“The Nature to Nurture”

Recently in the April 2010 General Conference, Elder M. Russell Ballard said this: There is nothing in this world as personal, as nurturing, or as life changing as the influence of a righteous woman. This — the importance of nurturing as a primary role of women in God’s plan — is something we talk about [...]

Working together to help those in need

This video is a reminder that the power to nurture and serve God’s children knows no boundaries. People working together regardless of race, religion, nationality, or background can do a lot of good and help relieve suffering. See what a wonderful couple did to help children in the Dominican Republic, and how Food for the [...]

“I can’t do this!”

My daughter Hannah has been taking piano lessons for about a year and a half now…. Every weekday, she comes home from school, plops herself down on the bench and tries her hardest to play each assigned song “the right way.”  Her words, not mine. I will listen to her practice as I’m getting dinner [...]

Portraits of Mormon Women: Pauline

I’d like to introduce you to a friend of mine through some photos that capture a little about her. Where to begin? First I could tell you that she’s a wife of a scientist, a mother of two girls, a college graduate (statistics was her field — yes, they are smart ones in their house). [...]

“Thanks to God!”

Often religious people make blanket statements that may seem strange to those unfamiliar with religion. A common example is when God is given credit for human accomplishments. The Christian belief in giving thanks and glory to God is seen often in popular culture; as sports figures, musicians, actors, etc. often thank God publicly. On a reality [...]