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The Weight of Obedience: When Priesthood Counsel Caused Harm
In the Mormon church, obedience is taught from an early age. Trusting priesthood leaders, even when it’s hard, is seen as an act of faith. But for me, obedience in Mormonism often meant setting aside my own intuition and handing over decisions that should have been mine. This part of my story is deeply personal. […]
TRAVEL
Ever since I was a kid, I have dreamed of visiting New England during the fall. The only frame of reference I had for New England as a child were the many movies filmed there – especially Halloween movies. I pictured big beautiful homes on streets lined with maple trees turning an array of bright, bold colors […]
As you can imagine, registering for classes at Monsters University and Freshman Orientation was quite the whirlwind. The next day, classes began! I learned so many amazing things in just a few hours at Pixar, that I feel like most people don’t learn in a lifetime. The process of creating a Pixar film is very […]
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RECIPES
The last couple of weeks have cooled off a bit and it’s been heavenly! I’ve been reminded of fall and the excitement it brings. The heat is coming back this week, but hopefully it doesn’t stick around for long. I think the perfect way to transition from summer to fall is with some fantastic Instant […]
Every Thanksgiving we try to introduce at least one new recipe to the table. This year we went with a delicious looking dessert that ended up being the family favorite. Apple Blondie Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce is a delightfully decadent dessert that was a huge hit for both adults and kids. Some of the […]
I don’t know if I’ve ever shared this but I’m not the best fruit eater. I wouldn’t say there are any fruits I straight up don’t like, but it’s all about how they’re prepared. I’m not one to just pick up any raw fruit and eat it. I think it’s because fruit isn’t so great […]
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