Showing posts with label Church. Show all posts
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Sunday, October 28, 2012

So blessed!!


There are so many ways that I feel my life is blessed!

I have not always had it easy. I wont go into the boring details but I have struggled, been bullied, been alone, had to make very scary decisions that impacted my future and my child's future, and I've had to rely on God knowing that I could not possibly get through things alone.

Though I do realize I have never had it as hard as some. I do think everyone goes through their own unique challenges and mine are no different. I also think that the outcome of those challenges is greatly associated with our attitudes at dealing with them!!!

I have always had a tender spot in my heart for the things beyond this world. I have always be sensitive to spiritual things. I am easily brought to tears with the smallest things. I crave the comfort of feeling close to God. I vividly remember my mom telling me once as a young girl (maybe 8) that she felt I was special in some way, that Heavenly Father had a special purpose for me. I have remembered this often and think it has made me into the person I am today. I felt that confirmed when Macy was born. Raising her along with my other kids is divine work!! I don't know if he has more in store for me, but I hope so!

Well, today was a full circle day for me.

The LDS Temple in Calgary was dedicated my a Prophet of God, President Thomas S. Monson. I know that the Prophet prays for all the people in Calgary; LDS or not. He is the greatest man on the planet today. Having him in Calgary is a huge blessing!!

Today is full circle for me because; things in my life could have gone so different many times and I would not be where I am today; with the understanding that I have of the purpose of this life and the next. I am forever grateful to know without a doubt that I am individually loved by God and Jesus Christ. Just as my kids are and you are. That doesn't mean they will intervene in my challenges, take my pain away or say YES to every prayerful request. I understand I am being tested, refined and being taught to rely on Him in ALL things. I also know that all men were created equal, but our challenges were not.

But, I feel truly blessed to have a temple not only close enough that I can go often, but to have a temple looking out over the city where I raise my kids is HUGE! There are so many LDS people all over the world that live so far from a temple and save for a lifetime to be able to go. The Temple for LDS members is the most sacred place on earth. A place we can go to feel close to God and to do special work for ourselves, our families and others.

My testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is my most prized possession. Without it, I would be nothing, my family would be temporary and the world would not make sense to me!!!




Thursday, June 7, 2012

Be still my soul!

I have been thinking a lot about how it is important to teach the gospel in the home, since kids only get a little while a week in primary/Sunday school. So when I came across this blog http://www.jonlund.com/blog/Lunds/Favorites.html,
I was thrilled! I gives great ideas for teaching your children the scriptures. I have decided to challenge Tommy to read the Book of Mormon cover to cover before he turns 12 and gets the priesthood. I also picked up some younger versions for the girls to enjoy. Last night I asked Tommy to go read a few chapters to Kyla before she went to bed. I thought it would be good for him to read the stories to her, because when you read it apposed to listening, you sometimes get more out of it. Well when I went up to check on their progress, I found this. Tommy was helping Kyla say her prayers.

All the gray hairs are worth these moments that literally 
take my breath away!!!

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

June Scripture


"Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God." D&C 18:10


Very fitting for me right now. Not sure if any of you other moms feel this (or will admit it), but i feel as a mother and wife that I usually end up losing my identity. You know, a long time ago I was really outgoing, a little sexy at times, funny and a talented dancer. I used to do my hair, get dressed and put on makeup every day! Can you believe that a long time ago I didn't like cookies or candy really. Now, it's my sanity!
But time passes... and three little Angels have needs. A Hubby has needs. And all of these needs seem to come to me! So, that is why I love this scripture. God does find worth in me and maybe someday I will find myself again... probably under the millionth load or laundry :)

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

A Beautiful Weekend!!!

In May we were able to celebrate two of the most important occasions in ones life!

Tommy's Baptism and Macy's Baby Blessing

The Baptism was so special to me because I have worried for so long that Tommy's dad would not allow him to do it. He is such a sweet boy and was so happy that his dad agreed. He was baptized by his Uncle Michael. He is a great kid and a wonderful role model for Tommy. I will never forget the look on Tommy's face after he was baptized and he came over to give me and Barry each a big hug. I was filled with intense love for him in that moment and got a small glimpse of how much our Heavenly Father loves him.

Tommy was able to get Baptized that same day as a few of his closest friends.

He dad lots of people there to support him!! His grandpa, uncle and dad came from Texas. His grandma, grandpa, and my aunt came from Utah. Than lots of aunts, uncles, cousins, grandma and grandpa from Calgary came. Plus many friends!

The next day we were able to bless little Macy in church. Barry was very nervous to do this blessing since we all know that Macy is a special angel! After the blessing, he told his brother that it was the hardest thing he has ever done. He said he felt inadequate to bless her! He did an AMAZING job. There were many tears shed by those in our family and those not in our family! We had many people come up to us and tell us how touched they were.
It was a special moment where the Vail between Heaven and Earth felt very thin!!!

One of my favorite parts of the blessing was where Barry said, "Macy, you were sent to our family for a very special reason. We needed you more than you needed us!"
"I testify to you this day that the time will come when every man, woman, and child will look into the Savior's loving eyes. On that day, we will know with a surety the worth of our decision to straightway follow Him." --Joseph B. Wirthlin
If you are wondering what we believe or where we go to church, GO HERE

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Thanks to Christy...

After a hard day, this is what I needed! I would be nothing without this reassurance!! Thanks for posting on your blog Christy!

Monday, December 14, 2009

Holler if you hear me...

I hope I am not the only one. But, this is my weekly experience with family home evening!

"I" plan the lesson, snack, activity etc...

Kids fed, Barry just got home. Grabs his dinner, brings it into the living room turns on his game... Then mutes it and says, "I'm listening, but make it quick cause I have work to do." A for effort, RIGHT??

I start doing the lesson. Kyla gets into something or spills something or starts tackling Zoe or throwing a fit... you name it.

Tommy starts chasing her around.

Barry's eyes are glued to the "muted" TV.

I pause, try and get everyone together again...

Then Start over. Barry swears he's listening :)

The events are repeated again.

I eventually say... I feel like I am reading this to myself, and I already read it today. GRrrrr.

I get through it, with Tommy halfway dangling from the chair, while I try and jam the lesson into his mind.

Everyone eats a snack, then Tommy runs upstairs to enjoy his last 30 min before bed, Kyla does what Kyla does... and Barry resumes the volume on his game and then opens his laptop.

I have 30 minutes to feel DEJECTED before I have to be a sweet mom and put the kids to bed.

I spend it wondering why I even try week after week. But as the week goes by, I get ideas and bam. We try again! 95% of the time with the same result!

What am I doing wrong?

Thursday, December 3, 2009

10 Commandments of Christmas...

I was reading in 3 Nephi today looking for Christ's Birth. I have never before felt as close to the nephites. They were waiting and waiting for the signs of the coming of the Savior, the same as we do today. There were many people who started doubting, same as there is today! But, he came... as promised by the prophets. :) This is all in 3 Nephi 1 if you are interested!

My mother in law gave me this Christmas Cookbook full of all her holiday recipes. But, in light of the very spiritual woman that my mother in law is... she starts the book with "The ten commandments of Christmas" - Author is unknown.

Ten Commandments of Christmas

1. Thou shalt not leave "Christ" out of Christmas, making "Xmas". To most minds "X" does not stand for Christ, but for the algebraic unknown.

2. Thou shalt not value they gifts by their cost, for many shall signify love that is more blessed and beautiful that silver and gold.

3. Thou shalt give theyself with thy gifts. Thy love, thy personality, and thy service shall increase the value of thy gifts an hundredfold, and he that receiveth it shall treasure it forever.

4. Thou shalt not let Santa Claus take the place of Christ, lest Christmas becomes a fairy tale rather than a spiritual experience.

5. Thou shalt not burden thy servant. The shop girl, the mail carrier, and the merchant shall have thy consideration.

6. Thou shalt not neglect thy church. Its Christmas services are planned to help spiritualize the Christmas season for thee, thy child and thy household.

7. Thou shalt not neglect the needy. Let thy bountiful blessings be shared with the many who will go hungry and cold unless thou are generous at Christmas.

8. Thou shalt be as a little child. Christmas is the day of the Christ Child; not until thou hast become in spirit as a little child are thou ready to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven.

9. Thou shalt prepare thy sould for Christmas. Verily, most of us spend much time and money getting gifts ready, but few seconds in preparing our souls.

10. Thou shalt give thy heart to Christ. Let thy Christmas list have Christ at the top and thy heart as the gift. In doing so thou art as the Wise Men of Old and verily thou shalt find thyself bown again on Christmas Day.
These are two of my neices who performed in the Nutcracker in Utah. They are so sweet!

Monday, November 30, 2009

Finally Finished

I finished the A to Z book and added 10 more pages of Prophets in the Book of Mormon, because I had extra pages in my album. Here they are. Now on to the next thing... Memory game, :)

Book of Mormon Prophets

Friday, November 27, 2009

More A to Z book

Here are a few more pages for the A to Z quiet book for Kyla and Tommy. I changed the "H" page. Also, found a album for 2$ to put these in, and the prints will only be about 6$

I remember a family in our ward growing up who had a tradition. The parents bought gifts for everyone, then the siblings drew names and had to "make" something for the person they got. Growing up I always thought it would be pretty lame, but doing this has totally changed my mind! You can make some great stuff, for very little money and it means SO MUCH MORE!!!

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Quiet Book

So I started working on a A to Z quiet book for church. I'll get these printed in 4 x 6 and put them in a small album. Here are my first eight pages. I may change some of them, but it's a start.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

WARNING!!!

DO NOT


Drive Under the Influence of this!!!

Alex Boye

On my way to the Doctor today I stopped by beehive books and bought this


I had previously bought this and LOVED it!

Though, driving in the car with the new one on today could have been very bad!

My eyes were so teary, I could barely see :)

Great CD's though!

Thursday, October 22, 2009

80 over 80

http://www.slate.com/id/2232918/

According to Slate Magazine, Pres. Thomas S. Monson is the #1 most powerful person over 80 in America!


Rightly so, and should be!

If people listened to him more than others in the media... this world would be a whole different place, Literally!

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