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Cousins and Lake Gaston/Blessings

Michael loves Aunt LaLa.

We love spending time with cousins.

Our Cousin Cody came for a visit.  It was so fun to be with him.

Our Cousin Tyler!!

Elizabeth snuggled up at Lake Gaston

Tubing is our favorite activity.


My husband encouraged me to read over my Patriarchal Blessing (Patriarchal blessings include a declaration of a person's lineage in the house of Israel and contain personal counsel from the Lord. For more information click here.)  I have had some worries on my mind, worries about my children, if I am a good enough mom, the temptations of life, my future, my role in this world and in my church, those I Visit Teach, and many more.  As I read I was given peace.  I was reminded of the talents I have received from the Lord.  I kept reading the words, "you will be able to  . . ." this gives me power over the doubts put in my mind from Satan.  This reminds me that a Loving Heavenly Father knows my weaknesses and gave me power to overcome them.  I was reminded of who my children will be and reminded that they are first and formost Children of God and He is aware of them and loves them and will do everything in His power to help them.  If I work with Him we will be successful.  I know that the Lord loves me and is taking care of me and I do not need to worry or be anxious.  How grateful I am for the Gospel of Jesus Christ in my life.
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