Symbolism of palla
I think I belong to another world. As strange as that sounds — I’m not talking aliens...
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History of Granola and how to make your own
I still eat granola. But I remember when it first became popular. I’m pretty sure I bought...
Read MoreFrom David to Solomon to Exile
This is a video from the Bible Project that explains the book of Kings — from King David to King Solomon to exile.
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Joseph Smith’s dreams
Actually, it’s interesting that we have some of Joseph Smith’s dreams recorded....
Read MoreKilauea Volcano Lava flow and caldera
Yes, I think I will go back to school and become a volcanologist. Not only does it roll off the tongue pleasantly, it seems to imply I may be part of the Vulcan tribe. Plus, it would be fun to answer the question, “what do...
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The symbolism of linen covering
I was sitting in church and listening to my new bishop in fast and testimony meeting. He said the...
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Get Outdoors Often
Time to get outdoors. You know, out of the house, the office, the workspace, the doors. It’s...
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The Divine Feminine
Since it’s Mother’s Day — I’ve re-posted my presentation on...
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What is the spiritual work required to enjoy the gift of the Holy Ghost?
Why did Pres. Nelson plead with us to “lay hold” upon this gift — the Holy Ghost, when we...
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The history of Whiting Woods
I grew up here. My childhood home in Whiting Woods has quite a history. It seems there was a...
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Is the servant marred or anointed in Isaiah 52?
The word “marred” in Isaiah 52 could actually be “anointed.” You know that...
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Calculating Good Friday
Good Friday is one of those holidays that change dates every year — like Passover and...
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Why the calendar evolved from Roman to Julian to Gregorian
I’m sitting here looking out my window at the newly fallen snow. And yet, today is the...
Read MoreLove your neighbor
This is a great video from The Bible Project that explains how the word “love” is translated in our scriptures. We lose so much in translation. Translation of other languages and just trying to figure out what...
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The great and abominable church
Over the years, I’ve heard several descriptions of who or what is the “great and...
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Counting sheep and Noah’s ark
Some nights I don’t sleep well. Instead of counting sheep, I listen to Hugh Nibley on...
Read MoreThe Bible Project videos for learning
The Bible Project has some interesting resources — videos and downloads that may help your study of the scriptures. Although everyone interprets the Bible differently (for example the story of Adam and Eve and the Holy...
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Council of Fifty – don’t be a dough head
Joseph Smith formed a council called the Council of Fifty. He had some advice about councils,...
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Symbolism of the Winter Solstice
It’s cold here where I live, in the northern hemisphere on December 21st, the Winter...
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Was Christ born on Christmas?
There’s always been some conflict about the date of Christ’s birth. In fact, as a...
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