I love the beautiful vibrant colors of the leaves changing, and the crisp evening air that gives just a hint that winter is waiting around the corner...
I love the bountiful harvests, and the feelings of abundance and thanksgiving during this season!
I love General Conference weekend!
some of the notable quotes from our leaders:
"...selective obedience is disobedience." "...obedience protects agency." Elder Robert D. Hales"...Lord, is it I?" "...the road of discipleship is not for the faint of heart."
Elder Neil L. Andersen"...we are responsible for our own faith." "...choose faith!" Richard C. Edgley"...consistent correct choices builds character." "...we become what we want to be, by being what we want to become." "...the bedrock of character is integrity." Elder Richard G. Scott"...give children roots and wings." Gerrit W. Gong"...before you act, would you think, say, or do it knowing the Savior is there?" "...fences are protection." Mervyn B. Arnold"...moral standards cannot be changed by battle or ballot." "...Wake up! Be alert!" Pres. Boyd K. Packer"...when you walk with grattitude, you walk with the spirit of Thanksgiving." "...learn from and overcome challenges." "...read the Conference talks." "...Endure to the end!" Pres. Thomas S. Monson"...slow down, focus on essentials." "...master the fundamentals."
Pres. Dieter F. Uchtdorf"...parenting is not a popularity contest." "...courageous parenting -
1. Family prayer 2. Family Scripture study 3. Family Home Evening 4. Family dinner 5. One-on-one interviews and counsel." Larry R. Lawrence"...God knows you personally." Pres. Henry B. Eyring
I love when my children share their talents!
...October 19, Monica performed with the Lakeridge Jr. High A Cappella Choir for their first concert of the school year.
...October 20, Melinda and I were able to hear Alan sing with The Orem Chorale, (a guest choir), during the Orem High School Fall Concert.
...October 23, Kristie and Tom performed a Waltz at BYU for an India festival celebration. He purchased a ticket for me so that I could attend as well! -smile- I was able to sample some authentic Indian cuisine that night!
...October 26, Spencer played in the Symphonic Band at Orem High School during their Halloween Concert, and that same night, Monica played in the Advanced Orchestra for the Lakeridge Orchestra Halloween Concert, (dressed in costume as a magician).
