Bon Bon is now officially a college student! We miss having her around, hearing her play the piano, eating her fabulous meals but growing up is a part of life. She’s having a great time, has adjusted well with a bit of homesickness but not nearly as bad as we thought she would have so […]
Archives for 2013
The Traditional Family Still Remains
“In the beginning“. . .these famous words commence the account of the creation. God did not rest until His crowning creation, the family unit of Adam and Eve, was organized. From the very beginning it was ordained that the children of God would come into this world as part of a family unit with a […]
Tell Me a Story
Stories are powerful. It’s why they are a part of every culture. There are legends and myths, fairy tales and fables, and then there are the most powerful stories of all – the stories that bind us together, create in us a sense of place and duty, make us more resilient in times of difficulty. […]
The Power of Extended Families by April & Arianne
Today’s guest writers are sisters, April and Arianne, whose lives and goodness have touched my own. They each are in the throes of motherhood, raising families who can stay strong in whatever trials they may face in this mortal life. Today they share with us how extended family has helped them weather some of those […]
Places, Everyone! by Aleisha
It was a quiet afternoon. Cam was in his crib, taking a much-needed nap. Lilly was contentedly playing in her room with her Fisher Price dollhouse. Though it was chilly outside, golden sunlight was streaming through my windows. It felt warm and cozy in my (momentarily) peaceful house. I went into Lilly’s room to check […]
Happiness in Family Life by Chris Staggs
Who doesn’t like words and actions that evoke joy, happiness, peace, tranquility, confidence, and love? I may not be flowery in my language, but I certainly appreciate words and conversations that bring about those feelings. As partner to my wife raising four boys, ages three to 13, we like to hear our boys complement and […]
Family Proclamation Photo Essay Blog Hop
Time for a little fun today! Pair some family photos with phrases from The Family: A Proclamation to the World and link-up your post. Be sure to visit others who have linked up and leave them comments. Meeting new bloggers is what makes the blog-hops so much fun! The family is central to the Creator’s […]
The Good Stuff! by April McMurtrey
There are not many television commercials which have left me a better person for having watched them! But there was one, a cotton commercial aired many years ago, which did just that. The scene was in a somewhat messy master bedroom. A mother and father were getting ready for what looked like a special night […]
Books for Children That Exemplify Happy Family Relationships by Jill Wright
All you bibliophiles do a little happy dance! Today’s guest post is full of great book recommendations! Jill, the author, also has a wonderful blog with terrific ideas for teaching and studying the scriptures. Visit her at LDS Scripture Literacy. Early on in our family we had the opportunity to think about what we wanted […]
I know who I am. I know God’s plan. By Michelle Wilson
“Each is a beloved spirit son or daughter of heavenly parents, and, as such, each has a divine nature and destiny.” There is a reason this statement is second only to the fact that we are created by God in His image. Once we know who He is, then we can begin to truly understand […]
Armies of angels and marshmallow hearts: The signs of an eternal family by Kayla Lemmon
I can never read straight through The Family: A Proclamation to the World without stopping at a certain paragraph. It’s impossible, actually. My eyes will read and re-read a few lines at the top until I look up from the page, imagining certain faces that come to life when those words are read. These lines […]
The Family Proclamation | free printable by Lolly Jane
Hi new friends! Identical twin sisters Kelli and Krisi here from Lolly Jane and we are thrilled to be visiting Chocolate on my Cranium as part of the wonderful celebration of The Family Proclamation. Having served in YW program for many years (both of us) we are able to bear witness to each of our […]
The Importance of Family by Jimmy Lewis
One of the main topics of conversation lately has been that of the family. So many questions and arguments about the definition of the family have been raised and debated. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a firm position on the structure and importance of the family. In 1995, the leaders of […]
Every Child Deserves a Mother and a Father by Amelia Summerhays
Our guest writer today is “just” a teenager. But, wow, the impact she has had in raising her voice to defend family! Read on as Amelia shares her story. Last spring I was invited to speak at the Utah State Capitol about a child’s perspective on marriage. The event was a concert hosted by Alan […]
Instagram Great Gram Day!!
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! To start off our Family Proclamation Celebration we are encouraging you to share your ancestors’ photos on any social media outlet you can: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Blogs. I personally don’t have an instagram account so please don’t feel you need one just because we called today Instagram Great-Gram […]
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