were early days. What does that mean? It means that Bryan has an earlier work schedule and no class, so he ends up being home by 5pm. How I love these days! Bryan, as of late has been taking our little dude to the park down the road to play for a half hour- hour while I actually get to ENJOY making dinner:) These days don't come often, maybe 4 times a month, but oh how I love it when they come!
Hodge Podge
For all of those who live near the Signal Mountain area and you love crafts etc. I highly encourage you to go to Hodge Podge. A good friend of mine will be having a booth there. She makes these really cool purses and much more. She also has an awesome Etsy site. Hodge Podge starts Friday, October 6th through Saturday, October 7th from 10am-5pm. Here is the link for more info.
I will be going sometime on Friday, so call me or email me and let me know if you would like to meet up.
It's getting closer......
Anyone know what this is?
For years (literally) I have only hoped to see this musical... and soon very soon I get to!!!! Saturday Bryan is taking me to Atlanta to see "WICKED"!!!!!! I am SOOOOOO excited!!!!! I am and have always been a HUGE musical fan!!! Everyone of my sisters and my parents have seen it at least once. It has come to the south so many times over the past 3 years and every time it came we either couldn't go for scheduling reasons or money reasons. But now we are! I am trying to memorize the soundtrack to be better prepared:) (Just kidding- right now when riding in the car I am lucky if our little guy lets me not listen to Barney soundtrack:)) So for all those other die hard musical fanatics- this one is for you!
The Book of Mormon
Elder Tad R. Calister gave an amazing speech on this very subject! Oh what I would have given to have had his words in my mouth when trying to explain what the Book of Mormon is in high school! To listen to or watch what I am talking about click here. I am hoping to put the video on here when it becomes available.
General Conference...
This past weekend was General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is held twice a year in April and in October and is what I consider to be a spiritual feast. During General Conference for our church we have the privilege and opportunity to be taught and encouraged by a living prophet, President Thomas S. Monson and other leaders of the church. It is broadcasted via satelite and internet etc from Salt Lake City, Utah ( Where our Church Headquarters are located). It is a total of 5 sessions in one weekend ( Saturday and Sunday) and each session is 2 hours in length. So for us it is at noon and then 4pm. This is a conference that anyone can watch or participate in, whether Mormon or not:)
There were some amazing speeches given that really made me look inward and helped me know where improvement was needed. Because of a busy toddler:) I wasn't able to focus as much on all the sessions as I have been able to in the past, but thankfully they have them all online to view! I have been trying to watch one or two while I eat lunch and our little guy is down for his afternoon nap and I learn so much each time. I am so grateful for a loving Heavenly Father who continues to speak to prophets in our day. If you didn't get the chance to watch conference or you didn't even know about it, here is the link so that you can see what it is all about! I know that in listening to and watching the speeches given in General Conference, your life will only be blessed.
There were some amazing speeches given that really made me look inward and helped me know where improvement was needed. Because of a busy toddler:) I wasn't able to focus as much on all the sessions as I have been able to in the past, but thankfully they have them all online to view! I have been trying to watch one or two while I eat lunch and our little guy is down for his afternoon nap and I learn so much each time. I am so grateful for a loving Heavenly Father who continues to speak to prophets in our day. If you didn't get the chance to watch conference or you didn't even know about it, here is the link so that you can see what it is all about! I know that in listening to and watching the speeches given in General Conference, your life will only be blessed.
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