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Sunday, October 26, 2025

God's Grace

Say, what is truth
But, God's grace revealed
A bit of proof 
That Heaven is real

Reading the Book of Mormon with a Question in Mind


https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/imgs/2fbd3e72db9ae323a95d3aeb49ded22a3ecd2b8f/full/1280%2C/0/default

Keep a question in your mind

Every time you read

And have faith that you will find

The answers that you need

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Believe and you will see

A mighty change within

You'll love others newly

Seeing God's love for them!

What patience will begin!!!

Here are some great questions that our newly called prophet, President Oaks suggests

Some of the most sublime examples of the Lord’s love are recorded in the Book of Mormon. Most Christians are familiar with the attributes of Jesus Christ as reported in the Bible. They marvel at the


Linked to Christ - Your Missionary Badge

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Link your name with Christ

And see Him everywhere

Let your ponderings rise

Unto His words to share

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He is your best friend

Acknowledge Him always

His strength, He does lend

For joy all of your days

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Christ-like attributes

Expand the gifts you hold

Each one more contributes

Fulfillment to behold


2 Nephi 25:26

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The Chair

The chair, now empty
Has to be filled ,
A prophet- to lead
Called...tutored... skilled

Imagine the first time President Oaks, as a newly called prophet, sits in "that" seat, now empty.
President Oaks is so much the prophet we need at this time. May he feel our prayers!

https://youtu.be/G6ggRiTxxe4?si=Jt3n5ghkUGQqy6Hq

The empty chair
Is now filled 
For sustained care
As God willed

The Lord's For You!

If you feel out- in the margin,
You still aren't so far away
No matter the troubles you're in
The Lord's for you, now, today!

Our Eternal Destiny Heavenly Destiny

Our eternal destiny 
Which we prepare for in this life
Includes all our family,
Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ


link to listen to our new prophet, President Oaks

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Our Lifeline

The Lord is our lifeline
He is always there
No matter the time
He knows us and cares

When we're drowning in sin
He'll throw us a rope
Save us from ourselves, then
Offer a way, to hope

When we're deep in despair 
And feel all alone
We can pray. He is there
Ready to atone!



The Only Proof We Need!

His Resurrection proves His power
And this is the only proof we need
That He is Our Savior, the Son of God
And will fulfill His promises, in deed!

I wrote this from Inspiring words of the newly called President David Todd Christofferson.

https://youtube.com/shorts/z9GU7bK4Dbc?si=3v8CAkIfhBkIeM_v

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Coincidence

There's a coincidence...
By design and not by chance.
These 2 separate events
Are linked in the Heaven's expanse

When this happens in our family we ask, " What are the odds..??" My husband always answers, "One!"

The Brain Peaks Later in Life


Emotionally and cognitively,
The decision-making brain 
Will peak well into the fifties
As, for longevity, we train

Being conscientious 
Peaks, still, later in life
Into the seventies
For posterity's light


https://m.economictimes.com/magazines/panache/your-brain-peaks-later-than-you-think-science-finds-the-right-age-when-mind-works-the-best/articleshow/124640846.cms?utm_source=email_pwa&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialsharebuttons

Monday, October 20, 2025

Truth Stands Alone

Truth stands alone

It speaks for itself

Though once unknown

Now, it's a source of help



Sunday, October 19, 2025

Try Again

Try again
Get it right
Your final
Goal's in sight

Our lofty goal of eternal life
Can never be met alone
We're ever in need of Jesus Christ
Who perfectly did atone

The final effect
Is our desire to do all that we can
To love and accept
Jesus in Heavenly Father's plan

Feel Your Way Good News Recipe


Feel your way through the talk
Which of the ingredients do you need?
So you can better walk
And enjoy the good news recipe 

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The secret ingredient 
To a happy life
That sweetens what's bitter
Is but the Lord's light

https://youtu.be/3JIzrxbKero?si=NslUjGYqAlm5Ev51

After the Chaos

After the chaos
When you're finally here
Pause. Take a deep breath
The Lord's sacrament's near!

A blanket of peace...
As the world veers more off track
Our needs but increase
But the Lord's got our backs



You made it young family!!!

The Purpose of Life

 

Come and learn the purpose of life
Ye who yearn to come unto Christ
Seek answers. Be happy and heed
Our prophet. Whom God called to lead

Link


Struggling? Unsure? Interview with ithe Prophet- President Oaks

When you are struggling
Or unsure how you fit in
Get in. Start serving.
You'll see a change from within

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More people now search
To know their place in this life
And seek for which church
Can bring them closer to Christ

A prophet who leads
All and guides for these last days
Is just what we need
So we can increae our faith

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Trust in His covenant path
And join this joyous  journey
According to God's plan
Towards our Heavenly Destiny

Being a light

In a darkening world
Our Light shines forth
Bright with integrity
That's come of the Lord


To be the Lord's light

In this darkening world

Starts with being more kind 

First.

Then, share of God's Word



https://youtube.com/shorts/SCzRRhSAuW4?si=-zb4-rab6tOC8ezYlink

Sunrise Prayer

We pray in the light 
of the rising sun
In praise and delight
For His living Son


A Nation Revived by God

 Let's revive and save

Our nation, under God!

Let's unite in faith

And prayerfully give our all!


Freedom isn't free

Without religious rights

Speak honestly,

In Christ, let's raise our lights-

For liberty!


A nation is only as good as its people

Charlie Kirk was asked what his last message would be for America if it were his last. 

https://youtube.com/shorts/N_abwxv8vb4?si=nBMGL9C5DiEvmErB

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Hand Made Gifts

Give of yourself
Make it by hand
Plan for Christmas 
It will be grand

I heard of a family where every gift has to be made by hand for Christmas.  I'm curious what that looks like. Personally, I have treasured my sister's gift. She made things during her lunch hour and saved for Christmas.  Love it! 

Friday, October 17, 2025

Stop Getting in the Way

 Stop getting in the way

Of your own happiness

Follow the Lord today

HOW He knows how to bless!

Before You Enter a Room

How do you enter a room 
As a person of faith?
But with the armor of God 
For your spiritual strength!

Like one sworn to protect
Clearing each room as they go,
Check your heart and inspect
Does your light within still glow?

https://youtube.com/shorts/4qXKHj902BY?si=FPRNVaRO7NnWaqdA

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Granny Gear

 Slowing down

To granny gear...

Time for hugs!

Treats, smiles and cheer

...and listening ears

Staring Stupors

 My eyes are locked 

And cannot move

So don't be shocked

I can't see you


staring stupors


I thought everyone gets the occasional tired eyes that momentarily freeze. I had a student that had little seizures and I would see "locked eyes" hmmm. Well they certainly haven't killed me, but for the first time I had this while driving and knew it was not a good time to change lanes!

Our New Prophet

 What a miracle we have in Jesus

Who gives us a prophet for our day

May we pray for him and humbly listen

And through the spirit, trust and obey


It was a  delightful surprise and sweet experience to use my lunch break to listen to our new prophet, President Oaks, and his counselors

https://youtube.com/shorts/CfarFCRSrnI?si=JvN4Xg4mZuLiTKRf

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Keep Your Heart and Mind

For the sake of both
Your heart and your mind
Seek the peace of God.
So much, you will find!!

Phillipians 4:7

Life is Beautiful

 Ever since this summer when my blog skyrocketed, I have been excited to write. I am amazed that anyone finds it.  Regardless, I love writing and rush to post. Later, I see mistakes. It is a process. Look at the rollercoaster of views! Maybe the ride is over? Well, not for my own personal growth and inspiration. 

My heart is full

I am so blessed!

It's beautiful

To be noticed


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My Story is Not Just My Own

 

I have so come to see
My story is not just my own
Oft, the Lord carries me
Mercifully, by Him I am known

I joined the magical journey of the gospel in college, through a return missionary/ boyfriend. It was a package deal. I thought i was going to do everything right and escape the pain my sister went through in her divorce. Nope... i am so thankful for our Savior, family, conference, and The Book of Mormon.. and prayer. 

You two had a wonderful conversation.  Thanks for sharing.


https://youtu.be/f5mSziBMJ3M?si=Zy-1_IAdAPQSsR1V


In this episode of Let’s Get Real with Stephen Jones, Sister Reyna I. Aburto, former Second Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency, opens up about her deeply personal experiences with President Russell M. Nelson—moments that changed how she sees revelation, leadership, and discipleship forever.

The Great I Am

 Christ is the Great I Am

Not the "I Was" or "I Might Be"

He is God's perfect plan

For our hope of eternity ❤️ ♥️ 💕 




Monday, October 13, 2025

Missing Love ❤️

 Make up

With Christmas

It's love

That you miss!



Getting on Track

 You've been cut off

Without a way back

Turn toward God

He knows how you lack

For getting on track


Sunday, October 12, 2025

Focus on the Good

Focus on the good

From a place of love

Filled with gratitude 

For the Lord above




Cause to Cheer

No more caving to fear

Or struggling all on your own

We have great cause to cheer

For, by the Lord, we are known

How, through Him, great things are shown!


Needed Goodness

Through the common ground
What goodness is found
How we need this strength!


Religious leaders met in New York

https://youtu.be/H2iQpHATFQA?si=NsM1CtFAZIcwpVpi

He Passed Every Test

Jesus  was set apart 
 As the best and brightest 
without spot or blemish
 He passed every test

https://youtube.com/shorts/z8s6lzMESug?si=eYRGRnqj-83cimSD

Dream to Hope

 May the peace of Christ

Rest upon your home

And fill it with Light

That you may dream to hope


https://youtube.com/shorts/NqBPurG5Pek?si=3GmFOgN0u9uK0uux

Friday, October 10, 2025

Getting Through the Work Week

 I can do one more day

The week is almost through

It's going to be ok

I have so much to do


This year I have a very challenging student. Yes, we clear the room daily. But 3 times, this week, he has thrown a pencil.  I came home so bummed!!!!°I can't take away pencils from a classroom.   I am going to try twistable Crayon pencils. The things you do for love, for peace, for survival! 


Thursday, October 9, 2025

Deep Decisions Add Meaning

Add meaning to your life

And make the deep decisions

That get you on your knees

As you make it your mission 


 https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BDR1WdGwN/

No One Sits Alone


In the gospel, a friendship journey
Begins with a first "Hello".
Spiritually and emotionally,
We greet and no one sits alone!

“A journey of gospel friendship and love begins with a first hello and no one sitting alone.” “No one sits alone” also means no one sits alone emotionally or spiritually
No One Sits Alone By Elder Gerrit W. Gong Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Living the gospel of Jesus Christ includes making room for all in His restored Church.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

The Funeral of President Nelson

Waving, extending hands
He listened with his heart
As one who understands
He spoke. God's words to impart.

"I love you!" He would say
Of which his smile confirmed
Our prophet, for our day
Spiritually, he discerned


At president Nelson's funeral, Elder Holland bore his witness, saluting President Nelson as “the holder of hands and the healer of hearts,” and affirming his divine role as prophet and seer. He testified that the love shared in mortality will one day be renewed in eternal glory through the redeeming power of Jesus Christ

Sunday, October 5, 2025

A Trucker's Life

 




The setting of the summer sun 
Is a relief for truckers on the road
But, still, the journey is not done
Bless them,  for they carry a heavy load 
🙏 🤲 
Dropping my nephew off so he can begin his work.

Pay the Price for Repentance

Healing and forgiveness,
(the cry from us all)
Will come through repentance
And turning to God

Make your restitution,
Humbly, it's the start
As through reparation 
You grow a contrite heart



Saturday, October 4, 2025

New Beginnings

You are not sunk
Begin again
Is our best friend

https://youtu.be/0ztxXiDuHRg?si=hzNGIt3YcSOfJr7G

Joy Glowing Bright



We've a light within
That comes of Jesus Christ
Share it and begin
To feel joy glowing bright

I loved Elder Gerrit Wong's October 2025 general-conference talk.  Hmmm. What holds me back?  My reason is I feel germy.  Like I might get someone sick.  I teach first grade and there is always someone sick.

https://youtu.be/X1h_-av587w?si=QM897ndFrW-fxKZR

Jesus Carries Us

Jesus carries us
With all of the sins
To a better place
Where healing begins


Thinking about Gerrit W Gong's October 2025 general conference talk

https://youtu.be/X1h_-av587w?si=U4nQTJ2UjUdyjIDd

It's 3 AM





On a long and sleepless night
Give God your full attention. 
Believe He can shed some light
On why you've apprehension 
And your need for perfection

Let go of the need to be strong
Give Him all your broken pieces
And your long list of growing wrongs
In His mercy, this, He erases
For rest from your darkest spaces

Apprehension is an active state of fear, usually of some danger or misfortune: apprehension before opening a telegram. Anxiety is a somewhat prolonged state

The Passing of the Mantle

Jesus Christ is at the helm
His power is placed upon
His prophet to do and say...

Tyler Griffeth explains the passing of authority to minister as the Lord's prophet as we awaits news of who this mantle is passed on to, with the passing of President Nelson.

The Alter to Kneel Before

The alter, acts like a table
For young priests to  kneel before
And bless the emblems of the Lord
He's what we come here for!

To come and renew our promise
To always remember Him
So we can have His Spirit with us,
And be sanctified again

Jeremy R Jaggi spoke at Saturdays' October 2025 general conference 

https://youtu.be/OBsXV3YgH8Y?si=XnO7jtAmdSryJy9J

Nightly Check-In

 Remember who you are

And nightly check in

With Heavenly Father

Who awaits your words with Him


Opinion

There's a person
Behind every thought
Each opinion
Is a lesson taught

We carry them, oft
Like they're gospel truth
Yet in dialogue
We've just not the proof

Peacemakers

Love is the light that persuades
Friendships that build a bond
For inspired brightened results
That can right any wrong!

Friday, October 3, 2025

After Tragedy- (church shooting) Lessons on Humanity

Loving Light shines upon mortality

Despite a tragedy, sudden and fierce

For, with faith and hope in eternity

Through any darkness, the Lord can pierce

And restore us, with lessons on humanity


resolve

devotion

faithfulness

Thankful for Elder and Sister Bednar.  I get the saying, "Never Forget!" at a time like this.  Your faces say it all.

https://youtube.com/shorts/cL_q_8TEYvA?si=CID2hm5hxJVs-znv

  1. The meaning of HUMANITY is compassionate, sympathetic, or generous behavior or disposition : the quality or state of being humane. 

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Mighty Miracles

Yes we mourn that any 
Were killed or injured 
Still mighty and many 
Miracles occurred!

Hold on to this great news!
It softens the blow!
Seek the positive.  Choose,
To spiritually grow!

Elder Bednar went to minister the Latter-day Saints following the meeting house attack in the Grand Blanc Township.

When Tragedy Overtakes


You've become such a wreck
You're up over your neck
You're more than overwhelmed
Stay the course,  God is at the helm 

God Is at the Helm  By Elder M. Russell Ballard, Our Heavenly Father and the Lord Jesus Christ have outfitted the Old Ship Zion with clear and simple eternal truths that will help us stay the course through the troubled waters of mortal life. 

God is in the Details

God is in the details
The timing and the date
We sense this... all else pails
We've joy that builds our faith


https://youtube.com/shorts/v2Y3ud8kM34?si=_jz7jldh79Fqfl3G

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Anadrome Live

Live spelled backwards is evil

Repent and turn around

And come to await the veil

Where the Savior is found


Flow spelled backwards is wolf

Beware of these

Invite the Savior's help

He hears your pleas


Anadrome - Wikipedia An anadrome[1][2][3][4][a] is a word or phrase whose letters can be reversed to spell a different word or phrase. For example, desserts is an anadrome of stressed.

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

A Message of Comfort

Jesus' Apostle came
And shared what was needed the most
At this time of sorrow
The comforter, the Holy Ghost

I've seen general authorities come to places of devastation to offer love and support- But, never at a crime scene. 😢😢

https://youtu.be/WXZm-sdl8-4?si=MO9FwSfgSZlyGuqX

From this video:

Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles visited Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Tuesday...

Elder Bednar said he spoke to the people about Jesus Christ, with the hope that God would give each of them a message of comfort that transcended any of his own words.

Monday, September 29, 2025

Suspect likely planned Mormon church shooting 'well in advance': Nicole ...




A place of worship is sacred
For all the charity and second chances found there,
For all of the Christian love spread,
And for the beauty of forgiveness that we share

Bishop of Latter-day Saint Grand Blanc, Michigan Ward speaks about tragi...



A ward shaken... yet upheld together by faith
And by the love and support of others
Heartsick... the community shares the pain
For we are all sisters and brothers

I can't imagine the weight on the shoulders of this bishop caring for his flock!

Sunday, September 28, 2025

In His Last Hour

Satan is spreading his wings

In his last hour

Hovering to install fear

And retain power


But, we are in revival 

Being reborn

Our spiritual survival

In Chirst has formed


Keep Going Missionary

Keep going
And don't look back
You're growing
And quite on track

Bring yourself to Christ
And feel His love for you
Grow in Truth and Light
And let Him lead you, too

Take people into your heart ❤️ 
Let them see how you glow
Offer God's words to impart
That they might feel and know

We had a missionary farewell for a sister who has already served in Nepal, helping those with leprosy.  She said they were very caring and giving people. She has already been working in the temple and feels this has helped her see the bigger picture of the journey she hopes to help others begin.
Pure and simple-
Joy and peace
Hope to sample 
Let's meet, please!



"Dignitas Infinita,” - Infinite Dignity

A very fitting message to give in Rome, where "all road lead to..."


Elder Christofferson was one of the invited speakers, focusing his remarks on the Catholic Church’s  2024 publication, “Dignitas Infinita,” or Infinite Dignity.

“This concept of infinite dignity instills in each human person a responsibility to treat every other person with love and respect, said Elder Christofferson. “This duty is not abstract; it is rooted in the teachings and example of Jesus Christ."  https://youtube.com/shorts/5dVPz9dqPjs?si=TErloJRyd0YR941p



Love and respect all

Friends and strangers alike

We're brothers and sisters.

And we should be Christlike!



Tackle a topic
With selfless motives.
Then, with gained perspectives
Respect what this gives!


Brighter days are ahead

With every remaining breath
With joy, he served our Father
Now  brighter days are ahead
For him in the hereafter

#presidentnelson We love you!
https://youtube.com/shorts/Jm5t1rk2Dzw?si=vVU8XhU1CNiOjYS6 

Saturday, September 27, 2025

The Christian Fight!

To God, our King
Pray mightily
For the blessings
Of liberty

For righteousness' sake
To maintain our rights
That God may bless us
And help fight our fights

For home and family
And this land we love
For religious freedom
Till we meet above
We can't pray enough!

Alma 46


https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19uhA7fSGG/

Friday, September 26, 2025

Sacred Hill Cumorah

Come feel what is sacred
At this historic site
Be where prayer was answered
and touched by Heaven's light



https://youtube.com/shorts/HR0i7gH3KAE?si=et-HvYlYUjz-bEid

Thursday, September 25, 2025

How God's Angels Help Us Every Day | Russell M Nelson


Angels do exist
They are ever on call
To watch over us
As they are sent by God


“God’s holy angels are ever on call to help us… They and their holy angels are watching over us. I know that is true.” — Russell M. Nelson “They and their holy angels are watching over us. I know that is true.” — Russell M. Nelson “We stay on the covenant path and are blessed with spiritual strength, personal revelation, increasing faith, and the ministering of angels.” — Russell M. Nelson “Please listen to this promise of Jesus Christ to you. I will be on your right hand and on your left and mine angels round about you to bear you up.” — Russell M. Nelson (quoting D&C 84:88) How do you invite heaven’s help today? In this message from President Nelson, learn a simple pattern: pray with confident access, stay on the covenant path through daily repentance, and worship in the temple so you can “part the veil,” receive a fullness of the Holy Ghost, and walk with angels round about you—even amid chaos. PROBLEMS SOLVED --Feeling alone or unsafe; needing divine protection and peace. --Prayers feel unanswered; lacking confidence before God. --Spiritual fatigue; seeking power, revelation, and guidance. --Unsure how temple worship practically blesses daily life.

Pray Read Heed

Pray for protection
With gratefulness, trust
Read loves' instruction
And heed always, thus

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Truth Never Dies

Truth never dies
In regards to murder
Technology
The cold case solved, for her

DNA evidence ended the search for a young woman (Melissa Turner of
Tempe, Arizona) who disappeared in 2000. That is a long wait for family to get answers!

The family said they will remember Melissa in the light of justice.

Truth never dies
It is eternal
It dispels lies
To light, it signals

Care Time

The weight, the touch, each word,
Truly a time for self care
A relationship with the Lord
Just for you, He is there!

#charliekirk thinking of you 
https://youtube.com/shorts/LCMmdiyIFt0?si=oA7i7IPnJQICL14F

The written Word has one sole role
Unlike a device filled with distractions.
In the pages is shown Gods love, 
Revealed as answers, thoughts, and reactions!

Sunday, September 21, 2025

A Sabbath Sunset



Midst this beautiful Sabbath sunset
Where the sky is filled with color
There's a promise of hope for us yet
As our covenants we honor




 

Fixed

Where do you fix your eyes
To fill up your time?
If they are upon Christ,
Light from Him will shine!

Saturday, September 20, 2025

Justification Sanctification

My nature needs help
So I can become
Better than myself
And more like the Son

Justified
She did her sentence
But no change was made
There was no remorse
Yet her time was paid

Not one of us is safe
From the weight of sin
But Jesus pays the debt
Again and again

Sanctified
The sentence was death
She made her peace
And to her last breath
Goodness increased

Still no holiness 
Or changes that we make
Can perfect us
The Lord knows what it will take

The Lord will get us there
In this life more to face
Through obedience where
He molds us more in place

Freedom and joy to feel
From His  mercy and love
Through His hand in all things
To perfect us for Heaven above

Bryce on the Atonement 08
https://youtu.be/g90Ki1bxtAM?si=aLYigIN7YoOrpMBo

Identity Thieves- Shared Pain- Remember Who You Are

 

The world is a thief
Of energy and time,
Of identity, 
And would to take your mind.

Loud and angry voices
Some influencers, too
Dull the heart of choices.
Remember what's in you!

Rebuke this evil taught!
You are of noble birth,
A child born of God!
Your spirit and your worth
Shall not be bought or robbed!

My thoughts have turned to the family of the assassin who killed Charlie Kirk. I totally see how this bright son with a promising future turned this dark corner. My heart goes out to you.  Hey, they say you are only seven people away from knowing anyone. So maybe after this message reaches them, then, I will delete it. It is painful.  

I have decided to tell our family 's dark story..  please dont read this if you are looking for hope and light. This is only for someone looking for shared pain. Ours is so small compared to yours!

I have a step granddaughter who started to believe things that became her identity.  She moved in with us to complete high school. She struggled with mental health, obsession with perceived health problems, sexual identity and rarely ate. The depression and continual trips to doctors led to hatred and self harm in growing ways.  Resulting in (during college) sex change and medication...
Unfortunately, due to the ideology she became a part of in high school and then college, she now both hates and denies God and this has replaced family.  We never heard from her. A bright and promising future with full ride scholarship choices- and after receiving 2  degrees, she has completely broken ties with family after intentionally seeking to destroy her father who never abandoned his financial support while she was away in college.
Insanely, she arranged to be "raped", ( there is a site for this) consensually, by a man who resembled her father. What she wanted done to her was sick- including branding. Then she visited her father after years of being away. Accused him of these acts and had him arrested. Fortunately, they confiscated her phone and found all of the plot and even spoke with the man she had this "arrangement" with. But, it took a year to clear my step son's name and the arrest painfully still  shows on his record. She has since changed her name and has deliberately disappeared.  As far as we know, she is not pursuing a career except possibly as a protestor. We know she has a gun. 

I miss the little girl who loved monopoly and horses.  She loved cats and dogs. She loved the park and especially the swings.  She loved school projects.  She loved art and writing.  She loved us. She had big dreams of her future and of all the colleges she could apply to.

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2015/10/its-art-too-early-and-its-never-too-late?lang=eng&utm_campaign=Feed:%20lds-inspirational-messages-eng%20(Daily%20Messages)&utm_medium=email&utm_source=feedburner

It’s Never Too Early and It’s Never Too Late

Brothers and sisters, we are engaged in a battle with the world. In the past, the world competed for our children’s energy and time. Today, it fights for their identity and mind. Many loud and prominent voices are trying to define who our children are and what they should believe. We cannot let society give our family a makeover in the image of the world. We must win this battle. Everything depends on it.
The children of the Church sing a song that teaches them about their real identity: “I am a child of God. … He has sent me here, has given me an earthly home with parents.” Then, the children’s plea to us: “Lead me, guide me, walk beside me. … Help me to understand his words before it grows too late.”1
I know I can’t turn back time, but this I now know—that it’s never too early and it’s never too late to lead, guide, and walk beside our children, because families are forever.
It is my witness that our Heavenly Father loved us so much that He sent His Only Begotten Son to live the life of a mortal so that Jesus could say to us, “I’ve been where you are, I know what comes next, and I’ll help you through it.” I know He will. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen. 

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Beyond What We See

There is much going on
Beyond what we can see
Still know, it won't be long
Till the Lord is coming 

Salt of the Earth

 Be the salt of the earth

Tastefully preserve

This generation for

The coming of the Lord

Monday, September 15, 2025

Take a Walk with Me

Take a walk with me. I swear it won't cost a thing.
I want to hear about your spirit, your philosophy.
How you're fearless. You're on top of things.
Take a walk with me. Come talk with me.

By my daughter. Courtney Vanwagenen wrote this and gave me permission to post it. She is musical and is doing her own song writing, singing and production. I don't know where she got her perfect ear! 😍 

Sunday, September 14, 2025

Thankful For Windows


Im thankful for having clean windows
That I dont have to cover
For if it weren't for the bugs outside
I'd be a nature lover

Just Because

If everybody's doing it
That doesn't make it right
Live right by the Holy Ghost
Then, you can be a light

I'm a Work in Progress

I'm a work in progress,
Ongoing and moving forward.
There is much to address,
While it's new growth I look toward.

Talents to Be Planted Not Buried

 Our Father in Heaven

Is a God of miracles

And for each, He's given

Purposeful gifts that fulfill

 

These gifts are like seeds

Waiting to be planted

In grateful faithful soil

For the best growth, granted!


Talents are for growing 

In the Light of God's love

Without...you've just buried

Your blessings from above





They Try Your Patience

Though you are hostile
And hard to tolerate,
Patience us a virtue
To see your good, I'll wait
And keep praying in faith!

It's there, think Celestial 
This journey is for all:
To learn how you're special
In the eyes of our God!
His love is never gone!

Love Comes First


Keep love in your heart
For God reaches there
To speak to your mind
Then,  you'll really care


https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17CDsqkkWn/

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Answers Etched on Your Heart

 Not knowing how I could do more

I prayed to know my part

I received direction from the Lord

Written on my heart ❤️ 

Your Moment in the Wilderness

When you feel all alone,

Confused, and out of place

Know the Lord who atoned

Knows your heart - how it fades

Pray to Him and with faith



Black Sheep

We're a church with black sheep
Oft despised and outcast
But God can make of each
His- 
Despite sordid pasts


Childhood Cancer Hospital Angels

The wish that weighs on the heart
Is for cancer to go away
And all the pain to depart
So our children can all be safe 

Though the nights are long
Know that angels walk those halls
They'll help you stay strong
For what the future calls

Praying for Riley
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1714PpgseQ/

Questions Answered

 How oft our neighbors

Struggle with what do!

The answers can come

Through the spirit, through you!



Thick Skin

We have thick skin
Complaints roll off of our backs
We've God within
And stand firm against attacks

https://youtube.com/shorts/dqRGCmhud6Y?si=GeJiN6Pa5UJcjcMJ
#charliekirk

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Hear Him


Don't overindulge.
The flesh dulls the Spirit.
Live, overall
With faith, so you hear Him

#charliekirk
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/16uY8DCW4D/

Civility-The Top Priority

Your priorities
Are not mine
I'll leave it at that
We are fine

Contention. Division.
Leave no place
For discourse, admission,
And of grace


#charliekirk

Apr 27, 2023 · Remember, apologizing, admitting to an error, or changing a flawed belief does not make you any less of a person. It shows courage, honesty, and strength of


Contention's Chill is in the Air

I  now sense a chill in the air
As less feel the value of human life
My heart drops in the lack of care
As it's become ok to spread a lie

Is it ok to defame or kill
If it proves to serve your own purpose?
What of justice and of free will
And the conscience that dwells within us?

The problem is we've villainized 
Those we oppose and then act in fear
Wouldn't we all be so surprised 
To find no one's as bad as they appear?

One comes across as arrogant
The other crosses your values
One you can't wait to imprison
While division and strife continues!

The bottom line is we don't trust
Our opponents or the system
Let truth and light become your onus
And seek the Lord for our wisdom

#charliekirk





Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The Better Angel Inside

Our nation under God
Grows divided, further.
Sanctity of life is gone
As some celebrate murder

Take a look in the mirror
There's a better angel inside
Replace malice with horror
That a fellow citizen has died

Based on Utah Governor Cox's comments after the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

https://youtu.be/iuh875lCSVA?si=7Fe2KKU91VzHKXRP

#charliekirk

The term was first used by Abraham Lincoln in his inaugural address in 1861, where he appealed to the “better angels of our nature” during a time of political turmoil and division in the United States. Since then, it has become a popular expression used to describe acts of kindness, compassion, and selflessness.

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Offering

Give your best fruits
To the Lord's day:
Your offering,
Given with faith

Monday, September 8, 2025

God Shows Up

God always shows up
And extends His great love ❤️ -
Our greatest of blessings
Is  refuge in His wings!

biblehub.com › psalms › 91-4Psalm 91:4 He will cover you with His feathers; under His ...

He will cover you and completely protect you with His pinions, And under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and a wall. Christian Standard Bible