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ABC123 What is up with all the acronyms? Please use actual words for old people! Not saying I'm old, but there is pam....

My husband and I want to go on one so badly! They aren't that bad from a cost perspective.....but, that's not factoring in the flight over there and back.

Bulgaria, Sofia 1993-94. I learned Bulgarian. I've lost so much of the language. My dad is from there and he is talking about going back next year which means I'll go too. I'll have to do some online lessons to bring back my vocabulary. I only served in 2 areas for my whole mission. We had about 7 areas that were opened (the mission was opened in late 1991--I was in the second group of sister missionaries called to the mission). I served 11 months in one area--wow, it was hard to leave it, felt like home. One fun memory from my mission: my companion and I were teaching 2 women. As we were telling them about our life, I stated I was from Indianapolis which is near Chicago (Bulgarians only knew New York and Chicago as far as US geography). One lady said that her best friend's family moved to Indy several years before so he could serve as the priest in the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. Since the only Bulgarian Orthodox church in Indy is just a few blocks from my home, I found out he is the same Father Boris who baptized me as a baby (my father is not LDS, but my mom was, so I was baptized as a baby per the Orthodox religion). Such a small world to know this man in Indy who knows this lady I just met in Sofia.

My now husband knew I didn't want him to buy the ring. My brother is a jeweler and I wanted him to design and make it. So, honey proposed with a ring pop. We still have it--placed in an air tight container in the freezer. My husband didn't care what kind of ring I got--he wasn't wearing it. He doesn't like diamonds but I do. So, we compromised. The larger stone in the middle is a sapphire and the diamonds are smaller and on the sides. I absolutely love my ring. It's custom designed with my input (I know what style I wanted). Seriously, I think the decision to propose with a ring or without is based on the individuals involved.

This is faith--hope for things not seen. I've always felt that tithing was not about money, but about faith. I've said that I have no idea what my blessings are from paying tithing, but I'm not willing to find out by ceasing to pay. This thread has been really good for me to re-evaluate my own testimony and faith of tithing as well as the parts of the Gospel and Church that are difficult for me. Something that I think we all need to remember is that living the Gospel principles is a learning process. My payment of tithing has changed over the years--pay on gross, pay on net, pay on some other equation, go back to paying on gross, etc. As I've studied, prayed and tested His word, I've made mistakes, found success, and refined my behavior. I think your introspection is exactly what you should be doing. You've gotten some good advice here. I hope you find the acceptance and peace you seek.

No, this isn't about which hand to use when partaking of the sacrament. Other than official church discipline, why would one choose to not take the sacrament? I know the story of Pres. Kimball who didn't take it because his mind wandered during the hymn, but I never felt that the Lord held us to such exactness. The more I think about it, I honestly don't know why we should not partake unless our bishop/stake president told us we can't. Our promise in the sacrament is to 1) willing to take His name on us; 2) always remember Him; and 3) keep His commandments. I know that there are nuances in these promises, but the Lord knows we are mortal and will make mistakes; thus, the Atonement. But, how does NOT taking the sacrament help us (again, I'm not talking about formal actions)?

Google is so much better than Mapquest. My husband, a sworn Google lover, likes how Google even tells you which lane to get into. I will say, though, that Google is a little confused by the grid system in Utah. Not awfully confused, but sometimes it says things that don't make sense. But, if you look at it's maps, it's on point.

Yeah, I would choose the new Provo City Center one. The Payson temple was beautiful, but that's pretty far south (well, south of Provo--still not a bad drive).

I gained a testimony of the LDS when I was 9 years old. My dad was against my being baptized, so I lived what I knew to be true until I turned 18 and was baptized at that time. You are becoming an adult and an adult thing is to have tough conversations and do hard things. I agree to talk to your parents now, listen and consider what they have to say, and then if you decide to be baptized when you are legally able to, to let them know your decision and deal with them with patience and love. Good luck.

Saw the new Bourne movie. Very good. I'm sad about one thing in the movie (I won't give spoilers), but other than that, it's a great action movie.

Yes, like a head shot from a Glock....

Hahaha! But, instead of a bat, you'll use your Glock, right?

I've never understood this. So what if this man doesn't allow caffeine in his home? So what if someone chooses to not see a PG13 or R movie? Why do their private choices mean they are being self righteous or even that their private choices make them wrong/unworthy/etc.? I really don't get it. I choose to not eat anything that I know has added alcohol in it. Does that mean I never consume things with alcohol? No, there are times when it is either unavoidable or I don't know they've added it. But, how does my choice make other people think I'm being self righteous or even unworthy? I'm not telling you to not choose beer battered shrimp....I'm just not ordering it. What you choose to do is your business and between you and the Lord. I may think you are wrong, but it's not my place to tell you that or judge you for that.

Wow, I read that as changling. And thought how awful to call someone that.

The Indiana State Fair began today. Here's something that may be right up mirk's alley.....

I'm still hippy but I blame that on Nutella.

My husband loves camping. He grew up in Alaska and the whole family (aunts, uncles, cousins, grands, etc.) camped all the time. I grew up in urban area in the Midwest. No way, no how, and under no circumstances will I ever camp in the summer in Indiana. When it's 90 degrees and 60-70% humidity during the day, it lowers to 80 degrees with 60-70% humidity at night. Can't breathe, can't sleep, and bugs galore. Not my idea of tolerable. I've camped a couple of times when I lived in Utah. Totally do-able. I agreed to camp if we are in the West or during Spring/Fall in Indiana. Otherwise, our "camping" will be in our front room on an air mattress.

I believe the ones on lds.org all have 2 pockets. Do you not like any of those? Also, if you sew, you can make your own temple dress (or have someone else make it). My best friend finds that patterns for nightgowns are the best at meeting the temple requirements.

BTW, I took the OP as highly sarcastic. I think Carb's true feelings are the opposite of what he posted initially.

BTW, I took the OP as highly sarcastic. I think Carb's true feelings are the opposite of what he posted initially.

Maureen, we have been asked to not bring such things into the Celestial room. We have been instructed to not even bring our own patriarchal blessings into the room. For that reason, I agree with the others that you CAN bring it, but would be asked to put it away once the worker saw you with it.

How do I know why someone is in my home uninvited? If I'm at home and there is a stranger who broke into my house, I'm not going to interview him to find out if he is merely there to steal something or rape me or look at my home decor. No, you break into my house, I'm going to assume the worst. I don't relish the thought of hurting anyone, let alone killing someone. But, again, if I feel that my life is in danger (and not knowing someone's motive means danger to me), then I would feel justified in shooting and even killing someone. I may need therapy afterward, but I'll do what I can to save my life or the life of loved ones.

Yes! I laughed so hard at that! And it clued me in on the little joke about the character name for Dwayne Johnson. LOL!

Just saw Central Intelligence with Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart. OH MY WORD! That was laugh out loud funny! Surprising not as much language as I would anticipate. There is some and there is brief nudity (man's backside). But, this movie made the whole audience laugh out loud--like belly laugh. I love the little references in it (poking fun of The Rock, mainly) and loved that it wasn't full of sexual stuff. Seriously funny movie. Hoping there will be a sequel.

Anatess! Where is your review of X-men? We saw it tonight. My honey liked it, I thought it was meh. I don't get the whole "different universe" or "reboot" thing. I have a hard time forgetting the first movies as I watch things happen that couldn't considering the first movies. Plus, this movie continues the Hollywood hatred of religion.