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What exactly does this look like? Most working mothers end up relying heavily on others to help them with kids when their work must take priority . . . because that's how jobs work. In reality of day to day, the job comes first. So, I am curious what people mean by working and being mom, but mom takes priority. Is it like "quality time over quantity time"?

I hope you're right, and it's what my husband and I always did so I could stay home. We financially struggled at times, but we were overall very, very blessed - many times so directly that we could not deny the Lord's hand in it. I guess I'm just giving working women the benefit of the doubt, but I hope they really do prioritize the kids and stay home if they are able. We are in our early 40s. If it was hard for us, I just can't help but wonder how much harder it is for younger people, because of inflation, the cost of education, home prices, etc. I'm not talking about luxuries. For me personally, the very large recent jumps in household expenses have been needs. Insurance, property taxes, food, gas, and shelter....even water bills tripled in my neighborhood. I'm grateful that we are more established. How are people handling it who are just starting out in life? I think many of them get help from their parents.

I don't know what to make of it. It feels like we are abandoning truth. Reading comments on the post from working moms who live hectic, chaotic lives as if it's the better way just doesn't ring true to me. How can working full-time be consistent with putting your role as a mother first? Surely, other women/people are supplementing work in the home while you are prioritizing outside work. Surely, you are with co-workers for more hours in the day than you are with your children. It's a tough economy, and women probably have to work now. We can be realists about that and adjust and support each other as a religious community. But I doubt it's a good idea to change the narrative without explaining. It's not good for me to be gaslighted, like I'm the one who misinterpreted very clear messages from past leaders and church publications (not to mention my own experience and social science research).

How do you feel about calling a bishop "Bishop", even after he's been released? I remember being taught that it's a sign of respect, so I always do. Do you? Is it all the time, only at church, only in certain situations? What if the current bishop is in the same room? They are both "Bishop?" I'm wondering if it's become old-school or if people still do it. What are your opinions and why?

Did they have multiple callings? If so, then the Bishopric is in the wrong for not following the handbook and putting an unnecessary burden on the member to struggle with that situation. People are exercising faith when they accept callings, and a Bishop should consider their responsibility in extending callings. It would not be hard for OP's bishop to open his app and see the list of callings under OP's name. The burden should not be on a faithful young man, who wants to serve and sustain his leaders, to decide how to move forward. The bishop should read the handbook, pray to know the Lord's will regarding which calling is right for OP, and extend one calling. That's his job. OP's role is to faithfully accept.

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Is temple ordinance worker considered a calling? I've never done that, so I didn't know. You guys are impressive, lots of you with multiple callings.

What about a second calling? Anyone say no to that? The handbook says that generally everyone has only one calling at a time. My ward has been giving some people multiple callings, and I wish they wouldn't burden certain people who are busy doing so much for the ward already. I wouldn't say no to a calling, but I would insist on being released from my old one! Although, it would depend on the season of life that I'm in. My dad has juggled 2-3 callings at a time, but he was retired and enjoyed having things to do. Anyway, years ago, I was asked to help take the burden off the organist by playing once a month. My husband was in the bishopric, and I'd just given birth to my 6th child. So I said no (I felt ok because it wasn't a calling...I already had a calling and ward organist was this other person's calling). My husband told them I said no, and he said they were really surprised I would say no. I wasn't there but always imagined them being disappointed in me. But I really felt like it was asking too much at the time! I was primary pianist already and 3 hours without being able to nurse a newborn was not going to work. I was overwhelmed and doing the best I could. So, I see other people who look like they're taking on too much, and I get mad at the bishopric for not following the handbook.

Thanks for sharing - sounds really interesting! I didn't know that there were journals and would love to get a glimpse into a prophet's thoughts. I bet it is especially interesting given the time frame he was prophet. Thanks for mentioning the book!

I always understood the 2nd Article of Faith to be referring to Judgment Day and not at all what happens to us in this life. In the specific example of Adam's transgression, you could say that we ARE all "punished." Men are that they may have joy, but we are certainly here as a result of Adam and Eve's choice. As I understand it, the doctrine seems to say that it's only an earthly consequence and that we are all agents unto ourselves to choose eternal life or death amidst whatever circumstance we are in. That includes a fallen state, as well as poverty, disease, war, bondage, curses, etc. that may be a reality because of our parents' choices. The belief, then, that we will be punished for our own sins means we do not have to repent for others' sins, even if they greatly affect our lives. We repent of our sins only. We are not held accountable for the Fall and do not need to repent for being fallen.

I've never heard of it. What are some reasons you would you recommend it?

I can't remember for sure, but probably a little over 2 years. Maybe I should experiment and keep one longer to see how far it'll go. But I do use them in my cooking and try to go through the jars before they get too close to expiration. I've got a bunch in my closet and under my bed that do great - they smell/taste fresh when opened!

I can meat with a pressure cooker. Someone taught me years ago that it is shelf stable for 3 years, so I rotate it using that guideline, and it works well.

Kiddos Forever home Let's get a bite You/I got this Right on What can I do you for? Any kind of "hack" "You know that . . ." - I think it's rude and condescending to say this

And most people agree with you. The movie didn't feel right to me. I have impressionable kids at home, and there are so many other options of movies to watch that I feel better avoiding Luca. I disagree that it wasn't meant to be interpreted that way, as I already mentioned. Just my opinion. These days? Yes, there is a lot that we don't watch. But, if we are talking about all of the great Disney movies from over the years, then I don't agree with it being anywhere near 90% at all. They have shied away from LGBT for a long time, because they know their audience. And the audience is changing, of course, with younger generations raising kids. That's why they have been throwing in "nods," as you say. I'm fine with many of the nods. To me, Luca was different. And it was so plain to me that I don't understand why others don't agree with me, but I respect their opinions. I also didn't like the movie in general so, again, it's easy to avoid. You were the one who brought it up haha so I feel a bit baited. Did I miss some sarcasm in your question?