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Summer Break #4/Jerusalem

Samantha at a Swim Meet
 We went to the kids swim meet (Elizabeth was still at camp.)  Samantha got to help sing the national anthem.  She was so excited.

Michael with Grandmommy
 Michael loves to be a the Lake, he especially loves to sit on his Grandmommy's lap and eat the treats that she brings out.

We were happy to spend time with Tyler before he leaves for college
John Derek idealizes Tyler.  Tyler is a great young man who is always happy and never seems troubled.  He plays with John Derek and the other children.  Everyone loves Tyler.  He couldn't be a better role model for this little ones.

The Atonement 

Elder Russell M. Nelson

Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles 

"The ordeal of the Atonement centered about the city of Jerusalem. There the greatest single act of love of all recorded history took place. 32"
Jerusalem is a city that has significance for many religions. Because so much of Christ's atonement was performed around that city I am sure it carries with it a strong spirit that people feel and desire to be close to. It is sad that Satan has skewed that into a constant battle ground for so many.
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