The Family: A Proclamation to the World

Gordon B. Hinckley, President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, proclaimed in September of 1995 about the importance of the family.  It is called a proclamation to the world.  I searched the word proclamation on Google and the definition it came up with was this, "a public or official announcement, especially one […]

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Why You Should Be Drinking More Water

Did you realize that over half our body contains water? Without this vital element, we would cease to exist. How long could we last without replenishing our body with water? Well, I am no expert but, for me, this past weekend has been eye-opening regarding this natural resource that too many people take for granted. […]

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That is what I call a win, win and guilt-free shopping!

They say that women love chocolate, shopping and girl's night out and not exactly in that order.  I would have to agree with GNO and chocolate, but shopping has never been my thing.  I know a shocker right!?  It has to be one of my least favorite things to do, but it is still a […]

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Even If It Was

I met Vickie last year while teaching a family history class.  I was impressed with the joy that radiated from her and then a few months later I heard her share a story about her son that really blew me away.  I was again impressed when she was able to pass through a horrible tragedy […]

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“Let It Go”

Since the movie "Frozen" melted our hearts, little girls have been dressing up like Queen Elsa and singing full-throated versions of its theme song, "Let It Go."  It can be very freeing to let go of things.  Sometimes we even have to let go of toxic people who pull us down and seek to inhibit […]

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Book of Mormon Series Scripture Mastery 2 Nephi 2:27

Every first day of the month the LDS Blog Train shares free ideas to help strengthen homes and families across the world.  In honor of the 4th of July coming up in just a few days, the theme for the blog train this month is "Religious Freedom."  I thought I would share a free scripture […]

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How to Memorize the Scriptures as a Family

Join us as we take on the challenge of memorizing the scriptures as a family. We will be starting our scripture mastery program with the Book of Mormon beginning with 1 Nephi 3:7. Jump on board and download some free worksheets including a mini-booklet, index cards, flash cards and games.

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72 Hour Kit – Food and Water

Are you ready for an Emergency?  What would happen if you had to evacuate your home today?  Would you be prepared?  Those are many of the questions that were addressed during an Emergency Preparedness Fair that I participated in on Saturday.   I put together a booth about 72 hour kits.  During a crisis, these […]

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Price Matching at Walmart

Don't you LOVE a great deal?  Did you know that each week you can get some great grocery deals without having to even clip a coupon?  Our family lives just a minute from Walmart.  I know, some people hate that store and some people love it.  When you are on a tight grocery budget Walmart's price […]

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