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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
The last few months have been a little rough with two back-to-back surgeries. Recovery has meant putting a hold on travel, which can be cause for withdrawals. Lucky for me, I have a love for Carmel by the Sea, and I can get there in a 3 hour drive. Between surgeries I took my family […]
The first time I ever visited a Buca di Beppo was for the rehearsal dinner for my brother’s wedding. We thought the restaurant was so fun – hundreds of unique photos and statues, the single table that seats guests amidst all the action in the kitchen, and then the fantastic food! Before I go on […]
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RECIPES
The Big Game is almost here and many of you are likely in the throes of planning the perfect game day party. Unfortunately my team isn’t going to be playing next week as their pretty fantastic season ended in defeat just last week during the Playoffs! Just because my guys won’t be playing next week […]
Somebody hold me – my oldest starts high school today!!!! I’m full of mixed emotions as I’m super excited for this new adventure for my son, but also nervous of what the next few years will bring. I think what freaks me out the most is that I only get my boy as mine for […]
Last week I was telling you all about my high schooler starting school and today the rest of my kiddos start school! It’s been a busy week for sure! High school seems to be suiting my oldest well and it’s been fun to see. He seems so much older to me and it kind of […]
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