The Restoration Movie

Tonight, we watched “The Restoration” for FHE.  There are so many things I love about that movie.  I may even venture to say that it is my favorite movie.  (For contrast, the second place movie is “What’s Up Doc?”) Granted, the story of...
Never Alone

Never Alone

The Lion has been quite the little cuddler lately.  (And I love it!)  Before naps and bedtime, he’ll just nuzzle under my chin and wrap one arm around me, (making sure the other hand is available to hold his pacifier), and rock in the rocking chair with me.  It...

Put Me In Coach

This morning I was emptying the dishwasher and kept thinking about how I should let LJ do it after breakfast.  (He is actually quite competent at it.).  However, it was going to be a busy morning so I decided to just do it rather than letting him in on the...

A Short Christmas Message

Photos by Busy Bee PhotographyEvery Christmas season, I find myself thinking of those who were notified of the Savior’s birth.  They were the humble, (the shepherds), and those who had studied the scriptures, (the wise men).  We need to strive to have...
The Influence of Good Friends

The Influence of Good Friends

I am reminded of one of the greatest blessings of my mission at least once a week.  One of my companions, Shelley, lives a couple of miles from our house.  Twice a week, she watches the boys while I work.  Shelley’s daughter Hannah has become one of John’s...

Guest Post: Happiness

The first ward that Doug and I were in when we got married was perfect for us.  The experiences and people have left a powerful impression upon me and changed my life for the better.  I was so impressed with so many of the ladies in the ward that I decided I wanted to...