Honest and heartfelt stories and lessons about home, family, love, faith, and personal growth.
There are so many things I could write about today. The Spirit at church was so strong and thick, you could swim in it. From thinking about my purpose to fasting today, to the beautiful testimonies borne by other faithful…
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I remember like it was yesterday sitting in my 9th grade history class. We were studying different Christian religions and my teacher brought up Mormons. A boy in class, one I happened to have a crush on at the time, shook his head…
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I am a person who loves music. As I think about it, it has always been such a huge part of my life, and the memories I have make me smile. My love of music came from my Nana and Granddad. My…
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This week in Sunday School, we discussed the story of Balaam, a prophet whom King Balak enticed many times to curse the Israelites. You can read a full description of the story here. I found it very interesting and enlightening….
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This Sunday, as everyone knows, was Mother’s Day. The whole day was wonderful, and during every minute of church, the Spirit was there so strongly. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we believe in the divine nature of…
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Last week I completed my fourth and final semester studying the Book of Mormon, along with other sisters who I have come to love dearly. The first two semesters, I was blessed to be taught by a wonderful sister. Then the last…
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Since yesterday my mind has been filled with memories of my youngest baby, who is one year old today. I have felt sad that he is growing up so fast. I have also felt excitement about celebrating this wonderful milestone today….
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A friend of mine asked on Facebook yesterday, “Mommies, what matters?” She said that one of her friends was told she was a bad mother because her kids wear hand-me-down clothes. Everyone who responded to this post completely disagreed with…
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Last night, as well as tonight, I have had the wonderful privilege to attend “One Voice,” a presentation of music and testimony, sung by Saints Unified Voices gospel choir, directed by Gladys Knight. (To learn more about the choir, click here.)…
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This past Sunday was so wonderful. It was Easter Sunday, so my husband and I made a special effort with our kids to focus on the Savior. We also got to hear beautiful music and messages in church about Christ’s atonement and resurrection. Then, we were…
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