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Family Talk by Christy Monson

In her latest book, Family Talk, Christy shares some basic principles to help you and your family develop communication skills that will bring a new level of peace and happiness on the home front.She helps you realize the importance of holding regular family councils. Some of the things you’ll learn by utilizing the tools she gives are: problem solving skills that include finding viable solutions, building self esteem, encouraging one another to do and be their best, Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

My Journey to Nauvoo

On July 7, 2014 at 12:01 am my daughter, myself and over 100 other young single adults, ward single adult representatives,  their bishop, his counselors, a member of the stake presidency and high council and their wives departed northern Utah on two tour buses from the church parking lot headed for Nauvoo, IL.You might ask, “What is so special about this destination?” Back in the late 1830’s and early 1840’s a group of saints, members Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

Fathers

Noble fatherhood gives us a glimpse of the divine. ~James E. Faust Being a father is a very important calling given to men. I am so blessed to be surrounded by great examples of fatherhood. My husband, my dad and my brother to be specific. They all have a fierce desire to follow the Savior, to be of service to others, to love their wives and children with all of their hearts, to set an Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

In Loving Memory of my Dad–Marvin LeRoy Halliday

Marvin LeRoy Halliday Marvin & his beloved sweet heart, Elsie Monday , June 09, 2014 – 6:00 PM Obituary posted in the Ogden Standard Examiner   September 2, 1939 ~ June 8, 2014 Our most wonderful Marvin LeRoy Halliday (74) passed away in his home, Sunday, June 8, 2014 surrounded by his loved ones and other caregiver angels. Marv was born September 2, 1939 in Glendale, CA to Edwin Marvin Halliday and Norene Marie Gibby. Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

Time

Today I found myself asking, “Where does the time go?” I think that most of the time it has wings because it just flies by especially as I get older. Just yesterday we were celebrating the arrival of 2014! Today one third of the year is officially gone and in the past. We cannot get that time back. Have we been productive? Have we spent quality time with our spouse, our children, and our extended Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

Welcome to The Stone of Valhalla Blog Tour!

The Stone of Valhalla is a fun read and I really enjoyed going on the adventures with Aaron, Bran and Rosella. Finding good friends can be a difficult thing at Aaron’s age. When he decides to break into Mrs. Timble’s house and steal something just so that he can be in Jesse’s gang, he gets much more than he bargained for. To avoid being caught he tries to hide and instead is transported to another Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

Springtime

                                      Springtime brings with it a newness of life. We shed our outer protective layer that clothed us in Winter and replace it with the bright, vibrant colors of Spring. I don’t know about you, but when the crocus’ peek out of the ground for the first time, it makes me smile. It’s a spontaneous, subconscious smile Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

HolyTabbs

HolyTabbs is a great resource to streamline your scripture study. The system cross references the gospel principles in Preach My Gospel with the standard works. It can also be a useful tool for discussions with family and friends, when looking up hymns and other gospel library topics. Whether you have a Quadruple Combination of the standard works or a Bible and Triple Combination, this is a great addition for every individual study experience. The installation Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago

LDStorymakers 2014 Contest

So what’s the LDStorymakers 2014 Contest? Here’s a brief summary, but you can find out more details on their website. The 2014 LDStormaker writers conference will be in Layton, UT, on April 25-26, with Bootcamp and the Publication Primer on April 24. This is the writing conference you can’t afford to miss. Keynote: Orson Scott Card Agents/Editor Melissa Frain, editor at Tor Eddie Schneider, VP of JABberwocky Literary Agency Daniel Lazar, senior agent at Writer’s Read more…

By Sharee Wanner, ago