Young Men: “Examples of Righteousness”

In his talk “Examples of Righteousness” President Thomas S Monson is speaking to the priesthood holders of the church. He opens his talk by speaking of the troubled times in which we live. He says that those who have the priesthood can make a difference, It is important to remain worthy so that the Lord can helps. President Monson says that it is important to be examples to those around us. He points out that we need to stay focused and not to give in to temptation. He challenges the brethren to remain clean. He also invites them to repent … Continue reading

Young Men: “Faith and the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood”

In his talk “Faith and the Oath and the Covenant of the Priesthood” President Henry B Eyring is speaking to the priesthood members of the church. Resident Eyring opens his talk by speaking about the importance of the priesthood and the covenants that come with holding the Priesthood. He points out that main blessing from the priesthood is eternal life, and the chance to be with our family for eternity. President Eyring warns against choosing not to accept the priesthood or from choosing not to live worthily of it, once you have received the priesthood. He points out the receiving … Continue reading

Young Men: “A Matter of a Few Degrees”

In his talk “A Matter of a Few Degrees” President Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks f the importance of living after the manner of happiness. He begins his talk by sharing the experience of being called to serve in the First Presidency. He then goes on to begin his talk by sharing a story of a flight where someone changed the flight coordinates by two degrees. The flight plan took them 28 miles off course, and they ended up flying into the side of a volcano. He goes on to explain “that the difference between happiness and misery in individuals, in … Continue reading

The Distraction Factor

It’s hot out today. Not just a little bit hot. It’s 90 plus degrees with very oppressive humidity. This is certainly not unheard of for a summer day in Vermont, but it sure makes me take notice of the fact that my house is not air conditioned. In summers past, I would look forward to going to work on days like these because it meant that I could take refuge in an air conditioned office. Now that I work from home, I try to keep cool as best I can with the help of a few big fans. My efforts … Continue reading

When In Doubt…Read the Newspaper

I know newspapers are going out of style–especially with the younger set. But, I still take the paper. I love opening my front door in the quiet, chilly, still-dark hours of the morning and pulling the paper off my front stoop. I bring it in while the coffee is drip, drip, dripping on the kitchen counter and wrap the rubber band I’ve just removed onto our dingy family rubber band ball and know that whatever else happens during the day, I’ll have a few snippets of “news” to use for starting conversations. Talking to teenagers is tough. Don’t let anyone–Mr. … Continue reading

In Case You Forgot How—Classic Green Bean Casserole

With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about your menu. Very few tables across the country are complete without the familiar taste of green bean casserole. Sure, you can “class” it up by using fresh green beans and making your own sauce for the top. You can make fancy mushrooms and fry your own onions, too. But for this blog, I wanted to simply give you the tried-and-true classic version we all know and love. If you’re not from the United States, or if you haven’t made this classic dish before, it is essentially canned or frozen green … Continue reading