When Eliza two years old and starting to express herself quite clearly with words her parents left her with me for several nights and went out of town. She obviously missed them. She asked about them. She looked out the big front window hoping to see them coming up the walk, and at times she even ... Read More
“Mom, Can I Have An Otter? – Please!” – 12 Step Work
Last summer my brother and his wife took their four children to Sea Word. There was a situation during their vacation that I am sure is long forgotten that I will never forget. As related by my sister in law…”the whole family had just enjoyed the show put on by the Otters. Apparently the Otters did ... Read More
“Ethan, Patience Means Be Quiet!” – Steps 6 and 7
We've had the great experience of having three of our adult children, their spouses, and children live with us at separate times. It has been great fun to be a full time grandma and enjoy once again observing the early learning of little ones. One day as I sat outside the entrance to the kitchen I ... Read More
The Whole Earth and I Have Something in Common – God’s Mindfulness – Step 2
I became friends with a sister in my ward from Mexico. She was struggling with her marriage and seeking to know the Lord’s will. One day she asked if I would go the temple with her. The temple was extremely busy. We waited an exceptionally long time in the waiting room. For several weeks I had been ... Read More
Overcharged? Time to Take Step 3
Luke 21:34 “And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with…cares of this life…” I use to have this verse on my refrigerator. I think it was a handout from a Relief Society lesson. I stuck it on my fridge because when I get overcharged (overloaded) with the cares of ... Read More
The Dailies, Tools or Weapons?
The Lord and I are involved in a building project together. It’s an upgrade on me. The plans for the project are for the building of a temple. Imagine…a temple out of me…a place where the Father and the Son can one day have a permanent home. Every tool necessary has been provided for the project. ... Read More
“Mom, This is What I Need For Christmas…” “Lord, This is What I Need Because of Christmas…” – All Steps
As soon as the weather begins to change we start to think about the holiday season. I imagine that all the folks who plan to be ready for Christmas by Thanksgiving Day are already moving on their shopping list. That’s never been my style. I tell people that I am firmly committed to NOT starting my ... Read More
Giving Up: Despair or Delight – Steps 1, 2, and 3
I often strive to the point of strife. This strife is always counterproductive. I never seem to be able to kick and scream my way to any kind of real and lasting progress. Math and especially science that involves math has always been a struggle for me. My high school chemistry teacher was my dad. ... Read More
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