Mormon Monday!

Oh how I love the Monday following General Conference.  I have energy to do better and be better; even better I have new direction of how I can accomplish those desires. 

There were many great talks.  Talks that talked about what we believe, who we are, what we do.  Talks that talked about how we can become better.  With two little ones, I didn't get it all (there is too much anyway to take in all at once) but I was blessed to hear the things I needed to hear and to have my questions and concerns answered. 

If you didnt get the chance to watch or listen to it, it is already on the website!  Soon, the words will be up too, but for now you can listen or watch to the words which were spoken.

http://www.lds.org/general-conference/sessions/2013/04?lang=eng

One of the many things I love about conference, is that it is kind of like a new year.  Come New Years, we make goals, have plans to do better... Conference is like that for me.  It is the start, or beginning mind you. An opportunity for me to leave the past behind and be better.  Spend more time becoming the woman, mother, wife and friend that I want to be. 

Many people have seen this, but some still have not.  There is a woman, with amazing strength who took the opportunity, to cling to what she knew to be true.  Listened to the spirit and has become a strength and example for many other people.  I loved this video she put together.  No, matter who you are, where you are in your life, what you have done or are doing, you are loved and Christ KNOWS you!

Peparing Your Shelves

I named this blog Preparing Your Shelves for a variety of reasons. I wanted to focus on the actual nature of preparing our shelves with food and or emergency supplies but I also wanted to be able to focus on preparing our-selves and our families for whatever trials or blessings come our way.

A perfect way that I find to prepare myself and my family for the storms that WILL come is conference. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints holds conference two times a year. This is an opportunity to listen to Apostles and the Prophet speak to us and teach us things we need to do and be.

No matter your religion, this is an excellent opportunity to be uplifted and improve and strengthen relationships and ourselves. An excellent way to "be prepared".



This is something that will be taking place Saturday and Sunday.  You can watch in some areas on t.v.'s, you can tune in on the website, or church houses will be broadcasting it. 

 

Enjoy your weekend and find some time to not only prepare yourself physically, but spiritually and emotionally too!

Food Storage Friday

Food storage can be frightening if you are standing on the outside and thinking about all the things one needs or should get.  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints has a site that can give you some tips on your food storage.  One of the best things that it says, is do not go to extremes.  Food storage is not something you need to splurge on (unless you are in a financial position to do so, and then by all means I would).  But it is something that you can build month by month as situation permits! 

http://www.lds.org/topics/food-storage

I am grateful that I know that if I am building my food storage and financial reserve (as slowly or as quickly as I may be) that I will be blessed because I am doing what I can. 

Thrifty Thursday; THRIVE Specials

Shelf Reliance recently changed their name to THRIVE Life.  It is really fitting, if you ask me.  I have had THRIVE in my home since January and use it EVERY day!  I truly appreciated it after breaking my arm and not having the ability to cut and dice things.  However, now I appreciate it for the time saver it has become and occasional life saver (when I run out of the fresh and have two sleeping babies).  It has become a part of my life and I am very grateful for it!

Sometimes it is hard to try new things.  I know I am usually extremely hesitant when it comes to the unfamiliar.  So, for my Thrity part of today I want to offer some personally specials for THRIVE foods.  These are only available through me for the month of April.

Hosting a party has amazing benefits.  You earn 10% of all party sales, no minimum, in FREE product!  On top of that you will earn additional 50% off of more product.  Those are just your normal benefits.  For this month when you host a party with me as your consultant, I will give you a pantry size can of any fruit or vegetable that you would like to try.  If you are looking for a great opportunity to start or add to your food storage, this is the way to go!

If you are not in my area, online parties can also be done.  Contact me for further information so you can also take part in this deal.

For the month of April, anyone who signs up for "The Q" with a budge of at least $100 I will give you a #10 can of Macaroons (if Macaroons are not your idea of a good incentive, contact me and we can chat).

Finally, if you have already tried THRIVE or if you think that you would enjoy being a consultant, right now I am offering a Party Package that will have a few items in it that I will give to you to help you get to know the product better (some of my favorites or some you just want to try) when you join my team.  Be one of the first new consultants to join with the new name and get the new start up kit!   

I am enjoying getting prepared. I enjoy what I eat and use THRIVE each and every day. I know that in an emergency my family would not be turned upside down and that life could continue without too many interruptions. I am grateful for that knowledge.

Feel free to send me an email or call me.

My email is:
prepareyourshelves@gmail.com

801-513-7992

You can also go to my website for more information about hosting, the Q, or becoming a consultant:

http://prepareyourshelves.thrivelife.com/prepareyourshelves

Wild Wednesday; Others

I find great comfort in the technology our time has been blessed with. It is amazing however, how much time can be wasted using this amazing creation. I make an effort to limit my time on said devices that accompany technology.  However, some days I get lost in the world of blogging and other sources (while my house is quietly resting and I should be cleaning or making food... All things that need to be done). But somedays I am grateful for this disconnect with my chores because I have the opportunity to be inspired or learn from others. Today I ran across this post, and I wanted to share...

http://www.russhillmedia.com/2013/03/19/confessions-of-a-mormon-bishop/



Hope we each take a few moments each day to reflect on what we know and create or break habits that will improve our lives.

Teachable Tues; Prayer and Children

I have been contemplating the importance of prayer lately. Not just for me, but my children also. Snuggles woke up one night and could not go back to sleep. I laid down beside his bed and asked him if he wanted to pray. He responded with a yes, and so we said a prayer together and he quickly returned to slumber. Now this is a far cry from other moments when we try to pray... Like bedtime for example. So, with that said, what do you do to help young children pause to pray?

Mormon Monday; Family Search

I know it is the end of the day, but I wanted to take a minute and check in. Genealogy is a vital aspect of many lives. People do it so they can learn about their family and the lives that were lived and know where they came from, among other reasons. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints focuses a lot on genealogy and finding ancestors. Previously, one had to be a member to use their site; however they have now changed that. Anyone can create an account and access their data base. It is so much fun to find an ancestor and select them, then occasionally see your line fill up. If you have not taken a look at it, it is more user friendly and ready for you!

https://familysearch.org/