Time is so interesting, we have a way of measuring and yet it still never makes sense. Cuauhtemoc and I have been married almost two months. 7 weeks. 49 days. Really? We met nearly one year ago. We are amazed at the things we have done in such a short time.
We had a most enjoyable honeymoon in Bear Lake! We even went to Paris...Idaho. We brought back antiques that we bought as souvenirs. Love it there!
Now we are preparing to say good bye to my sister as she heads off to new adventures in Italy. Yes, I said Italy. God will keep her safe and guide her steps. <3
17 September 2010
15 June 2010
Joy
I just ate a Dove chocolate. On the wrapper it is written, "Joy is found in the smallest of moments. Like now!" - Ashley, Sumter SC. I love that a simple reminder just came to me with chocolate attached!
As I contemplated the things of that moment, with the purpose of finding joy, there were many happy sights. I saw a young woman modestly and attractively dressed, hair combed with a flower pinned above her ear. What joy to know that she values herself as a daughter of God. I saw two men kindly discussing in the hallway. What joy to know that they value each others opinions and care for one another. The roof here is glass and the sun is shining, what joy to know that I can look forward for sunny days and warmth.
Joy really is found in the smallest moments and the simplest things because God loves us. What joy to know that.
As I contemplated the things of that moment, with the purpose of finding joy, there were many happy sights. I saw a young woman modestly and attractively dressed, hair combed with a flower pinned above her ear. What joy to know that she values herself as a daughter of God. I saw two men kindly discussing in the hallway. What joy to know that they value each others opinions and care for one another. The roof here is glass and the sun is shining, what joy to know that I can look forward for sunny days and warmth.
Joy really is found in the smallest moments and the simplest things because God loves us. What joy to know that.
29 April 2010
What Think Ye of Christ?
Christ, speaking to the Pharisees, asked, "What think ye of Christ? whose son is he?" (Matthew 22:42)
In essence, Christ is asking, "Do you know me?" In the intercessory prayer found in John 17. He teaches why it is important to know Him. "And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent." (John 17:3)
Everything Christ is has everything to do with the Father. Heavenly Father loves His children. Christ is His Only Begotten Son. Christ loves Heavenly Father. Christ loves His children. He teaches the Father's children to love the Father. His sacrifice was made with the purpose of bringing us back to our Father.
In this life we have the opportunity to come to know them, the Father and the Son. As we do so, it will become natural for us to share with others. They are our brothers and sisters. Christ said, in Luke 22:31-32, "Behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren."
It is my desire to learn of Christ, come to know Him and by Him, my Father. The more we reach out to strengthen our brethren, the more He will reveal Himself to us. In Doctrine and Covenants 88:67-68 we are told, "And if your eye be single to my glory, your whole bodies shall be filled with light, and there shall be no darkness in you; and that body which is filled with light comprehendeth all things. Therefore, sanctify yourselves that your minds become single to God, and the days will come that you shall see him; for he will unveil his face unto you, and it shall be in his own time, and in his own way, and according to his own will."
The glory of the Father is "to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man." (Moses 1:39) Christ is the means by which that can happen. It is our opportunity to participate in Salvation, be it our own or that of our brothers and sisters.
In essence, Christ is asking, "Do you know me?" In the intercessory prayer found in John 17. He teaches why it is important to know Him. "And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent." (John 17:3)
Everything Christ is has everything to do with the Father. Heavenly Father loves His children. Christ is His Only Begotten Son. Christ loves Heavenly Father. Christ loves His children. He teaches the Father's children to love the Father. His sacrifice was made with the purpose of bringing us back to our Father.
In this life we have the opportunity to come to know them, the Father and the Son. As we do so, it will become natural for us to share with others. They are our brothers and sisters. Christ said, in Luke 22:31-32, "Behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren."
It is my desire to learn of Christ, come to know Him and by Him, my Father. The more we reach out to strengthen our brethren, the more He will reveal Himself to us. In Doctrine and Covenants 88:67-68 we are told, "And if your eye be single to my glory, your whole bodies shall be filled with light, and there shall be no darkness in you; and that body which is filled with light comprehendeth all things. Therefore, sanctify yourselves that your minds become single to God, and the days will come that you shall see him; for he will unveil his face unto you, and it shall be in his own time, and in his own way, and according to his own will."
The glory of the Father is "to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man." (Moses 1:39) Christ is the means by which that can happen. It is our opportunity to participate in Salvation, be it our own or that of our brothers and sisters.
07 April 2010
Conference
Semiannually The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds a general conference broadcast to television and radio. It is also printed in the Church's magazine "The Ensign." It is available for all.
This Conference has been quite an experience for me. O the greatness of Motherhood! Is there a greater calling in life? I am excited to become a mother. I want to raise my children in righteousness. I want to send an army of good people into the world. I want to teach my children to be good. I expect them to teach their friends and influence others for good. I want them to serve missions and think as missionaries every day.
Mothers and fathers have an amazing opportunity to shape the lives of young people, to teach them truth and surround them with light. Many see much darkness in the world, parents can teach their children to chase it away with light and goodness.
I am glad to have part in this glorious work of Motherhood. It is central to the plan of happiness. I am so glad that God teaches us through His beloved prophet and apostles.
This Conference has been quite an experience for me. O the greatness of Motherhood! Is there a greater calling in life? I am excited to become a mother. I want to raise my children in righteousness. I want to send an army of good people into the world. I want to teach my children to be good. I expect them to teach their friends and influence others for good. I want them to serve missions and think as missionaries every day.
Mothers and fathers have an amazing opportunity to shape the lives of young people, to teach them truth and surround them with light. Many see much darkness in the world, parents can teach their children to chase it away with light and goodness.
I am glad to have part in this glorious work of Motherhood. It is central to the plan of happiness. I am so glad that God teaches us through His beloved prophet and apostles.
24 March 2010
Preparing for Eternity
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
Today Sister Susan Easton Black spoke at the Brigham Young University-Idaho Devotional. She taught about the last week of Christ's mortal life. She told of the symbolic events that fulfilled prophecies and brought about the gospel declared in the pre-mortal councils of heaven.
I am so glad that I know of the mission and life of Jesus Christ and its significance. This life is one of eternal value, our potential goes far beyond the graves of this earth. We are to become as Jesus Christ is. We are to return to the presence of our God and Father having gained experience and been cleansed by Christ, our Savior.
We are to prepare for eternity in this life that we can only know as finite. If the thought has never crossed your mind that this life is only a small time away from celestial worlds and from God, please take time to think about it. If you have never wondered why things are the way they are or if there is any purpose to our existence, try to imagine a Father of godly glory who loves you. If you can picture Him, imagine that you can talk to Him. What would you say? What questions would you have? Do you believe that He would answer if you spoke to Him?
I know that He lives. I am His daughter and my potential is that of divinity. I speak with Him and know that He hears me. He has answered me, guided me, counseled me. I love Him.
Today Sister Susan Easton Black spoke at the Brigham Young University-Idaho Devotional. She taught about the last week of Christ's mortal life. She told of the symbolic events that fulfilled prophecies and brought about the gospel declared in the pre-mortal councils of heaven.
I am so glad that I know of the mission and life of Jesus Christ and its significance. This life is one of eternal value, our potential goes far beyond the graves of this earth. We are to become as Jesus Christ is. We are to return to the presence of our God and Father having gained experience and been cleansed by Christ, our Savior.
We are to prepare for eternity in this life that we can only know as finite. If the thought has never crossed your mind that this life is only a small time away from celestial worlds and from God, please take time to think about it. If you have never wondered why things are the way they are or if there is any purpose to our existence, try to imagine a Father of godly glory who loves you. If you can picture Him, imagine that you can talk to Him. What would you say? What questions would you have? Do you believe that He would answer if you spoke to Him?
I know that He lives. I am His daughter and my potential is that of divinity. I speak with Him and know that He hears me. He has answered me, guided me, counseled me. I love Him.
08 March 2010
Friendship
Last night there was a CES Fireside given by Elder Rasband of the Presidency of the Seventy. He talked about mentors and friendship. There are those people who come into our lives for moments, those who remain an active part, and those whom we always feel a part of no matter how often they come in and out of contact with us.
I was very moved by his comments as I have found myself in much reflection on this very subject. Good friends have helped me become who I am. I constantly marvel at the goodness that makes up their lives. Their quiet example has often invited me to search within myself: what is my focus? I can answer Jesus Christ, but I often have to ask how I can bring Him into a much clearer focus.
Many resources are available for this purpose. Romans 15:4 says, "For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope." Hope in what? Jesus Christ. The scriptures are one way for us to learn more about Him, a way to help us see Him better, understand Him better, and in the end know Him completely.
Another source is the examples of parents, mentors, and good friends. I am very blessed by them every day.
I was very moved by his comments as I have found myself in much reflection on this very subject. Good friends have helped me become who I am. I constantly marvel at the goodness that makes up their lives. Their quiet example has often invited me to search within myself: what is my focus? I can answer Jesus Christ, but I often have to ask how I can bring Him into a much clearer focus.
Many resources are available for this purpose. Romans 15:4 says, "For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope." Hope in what? Jesus Christ. The scriptures are one way for us to learn more about Him, a way to help us see Him better, understand Him better, and in the end know Him completely.
Another source is the examples of parents, mentors, and good friends. I am very blessed by them every day.
02 March 2010
Bridle Your Passions
Elder Bruce C. Hafen of the First Quorum of the Seventy, and his wife, spoke at the BYU-Idaho devotional today. Their message was concerning passion, how does it fit within the gospel. He said that passion is good, a godly attribute. Passions are not to be distinguished, they are to be fulfilled. Heavenly Father wants to show us how to do that. We cannot ignore them, nor can we give them full control, we must master them.
They talked about the added spirit and power that comes when a horse is broken correctly. It is not breaking the spirit of the animal, it is teaching it to have added control. This comes from time spent with the master, the trainer, from coming to recognize his voice, and intentions.
Likewise, our passions, when refined by time spent with our Master, can be an avenue to deeper understanding of eternal truths. Alma 38:12 says, "Use boldness, but not overbearance; and also see that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love; see that ye refrain from idleness."
I know that learning to control my passions has brought added joy to my life. I am still learning to fully rely on the Lord to teach me proper use of emotions and desires. He is truly meek, He has truly mastered His passions and will show us how to do the same.
They talked about the added spirit and power that comes when a horse is broken correctly. It is not breaking the spirit of the animal, it is teaching it to have added control. This comes from time spent with the master, the trainer, from coming to recognize his voice, and intentions.
Likewise, our passions, when refined by time spent with our Master, can be an avenue to deeper understanding of eternal truths. Alma 38:12 says, "Use boldness, but not overbearance; and also see that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love; see that ye refrain from idleness."
I know that learning to control my passions has brought added joy to my life. I am still learning to fully rely on the Lord to teach me proper use of emotions and desires. He is truly meek, He has truly mastered His passions and will show us how to do the same.
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