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Monday, September 22nd, 2008In the corner of this website, there is a space which reads, “contributors”, and under it, reads the name, “Lei”, my pseudonym. I am here to acknowledge that, as of late, I haven’t been the best “contributor”. Now, I could make an excuse for my general lack of responsibility, but I will only say that […]
Surprise Missionary Moment
Thursday, July 31st, 2008I had just wrapped two wedding gifts. I sat staring at the the package, contemplating the pressing question of whether a silver bow really looked good on a silver package, when my door bell rang. I tried a green, metallic bow next to the silver one and then went to answer the door.
Standing at my […]
Decorater Icing
Monday, July 28th, 20081 1/2 cups shortening
1/2 cup water or milk
2 tsp. clear vanilla
2 tsp. almond extract (opt.)
2 pounds Powdered Sugar
Mix together for white icing that looks wonderful on your cake. Use food coloring paste to create different colors.
Some tips: Using water instead of milk makes the frosting last longer without spoiling.
4 cups of powdered sugar is about […]
Revelation and Washing Socks
Sunday, June 15th, 2008A friend of mine just gave birth to her third child about 3 months ago. She has a 4 year old, a 2 year old and a newborn. This is a common enough scenario and, as is also common, she is struggling to tend to her children and keep up with housework. As we were […]
Technology and Temple Work
Sunday, June 1st, 2008The Church has developed a new family search website with the aim of reducing the number of duplicate ordinances and to allow members working on the same genealogical lines a more effective way to share information. The website, new.familysearch.org, requires members to register using their membership number and confirmation date. (This information can be obtained […]
Go Ahead, Freeze the Avocados
Tuesday, May 27th, 2008Below is the content from a message that was posted in an online Young Women’s group. I love avocados and, of course, any advice on storing food is always welcome. Hope you find these tips helpful for your avocados.
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Ever since my husband’s doctor suggested avocados to promote good health, we’ve been on an […]
Bloom Where You Are Planted
Wednesday, April 30th, 2008My little sister is getting married next weekend. She is the first of my sisters to marry. I want to be there but I am a thousand miles away and without means to travel to her.
Several weeks ago I spied several Bridal Shower items at a garage sale. There were invitations, balloons, […]
