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The Weight of Obedience: When Priesthood Counsel Caused Harm
In the Mormon church, obedience is taught from an early age. Trusting priesthood leaders, even when it’s hard, is seen as an act of faith. But for me, obedience in Mormonism often meant setting aside my own intuition and handing over decisions that should have been mine. This part of my story is deeply personal. […]
TRAVEL
Filet Mignon, Seafood & Pasta from Fandango Restaurant in Monterey Something I learned on my recent trip to Carmel and Monterey is that Fandango provides more than movie tickets. Fandango is a restaurant in Monterey, with a fun atmosphere. Fandango Restaurant contains a menu full of fresh choices from the sea, as well as a variety […]
Last useumonth our family got to take an epic trip back east, beginning in Philadelphia. I’ve traveled quite a bit, but I’m excited to say each state we visited on this trip was a first for me, as well as our kids. We got to learn a little American history, as well as have a […]
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RECIPES
The past couple of days (make that weeks) have nearly been unbearable when it comes to the weather. I really do not enjoy triple digit temperatures, and I dislike slaving over a hot stove or oven, in those temps. So, I have been working up new recipes every day this week, that don’t require making the […]
Visiting the ER is not exactly my idea of fun. I suppose one could find fun in visiting an emergency room if you enjoy people watching, or creating giant hand balloons out of the medical gloves. I do happen to enjoy people watching, and it does get quite exciting at my local ER due to […]
Ham and Pepperoni Rice Balls With Christmas, New Year’s and all of the other great holidays coming up, you may want to try serving something fun and new. Besides, what is a great New Year’s Eve party without fantastic appetizers? It’s just not – that’s what I say! I came up with these Ham […]
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