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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
This year, I decided that I wanted to give my kids a new travel experience. Most of our travel excursions with the kids involves spending the week sitting on the beach (which is always fun). But this year I wanted them to be able to experience a week of enjoying the hustle and bustle […]
The last few months have been a little rough with two back-to-back surgeries. Recovery has meant putting a hold on travel, which can be cause for withdrawals. Lucky for me, I have a love for Carmel by the Sea, and I can get there in a 3 hour drive. Between surgeries I took my family […]
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RECIPES
“This is sponsored by Acorn, all opinions are my own” We had some beautiful weather this week so we decided to have our first outdoor BBQ of the season! I love barbecue season because eating outside is just plain fun, the food is always so good, and the company is always great! Dollar General just […]
As a member of the Mom It Forward Blogger Network, I am being compensated by MIRACLE WHIP for my participation in this campaign. All opinions expressed are my own. Growing up, I recall that every birthday my dad would ask for his favorite cake – a chocolate mayonnaise cake. The thought of it kind of grossed me […]
Brownie AND Cake By now, most of you know that I love a good dessert! I was floating around on Pinterest one day and came across a tasty looking cupcake that I just had to try, and make my own twist to it. This recipe is basically a brownie like cake for the bottom layer […]
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