7.20.16

3 Nephi 14:12 Therefore, all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them, for this is the law and the prophets.
*I bought a new FHE style book called "52 Weeks to Fortify your Family" by Nicole Carpenter. It has 5 minute mini-lessons for each day, on 1 topic each week. We've been reading it before bed, but after Captain Underpants. This week is about Kindness. My 2yo hasn't sit still long enough, but my 4yo has a pretty good understanding, I think. I love sharing this gospel, and my testimony with my family.

6.20.16

Doc & Cov 68:25 ...teach them...to understand the doctrine of repentance, faith in Christ the Son of the living God, and of baptism and the gift of the Holy Ghost by the laying on of the hands...
*We must do more than teach them, we must teach our children TO UNDERSTAND. Parents have important and vital roles to play as they
-create an appropriate spiritual environment and atmosphere the home
-invite the Spirit
-facilitate and assist in spiritual learning of children.
📖 Increase In Learning by David A Bednar

6.19.16

Doc & Cov 42:22 Thou shalt love thy wife with all thy heart, and shalt cleave unto her and none else.
*My husband designed my ring with many scripture references, including this one. Today is our 8 year anniversary. We've been thru so much (heart surgeries, layoffs, moving, death of family, high risk pregnancies, buying a house, babies, school, and surviving in-laws) and I am so glad my best friend is there holding my hand thru it all. I love him more today than I did yesterday,  and I'll love him more tomorrow. Eternity looks pretty dang good.

6.13.16

Childrens songbook 193:
Sing your way home at the close of the day. Sing your way home; drive the shadows away. Smile ev'ry mile, for wherever you roam It will brighten your road, it will lighten your load If you sing your way home.
*Little has always had a hard time going to sleep. Tonight I sang Twinkle Twinkle to him, until he fell asleep. Big was already snoring. It opened my eyes, I need to be softer with my boys. I'm grateful I'm able to see it.

6.11.16

We took a road trip this weekend, and during the ride the little one  randomly said a prayer where he just starting listing off family members. And then my big one started singing "I am a Child of God" and the little one tried to sing along too. To hear those sweet little voices sing, this song especially, makes my heart melt, and reminds me of the power of His Atonement. Because of the Atonement, I am able to live with my eternal family, I am able to live with Him again.