My Great-Grandma was an amazing gardner. She was the one that started her seeds in the house so she could wait until whether was good enough to plant them outside. I think her garden was an entire acre. People would come from all over just to buy her produce. I remember visiting her and she would always have a plant here or there (she even grew a banana tree in her living room) and I remember the amazing tomatoes, potatoes, and everything else that she grew in her garden.
Well, if having a green thumb is genetic, I don't think I got it. I have a single indoor houseplant that I think is still alive by its sheer will. My husband got the "love to grow things" gene, and over the years, I am just trying to catch up.
Monday morning we had a "Family Home Morning." By unusual circumstances, my husband was home during the day (and had to work until late). Planting the garden has been on my list for months. But, we decided this was the week. So, all 10 of us planted the garden...finally! I am so glad we did.
Gardening in San Diego is pretty easy. You could start seeds inside and transfer them when the weather is warmer, but there really is no need. We just stick our seeds in the ground, give them water and wait. We have had pretty amazing results.
February is an AWESOME month to plant around here. According to Mr. Ledgerwood, right now is the best time to plant Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Chives, Kale, Kohl Rabi, Lettuce, custard, Onions, Peas, Parsley, Parsnip, Radish, Potatoes, Rutabaga, Swiss chard, Spinach, Turnip, Collards, Morrow, Squashes.
I saved a spot in my garden for peppers and melons...those roll around in a few months!
I challenge you to plant something before the end of the month. Whether it be an inside container or an outside pot. Seeds are available at Home Depot, Lowes, or Amazon. Pick something edible and let it grow!
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
THANK YOU, MR. LEDGERWOOD!
Charles B. Ledgerwood moved to Carlsbad in 1933. He bought a little piece of land on Carlsbad Blvd. (then just a main road between san Diego and Los Angeles), close to the ocean, and built a home with a store front before the City of Carlsbad ever existed. For over 50 years, he sold seeds in his store. He also farmed and researched to cultivate the best seeds possible. Gardeners and farmers came from all over Southern California to buy his seeds. He was a wealth of garden knowledge and knew everything there was to know about seeds. He created the Southern California Planting Calendar, noting which garden seeds were best to plant in which months. Planting seeds at optimal times increases the chances of a successful harvest especially for novice gardeners. His story is remarkable.
I was lucky enough to receive a list, based on his planting calendar, giving the best seeds to plant every month. September is a bit of an off-month, listing only a few items, but the next few months have huge varieties!Thursday, February 15, 2018
FINANCIAL PLANNING--THE LORD'S WAY
Finances...this word is typically not a favorite. Yet this whole "money thing" is so important in our mortal lives. Without being financially prepared, we cannot be truly self-reliant.
While preparing for Law School, I got a job doing credit and collections for a small business. I was the one who made the phone calls no one wants to get, I sent the nasty letters, I repossessed property, and I took people to small claims court for judgments and wage garnishments. The percentage of the company's accounts that came to me was small, but there were enough to keep me busy full time. I sadly watched how a $12 a month flute payment racked up to hundreds of dollars in unpaid rent, late fees, and court fees. I quickly saw the difference between those who could not pay, and those who would not pay. I worked with families as they tried to pay off the debt before court action took place, and I was hard-nosed with those who were belligerent and angry with me because of their debt. As I was training, I was told that this job would change me and help me budget and plan financially for the rest of my life...that was so true. Watching the destruction of individuals and families over poor financial choices was heart-wrenching and devastating.
Like so much, control over our finances is a choice we make. Before we got married, my bishop gave us a little pamphlet that has directed our family's financial state for the better! Based on the 1975 General Conference talk by Elder Marvin J. Ashton of the Quorum of the Twelve, One for the Money is worth much more than its weight in gold!
I challenge you to read this small pamphlet. Read it first on your own, then read it with your spouse. If appropriate, read it in family home evening, or with individual children. Talk and discuss how these principles can be followed better. I love how Elder Ashton put it, "Whether we are anticipating marriage, or well into it, today is the time for all of us to review and repent if necessary to improve our money management skills and live within our means."
Take this next bit to specifically review and ponder Elder Ashton's first two points. (1) Pay an honest tithing. Keeping our commitment to the Lord will help us keep our commitments to our budget, and our spouse. (2) Learn to Manage Money before it manages you. I love this idea of forming new attitudes and relationships about money. One of these attitudes I am developing to view money as my servant, not my master.
Please ponder and pray about these points and discover how Heavenly Father can help you command your financial state.
While preparing for Law School, I got a job doing credit and collections for a small business. I was the one who made the phone calls no one wants to get, I sent the nasty letters, I repossessed property, and I took people to small claims court for judgments and wage garnishments. The percentage of the company's accounts that came to me was small, but there were enough to keep me busy full time. I sadly watched how a $12 a month flute payment racked up to hundreds of dollars in unpaid rent, late fees, and court fees. I quickly saw the difference between those who could not pay, and those who would not pay. I worked with families as they tried to pay off the debt before court action took place, and I was hard-nosed with those who were belligerent and angry with me because of their debt. As I was training, I was told that this job would change me and help me budget and plan financially for the rest of my life...that was so true. Watching the destruction of individuals and families over poor financial choices was heart-wrenching and devastating.
Like so much, control over our finances is a choice we make. Before we got married, my bishop gave us a little pamphlet that has directed our family's financial state for the better! Based on the 1975 General Conference talk by Elder Marvin J. Ashton of the Quorum of the Twelve, One for the Money is worth much more than its weight in gold!
I challenge you to read this small pamphlet. Read it first on your own, then read it with your spouse. If appropriate, read it in family home evening, or with individual children. Talk and discuss how these principles can be followed better. I love how Elder Ashton put it, "Whether we are anticipating marriage, or well into it, today is the time for all of us to review and repent if necessary to improve our money management skills and live within our means."
Take this next bit to specifically review and ponder Elder Ashton's first two points. (1) Pay an honest tithing. Keeping our commitment to the Lord will help us keep our commitments to our budget, and our spouse. (2) Learn to Manage Money before it manages you. I love this idea of forming new attitudes and relationships about money. One of these attitudes I am developing to view money as my servant, not my master.
Please ponder and pray about these points and discover how Heavenly Father can help you command your financial state.
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
BEARING EVERY TRIAL AND OVERCOMING EACH TEMPTATION
We just got back from a 2-week road trip. We visited Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. We had a great time visiting family and seeing the beauties of different parts of the country.
I can tell you though, 8 kids, 2 parents, and many hours of driving was not always easy, or exactly fun. We did learn some things though: the baby loves Winnie the Pooh, after eating citrus from our backyard Wal-Mart oranges taste terrible, Disney's Robin Hood has some great one-liners, Texas can get really cold in January, gas is super cheap outside of California, and we remember that it is so fun to visit and reconnect with family and friends.
Another really neat thing, is that everywhere we visited, there was a temple. The first one we visited was in San Antonio, TX. No matter how much complaining happened while we were trying to get there, once we got out everyone had a renewed spirit and was just happier! I love the awe of the 3-year old when she discovers Angel Moroni and the quiet reflection of the 11-year old as he ponders his sacred feelings. It was truly amazing to see how much we all quietly enjoyed being at the temple. The peace and love we felt was incredible.
While visiting Dallas, we were busily going from one family member to the next and we forgot about the temple. As we headed back to Jeff's brothers (later than expected) a little voice asked, "Were we going to the temple today?" We tried to explain that we ran out of time and that we just were not going to make it. All our reasons sounded hollow...we should not have forgotten.
A few days later we eagerly mapped the Oklahoma City temple, determined not to miss another one. As the GPS chimed "You have arrived, " Jeff turned into a church parking lot and said, "I think you mapped the wrong address, I don't see a temple." We stopped to change a diaper and let everyone out for a minute. We soon realized that we were at the right spot...the temple was being rebuilt and in its current state, it did not look like a temple at all! It was just a big construction site. The feeling was weird, we were there, but the temple we expected wasn't.
Fast forward a few days and we were in Denver, Colorado. The Denver temple was our temple for almost 7 years, so we knew just where it was. It was too cold to get out, but the feeling we had as we drove up to it was unmistakeable. That same feeling of love and peace reached out to us.
These amazing temples are here for us and for our families. Are we taking advantage of them? Are we taking the time to teach our children to love them, to see them, and to be there? Are we prepared even though we may be at the right place, but a temple is not available?
Love for temples starts early. My parents followed President Kimball's advice; “It seems to me it would be a fine thing if every set of parents would have in every bedroom in their house a picture of the temple so the [child] from the time he is an infant could look at the picture every day and it becomes a part of his life. When he reaches the age that he needs to make this very important decision, it will already have been made” (The Teachings of Spencer W. Kimball (1982), 301). I am trying to do the same, but just realized that my baby does not have a temple picture in his room!
I encourage you to make a temple goal to be there more often. Whether you are a temple worker, or one taking steps to obtain a recommend, decide today to be at the temple more--either pondering outside or serving inside. This spiritual preparedness is too important to miss.
I end with some prophetic promises.
"As we attend the temple,” counseled President Monson, “there can come to us a dimension of spirituality and a feeling of peace which will transcend any other feeling which could come into the human heart. We will grasp the true meaning of the words of the Savior when He said: ‘Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you. … Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid’ [John 14:27]. Thomas S. Monson, “Blessings of the Temple,” Liahona, May 2015, 91.
President Gordon B. Hinckley (1910–2008) promised: “If you will go to the house of the Lord, you will be blessed, life will be better for you. … Avail yourselves of the great opportunity to go to the Lord’s house and thereby partake of all the marvelous blessings that are yours to be received there” (“Excerpts from Recent Addresses of President Gordon B. Hinckley,” Ensign, July 1997, 73; emphasis added)
Elder Richard G. Scott promised: “Regular [temple] attendance will enrich your life with greater purpose” (“Receive the Temple Blessings,” Ensign,May 1999, 26; emphasis added).
President Thomas S. Monson also promised: “As we go to the holy house, as we remember the covenants we make therein, we will be able to bear every trial and overcome each temptation” (“Blessings of the Temple,” Liahona, Oct. 2010, 15; emphasis added).
I can tell you though, 8 kids, 2 parents, and many hours of driving was not always easy, or exactly fun. We did learn some things though: the baby loves Winnie the Pooh, after eating citrus from our backyard Wal-Mart oranges taste terrible, Disney's Robin Hood has some great one-liners, Texas can get really cold in January, gas is super cheap outside of California, and we remember that it is so fun to visit and reconnect with family and friends.
Another really neat thing, is that everywhere we visited, there was a temple. The first one we visited was in San Antonio, TX. No matter how much complaining happened while we were trying to get there, once we got out everyone had a renewed spirit and was just happier! I love the awe of the 3-year old when she discovers Angel Moroni and the quiet reflection of the 11-year old as he ponders his sacred feelings. It was truly amazing to see how much we all quietly enjoyed being at the temple. The peace and love we felt was incredible.
While visiting Dallas, we were busily going from one family member to the next and we forgot about the temple. As we headed back to Jeff's brothers (later than expected) a little voice asked, "Were we going to the temple today?" We tried to explain that we ran out of time and that we just were not going to make it. All our reasons sounded hollow...we should not have forgotten.
A few days later we eagerly mapped the Oklahoma City temple, determined not to miss another one. As the GPS chimed "You have arrived, " Jeff turned into a church parking lot and said, "I think you mapped the wrong address, I don't see a temple." We stopped to change a diaper and let everyone out for a minute. We soon realized that we were at the right spot...the temple was being rebuilt and in its current state, it did not look like a temple at all! It was just a big construction site. The feeling was weird, we were there, but the temple we expected wasn't.
Fast forward a few days and we were in Denver, Colorado. The Denver temple was our temple for almost 7 years, so we knew just where it was. It was too cold to get out, but the feeling we had as we drove up to it was unmistakeable. That same feeling of love and peace reached out to us.
These amazing temples are here for us and for our families. Are we taking advantage of them? Are we taking the time to teach our children to love them, to see them, and to be there? Are we prepared even though we may be at the right place, but a temple is not available?
Love for temples starts early. My parents followed President Kimball's advice; “It seems to me it would be a fine thing if every set of parents would have in every bedroom in their house a picture of the temple so the [child] from the time he is an infant could look at the picture every day and it becomes a part of his life. When he reaches the age that he needs to make this very important decision, it will already have been made” (The Teachings of Spencer W. Kimball (1982), 301). I am trying to do the same, but just realized that my baby does not have a temple picture in his room!
I encourage you to make a temple goal to be there more often. Whether you are a temple worker, or one taking steps to obtain a recommend, decide today to be at the temple more--either pondering outside or serving inside. This spiritual preparedness is too important to miss.
I end with some prophetic promises.
"As we attend the temple,” counseled President Monson, “there can come to us a dimension of spirituality and a feeling of peace which will transcend any other feeling which could come into the human heart. We will grasp the true meaning of the words of the Savior when He said: ‘Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you. … Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid’ [John 14:27]. Thomas S. Monson, “Blessings of the Temple,” Liahona, May 2015, 91.
President Gordon B. Hinckley (1910–2008) promised: “If you will go to the house of the Lord, you will be blessed, life will be better for you. … Avail yourselves of the great opportunity to go to the Lord’s house and thereby partake of all the marvelous blessings that are yours to be received there” (“Excerpts from Recent Addresses of President Gordon B. Hinckley,” Ensign, July 1997, 73; emphasis added)
Elder Richard G. Scott promised: “Regular [temple] attendance will enrich your life with greater purpose” (“Receive the Temple Blessings,” Ensign,May 1999, 26; emphasis added).
President Thomas S. Monson also promised: “As we go to the holy house, as we remember the covenants we make therein, we will be able to bear every trial and overcome each temptation” (“Blessings of the Temple,” Liahona, Oct. 2010, 15; emphasis added).
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
3 MONTH MEAL PLAN--MONTH 2
I'm one of those people that you hate to see in front of you in a grocery line. Yes, that person with the heaping huge cart that takes almost forever to get through the line. What most people don't realize is that being able to get their cart to this state is an organizational feat that takes years to perfect. It all depends on the store though. When I go to Costco, I have a list. I also know I am going to have to fit a huge amount of "stuff" in my cart. I start organizing my cart with the first item and every subsequent one has a specific spot to maximize the amount I can fit. Even the Costco checkers are amazed at how much I can fit. My Target trips, on the other hand have zero organization. As much as I try to stick with my list, extra things inevitably jump into my cart, until it is all a heaping mess as I head to the checkout. Personal experience tells me it is always best to have a list, and organize along the way.
Now that we have finished the first month (Find January's goal: Plan, here), here's the next step! 3-month preparedness, here we come!
February's goal: Organize
(1) Recipe Compilation. Get all your 3-month plan recipes in one spot and make a soft and hard copy. Put these both somewhere where you can find it again.
(2) Ingredients list. List everything you need to make your meals, along with quantities.
(3) Multiply your ingredient quantities by 12--yes you will be buying enough to make each meal 12 times.
(4) Make a master shopping list. This is based on your multiplied ingredients lists and will include everything you need to make all your meals and snacks. Some find it helpful to put the items in categories: Spices, canned meat, canned vegetables, canned fruit, etc. Don't forget the small things, EVERYTHING should be on your list. Print (or copy) this list and put the original somewhere where you can find it again, and place the copy in your purse.
(5) Clear a spot where these items will be stored when you buy them.
(6) Report. Send me an email (raelynstoddard(at)hotmail(dot)com), text me 7six0-two24-721seven, or leave a comment on my blog post to let me know you have done this. I want to hear!
Now that we have finished the first month (Find January's goal: Plan, here), here's the next step! 3-month preparedness, here we come!
February's goal: Organize
(1) Recipe Compilation. Get all your 3-month plan recipes in one spot and make a soft and hard copy. Put these both somewhere where you can find it again.
(2) Ingredients list. List everything you need to make your meals, along with quantities.
(3) Multiply your ingredient quantities by 12--yes you will be buying enough to make each meal 12 times.
(4) Make a master shopping list. This is based on your multiplied ingredients lists and will include everything you need to make all your meals and snacks. Some find it helpful to put the items in categories: Spices, canned meat, canned vegetables, canned fruit, etc. Don't forget the small things, EVERYTHING should be on your list. Print (or copy) this list and put the original somewhere where you can find it again, and place the copy in your purse.
(5) Clear a spot where these items will be stored when you buy them.
(6) Report. Send me an email (raelynstoddard(at)hotmail(dot)com), text me 7six0-two24-721seven, or leave a comment on my blog post to let me know you have done this. I want to hear!
Thursday, January 25, 2018
THE FIRST THREE MINUTES
I vividly remember my first earthquake. Shortly after we moved to Escondido in 2011, I was sitting at my computer getting stuff done. At about 11:00 p.m. I heard a noise and the ground shook just a little. It was as though a semi truck drove behind the house. I remember thinking, "Wow, that was a big truck...except there is no road in my backyard..." I googled 'earthquake San Diego' and my suspicions were confirmed. Since then, I have felt a few more minor earthquakes, each one just a little different.
Identifying our most likely natural disasters is an important part of being prepared. Fire is our #1 threat, with Earthquake probably being #2. Are you ready?
San Diego County has a website, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, which gives great guidelines for emergency preparedness.
What do you do if you have 3 minutes to get out of your house, day or night? Neighbors helping Neighbors says it better than I, "We recommend you assemble a 'First Three Minutes' kit for each member of your household and attach it to their bed. This kit is simple: it’s made up of a plastic drawstring bag containing sturdy shoes, a flashlight, leather gloves, a whistle, and lightweight clothes. All of these items are easy to get, and you probably have many of them already in your home. Get prepared for the first three minutes!"
I thought this was a great idea...it gives every member of your family what they need to safely get out of (and possibly away from) the house. I plan to use my kids' shoes they have just about worn out and old clothes We don't care about (as I hope this kit never gets used). Amazon has pretty cheap flashlights--don't forget the batteries--that would work in an emergency. Grab a pack of inexpensive gloves from Lowe's (they come in packs of 3 for about $5). Whistles can be bought on Amazon or in the party favor section of Target or Party City. Throw it all in a white plastic drawstring garbage bag and tie it to the bed frame. If you have kids, the clothes will need to be rotated about once a year or so. Plan to do it at the end of the summer after back-to-school shopping. This is so do-able.
I challenge you to put together 'First Three Minutes' Kit' for your family...and don't forget to tie them to the bed frame--it would take more than 3 minutes to find it if it is swimming under the bed!
Identifying our most likely natural disasters is an important part of being prepared. Fire is our #1 threat, with Earthquake probably being #2. Are you ready?
San Diego County has a website, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, which gives great guidelines for emergency preparedness.
What do you do if you have 3 minutes to get out of your house, day or night? Neighbors helping Neighbors says it better than I, "We recommend you assemble a 'First Three Minutes' kit for each member of your household and attach it to their bed. This kit is simple: it’s made up of a plastic drawstring bag containing sturdy shoes, a flashlight, leather gloves, a whistle, and lightweight clothes. All of these items are easy to get, and you probably have many of them already in your home. Get prepared for the first three minutes!"
I thought this was a great idea...it gives every member of your family what they need to safely get out of (and possibly away from) the house. I plan to use my kids' shoes they have just about worn out and old clothes We don't care about (as I hope this kit never gets used). Amazon has pretty cheap flashlights--don't forget the batteries--that would work in an emergency. Grab a pack of inexpensive gloves from Lowe's (they come in packs of 3 for about $5). Whistles can be bought on Amazon or in the party favor section of Target or Party City. Throw it all in a white plastic drawstring garbage bag and tie it to the bed frame. If you have kids, the clothes will need to be rotated about once a year or so. Plan to do it at the end of the summer after back-to-school shopping. This is so do-able.
I challenge you to put together 'First Three Minutes' Kit' for your family...and don't forget to tie them to the bed frame--it would take more than 3 minutes to find it if it is swimming under the bed!
Thursday, January 18, 2018
THE MOST IMPORTANT DISASTER PREPARATION
After a natural disaster, destruction and devastation can be seen. The blackened landscape, melted fences, or a lone chimney without a home from our recent fire reminds us of the destructive power of the elements. Debris after a hurricane or earthquake likewise is a physical reminder of a recent disaster.
There is one disaster we can guard against, working each day to insure it never occurs. The disaster I am speaking of is a spiritual disaster.
Being spiritually prepared is just as important, if not more important, than being physically prepared. After a disaster occurs, we often want to run out and buy things we need to be prepared. But to prepare spiritually against life's winds and ravages, it takes time and effort.
Picture a sign on our church building that reads:
“Spiritual Fuel Available—No Rationing—No Stamps—No Quotas—Come and Prepare.” We may automatically think of the New Testament parable of the Ten Virgins. 10 were invited to the wedding ceremony; 5 were prepared with extra oil for their lamps, 5 were not. Referring to those who were not ready, Marvin J. Ashton (a former member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles) said, "Today thousands of us are in a similar position. Through lack of patience and confidence, preparation has ceased. Others have lulled themselves to sleep to a complacency with the rationalization that midnight will never come. The responsibility for having oil in our personal lamps is an individual requirement and opportunity. The oil of spiritual preparedness cannot be shared. The wise were not unkind or selfish when they refused oil to the foolish in the moment of truth. The kind of oil needed by all of us to light up the darkness and illuminate the way is not shareable. The oil could have been purchased at the market in the parable, but in our lives it is accumulated by righteous living, a drop at a time" (Conference Address April 1974).
President Eyring tells us how to spiritually prepare ourselves to meet "The great test of life [which] is to see whether we will hearken to and obey God’s commands in the midst of the storms of life." He continues, "What we will need in our day of testing is a spiritual preparation. It is to have developed faith in Jesus Christ so powerful that we can pass the test of life upon which everything for us in eternity depends." President Eyring also gives us four specific ways to develop this necessary faith: "One is the command to feast upon the word of God. A second is to pray always. A third is the commandment to be a full-tithe payer. And the fourth is to escape from sin and its terrible effects. Each takes faith to start and then to persevere. And all can strengthen your capacity to know and obey the Lord’s commands" (Conference Address October 2005)
I encourage you to follow these four steps and practice them over and over to fill our oil lamps. This faith and preparation is essential to our salvation and avoiding spiritual disasters in our lives.
Sister Beck, former Relief Society General President shares that this personal spiritual preparedness helps lead to the ability to receive personal revelation, shared so eloquently in this Mormon Message.
Make your own Spiritual Preparedness a priority, to see you through winds that may come and to avoid a personal spiritual disaster. It is worth it.
There is one disaster we can guard against, working each day to insure it never occurs. The disaster I am speaking of is a spiritual disaster.
Being spiritually prepared is just as important, if not more important, than being physically prepared. After a disaster occurs, we often want to run out and buy things we need to be prepared. But to prepare spiritually against life's winds and ravages, it takes time and effort.
Picture a sign on our church building that reads:
“Spiritual Fuel Available—No Rationing—No Stamps—No Quotas—Come and Prepare.” We may automatically think of the New Testament parable of the Ten Virgins. 10 were invited to the wedding ceremony; 5 were prepared with extra oil for their lamps, 5 were not. Referring to those who were not ready, Marvin J. Ashton (a former member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles) said, "Today thousands of us are in a similar position. Through lack of patience and confidence, preparation has ceased. Others have lulled themselves to sleep to a complacency with the rationalization that midnight will never come. The responsibility for having oil in our personal lamps is an individual requirement and opportunity. The oil of spiritual preparedness cannot be shared. The wise were not unkind or selfish when they refused oil to the foolish in the moment of truth. The kind of oil needed by all of us to light up the darkness and illuminate the way is not shareable. The oil could have been purchased at the market in the parable, but in our lives it is accumulated by righteous living, a drop at a time" (Conference Address April 1974).
President Eyring tells us how to spiritually prepare ourselves to meet "The great test of life [which] is to see whether we will hearken to and obey God’s commands in the midst of the storms of life." He continues, "What we will need in our day of testing is a spiritual preparation. It is to have developed faith in Jesus Christ so powerful that we can pass the test of life upon which everything for us in eternity depends." President Eyring also gives us four specific ways to develop this necessary faith: "One is the command to feast upon the word of God. A second is to pray always. A third is the commandment to be a full-tithe payer. And the fourth is to escape from sin and its terrible effects. Each takes faith to start and then to persevere. And all can strengthen your capacity to know and obey the Lord’s commands" (Conference Address October 2005)
I encourage you to follow these four steps and practice them over and over to fill our oil lamps. This faith and preparation is essential to our salvation and avoiding spiritual disasters in our lives.
Sister Beck, former Relief Society General President shares that this personal spiritual preparedness helps lead to the ability to receive personal revelation, shared so eloquently in this Mormon Message.
Make your own Spiritual Preparedness a priority, to see you through winds that may come and to avoid a personal spiritual disaster. It is worth it.
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