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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
Summer is winding down 😥 , but there’s still plenty of warm days ahead in sunny California to sneak in more outdoor water fun. Recently, I took the family to Wake Island Waterpark in Pleasant Grove, CA – just north of Sacramento. And . . . we had a BLAST! It’s just a short drive […]
Today is the red carpet movie premiere of Disneynature‘s “Chimpanzee”. I have a busy and fun-filled day of movies, interviews, Wild Africa Trek in Animal Kingdom, and so much more. Don’t forget that you all can see “Chimpanzee” next Friday, April 20th. It is really important to see this film during opening week because all […]
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RECIPES
There is such a variety of treats in the world, and I believe I have tried my share of them. However, that won’t stop me from trying more! I love seeing what other bakers can come up with, and I consider it an art. I believe that different occasions and moods call for different treats. […]
Can you believe Halloween is in just two weeks? I’m so not ready for it! I’ve decorated my house – which I did early, but I don’t have anyone’s costumes, and I’m putting on a haunted house as a fundraiser for the school. Luckily we have a perfectly creepy basement to just spook up a […]
I’ve been traveling for the past two weeks and it’s been hot and humid the past few days. I’m so excited to be returning home, and to 70° weather on Wednesday! It will finally feel like fall, and just maybe later this week I can wear long sleeves and leggings! Two things are for sure: […]
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