At Least It’s Christmas Sock Season: A Look on the Bright Side

I know there are people who are very strict or specific about when the Christmas season starts. Some will argue that putting up your tree before Thanksgiving or decorating for Christmas at all before Thanksgiving takes away from the Thanksgiving celebration. For me, the Christmas sock season starts on November 1, and I was grateful…… Continue reading At Least It’s Christmas Sock Season: A Look on the Bright Side

Abish: A Woman of Faith

Over the last few weeks, in “Come Follow Me,” we’ve been studying the stories of people such as Alma the Younger, Ammon, King Lamoni, and Lamoni’s father. These are names well-known by most people who’ve read the Book of Mormon, especially those who have read it multiple times. Almost hidden in Alma 19, is a…… Continue reading Abish: A Woman of Faith

Trust Not in Man, But Trust in God

Several well-known church members have chosen to leave the church in recent years. Many of them, at least in the public eye, appear to be strong members of the church before suddenly announcing their departure. This reminds me how important it is to have my trust in the correct source rather than allowing the world…… Continue reading Trust Not in Man, But Trust in God

Scripture Study Hints: Study with a Question in Mind

I think we all have lessons or talks that stick with us more than others. For me, one of these lessons happened in December 2011. In a Relief Society lesson, the teacher encouraged us to write down a question as part of our scripture study. She encouraged us to make a chart where we recorded…… Continue reading Scripture Study Hints: Study with a Question in Mind

Holding On To Hope: Southern Meets Wyoming (5 Stars)

I won Holding On To Hope by Janet W. Ferguson in a Goodreads Giveaway last year. I finally read it this week, and it was an enjoyable story. The story starts in Alabama but takes place mostly in Wyoming, in and around Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone. Heading Out to Wyoming This book is…… Continue reading Holding On To Hope: Southern Meets Wyoming (5 Stars)

The Seven Last Statements of Christ’s Life

While the Easter season is coming to an end, it’s never too late to focus on Christ’s sacrifice, especially with today being Easter Monday in some cultures. Last week, I was encouraged to study the last seven statements that Jesus said while on the cross. Different people might get different messages out of these statements,…… Continue reading The Seven Last Statements of Christ’s Life

13 Ways to Prepare for and Enjoy Your Temple Visit

I’ve been an ordinance worker at the Idaho Falls Temple since June 2018. During that time, both as a worker and as a patron, I’ve noticed several things that allow the experience to be more spiritual for everyone involved. Make a Temple Appointment While some temples have always required or strongly recommended that you get…… Continue reading 13 Ways to Prepare for and Enjoy Your Temple Visit

Finding Baby Holly: A Cult and An Adoption (4.5 Stars)

Finding Baby Holly: Lost to a Cult, Surviving My Parents’ Murders, and Saved by Prayer was written by Holly Marie (AKA Baby Holly) with help from Cindy and David Lambert. This book was published last month, and I just finished reading it. Despite giving it 4.5 stars, I have included it on my “well-worth reading”…… Continue reading Finding Baby Holly: A Cult and An Adoption (4.5 Stars)

I Admire Those Who Do Rather Than Make Excuses

I’ll admit it. I’m one of those people who sometimes makes excuses why I can’t do something. I’m too tired. It’s too hard. I really don’t want to. It’s too awkward. I did it last time. I don’t even know that person that well. Can’t someone else help them? Examples of People Who Don’t Make…… Continue reading I Admire Those Who Do Rather Than Make Excuses

I Must Be Perfect Now… Or Not

In life, we often feel like we have to present ourselves as perfect. Social media often adds to this desire to appear as though we do everything perfectly and have the perfect life. Unfortunately, as we do this, we present an inaccurate representation of ourselves, and in turn, we may make others feel like they’ll…… Continue reading I Must Be Perfect Now… Or Not