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VT With Me, March 2012 “Silver Spoons”

I was watching an episode of “Gilmore Girls” the other day. Rory 19, one of the main characters in this series is the grand daughter  of wealthy socialites. Throughout the series, they have used their social position and resources to protect, help and sometimes even spoil Rory. 

Confession: What Have You Done All Day?

My name is Bianca, it has been one week since my last confession and about 6 months since I mopped my floor. (We have dim lights and dark floors.) I was so sick with my last pregnancy that I did practically nothing but grow a 

Confession: What Not to Wear.

It has been two weeks since my last confession, six weeks since I had my baby, and nothing fits yet. My name is Bianca and I am still wearing maternity clothes and….I like them. Here is the thing, I get that I am old and that fitting 

VT With Me: Feb. 2012 Guardians of the Hearth

This VT message reminded me of the song “Keep the Home Fires Burning”. It was about women who’s husbands went away to war. They kept their home fires burning by remembering the love they have for them and hoping for a safe return. As parents 

Forms Friday: Job Description

Forms Friday: Job Description

One of the most important things you need to know when you get your new calling is what you are suppose to do. It can save a lot of heart ache and prevent you from stepping on toes or not doing enough, but most of 

Confession: It’s a Girl!

Years ago, I was the editor for our Ward Newsletter. (Doesn’t that sound professional?) Being a young member, and mother I was very proud of my newsletter and myself for creating such a beautiful piece of editorial genius. I was beginning to think myself a real journalist 

Confession: As Long as You Have a Plan.

Elmo is my son’s  favorite person, the Grouch is his personal hero and Curious George is his best friend. My name is Bianca and I plan my entire day around Sesame Street and other shows on PBS. Even my visiting teachers know that any weekday at 

VT With Me, Jan. 2012 WatchCare

Visiting Teaching is all about time, and making the best use of it. We need to visit our sisters but not  bother our sisters, help but not make them feel helpless, and encourage without making them feel weak. And we need to do it in short 

Introducing FHE Weekly

Introducing FHE Weekly

In celebration of my new calling to the Gospel Principals Class, (I’m the new teacher. So excited!) I would like to begin a new section dedicated to the lessons in the Gospel Principals Manual for families and Family Home Evening. Each post will include ideas 

FHE Weekly Chapter 1 Our Heavenly Father

FHE Weekly Chapter 1 Our Heavenly Father

We begin FHE Weekly with Chapter 1 of the Gospel Principles Manual, Here is a copy of the  FHE Planning Sheet . You can fill it out with your own ideas or the links provided below. It is a good idea to fill out the reference