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Also, to add to what I just said, I have met several people from the forums. All that I've met are good, wonderful people. I would like to meet more. I have my favorites, and appreciate those who have such strong unshakeable faith. I shake my head in dismay at some of the questions, and do all I can to answer to help uplift those in need of help. I admit, that some questions I leave for the more "learned" members of the forum to answer. I'm not good at debate and I tend to shy away from anything that might become contentious. But, if I see a real need, then I'll step in and give my perspective.

Have my beliefs changed? No. But, I have learned details and history that I wasn't completely aware of. My testimony has been strengthened, and I hope by sharing mine, I have helped others strengthen theirs.

kd_ldsfamily, no matter to whom your child is sealed, it will never take away the fact that you are the biological father. Is that not a wonderful blessing? From what I understand, sealing of children to parents, gives the child a birth-right of eternal parentage. What that exactly means, I don't exactly know. There is no guarantee that your ex-wife and her current husband will make it to the Celestial Kingdom anymore than you or me. I do know that life in the next life will be similar to this one. Just as our adult children will eventually marry, and be on their own with their own family, so too, will it be that way in the next life. Which parents your child/ren are sealed to won't take away your biological fatherhood. You are your child's biological father. And, I assume you will have the opportunity to associate with your child in the next life, similarly as you do here.

I've been watching old Mission Impossible episodes these past few months. Leonard Nimoy played Paris in several seasons. It has been so fun to watch Mission Impossible. My 20 year old son asked me "why don't they make shows like this anymore?" He thinks they're great. Nimoy had a lot of talent.

I would assume the Three Nephites and John had the Priesthood, and in that sense, it was still on the earth.

This has been on Facebook. When I first saw it on Facebook I saw blue and black. Now when I see it here I see white and gold.

An observation and not a condemnation of any one person. Why can't we be happy when we see a struggling member that has received their temple recommend rather than be judgmental? We don't need to be perfect in order to receive a temple recommend. There are some requirements, and some of those requirements are minimal. If the temple required perfection from us, none of us would be eligible. I look at our progression here on earth as climbing steps of a ladder. Some of us are on different levels. If you have acquired a further understanding of the Word of Wisdom, or some other doctrine, that particular understanding will put you that much further ahead. We shouldn't belittle those who have not gotten to that point yet. We should be rejoicing they are climbing the ladder with us. Be happy for those who, for whatever reason, may not have the same self-control that you have when it comes to following the Word of Wisdom, but are still eligible for a temple recommend. Be grateful for your own understanding and rather than be dismissive and judgmental, try being loving and rejoice that we are all trying to return to Father in Heaven.

I'm okay with anything as long as the price isn't exorbitant.

Little Lulu

Krazy Kat

Yankees.

Our last name starts with an S. I made sure the first two initials were not A and S. With the third letter being an S, that would not be so great.

Occasionally a speaker will start their talk with an object lesson. We had an interesting one two weeks ago. The speaker was likening the subject to Indiana Jones. He had his Indiana Jones hat, which he put on his head, and then he had the Indiana Jones shoulder bag/satchel which he slung over his shoulder. He mentioned that he wanted to bring his whip, but his wife wouldn't let him. For the life of me I can't remember the subject of the talk, but I remember the object lesson!

I don't have the answer. I don't know if anyone does. Every family dynamic is different. I do know you need time for yourself, and also time for the boys, and time for your wife. Sometimes we feel stretched to the limit. The other day my husband and I were having a discussion about his relationship with our children. He was feeling bad because he felt he hadn't interacted with his children as much as he should have. When the kids were younger, my husband would come home from work, and typically flop down on the couch and watch TV and basically zone out. He asked me "how can I fix this? The kids are grown and I don't know how to fix this". I told him, that he couldn't go back in time and fix the past. But, I did tell him, that the most important thing he gave his kids, is that they have no question that he loves them. And, he needs to continue to show his love for them. When children know they are loved, it can help mitigate a lot of parental failures.

Betty Boop

In our ward, there is a note on the podium that requests speakers to introduce themselves by name. So, almost always our speakers will begin by saying, Hi, my name is___. I've found this very helpful in learning new names and faces. With new people in the ward, at the beginning of their talk, they will often tell a little about themselves before they get into the topic.

Latter Days Guy, there are a lot of ways to serve. I even look at the opportunity to post here on LDS.net as a chance to serve the Lord. I can build others up, show love and concern, help a lost sheep with their questions, and strengthen the testimony of others. Sometimes, we may not even realize it when we are being a tool in the Lord's hands. "...Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." Matthew 25: 37-40

Haha. "Bacon Pancakes. Makin' Bacon Pancakes. Take some bacon and I'll put it in a pancake. Bacon Pancakes. That's what it's gonna make. Bacon Pancakes!…" This is going to be in my head the rest of the day. I might as well just have this video running in the background for the next 10 hours. lol Edit: My husband just requested I turn the video off!!!

I have the same experience as Spirit Dragon. If I have an early morning job, then I am able to go to bed early at night and get my needed 7 to 8 hours of sleep. If I have an evening shift, I of course sleep in late. But, I do need my sleep, so I have to set up bed time hours accordingly. If I want to get up early, I have to go to bed early. I am not an early riser by nature. I tend to be a night owl. For some reason, I drag during the morning hours up through the afternoon and have my most energy after 9 pm. In order for me to sleep, I often need to use a sleep mask. This seems to help my melatonin kick in.

I would have if I'd had time. My husband and I had to take our two-year old grandson to Courage Reins this morning. This is a horse riding program that helps children with speech delays.

I just clicked the "like this" button on Pale's post, and it literally took about one minute for it to post it.

I don't mind reading the occasional romance novel. But, I'm careful in which authors I read. Some are too explicit, and those are the ones I avoid.

I'm finding the lag time is getting worse. Even on the shorter threads I'm seeing a significant lag time.

Mirkwood, Happy birthday!

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