A blog dedicated to those of us who wake up each day striving for perfection and go to bed every night with the realization that we haven't reached it yet.
There comes a time in a person’s life when looks and appearances no longer matter. Last night was my 5th night sleeping (if you can call it that) in a tent, there is dust inches thick on my blankets and clothes, (compliments of a very …
When the new Duty to God Program came out, my dh asked me to help develop a way for leaders to track the progress of the Young Men in their quorum. He walked me through the mechanics and the basics of the program. And we came up with a form to use. He made …
Philmont Ranch Wrangler, hearding the horses while the sky threatens a storm. When our spouses work overtime in their callings, we work overtime at home. There is something about the presence, alone, of a Father in the home that makes life easier, more pleasant and …
Monday night came quickly. It was time to parade our family banners across the stage. It was a wonderful experience to see the many different family banners and meet all the families. There were quilted banners, silkscreen banners, leather banners, vinyl and even paper banners. Some …
Thought: Gifts from God “Gifts from God,” Friend, Mar 2003, 36 Lesson: Chapter 22 “Chapter 22: The Gifts of the Spirit,” Gospel Principles, (2009) Story: Gifts of the Holy Ghost “Gifts of the Holy Ghost,” Friend, Aug 1985, 30 Activity: “To every man is given …
In Relief Society today, our teacher spoke in reference to the talk given by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf entitled, “Waiting on the Road to Damascus”. It is a talk about how we sometimes wait for an experience like the one Saul had in order to take …
July’s VT message is “Come to the Temple and Claim your blessings”, and I thought this temple box from a Friend, Sharing Time would be fun. Here’s how I plan on doing it when I get back from Philmont. 1. I will print it out …
As the Robert Baden-Powell imitator spoke, during the Philmont Training Center’s opening ceremonies, I remembered my own sincere desire to change the world, to make it a better place. I felt in me a renewed desire to make a difference. I’ve always wanted to do something …
We have been planning this vacation for months. When my DH was called to the Stake YM presidency, the Stake President said that one of the requirements was attendance at the Philmont Scout Training program for LDS Leaders. I gladly accepted the challenge. Bring …
How To Unclog a Garbage Disposalon Howcast No one should be without a garbage disposal. It is just cruel. After about three days, my inner handy man kicked in and I was determined to fix mine. I could have ordered a new one, had it …