Hey there ladies! We will be having our 2nd annual retreat on Friday, October 7 starting at 6 p.m. at the church...
Dinner will be served. We will have some fun games, some pampering, and lots and lots of visiting!
This is a perfect time to bring any unfinished projects you may want to work on, or just come hang out.
please, please, please let your visiting teaching sisters know about this! It will be easy to forget because of General Conference the Sunday before. Give them a reminder call a day or two before the retreat. Thanks so much!!!
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Save The Date!
Our 2nd Relief Society Retreat will be on
Friday, October 7.
details will follow soon!
(but it's gonna be fun!!!!!)
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Far Above Rubies
Proverbs 31:10-31
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.
She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.
She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.
She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.
She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.
Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.
She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.
Daunting, right?? A virtuous woman has an adoring husband (whom she is never cross with), she crafts, she cooks gourmet international fare, she wakes up before the sun to cook a hearty breakfast for her family. She is a real estate expert, and master gardener. She works out. She runs a bustling home-based business (an etsy shop, of course). She does charity work, she has her food storage. She sews clothing for herself and her family. Her husband is bishop. She is always honest and forthright. She always knows the right thing to say, and is NEVER cross with her children. Her home is always clean, laundry done, and scriptures read. Her children and husband love and appreciate and acknowledge everything that she does.
That is how this scripture has always read to me before. BUT. Towards the end of last year, I had the thought that this passage of scripture should be the basis for our activities in Relief Society this year. Not because we all need to be all of these things, but because we all are already some of these things. I have a favorite quote from President Hinckley:
"I feel to invite women everywhere to rise to the great potential within you. I do not ask that you reach beyond your capacity. I hope you will not nag yourselves with thoughts of failure. I hope you will not try to set goals far beyond your capacity to achieve. I hope you will simply do what you can in the best way you know. If you do so, you will witness miracles come to pass."
This quote encompasses what I feel about this scripture. We all have the potential to be great. Divine even. But all too often we allow thoughts of discouragement because of our weaknesses to become paralyzing, and we cease moving forward. I have found this to be true in my own life, and it is a difficult thing to overcome. We all have room to improve, and to grow, but don't let the things that you perceive as weakness or failure in yourself negate the amazing qualities that are already yours. My hope is that we can be a source of strength to each other. That we can appreciate all of the many different ways that there are of being virtuous women.
This year, I hope that by using Proverbs 31:10-31 as a theme, we can focus not on having to be ALL of these things to be considered virtuous, but that by being some of these things, we already are virtuous.
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.
She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.
She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.
She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.
She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.
Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.
She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.
Daunting, right?? A virtuous woman has an adoring husband (whom she is never cross with), she crafts, she cooks gourmet international fare, she wakes up before the sun to cook a hearty breakfast for her family. She is a real estate expert, and master gardener. She works out. She runs a bustling home-based business (an etsy shop, of course). She does charity work, she has her food storage. She sews clothing for herself and her family. Her husband is bishop. She is always honest and forthright. She always knows the right thing to say, and is NEVER cross with her children. Her home is always clean, laundry done, and scriptures read. Her children and husband love and appreciate and acknowledge everything that she does.
That is how this scripture has always read to me before. BUT. Towards the end of last year, I had the thought that this passage of scripture should be the basis for our activities in Relief Society this year. Not because we all need to be all of these things, but because we all are already some of these things. I have a favorite quote from President Hinckley:
"I feel to invite women everywhere to rise to the great potential within you. I do not ask that you reach beyond your capacity. I hope you will not nag yourselves with thoughts of failure. I hope you will not try to set goals far beyond your capacity to achieve. I hope you will simply do what you can in the best way you know. If you do so, you will witness miracles come to pass."
This quote encompasses what I feel about this scripture. We all have the potential to be great. Divine even. But all too often we allow thoughts of discouragement because of our weaknesses to become paralyzing, and we cease moving forward. I have found this to be true in my own life, and it is a difficult thing to overcome. We all have room to improve, and to grow, but don't let the things that you perceive as weakness or failure in yourself negate the amazing qualities that are already yours. My hope is that we can be a source of strength to each other. That we can appreciate all of the many different ways that there are of being virtuous women.
This year, I hope that by using Proverbs 31:10-31 as a theme, we can focus not on having to be ALL of these things to be considered virtuous, but that by being some of these things, we already are virtuous.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Book of Mormon Challenge & October RS Meeting (responses requested)
Sisters - if you notice on the left sidebar, there is a schedule to follow if you are doing the Book of Mormon 3x in 3 months challenge that was issued at Stake Conference.
(My kids are doing a modified version of the challenge - they are reading it 1 time in 3 months or 6 pgs per day)
We were promised some pretty amazing things if we accept this challenge - increased testimony, closer relationship with our Savior, more peace in our homes...
It isn't easy. But few things that really matter are easy.
Now, here's the part where I need some responses. We are trying to plan a retreat or late night social for the Relief Society in October. There will be a sign up going around on Sunday, but if you are not there, or don't see it, please respond here.
We need to know: 1) if you are interested, 2) if you prefer an overnight retreat or just a late Friday Night activity, 3) which date would work best, October 8 or October 22, and 4) if you know of or have access to a cabin/venue that would be available for a large(ish) group overnight. if we do a late night thing, it will be at the church.
Please leave me a comment and answer these questions so we know how to proceed with planning! Thanks!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Welcome to MY World - Aug. 3 Activity
I hope many of you are still checking in here every now and then. I again sincerely apologize for slacking in my blog-keeping duties.
But. We have an activity coming up in less than 2 weeks! This is not just about our new sisters. This is about all of us reconnecting, learning something new, and strengthening friendships.
The details:
Tues. Aug. 3
7 p.m.
at the church
nursery provided
**Bring: an item that you feel represents something about you. This doesn't have to define or represent you as a whole person. This item should simply illustrate some quality about you, or some passion you have, or something important to you, or represent a defining moment, etc...
After some games and sharing our items, we will have a YUMMY ice cream sundae bar!!! Delish toppings and ice cream.
So please come and get to know your ward-sisters a little better. You never know what you have in common!!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
June Relief Society Meetings Handouts!
So, I'm finally getting these up! Sorry for the delay.
First of all, thank you to all who came to our activity in June! We had a great turn-out (especially considering it was the day after the Memorial Day weekend...) and had some wonderful food. We also had some fantastic mini classes where we got a lot of ideas about making the most of our summer.
Here are the handouts. If you click on the image, it should show it full size, and you can print from here. If it is having problems, leave a comment, and I will make sure there are copies at church on Sunday. You may have to play with the sizing, so be sure to "print preview" beforehand. I think that will be the easiest way to get the right size to print. **sorry if it's complicated, I'm SOO not computer savvy.
First handout is from Tasia's presentation on low cost/low energy activities for kids or grandkids:
The next hand out is from Sheralyn's presentation on planning family vacations.
Then we have Lisa's great calendar with lots of ideas to keep our kids learning over the summer (or at least not losing as much of what they learned over the past school year!)
Thank you so much to you sweet ladies who put so much time and thought into your presentations! I am so grateful!
Keep checking back, I will be posting recipes soon!
First of all, thank you to all who came to our activity in June! We had a great turn-out (especially considering it was the day after the Memorial Day weekend...) and had some wonderful food. We also had some fantastic mini classes where we got a lot of ideas about making the most of our summer.
Here are the handouts. If you click on the image, it should show it full size, and you can print from here. If it is having problems, leave a comment, and I will make sure there are copies at church on Sunday. You may have to play with the sizing, so be sure to "print preview" beforehand. I think that will be the easiest way to get the right size to print. **sorry if it's complicated, I'm SOO not computer savvy.
First handout is from Tasia's presentation on low cost/low energy activities for kids or grandkids:
The next hand out is from Sheralyn's presentation on planning family vacations.
Then we have Lisa's great calendar with lots of ideas to keep our kids learning over the summer (or at least not losing as much of what they learned over the past school year!)
Thank you so much to you sweet ladies who put so much time and thought into your presentations! I am so grateful!
Keep checking back, I will be posting recipes soon!
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Summer Salads
Sisters, we are so excited about our upcoming June activity! We would love to have a variety of yummy salads for our dinner that evening. A sign up went around last week, but we need a few more salads.
Please leave me a comment if you would like to bring a salad (& recipe) to share, but never saw the sign up. ---it will be going around YW and Primary today.
Thanks for all of your support! I think this activity will be a fun place to get some great summer ideas for parents AND grandparents. I hope everyone can come!
Remember - Tues. June 1, 6 p.m. at the church (not the pavilion), nursery provided
Please leave me a comment if you would like to bring a salad (& recipe) to share, but never saw the sign up. ---it will be going around YW and Primary today.
Thanks for all of your support! I think this activity will be a fun place to get some great summer ideas for parents AND grandparents. I hope everyone can come!
Remember - Tues. June 1, 6 p.m. at the church (not the pavilion), nursery provided
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Swap Meet - Tues, Apr. 6
Wasn't Conference amazing?? So many talks about strengthening our homes and families. Obviously a very important message for us right now.
And I hope you all enjoyed your Easter celebrations. Ours was extremely low key this year, but very nice to listen to our apostles testify of our Savior.
Anyways, on to business.
Our April Activity is this coming Tuesday the 6! Yes, it's here already. I will have 2 blocks of time to have you drop off your items at the church. I will be there from 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. and then from 4:30 until 6.
If these times do not work, please, call me or email me and I can arrange to be there to get your stuff in. I will be home all day, and can meet you at any time.
Another option is for you to drop items off at my home on Monday - but I will only be home early morning and later afternoon that day.
Please, spread the word, it is always difficult to have these meetings right after a week off of church.
Thanks! We'll see you on Tuesday at 7!
And I hope you all enjoyed your Easter celebrations. Ours was extremely low key this year, but very nice to listen to our apostles testify of our Savior.
Anyways, on to business.
Our April Activity is this coming Tuesday the 6! Yes, it's here already. I will have 2 blocks of time to have you drop off your items at the church. I will be there from 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. and then from 4:30 until 6.
If these times do not work, please, call me or email me and I can arrange to be there to get your stuff in. I will be home all day, and can meet you at any time.
Another option is for you to drop items off at my home on Monday - but I will only be home early morning and later afternoon that day.
Please, spread the word, it is always difficult to have these meetings right after a week off of church.
Thanks! We'll see you on Tuesday at 7!
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Sidebar Additions
Please take a moment and look at the Upcoming Events on the right hand sidebar. There are a ton of them, and I will be doing my best to keep up with them all.
Also, please note the birthday list for the month. I didn't want to put full names on the blog, because this is not a private blog, and I want to maintain a feeling of security, so - if you don't know the birthday girl by her first name and last initial, go to the ward directory and see if you can figure it out. Otherwise, comment or email me and I can clarify.
But where possible, make an effort to spread a little birthday love to those celebrating their lives each month!
I am constantly amazed by you sisters - thank you for your examples!
Also, please note the birthday list for the month. I didn't want to put full names on the blog, because this is not a private blog, and I want to maintain a feeling of security, so - if you don't know the birthday girl by her first name and last initial, go to the ward directory and see if you can figure it out. Otherwise, comment or email me and I can clarify.
But where possible, make an effort to spread a little birthday love to those celebrating their lives each month!
I am constantly amazed by you sisters - thank you for your examples!
Saturday, March 6, 2010
April Activity
Many of you have asked about what types of items you should be setting aside to bring to the Swap Meet in April.
Really, anything that you think could be used by someone else is appropriate to bring.
Home dec items such as pictures, lamps, pillows, seasonal decorations, etc.
Kitchen items such as dishes, small appliances (working), silverware, etc.
Clothing & shoes: adult, children, etc...
Baby items.
Kids toys.
So, really. Anything that you can think of that you are going to be getting rid of, but that someone else might be able to use, bring it!
And if you don't have anything to part with, still come and see if there is anything that you need.
I am hoping to have the building open and available all day for you to bring your items so that it is set up before 7. Will keep you posted on that. And like I said on the side-bar, if you have any items that are too large to bring to the church, please email me (with a description and photo is possible), and I will post it directly onto the blog.
Really, anything that you think could be used by someone else is appropriate to bring.
Home dec items such as pictures, lamps, pillows, seasonal decorations, etc.
Kitchen items such as dishes, small appliances (working), silverware, etc.
Clothing & shoes: adult, children, etc...
Baby items.
Kids toys.
So, really. Anything that you can think of that you are going to be getting rid of, but that someone else might be able to use, bring it!
And if you don't have anything to part with, still come and see if there is anything that you need.
I am hoping to have the building open and available all day for you to bring your items so that it is set up before 7. Will keep you posted on that. And like I said on the side-bar, if you have any items that are too large to bring to the church, please email me (with a description and photo is possible), and I will post it directly onto the blog.
Monday, February 22, 2010
March Activity
Now, here we go. We are one week away from our next activity. Usually, March is known as the Relief Society Birthday Party activity. And it is. But this year, we are giving a gift instead of sitting down for a nice dinner and program or party. We thought it would be a great way to remember what Relief Society is all about. Not to mention the fact that we can accomplish so much more as a group than on our own!
So the details:
Tues. March 2 at 6 pm in the gym at the church
We will be making quilts for the Humanitarian Center, creating educational games that will benefit a Title One School, and making card/scrapbook kits for the older patients at Primary Children's Medical Center.
Items you can bring to use that evening are: paper trimmers, scissors, colored pencils
We are excited about each of these projects, and we will also have some project ideas that you can take home and do with your families.
We have a few opportunities for you to bring supplies as donations for this activity:
scrapbooking embelishments (stickers, chipboard, stamps, old decorative scissors, etc) (even if they are out-dated, we can use them)
batting for the quilts
We will not have dinner at the church, but we will have a great dessert bar. So come and have a wonderful night!
So the details:
Tues. March 2 at 6 pm in the gym at the church
We will be making quilts for the Humanitarian Center, creating educational games that will benefit a Title One School, and making card/scrapbook kits for the older patients at Primary Children's Medical Center.
Items you can bring to use that evening are: paper trimmers, scissors, colored pencils
We are excited about each of these projects, and we will also have some project ideas that you can take home and do with your families.
We have a few opportunities for you to bring supplies as donations for this activity:
scrapbooking embelishments (stickers, chipboard, stamps, old decorative scissors, etc) (even if they are out-dated, we can use them)
batting for the quilts
We will not have dinner at the church, but we will have a great dessert bar. So come and have a wonderful night!
Monday, February 1, 2010
Relief Society - Groundhog Day Edition
Sisters - A reminder about our upcoming activity.
It is TOMORROW!!! Tues, Feb. 2 at 7 pm. We will begin in the Relief Society Room.
Seeing how it's groundhog's day tomorrow, we are tackling the chores that we have to do day after day after day, and learning about simple routines we can set up in our homes to make the most of our time and energy. We'll also be having a few people present their ideas for getting your kids to help out around the house as well (i.e. reward systems, etc).
I'm excited about the topic. I know, house cleaning??? Really? Really. When I feel the difference in how my house feels when it's clean as opposed to looking like a bomb went off, it makes me really want to do better - all the time. But then life happens. I get busy, and before I know it, it's been a month since my floors got mopped, and there are science experiments growing in my fridge. I am really looking forward to learning a few tricks to getting more done in less time so that I can become a better homemaker (because whether we work outside the home or not, we are all homemakers...) and invite some peace and tranquility into my home.
Can't wait to see you there!
**don't forget, if you signed up for a clipboard, bring your $1. Don't make me hunt you down for a dollar please.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
We had a fabulous turn-out at our Rhodes Bakery field trip! Thanks to Whitney for putting that all together for us. I know it took a lot of effort. We learned lots of fun tips and tricks for using the dough. The recipes are available online at http://www.rhodesbread.com/recipes
Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Yes, that is just a mere 2 weeks away. We're still in the planning stages, so details will be available soon. Mark your calendars, though. We'd love to see you there!
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