A woman interrupted the discussion in Relief Society about what things the Lord asks us to sacrifice (typical answers such as time, talents, tithing, etc.) to make a comment that boiled down to the following: 1) The Latin root of the word indicates that things sacrificed are not merely given up “for the cause,” but are instead sanctified and made… View Post
Tulips
At the risk of going all Georgia O’Keeffe on you, here are a couple shots I just took of the tulips that are slowly dying in a vase on my kitchen table. The afternoon light glowing through the petals was just too pretty to ignore. Maybe I should get back to regular posting now that I’m not sick anymore? Yes…. View Post
Pink? I Prefer Not.
I keep window shopping for baby clothes because, well, I can’t help myself. However, until very recently, I hadn’t purchased a single thing. This is probably a Very Good Thing, considering that we are on a tight budget, I will probably have a baby shower wherein I will receive precious tiny clothes, I’ve already had a couple bags of things… View Post
Never Say No To Panda
You guys. Maybe I have been working too many hours and not getting enough sleep. Maybe I am dealing with weird pregnancy brain. Maybe I just have problems. I’m pretty sure all of these things are true. BUT. I keep laughing hysterically–out loud and by myself, mind you–whenever I think about these commercials. It’s taking me twice as long to… View Post
Svithing prudence and thanksgiving: A true story
See D&C 89 “It amazes me,” she said, “how much the Lord is mindful of our needs. Even our dietary needs are provided for.” He nodded, indicating that she should continue. “In summer, we have melons and summer squash and other fruits and vegetables full of juices to keep us hydrated in the heat.” Other heads bobbed enthusiastically, thinking of… View Post
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