Truly loving others requires the ongoing practice of accepting the best efforts of people whose life experiences and limitations we may never fully know.
October 2017 | Lord, Wilt Thou Cause That My Eyes May Be Opened —W. Craig Zwick
Monday, April 30, 2018
Accepting best efforts...
Saturday, April 28, 2018
One good thing...
I started the day by going for a walk. It's starting to get warmer but the mornings are still cool, just the way I like it. I saw so many beautiful trees today.
I smelled lilacs along the path and I took a moment to enjoy their lovely scent. I always think of home when I see lilacs. We had several lilacs bushes and so did Grandma Federer.
Mark called about the time I got back from my walk. He needed Tim's truck to take some boxes to his warehouse. Tim was still sleeping so I took the truck to Mark. When I drove up Mark, Tiffani, Colby, and Grey were busy cleaning out the garage. Cash was still sleeping. I played with Grahm so Tiffani could keep working. I was happy to spend the morning doing a good thing.
Grahm and I went for a walk and when we got back he fell asleep on my shoulder.
When Grahm woke up we played. He's such a happy boy. He's scooting all around now. Cash played with us too and read to me. He's reading chapter books and is so smart. He is also a good big brother, Grahm gets so excited when he sees him. Cash hugs him and kisses his cute head.
Chris
text me this picture. When I saw it I knew he had made it safely to
Taiwan. He likes having a layover there! He decided not to fly first
class this time but as it turns out his row was empty. He slept most of
the way. I'm happy the travel guardian angels where with him, and that
he made it safely.
I smelled lilacs along the path and I took a moment to enjoy their lovely scent. I always think of home when I see lilacs. We had several lilacs bushes and so did Grandma Federer.
Home Sweet Home
Grahm and I went for a walk and when we got back he fell asleep on my shoulder.
When Grahm woke up we played. He's such a happy boy. He's scooting all around now. Cash played with us too and read to me. He's reading chapter books and is so smart. He is also a good big brother, Grahm gets so excited when he sees him. Cash hugs him and kisses his cute head.
Colby was still helping! The boys are learning to do good things.
I hope lots of good things happen for Chris.
I always feel good at the end of the day if I have been able to do one good thing.
Conference notes... The Heart of a Prophet
Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Following the sustaining in solemn assembly of President Russell M. Nelson as the 17th prophet in this dispensation on March 31, Elder Gary E. Stevenson testified that the Church's newest president has "the heart of a prophet."
Since being called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles just two years ago, Elder Stevenson has had the opportunity to travel and serve with President Nelson, who has served as the president of that quorum. Although much of their association has been in ecclesiastical roles, Elder Stevenson said he has also become familiar with President Nelson's renown as a heart surgeon and a pioneer developer of the heart-lung machine prior to President Nelson becoming a General Authority.
"Interestingly, as President Nelson's call to the Twelve 34 years ago ended a professional medical career of strengthening and repairing hearts, it began a ministry as an apostle devoted to strengthening and repairing hearts of countless tens of thousands around the world."
When he envisions someone with a Christlike heart, Elder Stevenson said he pictures President Nelson. "He is the embodiment of a Christlike heart and an example to us all. From him, we learn that in any circumstance we find ourselves, our conduct and hearts can be in accordance with the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ."
Noting the "heavenly occasion" of a solemn assembly, Elder Stevenson said it is natural to feel a sense of sorrow at the death of a beloved prophet. "But our sadness is tempered by the joy and hope that comes as we experience one of the great blessings of the Restoration: the calling and sustaining of a living prophet on the earth."
This current "divine process" began with the death of President Thomas S. Monson on January 2, 2018, and the dissolution of the First Presidency. During the period of time between the death of the prophet and the reorganization of the First Presidency — known as an "apostolic interregnum" — the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles jointly holds the keys of the priesthood to administer the leadership of the Church. I have never heard the term apostolic interregnum before, I thought it was interesting.
The most recent interregnum ended on Sunday, January 14, when the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles met in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple and first raised their hands to sustain the reorganization of a First Presidency and then President Russell M. Nelson as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
After the sustaining, the Brethren gathered in a circle and, placing hands upon President Nelson's head, ordained and set him apart with the next most-senior apostle acting as voice.
"This was a deeply sacred experience with an outpouring of the Spirit. I offer to you my absolute witness that the will of the Lord, for which we fervently prayed, was powerfully manifest in the activities and events of that day."
"Brothers and sisters, we can rejoice — even shout 'Hosanna!' — that the Lord's mouthpiece, a prophet of God, is in place and that the Lord is pleased that His work is being done in the way that He has divinely prescribed."
President Nelson has been prepared and specifically tutored by the Lord to lead at this time. "It is a great blessing to now have dear President Russell M. Nelson as our loving and devoted prophet."
Throughout President Nelson's life, he has magnified his roles as student, father, professor, husband, doctor, priesthood leader, grandfather, and apostle. He fulfilled these roles then — and continues to do so — "with the heart of a prophet."
During the Saturday afternoon session of general conference in October of 2007, Elder Wirthlin was giving a talk called, "The Great Commandment." We did not know it at the time but Elder Wirthlin basically locked his knees, and his muscles began to twitch. I will never forget when Elder Nelson stood up and put his hands on Elder Wirthlin's back and arm to steady him. Elder Wirthlin was 90 and in good health for someone his age. He was able to finish his talk with the assistance of Elder Nelson. It was easy to see that Elder Nelson has a Christlike heart and it was filled with love for his colleague and friend.
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin
The Great Commandment
True love lasts forever. It is eternally patient and forgiving. It believes, hopes, and endures all things. That is the love our Heavenly Father bears for us.
We all yearn to experience love like this. Even when we make mistakes, we hope others will love us in spite of our shortcomings—even if we don’t deserve it."
The Heart of a Prophet
Since being called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles just two years ago, Elder Stevenson has had the opportunity to travel and serve with President Nelson, who has served as the president of that quorum. Although much of their association has been in ecclesiastical roles, Elder Stevenson said he has also become familiar with President Nelson's renown as a heart surgeon and a pioneer developer of the heart-lung machine prior to President Nelson becoming a General Authority.
"Interestingly, as President Nelson's call to the Twelve 34 years ago ended a professional medical career of strengthening and repairing hearts, it began a ministry as an apostle devoted to strengthening and repairing hearts of countless tens of thousands around the world."
When he envisions someone with a Christlike heart, Elder Stevenson said he pictures President Nelson. "He is the embodiment of a Christlike heart and an example to us all. From him, we learn that in any circumstance we find ourselves, our conduct and hearts can be in accordance with the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ."
Noting the "heavenly occasion" of a solemn assembly, Elder Stevenson said it is natural to feel a sense of sorrow at the death of a beloved prophet. "But our sadness is tempered by the joy and hope that comes as we experience one of the great blessings of the Restoration: the calling and sustaining of a living prophet on the earth."
This current "divine process" began with the death of President Thomas S. Monson on January 2, 2018, and the dissolution of the First Presidency. During the period of time between the death of the prophet and the reorganization of the First Presidency — known as an "apostolic interregnum" — the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles jointly holds the keys of the priesthood to administer the leadership of the Church. I have never heard the term apostolic interregnum before, I thought it was interesting.
The most recent interregnum ended on Sunday, January 14, when the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles met in the upper room of the Salt Lake Temple and first raised their hands to sustain the reorganization of a First Presidency and then President Russell M. Nelson as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
After the sustaining, the Brethren gathered in a circle and, placing hands upon President Nelson's head, ordained and set him apart with the next most-senior apostle acting as voice.
"This was a deeply sacred experience with an outpouring of the Spirit. I offer to you my absolute witness that the will of the Lord, for which we fervently prayed, was powerfully manifest in the activities and events of that day."
"Brothers and sisters, we can rejoice — even shout 'Hosanna!' — that the Lord's mouthpiece, a prophet of God, is in place and that the Lord is pleased that His work is being done in the way that He has divinely prescribed."
President Nelson has been prepared and specifically tutored by the Lord to lead at this time. "It is a great blessing to now have dear President Russell M. Nelson as our loving and devoted prophet."
Throughout President Nelson's life, he has magnified his roles as student, father, professor, husband, doctor, priesthood leader, grandfather, and apostle. He fulfilled these roles then — and continues to do so — "with the heart of a prophet."
During the Saturday afternoon session of general conference in October of 2007, Elder Wirthlin was giving a talk called, "The Great Commandment." We did not know it at the time but Elder Wirthlin basically locked his knees, and his muscles began to twitch. I will never forget when Elder Nelson stood up and put his hands on Elder Wirthlin's back and arm to steady him. Elder Wirthlin was 90 and in good health for someone his age. He was able to finish his talk with the assistance of Elder Nelson. It was easy to see that Elder Nelson has a Christlike heart and it was filled with love for his colleague and friend.
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin
The Great Commandment
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
“This is the first and great commandment."Love is the beginning, the middle, and the end of the pathway of discipleship. It comforts, counsels, cures, and consoles. It leads us through valleys of darkness and through the veil of death. In the end love leads us to the glory and grandeur of eternal life.
“And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
“On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.”
True love lasts forever. It is eternally patient and forgiving. It believes, hopes, and endures all things. That is the love our Heavenly Father bears for us.
We all yearn to experience love like this. Even when we make mistakes, we hope others will love us in spite of our shortcomings—even if we don’t deserve it."
Thursday, April 26, 2018
ThrowBack Thursday - Highchair
How fun to have pictures of all four Grands in the highchair!
Cash
Colby
Grey
Grahm
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Monday, April 23, 2018
Joy...
We can feel joy even while having a bad day, a bad week, or even a bad year!
My dear brothers and sisters, the joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives.
~ President Russell M. Nelson
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Long weekend...
I didn't really plan on it, but I decided to take Friday off and spend the day with Christopher. I have not missed one day of work all this year, imagine that. Last year I think I only missed one day, when I drove to Cheyenne for Kenny's memorial service. Chris said I should get some kind of award, $1,000.00 dollar bonus would be nice!
Chris and I had a fun day. I helped him get ready for his trip to the Philippines, he leaves on Wednesday. He will stay for a few days in Seattle and then he's off again. We had a delicious lunch, the shrimp tempura was amazing. We also went on another walk up Provo Canyon, the weather was perfect.
Mark and family are enjoying riding bikes together. Grey and Grahm like riding along in the carrier.
Cash and Colby had another soccer game. I just love Colby's sweet face and smile.
I stayed with Grahm so Tiffani could watch Colby's game.
I tried to get a picture of Grahm's two new teeth but I got a cute smile instead.
After Cash got home from his soccer game, he and Grey were playing on the trampoline. I watched them for several minutes.
Cash is careful not to be too rough with him.
Mark liked to climb and so does Colby!
I like long weekends!
Chris and I had a fun day. I helped him get ready for his trip to the Philippines, he leaves on Wednesday. He will stay for a few days in Seattle and then he's off again. We had a delicious lunch, the shrimp tempura was amazing. We also went on another walk up Provo Canyon, the weather was perfect.
My cousin is on the cover of Time magazine this month!
Spring has sprung and I love it!
Apparently it's still winter in Cheyenne!
Mark and family are enjoying riding bikes together. Grey and Grahm like riding along in the carrier.
Cash and Colby had another soccer game. I just love Colby's sweet face and smile.
I stayed with Grahm so Tiffani could watch Colby's game.
I tried to get a picture of Grahm's two new teeth but I got a cute smile instead.
After Cash got home from his soccer game, he and Grey were playing on the trampoline. I watched them for several minutes.
Cash is careful not to be too rough with him.
By the way, Grey is not wearing diapers anymore!
Good job Goo-Goo!
Good job Goo-Goo!
Sunday we had a family dinner, it was good to be together before Chris leaves.
We are happy we live next to a park and even happier when we have it all to ourselves!
Mark liked to climb and so does Colby!
I took Grahm for a stroll and he loved it!
Cute boys!
It's nature Grahm!
I couldn't resist, if you gotta go, you gotta go! 
It's nature Grahm!
I like long weekends!
Thursday, April 19, 2018
ThrowBack Thursday ~ Eileen Renee Federer
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
"The Enforcer"
I heard last week that Mrs. Bush's health was failing and she had declined any further medical treatment. I remembered her in my prayers each night, I prayed she could go quickly, and not suffer too much.
She died earlier today, she was 92 and she and President Bush recently celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary. She was known as a plainspoken women who was recognizable with her signature white pearl necklaces and earrings. She was also know as 'The Enforcer.' Her granddaughter Jenna asked her why she known as the enforcer and she replied, "Because I enforce, If you do something bad, I point it out to you.” She had a quick wit, was feisty, and a fierce defender of her husband. I personally admire that she remained true to herself after becoming first lady. She did not change how she dressed, and never colored her hair. She was an advocate for literacy.
She was the mother of six children, one daughter, Robin died when she was almost four from leukemia. Her family said she talked about her often the last few weeks. She believed that Robin would be the first person she would see after she passed.
I admired her loyalty and devotion to family.
In 1990, Mrs. Bush delivered the commencement speech at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. Addressing the graduating class, she stressed the importance of family and cherishing connections with other people. I listened to the speech and it was very good.
She died earlier today, she was 92 and she and President Bush recently celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary. She was known as a plainspoken women who was recognizable with her signature white pearl necklaces and earrings. She was also know as 'The Enforcer.' Her granddaughter Jenna asked her why she known as the enforcer and she replied, "Because I enforce, If you do something bad, I point it out to you.” She had a quick wit, was feisty, and a fierce defender of her husband. I personally admire that she remained true to herself after becoming first lady. She did not change how she dressed, and never colored her hair. She was an advocate for literacy.
She was the mother of six children, one daughter, Robin died when she was almost four from leukemia. Her family said she talked about her often the last few weeks. She believed that Robin would be the first person she would see after she passed.
I admired her loyalty and devotion to family.
In 1990, Mrs. Bush delivered the commencement speech at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. Addressing the graduating class, she stressed the importance of family and cherishing connections with other people. I listened to the speech and it was very good.
"Life... it’s supposed to be fun. One of the reasons I made
the most important decision of my life, to marry George Bush, is because
he made me laugh. It’s true, sometimes we laugh through our tears, but
that shared laughter has been one of our strongest bonds. Find the joy
in life because as Ferris Bueller said on his day off — “Life moves
pretty fast and if you don’t stop and look around once in a while you
are going to miss it.”
The
third choice that must not be missed is to cherish your human
connections, your relationships with family and friends. For several
years you’ve had impressed upon you the importance to your career of
dedication and hard work, and of course that’s true. But as important as
your obligations as a doctor, a lawyer, a business leader will be, you
are a human being first and those human connections with spouses, with
children, with friends are the most important investment you will ever make.
At
the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more
test, winning one more verdict, or not closing one more deal. You will
regret time not spent with a husband, a child, a friend or a parent.
In 1988 she said, I liked to be known as a wife, a mother, a grandmother. That's what I am. And I'd like to be known as someone who really cared about people and worked very, very hard to make America more literate." She knew what was most important.
I also liked these quotes:
In 1988 she said, I liked to be known as a wife, a mother, a grandmother. That's what I am. And I'd like to be known as someone who really cared about people and worked very, very hard to make America more literate." She knew what was most important.
I also liked these quotes:
To us, family means putting your arms around each other and being there.
I married the first man I ever kissed. When I tell this to my children, they just about throw up.
Cherish your human connections - your relationships with friends and family.
Rest in peace Mrs. Bush...
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