Showing posts with label Motherhood. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Motherhood. Show all posts

Friday, September 16, 2016

See Yourself in the Temple

See yourself in the Temple is the topic of Quentin L. Cook's 2016 April Conference talk. This talk is the subject of my 4th Sunday Relief Society Lesson this month. This is a long talk - I will more than likely have to pick and choose the best parts of this talk because it is about 5 pages long in a normal 14 pt font.

This talk isn't just for people that haven't gone to the Temple yet. This talk is for EVERYONE! If you have a recommend - this talk is for you! If you have a recommend but you have and/or haven't gone in a while, this talk is for you. If you are less active and need to renew your recommend and return to Church this talk is for you. If you have recently joined the Church, this talk is for you. If you are investigating the Church, this talk is for you!! Seriously!!

This talk is for each of us to See Ourselves in the Temple, A little history of the Temple and then a Challenge to See Myself in the Temple. He talks about promises and blessings given to the Saints and discusses how blessed we are to live at this time. He also discusses How Do We Prepare for the Temple and how the Atonement of Christ makes it possible for us to be forgiven of the sins that might keep us from thinking we are worthy to attend the Temple. He reminds us that our ability to go in the Temple is based on our Self Certification when answering the Temple Recommend Questions with our Bishopric and Stake Presidency Member. We have to fully forgive ourselves. This is key. One of my favorite quotes is "The Lord Organizes Eternal Families in the Temple" - What a great reminder. No where else is this remotely possible!!

I add my testimony of Temple work to his and again use his Challenge of See Yourself in the Temple for all of us to grow closer to Heavenly Father.

This is the handout that I am going to use for my lesson. I will print it in color in a 4x6 size for each member of our Relief Society. I am going to use Sams Club :) They are pretty economical!


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Email me and I will send you the pdf of this handout. Usually I do it in a full size and a 4x6 or 3x5 size that is 4 to a page.  I am going to print out one in a poster size for our loft area. This is a great visual for my children to see everyday!


Make it a great one!

 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 18th year of wedded bliss, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G16, G15, B12, G10, B9, B6, G4, & B2), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 4 precociously precious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Tuesday, March 01, 2016

Fun March Holidays

MARCH
National Craft Month,
National Frozen Food Month
National Peanut Month. National Women's History Month
2nd week - Crochet Week
1st - National Pig Day
1st - Peanut Butter Lover's Day
2nd - Old Stuff Day
3rd - I Want You To Be Happy Day
3rd - If Pets had Thumbs Day
3rd - National Anthem Day
8th - Learn What Your Name Means Day
12th - Plant A Flower Day
13th - Ear Muff Day
13th - Jewel Day
14th - Learn About Butterflies Day
14th - National Potato Day
19th - Poultry Day
20th - International Earth Day
20th - Extraterrestrial Abduction Day
21st - Fragrance Day
22nd - National Goof Off Day
23rd - National Chip and Dip Day
24th - National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day
25th - Pecan Day
25th - Waffle Day
30th - Take a Walk in a Park Day
National Quilting Day - 3rd Sunday

Make it a great one!


 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Monday, February 01, 2016

Fun February Holidays

FEBRUARY
Canned Food Month, National Cherry Month
National Grapefruit Month
2nd - Groundhog Day
7th - Send a Card to a Friend Day
8th - Kite Flying Day
10th - Umbrella Day
15th - National Gum Drop Day
16th - Do a Grouch a Favor Day
17th - Random Acts of Kindness Day
20th - Cherry Pie Day
20th - Love Your Pet Day
23rd - International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day
26th - Carnival Day
26th - Tell a Fairy Tale Day
27th - Polar Bear Day

Make it a great one!


 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Friday, January 01, 2016

Fun January Holidays

JANUARY
National Hobby Month, Hot Tea Month
National Oatmeal Month, National Soup Month
5th - National Bird Day
6th - Bean Day
8th - Bubble Bath Day
11th - Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friend Day
13th - Make Your Dreams Come True Day
15th - National Hat Day
19th - National Popcorn Day
23rd - National Pie Day
27th - Chocolate Cake Day
31st - Inspire Your Heart with Art Day


Make it a great one!


 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Tuesday, December 01, 2015

Fun December Holidays

DECEMBER
2nd - Eat a Red Apple Day
2nd - National Pie Day
7th - National Cotton Candy Day
8th - National Brownie Day
12th - Poinsettia Day
13th - Ice Cream Day
16th - National Chocolate Covered Anything Day
18th - Bake Cookies Day
20th - Go Caroling Day
25th - National Pumpkin Pie Day
28th - Card Playing Day
28th - National Chocolate Day

Make it a great one!

 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Sunday, November 01, 2015

Fun November Holidays

NOVEMBER
Peanut Butter Lovers Month
2nd - Deviled Eggs Day
3rd - Sandwich Day
16th - Button Day
21st - World Hello Day
1st Saturday - Book Lovers Day

Make it a great one!


 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Thursday, October 01, 2015

Fun October Holidays

OCTOBER
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, Cookie Month
National Pizza Month, National Popcorn Popping Month
5th - Do Something Nice Day
7th - World Smile Day
10th - National Angel Food Cake Day
13th - World Egg Day
16th - Dictionary Day
30th - National Candy Corn Day
4th Sunday - National Mother-in-Law Day

Make it a great one!

 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Tuesday, September 01, 2015

Fun September Holidays

SEPTEMBER
Honey Month
5th - Cheese Pizza Day
9th - Teddy Bear Day
12th - Chocolate Milkshake Day
18th - National Cheeseburger Day
19th - International Talk Like a Pirate Day
2nd Sunday - National Pet Memorial Day
3rd Sunday - POW/MIA Recognition Day

Make it a great one!

 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Saturday, August 01, 2015

Fun August Holidays

AUGUST
National Picnic Month
2nd week - National Smile Week
3rd week - Friendship Week
2nd - National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
2nd - National Mustard Day
3rd - National Watermelon Day
10th - Lazy Day
15th - Relaxation Day
16th - National Tell a Joke Day
26th - National Dog Day
27th - Just Because Day
1st Sunday - Friendship Day
1st Sunday - Sister's Day


 Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife - in our 17th year, Stepmother to 2 adult children, Mother - (G15, G14, B12, G9, B8, B5, G4, &B1), StepMother-In-Law to 2, StepGrandmother to 3 precocious little boys! Blessed, Happy & Satisfied!

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Dunkin’ Stick Muffins

Ingredients:

For the Muffins:

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk

For the Glaze:

3 tablespoons butter; melted
1 cup confectioners’ sugar; sifted
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons hot water

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line 12 muffin cups with muffin liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray.


In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter, vegetable oil, and sugars till smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time. With the mixer on low speed, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt and vanilla until just combined. Stir the flour into the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour and mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!

Spoon batter into cups, filling the cups, and smooth tops. Divide batter equally among prepared muffin cups. Bake until muffin tops are a pale golden and springy to the touch, 15 to 17 minutes, rotating halfway through baking time. Cool muffins in muffin tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack and cool 10 minutes before glazing.

To make the glaze, In a medium bowl mix together the melted butter, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and water. Whisk until smooth.

When muffins have cooled slightly, dip the muffin crown into the glaze and allow the glaze to harden. Once hardened, dip a second time and allow to harden then serve.

Make it a great one!!

Tammy_IM_48x48_thumb2222222About Tammy: Daughter, Sister, Wife, Homeschooling Mother of 7 (ages: G13, G12, B10, G7, B6, B3, G2). Stepmom of 2. Mother in law to two, Grandma to Peyton, Mattix and Andrew. Writer at BellaOnline. Blogger at Latter-Day Homeschool and JuddzWorld!! Happy & Satisfied!!

Sunday, October 27, 2013

Conference Issue of the Ensign

Such a great blessing to have

November 2013

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Welcome to Conference
Thomas S. Monson     download

General Conference: Strengthening Faith and Testimony
Robert D. Hales          download

Be Meek and Lowly of Heart
Ulisses Soares        download

Do We Know What We Have?
Carole M. Stephens        download

Look Ahead and Believe
Edward Dube       download

The Windows of Heaven
David A. Bednar       download

Come, Join with Us
Dieter F. Uchtdorf        download

The Key to Spiritual Protection
Boyd K. Packer        download

The Moral Force of Women
D. Todd Christofferson        download

Hastening the Lord’s Game Plan!
S. Gifford Nielsen       download

Small and Simple Things
Arnulfo Valenzuela        download

Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?
Timothy J. Dyches        download

Like a Broken Vessel
Jeffrey R. Holland        download

Put Your Trust in the Lord
M. Russell Ballard        download

The Doctrines and Principles Contained in the Articles of Faith
L. Tom Perry       download

Ye Are No More Strangers
Gérald J. Caussé        download

Called of Him to Declare His Word
Randy D. Funk        download

You Can Do It Now!
Dieter F. Uchtdorf        download

Bind Up Their Wounds
Henry B. Eyring        download

True Shepherds
Thomas S. Monson        download

To My Grandchildren
Henry B. Eyring        download

No Other Gods
Dallin H. Oaks        download

Be Ye Converted
Bonnie L. Oscarson        download

The Strength to Endure
Richard J. Maynes        download

Personal Strength through the Atonement of Jesus Christ
Richard G. Scott        download

“I Will Not Fail Thee, nor Forsake Thee”
Thomas S. Monson        download

Lamentations of Jeremiah: Beware of Bondage
Quentin L. Cook            download

Power in the Priesthood
Neil L. Andersen        download

Teaching with the Power and Authority of God
David M. McConkie        download

Continually Holding Fast
Kevin S. Hamilton        download

Look Up
Adrián Ochoa        download

Drawing Closer to God
Terence M. Vinson        download

Decisions for Eternity
Russell M. Nelson        download

Till We Meet Again
Thomas S. Monson        download

The Power, Joy, and Love of Covenant Keeping    
Linda K. Burton     download

We Have Great Reason to Rejoice
Carole M. Stephens    download

Claim the Blessings of Your Covenants
Linda S. Reeves    download

We Never Walk Alone
Thomas S. Monson     download

Conference Story Index          download

Teachings for Our Time     download

Make it a great one!!

About Tammy: Daughter, Sister, Wife, Homeschooling Mother of 7 (ages: G13, G12, B10, G7, B6, B3, G2). Stepmom of 2. Mother in law to two, Grandma to Peyton, Mattix and Andrew. Writer at BellaOnline. Contributive Blogger at Latter-Day Homeschool and JuddzWorld!! Happy & Satisfied!!

Wednesday, October 09, 2013

Mom Retreat

We are changed. We look different, and we act different. The things we listen to and read and say are different, and what we wear is different because we become daughters of God bound to Him by covenant." 

—Carole M. Stephens

I always wonder how I can be better as a Mother, as a Wife and a friend. I *could* pay money and go somewhere to get “perspective'” on how I can relate to my children and be “PRESENT” in their lives. I could. OR I can use my General Conference Talks as my reference point. My scriptures as my Guide. My RS Lessons as my compass. I love the fact that although we always seem to be seeking for something “more” in life, Heavenly Father has already organized things for us so that we don’t have to spend money on things that are not necessary or important.

I think if I make an effort to allow General Conference to be my Spiritual Retreat for myself AND for my Family I will be much happier. These talks are all SUPER STUPENDOUSLY AMAZING!! I mean, “We are Daughters of Our Heavenly Father” reaffirms my own personal divinity and encourages me to “return to Virtue”.  “For Peace at Home” teaches me principles that will help my family grow closer together and to be happy. “The Hope of God’s Light” gives me encouragement so that when I am feeling down or sad or burdened by the weight of my circumstances I can feel renewed in the Love of my Heavenly Father and focus on what is truly important. “Lord I Believe” helps me by giving me tools to  increase my faith and to recognize the power of the faith that I already have. “Marriage: Watch & Learn” gives me specific ways I can strengthen my marriage and my relationships with others. “Obedience Brings Blessings” is devoted to helping me understand the importance of being obedient to my Heavenly Father. 

For instance, April 2013 General Conference the talks:

Welcome to Conference  Thomas S. Monson Listen  download

These Things I Know    Boyd K. Packer         Listen  download

A Sure Foundation    Dean M. Davies        Listen download

We Are Daughters of Our Heavenly FatherElaine S. Dalton  Listen download

The Savior Wants to Forgive       Craig A. Cardon Listen download

“This Is My Work and Glory”       M. Russell Ballard   Listen download

“Come unto Me”      Henry B. Eyring   Listendownload

For Peace at Home    Richard G. Scott Listen Download

Personal Peace: The Reward of Righteousness  Quentin L. Cook Listen  download

The Lord’s Way     Stanley G. Ellis Listen  download

The Gospel to All the World        John B. Dickson Listen  download

We Believe in Being Chaste      David A. Bednar Listen  download

Catch the Wave     Russell M. Nelson Listen  download

Stand Strong in Holy Places      Robert D. Hales Listen  download

The Power of the Priesthood in the Boy       Tad R. Callister Listen  download

Your Sacred Duty to Minister     David L. Beck Listen  download

Four Titles       Dieter F. Uchtdorf Listen  download

We Are One       Henry B. Eyring Listen  download

Come, All Ye Sons of God     Thomas S. Monson  Listen  download

The Hope of God’s Light     Dieter F. Uchtdorf Listen  download

It’s a Miracle     Neil L. Andersen  Listen  download

The Words We Speak     Rosemary M. Wixom  Listen  download

Marriage: Watch and Learn     L. Whitney Clayton Listen  download

Obedience to Law Is Liberty     L. Tom Perry  Listen  download

Obedience Brings Blessings     Thomas S. Monson Listen  download

“Lord, I Believe”       Jeffrey R. Holland Listen  download

Followers of Christ      Dallin H. Oaks  Listen  download

The Father and the Son     Christoffel Golden Jr. Listen  download

The Home: The School of Life     Enrique R. Falabella  Listen   download

Being Accepted of the Lord       Erich W. Kopischke  Listen  download

Beautiful Mornings       Bruce D. Porter  Listen   download

Redemption     D. Todd Christofferson  Listen   download

Until We Meet Again     Thomas S. Monson  Listen  download

Your Holy Places     Ann M. Dibb  Listen  download

When You Save a Girl, You Save Generations     Mary N. Cook  Listen  download

Be Not Moved!     Elaine S. Dalton Listen  download

Your Wonderful Journey Home       Dieter F. Uchtdorf  Listen  download

Making Conference Part of Our Lives              Listen  download

Another great “Retreat” is attending the Temple OFTEN. What an incredible way to remind ourselves of what is important and what our Eternal Goals are and should be and how we can realign ourselves to the path Heavenly Father asks of us.

Do I need to spend money on ANYTHING to buoy up my Spirit? No, the scriptures themselves are full of enlightenment and knowledge that I need to be the best person, daughter, sister, friend, wife, mother, grandmother, visiting teacher –> that I can possibly be.

Do I really need to pay someone to tell me how to be “PRESENT” and “ENGAGED” with my children and family? No, these things come naturally as I strive to do what’s right. There is no counsel more important than that of the Prophets and Apostles that speak to us.

General Conference has just passed. I don’t believe there was one talk that didn’t touch me. I loved them all. I have already watched some of them a second time. I love Conference and the feelings that it brings into my life and the life of my family. It isn’t too early to start planning my General Conference Retreat for April 2014!! Only 6 more months to go!!! :) 

Make it a great one!!

Tammy_IM_48x48_thumb2222222About Tammy: Daughter, Sister, Wife, Homeschooling Mother of 7 (ages: G13, G12, B10, G7, B6, B3, G2). Stepmom of 2. Mother in law to two, Grandma to Peyton, Mattix and Andrew. Writer at BellaOnline. Blogger at Latter-Day Homeschool and JuddzWorld!! Happy & Satisfied!!