So remember when we did a blog for our married ward, back like 7 years ago?

Fun times, right? Morgan Dewey and I and 4 other moms recently started a new mom blog! We think there is some really awesome, helpful content on there so I thought I'd mention a few of my fave posts thus far for any that are interested! Thanks for looking :) 

 

http://mommyconvos.com/one-on-one-special-time-with-your-kids/ so helpful for me and my kids.

http://mommyconvos.com/empowering-confidence-parenting-three/ so great!

http://mommyconvos.com/elevate-vibe-part-5-jealousy/ so needed.

http://mommyconvos.com/five-fs-need-postpartum/ :)

http://mommyconvos.com/raising-future-rulers/ bestie ashley!

http://mommyconvos.com/5-killer-tips-help-mommy-keep-track-stuff/ by me!

http://mommyconvos.com/93-year-old-writers-wisdom-on-your-time-and-season/ sweet neighbor

http://mommyconvos.com/friday-favorites-kids-quotes/ this is where it all began.

http://mommyconvos.com/one-bedtime-trick-that-rocks/ a fave, for sure!

http://mommyconvos.com/6-quirks-love-dream-home/ feeling a little vulnerable putting myself about there.

http://mommyconvos.com/2-keys-to-your-ideal-physique/ exciting stuff.

Super Saturday

This Saturday, May 15th from 11-1:00... Bring your spouse!

Meet at the church for a day of-

• learning cool new stuff
• eating yummy shish kabobs, and
• serving others!

We'll have a quick welcome in the gym and then break off into classes taught by... your fellow ward members! You'll get a chance to attend 4 different classes:


Session 1                       11:15-11:35

Apartment Gardening               Room 1


Relief Society History               Room 2

Music Essentials (Organ and Flute)    Chapel

Elders Quorum History            Room 3

First Aid                                  Room 4



Session 2                      11:40-12:00

Apartment Gardening                          Room 1


Relief Society History                          Room 2

Elders Quorum History                        Room 3

Basic Guitar                                         Room 4

Dutch Oven                                         Patio

The Perfect Golf and Tennis Swing       TBA


                       …..    QUICK LUNCH    …..


Session 3                  12:20- 12:40

First Aid                                    Room 1

Basic Crocheting                       Room 2

Baking Bread                            Room 3

Basic Guitar                              Room 4

Vegetarian Cooking                  Room 5

Music Essentials (Conducting etc.)     Chapel


Session 4 12:45-1:00

Basic Crocheting                      Room 2

Baking Bread                           Room 3

The Perfect Golf and Tennis Swing (TBA)

Dutch Oven                             Patio

Line Dancing                           Relief Society Room


We are in need for some Handsome Men to cook our shish kabobs. If you know of anyone that could handle this task, please let your local Eler's Quorum President know.

Money-saving tips

Trying to figure out a way to get ahead and save for... a house? Pay off student loans? Just be able to relax and not stress about money?


Here is a compilation of some of the ideas shared at our fun Relief Society meeting in April.

click here

REMINDER: Bishop has asked that as ward members, we plan to attend Sacrament Meeting on Sunday, May 2. Due to a new church calling, Bro. Watkins will be released from our ward bishopric that afternoon. Please come to show your appreciation and support for all he has done for us. :)

GRACIA JONES, the Great, Great Granddaughter of Joseph and Emma Smith speaking on "EMMA SMITH" for the Friday Night Tabernacle Fireside, May 7th at 7:00pm

Gracia Jones is a renowned historian on the life of Emma Smith and has lectured on her life for many years. This will be a unique opportunity for our members and even non-members.

"MOVING PIONEER STORIES in ART", at Visitors' Center Exhibit starts May 15th (and continues for 3 weeks) featuring the art of JULIE ROGERS.

Julie's art has been prominently and repeatedly featured in the publications of the Church, including numerous pioneer paintings and Joseph and Emma Smith. She also recently completed the huge Santa Clara Mural in the Santa Clara Town Hall.

Julie passionately portrays pioneers and their sacrifices as well as triumphs. Her works are truly masterful and inspiring.

No "WHY I BELIEVE" Fireside on May 16th due to the use of the Tabernacle for Seminary Graduation. President and Sister Neil Pitts of the Provo Utah Mission will be the June 20th speakers.

Other Tabernacle Performances:

Wednesday, May 5th, 7:00pm - Southern Utah Dixie Children's Choir - a talented group providing an uplifting and memorable evening.

Friday, May 7th, 12:15pm - Adam Hansen and Jadon Webster - this is a highly talented local duo on the organ/piano and vocalist.

Saturday, May 8th, 7:00pm - Sotto Voce Strings - a Salt Lake based ensemble group playing Bach for his 235th Birthday.

Stake Conference Weekend

--Ward BBQ Activity @ 1 PM. Come to Vernon Worthen Park (300 S. 400 E.) and bring a favorite food item to share.

Here's a few pictures from the barbeque that started stake conference weekend off with a bang.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2010--There is a special pre-stake conference stake temple day and evening. This includes a Chapel Session @ 7:00 PM.

THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010--Stake Relief Society Social @ 6:30 PM. Come to the Institute Building to enjoy a guest speaker, Jesika Henderson Harmon (America Junior Miss 2000). Dinner will be served; dress is nice casual.

SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2010

SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2010--Evening Session @ 7-8:30 PM. All members are invited to attend at the Institute Building.

SUNDAY, APRIL 25, 2010--Priesthood Leadership Session @ 8-9:30 AM. This is for all high council members, bishopric members, clerks, Elders' Quorum presidencies, secretaries, and Ward Mission leaders.

SUNDAY, APRIL 25, 2010--General Session @ 10-Noon. All members are invited to attend at the Institute Building.

As an extra announcement: Bishop has asked that as ward members, we plan to attend Sacrament Meeting on May 2. Due to a new church calling, Bro. Watkins will be released from our ward bishopric that afternoon. Please come to show your appreciation and support for all he has done for us. :)

Stake Temple Day

On Wednesday, April 21, 2010, there is a special pre-stake conference stake temple day and evening. This includes a Chapel Session at 7:00 P.M.

BBQ at Vernon Werthen Park

Heads up...


On Saturday, April 24 @ 1pm,
our ward will be having a barbeque you won't want to miss!


Vernon Worthen Park- 300 South 400 East

Bring a dish to share and enter in our contest for the best:

• Side
• Salad
• Dessert

Prizes will be awarded to the winner in each category!

Activities will include waterballoon volleyball, frisbee, football, and devouring hotdogs and hamburgers : )