Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Traces of Time . . . August 18-24, 2025

 TRACES OF TIME . . .     

                      {Last week: Scroll to end click "Older Posts" at bottom right.} 
AUGUST 18-24, 2025
Stay on the Covenant Path
to reach the
Tree of Life
 
A wise person once said, 
"Every society will be judged by
how it treats the least fortunate."

"Time moves slowly, but passes quickly...                             

TIME...
On this blog I share with family and friends my thoughts, doings, what interests me, and--at times--tributes to my eternal sweetheart, Walt, who graduated to heaven on 8-21-2020.

*All that I am or ever hope to be,
I not only owe to my 

angel mother and father,
...but to my wonderful husband,
Walter Ray Petersen.

This blog is

Dedicated to our seven children--Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, Jen...

  ...their spouses--Julie, John, Jennifer, Jerry--
our 39 grandchildren--8 spouses of G-C, and 
8 great-grandchildren--
for a posterity of 71.

TRACES OF TIME . . .     

Week of
    AUGUST 18-24, 2025

MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2025
Family is Everything…

Sunrise:  6:42 a.m.                                           Sunset:  8:20 p.m. 

Sonia and Gaby...
Thank you for cleaning.
We so appreciate the sparkling home!


Neighborhood...
Empty Nesters...Luau
      A L O H A ...means both

                         "Hello and Goodbye"
Thank you to our wonderful hostess,
Diane.
27 came...Ted & Sharon, and John & Sherry had to leave a little early...
    
...so only 23 were left 
for the group photo at the end.
Front--L-R:
Allen, Henry, Laura, MaryAnn.
Middle row: Diane, Linda, Tammy, SuzAnne, Carol, Judy, Ken.
Back row all together--L-R: Jeanie, Steve, Bryant, Kathie, Jennie, Mark, Eileen, Joanne, Marcus, Howard, Sharon.
Choose which photo you determine you look best in...if you want to save one...
Tammy's cousin, Ann, took the group photo.
Thank you, Ann. We were happy to have you come.
My photos loaded in reverse order...too tired tonight to change them right now.


The Hawaiian center pieces and decor for the luau were marvelous.



John & Sherry--not in group photo.
Howard & Sharon are in 
group photo, 
but way in the back.
Side note:
Ted & Sharon were not in any photos tonight,
but I have this fun photo of them when they surprised Ted's Mom, MaryAnn, at Lunch Bunch on July 2, on her 84th birthday.
{MaryAnn gave me permission to post her age, saying: "I earned every year!"}
I didn't get a close up photo of most of you  there. If you have a favorite photo of you as a couple, or a single photo of you, please text or 
e-mail it to me.
Eileen 801-577-7708
wyepetersen@gmail.com

It would be nice to have a couple photo of 
you widows.
Luau photos continued...

Great conversations...
...getting to know each other better...
Thanks for all the yummy food everyone brought to create the Hawaiian Haystacks,
and the tasty desserts.
Hawaiian Haystacks were the perfect menu...
   .... along with lemon cake, brownies, and cupcakes for sweet desserts...

One fun game was true or false questions about Hawaii. Joanne & Marcus, and Kathie & Bryant knew the most about Hawaii.

The other game we passed around a pineapple till music stopped. The one holding the "hot pineapple" had to do a hula. Fun prizes were given to the winners.

I want to add your photos--which I
double-dog dare you to send me...

Here are some comments about the Luau from our Lunch Bunch link...

Wasn't last night a blast -- SuzAnne

Yes, it was a lot of fun -- Jeanie 

 Last night was a fun luau at Diane's. For those not able to come or not empty nesters yet, I'm sending photos. Eileen

It was really fun and great hula dancers. -- Linda

It was a great luau. The food, decorations, games and friends were the best! -- Kathie

 A L O H A...

    ....this time for "Goodbye"
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 TUESDAY,  AUGUST 19, 2025

Family is Everything…

               Today  


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MOVIE NIGHT - - 

We watched our 36th Classic...

 The Classics...  {36 to date...}
MOBY DICK - Story behind the story:
"In the Heart of the Sea" - 2015
"Melville promises Nickerson that his novel will be fiction, without all the details that had been shared with him. He departs to compose his novel, Moby-Dick, beginning by writing its first line: 
Gary, we've had a great year
watching these Classics. 
In a future post, I'll
list them all, plus
your list of 30
more Classics.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2025 

Family is Everything…
...and so are friends!
With sadness I post that John's
beautiful mother,
Vicki Larsen Peterson,
age 82, 
passed away in her sleep
in the early hours of today. 
Brent & Vicki's 9 children...
 Glade, John, Sherri, 
Nicole, Lori, Vicki,
Brent, Tiffany, Geni,
Camille, Blake
Vicki
Vicki



 Her funeral is Tuesday, August 26, 11:00 at Springdale Ward - Burley, Idaho
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 Lunch Bunch was at Costa Vida 
13 came...














To Retinologist...
for check of macular degeneration


Dr. Goff is an excellent retinologist...
I am so thankful for his expertise in
knowing what to do to keep me
from going blind.
Thank you Gary for driving me to 
and from these medical appointments.

Our Arctic Circle treat after...
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 *THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2025
Family is Everything…



 
Bouquet to remember...

...5 years since Walt
graduated to heaven...
Thank you, David & Julie
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Walt
                   


was

Walt
Walt


Walt
 



Walt



Walt


 
 WALTER RAY PETERSEN
Born 1934 in
Wendell, Idaho
Son of 
Ray & Jane Prescott Petersen
Holding his dog, Peggy
First grade - 1940
Wendell, Idaho
Wendell High School 1948-1952
Freshman class leaders
Football team
I think Walt is 3rd row up
on very left.
#20
University of Idaho
1952-53
Major: Civil Engineering
On Freshman Basketball team
scholarship
Boise Jr. College
1953-54
Major: Civil Engineering
On their basketball team.
Had to be 20 to serve 
a mission then...
Uruguay-Paraguay Mission
Aug 1954-Mar 1957
Mission Basketball Team
"Deseret"
Translated for Apostle
Elder Henry D. Moyle
BYU - Mar-Jun 1957
Major: Civil Engineering

University of Idaho 
Sep 1957
Major: Civil Engineering
for first two weeks, then
changed to
Major: Pre-Med
Graduated June 1959
His Dad & Mom,
sister Phyllis
and brother Dale came.


Accepted to 
Washington School of Medicine
in St. Louis, Missouri
#3 in the nation behind
#1 Harvard
#2 Johns Hopkins
Sep 1959
Came home to work with his
carpenter Dad for the summer of 1960
between his first and second
year of medical school.
Eileen Albertson came home
for summer after her 
first year at BYU after
having graduated from
Stevens-Henager Business College...
"Where Your Future Begins"
...and working a year at
the Executive Offices of 
First Security Bank in SLC.
She worked that summer as a
secretary for the administrator
of the State Tuberculosis Hospital
in Gooding, Idaho.

Walt saw Eileen at a Church 
softball game and called 
her the next morning
for a date.

Within 5 weeks they 
were "pinned."
(Engaged to be engaged.)


















Officially engaged on December 20
after he had gone back to St. Louis
for that second year of medical school
and she had gone back to her second 
year at BYU.
Married June 14, 1961
Salt Lake Temple
Wedding luncheon at 
Hill Air Force Base
hosted by 
Uncle Austin & 
Aunt Tess Prescott Julian.
Reception - June 17, 1961
Gooding, Idaho where my
parents lived.
 Our wedding line...
Janice, Sonya, Izabel, 
Lucille, Ramona,
us,
Ted, Gene, Jimmy
Our parents
Arnold & Verna Albertson
Ray & Jane Petersen
My favorite wedding 
reception photo...
♪♫♪Just because I wear a silly 
grin the moment you come
into view...Chances are you
think that I'm 
in love with you ♪♫

 Honeymoon

Walt worked the next two weeks for his Dad... 
...then we counted driving through Yellowstone Park on our way to St. Louis as our honeymoon. Walt started his third year of medical school and I got a job at the Jewish Hospital to support us while he studied long hours each night after being in class all day.
I was secretary to the Hematologist.
I didn't even know what that word meant when I interviewed for the job. 

Walt received his M.D. Degree from Washington School of Medicine 
St Louis, Missouri on June 10, 1963...


...in front of our apartment building
at 4056 Parkview Avenue, which was directly across the street from the Jewish Hospital where I worked.
It was also close to the famous Forest Park.

The next day we headed to Minneapolis, Minnesota...
Walt's family came for his
graduation, then came to
help us move into our
apartment in Minneapolis.

Ray & Jane, Phyllis, Walt, Dale, Cliff


...Walt began his Internship at Minneapolis General Hospital 
on June 24, 1963.
Our first baby was  born on June 24, 1963...so I was at one hospital--Abbott Presbyterian Hospital and Walt was at Minneapolis General...
but they called and he barely made it back in time for her birth.

Grama A and Aunt Janice
came from Idaho to help.
Janice stayed the entire summer.
She was so wonderful to take care of Mary Jane when I had to start working when my baby was just two weeks old.
The many hours the interns had to put in averaged out to being paid 
17 cents an hour.



Family
From June 1963 to
August 1974 we
had 7 children...
Janie, Gary, Steve,
David, Julie, Brian,
and Jennifer.


xxx

Walt called himself... 

"The last of the old-time country doctors."

He delivered about 4,000 babies, among fixing broken hips, other surgeries, and even made house calls.As Janie said in his obituary:"He healed many hearts, heads, hands, and everything in-between."

 In the 1950s you had to be 20 to serve a mission. This is Walt in August 1954, on the day he was set apart in Salt Lake City 
to be a missionary.

One of Walt's happiest of happy places was as the pilot flying...
Our first plane was a piper Cherokee...
Then in a six-seater Cessna 206 high-wing, turbo-charged airplane. 4824 Foxtrot was the call number  {he owned with two partners).

Walt was also a carpenter at heart--like his carpenter father, Ray Petersen.

Church Callings

When we were finishing 
our time in the military
in Oklahoma, our
Stake President said:
"Don't go back to Idaho.
They have so many 
Mormons, you won't
even have a calling...
Stay here."
We went back 
home to Idaho, where
they needed a physician
in Burley--51 miles from
Wendell--where 
we grew up.
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Here are the callings
Walt had in Idaho:
1966--Sunday School
teacher to teenagers.
1967-1970--Elders'
Quorum President.

May 1970-March 1976
Bishop - Burley 7th Ward




1973...
Walt with Julie
Burley Stake
High Councilor
March 1976-Dec 1981

Burley Stake Presidency
2nd Counselor
December 1981 to
May 1983

Stake divided to create
Burley West Stake
Walt called as the
Stake President
May 1983 to
November 1992...
  May 1983 - May 1986
Counselors
Newel Nelson -  1C
Ralph Rasmussen, Jr. - 2C...
...who moved to Provo, Utah
to go to Law School

Spencer Lloyd was called as 2C, then
in Oct 1983 he was transferred back to Salt Lake City after having served for 5 months. (I don't have a photo with him in the Stake Presidency.)

In November Joe Sagers was called as the Second Counselor.


_____Harris and Paul Brown were the Stake Clerks. ____ Thaxton was the Stake Executive Secretary.

Patriarch - Spanish speaking
for all Magic Valley
February 1993 for life
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Walt was a family physician
for 39 years...
Intern - Minneapolis
1963-1964 
***
U.S. Public Health Service
Indian Hospital -
Talihina, Oklahoma and
Ship's Physician 
and Surgeon on
the Coast Guard Cutter
"The Chatauqua" (Aug-Nov 1964)
July 1964-June 1966 

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...in Burley, Idaho from
July 1966 - June 1995...
then after serving
3 years as mission president
June 1995-July 1998... 

He was a family physician
in Burley again 7 more years
from July 1998 to
January 2005. 
Officially retired at age 70 
on January 14, 2005.


We were blessed to serve 4 missions together-- First MissionJuly 1995-July 1998   

               Mission President and wife of the                Mexico Merida Mission - Yucatan-Cancun was in our mission*** *** ***Second Mission  Mar 2005-Feb 2007Area Medical Advisor - Central America Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua,  Costa Rica, Panama12 missions -                     2,000 missionaries.*** *** ***Third MissionSep 2008-Mar 2010Area Medical Advisor - South America SoUTHArgentina, Uruguay, Paraguay14 missions - 2300 missionaries*** *** ***Fourth Mission
July 2014-Nov 2018Temple President and Temple MatronSan Salvador El Salvador Temple
*** *** ***This totaled 9 1/2 years out of theUnited States.Grampa Petersen told our grandchildren that the Prophet said: "If you love your grandchildrfen, serve a mission,"To which g-dau Ashley asked:"How many?"
*** *** ***Last reunion in Burleyjuly 2018 - 28 of our 39 posterity
august 18, 2018
moved from burley, idaho after 52 years tosaratoga springs, utah
Walt & Eileen with Julie our first night in Saratoga Springs...
Walt 2019 - WEPR ...
GARY AND ISAAC IN CHARGE - "AROUND THE WORLD"


































Walt 2020WEPR -TOP GUN - STEVE IN CHARGE













Walt graduated to heaven

one month after this

family reunion -- 

August 21, 2020

at age 86.


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FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025

                 
Family is Everything…


august 20, 2025
 Today Vicki's well-written Obituary 
was posted on the 
Rasmussen-Wilson web site:
 
Vicki Larsen Peterson

Vicki Larsen Peterson

Mar. 27, 1943 - Aug. 20, 2025

Date of Service: Aug. 26, 2025

“I had such a happy childhood.”

When Mom’s parents, Jay Raphael and Naomi Valora (Nielson) Larsen, were expecting her, they saw a movie where the lead actress was named Vicki. Her dad decided if they had a girl, that would be her name.

Vicki Larsen Peterson left heaven on March 27, 1943, and was welcomed by her excited parents and an older brother, Jay R. Mom’s happy childhood was spent with her best friends, her sisters: Lana, Karen, Kay, and Janaye. Together, with many cousins, they often gathered at her Nielson grandparents, listening to her mother’s family practice music. The Nielson Family Orchestra played venues all across Idaho. Sunday dinner was at the Nielson grandparents followed by a drive to Idaho Falls to visit the Larsen grandparents. Mom loved the stop for black licorice ice cream cones on the way home.

“I was awed by Brent’s testimony and inherent goodness from the start.”

Mom met Dad, Brent J. Peterson, at a church youth party, which was apropos since much of their life was spent at Church: singing in the ward choir, performing duets in Sacrament Meeting, and attending the temple. They attended Firth High School together where Mom participated as both a majorette in a blue and white uniform and a cheerleader. They were married September 2, 1959, and were sealed in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple, with a promise of eternity. Their loving courtship continued throughout their sixty years together, standing as an example to their children and grandchildren. In one of Dad’s poems, he wrote, “her love can reach clear to my soul. Her acceptance and giving, building, making my life whole.”

After some time at Utah State in Logan, Utah, they began farming in dusty Raft River, Idaho, with Grandpa Peterson. Mom brought six daughters in a row to the world: Sherri (Mike), Lori Lin (Glen), Camille (Gerald), Regina, Tiffany (Tonga), and Nicole, followed by three sons: John Brent (Julie), Blake Larsen (Sean), and Brent Glade (Amber). Mom was usually in the kitchen cooking her delicious specialties: Butter Baked Chicken and Gravy and Roast Beef with Mashed Potatoes. But she would help Dad with the harvest by driving truck. It was an adventure to ride with her on a trip to the beet dump.

In 1976, the family moved to Declo, and they also lived in Springdale until Dad’s passing in 2021. While Mom would have preferred to stay home and bake chocolate sheet cake, she supported Dad in his farming adventures living in far off places like the Republic of Georgia, Armenia, Turkey, South Dakota, and Montana. Mom’s tender care of Dad was a testimony of their love.

“When I first heard the song, “Where Love Is,” I couldn’t wait to teach it.”

Her foundation and training in music enriched many lives. Starting at age 12, she served as the Primary pianist assisting her mother who was the chorister. Later, she was the chorister and her daughters were the pianists. One of her favorite callings was serving as the Primary Stake Second Counselor where she attended workshops at Church headquarters and first heard her favorite Primary song: “Where Love Is.” In her home, she taught piano lessons, sharing her love of music with many children. On many Saturday nights, we went to sleep hearing Mom at the piano, rehearsing with others to perform on Sunday.

“My favorite part of Christmas was designing and sewing special dresses for my daughters and granddaughters.”

As the grandchildren began to arrive, Mom became Grandmother extraordinaire. She hosted Grandma Weeks during the summer, spoiling grandkids in batches. An excellent seamstress, Mom would take two or three patterns and create her own designs of baby dresses, baptism capes, Christmas dresses, and prom dresses. She loved to attend as many musical recitals, ball games, baptisms, and temple endowments as she could. Her beautiful smile was what the grandchildren looked for in the audience. As the hostess for the legendary, three-day Thanksgiving celebration, she not only served a dinner beyond compare, but organized bingo games, talent shows, Chinese checkers, and lots of snuggles on the couch.

As a young girl, she enjoyed taking an apple and a new book to read under a tree on a summer afternoon. She shared that love of reading while working as a librarian for twenty years at Declo Junior High School. In this capacity, she provided a safe haven for students who needed a grandmother to listen to them. Mom also participated in the community through forty years of membership in the Declo Book Club and the Domestic Duchesses Homemaking Club.

“My favorite place to be is the temple.”

With her eternal companion, Mom served two missions in the Tennessee Nashville Mission and served as an ordinance worker in the Twin Falls Idaho Temple. As promised in her patriarchal blessing, she found joy in ancestral research and the completion of temple ordinances. No matter how far away Mom and Dad traveled, or how different the culture, Mom could talk to the people and help them feel the love of the Savior.

When it was time to move to Lehi, Utah, to be around family, it was hard to leave her many neighbors and ward friends, but Mom was excited when the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple opened up two miles away. One of her last wishes was to return to Idaho and attend the Burley, Idaho Temple Open House with all of her family. Mom reached her hands out to join with Dad in the early morning of August 20, 2025. Her nine children, 31 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren rejoice to picture Mom and Dad dancing again through eternity.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Springdale 2nd Ward, located at 519 East 200 South, in Burley, with Bishop Matthew L. Monroe officiating. Burial will follow at Declo Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Monday, August 25, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 East 16th Street, in Burley, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, at the church.

A webcast of the funeral service will be available and maintained at rasmussenwilson.com.

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From RaNelle & Ron Knowles:

I was so sad to see that my dear , sweet friend Vicki had graduated to the other side, but then knew that she is so happy to be with her forever love, Brent. We had such wonderful times together, especially singing in Sweet Adeline’s for years. I loved hearing her play the piano with her special flare. Ron appreciated her uplifting cheerfulness and support on the Declo Sr & Jr. high school staff. Our hearts are so sad for you who have been left behind, because you will feel the emptiness, of not having her by your side. However, her sweet spirit will always be with you. You had exceptional parents throughout your life. They will be an anchor to the eternities as your family once again to joins together. Love to you all!

From Paul Rodgers :

A woman of grace and warmth. I admired the love Vicki showed for her beautiful family as well as the kindness she showed to me. What a blessed life she lived! My thoughts are with the Peterson family.

From Lottie Hurst :

Such a good friend since the first day we met at church in Declo , me,pries of all the school and church activities we shared with our children , plus Book Club and all activities associated with Declo

From Tonya (Hitt) Zollinger:

So my heart breaks for your family. Some of my fondest memories are in the cinder block house with Gini. Vicki, you will be missed but never forgotten.

From Wilma and Dennis Frandsen :

In the short time that we knew Vicki, she was able to leave an indelible impression of positivity and cheerfulness on our memories.

From L D & Jennifer Sager:

Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your dear mother. Always enjoyed her pleasant demeanor. I do not remember her ever being a “downer” or pessimistic about anything. All of us will miss her infectious laugh and jovial personality. To all of the Petersen kids I express my deepest sympathy at this time. May the Lord’s tender mercies help assuage the sadness.

From Jana Darrington :

We are so sorry for your loss! Vicki will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and bubbly personality. She was a treasured friend! We have many fond memories of her and your dad from our time together in Turkey. May you find comfort in your beautiful memories of your sweet Mother.
Tim and Jana

From Jake Zollinger:

Our deepest condolences to the Peterson family. Vicki was an amazing person, and a wonderful example to everyone. We will miss her and always remember the joy she brought to our lives.

From Heidi Lyman:

So sorry for your loss, I have very fond memories of both your parents. Thinking of all of you at this time.

From Teague Smyer :

Love Vicki and the Peterson family. I grew up with many fond memories with her. Vicki was my librarian, went to church with her, and my piano teacher for years. She was a great woman and I am sure her reunion with Brent will be very sweet !

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On August 22–23, 2025, the skies will host a rare Black Moon — the second new moon in a single month.

Unlike a glowing supermoon, this one will be nearly invisible, leaving the night sky darker than usual 🌌.

Perfect for stargazing, spotting constellations, or even catching the Milky Way. 🌠

It happens only once every 32–33 months — a moment ancient cultures saw as a time of renewal and transformation.

📍When: After sunset or before sunrise

✨Mark your calendars — the darkness will shine brighter than ever.

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SATURDAY,  AUGUST 23, 2025

  
                    Family is Everything…


 Today on face book: 
Geni's post about her Mom...

"My mother was reunited with her sweetheart this week and I know my Dad reached out for her with a wink and a big smile, just as he always did.

My mom was so many things.

*Mother: she was the best mom, she loved us, unconditionally. She was a safe space, our advocate, protector. My mom once told teenage me to always use her as an excuse to get out of any situation where I was uncomfortable, ie. “I can’t go, my mom will be so mad” and everyone knew that Vicki meant business. She was a true redhead, spicy and ready to rumble for her kids.

* *Cook: oh boy, could my mom cook…her Thanksgiving dinners are the stuff of legend, along with her pot roast, mashed potatoes and gravy. She could make a beautiful meal out of the most simple ingredients. My mom was the original “farm-to-table “… it’s all we knew.

* *Seamstress: She made all my prom dresses…and they were amazing! She could take a picture and bring it to life. She didn’t need a pattern…she made everything special and you felt special wearing something my mom created.

**Wife: she was a farmer’s wife, a bishop’s wife, a missionary wife. I know now how hard it must have been to hold down the house when my dad was gone so much. She worked side by side with my dad, often driving beet truck for him. She knew how to work hard and passed that trait to all of us. Best of all, she loved my dad. Their love story is such a gift.

* *Grandmother: she was the absolute best grandma! She made every one of her 30 grandchildren feel like they were the favorite. She was a “ big hugs and chocolate chip cookies” kind of grandma. She loved big and loud and with lots of chocolate milk. “Grandma Week” during every summer was the highlight of all my kids’s childhoods.

* *Disciple: she loved the Savior. She taught me from a very young age to go the extra mile for Him. To serve in any capacity with everything you’ve got. So proud to say that I get my “extraness” from my mother.

* *She loved lipstick, jewelry, false eyelashes, chocolate, and her family. I will miss her fire, her irreverence (she had just a smidge) and just being with her. See you soon Mommy.

*Families are truly forever. "🤍

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025


                     
Family is Everything…


 Sunday







Relief Society...





Missy Ballantyne

taught the lesson.












** *I am so thankful for The Plan of Salvation and the Atonement of  Jesus Christ that makes this

 Great Plan operational.

At the end of this 
August 24th,

I pray you have had a                           restful, peaceful, and spiritual     Sabbath Day...

I share these truths as                                my testimony to you...


Heavenly Father lives and knows us each by name. He loves us and wants us to return to Him and Heavenly Mother when we leave this mortal existence.  He loves us just as we are at this very moment.

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Jesus Christ came to earth as The Only Begotten of the Father and fulfilled the Atonement. He is the Redeemer of all. 

“An omnicompetent God leaves all mortals free to choose, but how grateful we should be that God chose long, long ago to rescue and to resurrect all His children through the Atonement of His Son. Nevertheless, some reject and many are indifferent to these and other divine beckonings, mostly because they are too caught up in the cares of the world. They are strangers to the Savior, who is far from the thoughts and intents of their hearts.”

Neal A Maxwell

How Choice a Seer!


                                                                     Revelation 19:16: -- "And he hath on his vesture and on
 his thigh a name written, 
KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS".


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I am thankful for the guidance of the Holy Ghost as the third member of the Godhead. 
Walt said to me once: "I look forward to thanking the Holy Ghost in person when I get to Heaven. I don't think we give Him enough credit for all He does."

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Joseph Smith was foreordained to be the Prophet of the Restoration.  He is the Restorer of all things.
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President Russell M. Nelson is the Living Prophet today for all the world. 
“Keep on the covenant path,”                                         “Gather Israel,”                                                                     “Let God prevail,”                                                                 “Build bridges of understanding,”                                 “Give thanks,”                                                             “Increase your faith in Jesus Christ,”                                 “Take charge of your testimony,”                                         and “Become a peacemaker.”

Russell M. Nelson

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The Bible is "the Word of God as far as it is translated correctly" and is a Testament of the Divinity of Jesus Christ.
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The Book of Mormon is the Word of God and is Another Testament of Jesus Christ. It is the most correct book of any book on earth.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the True Church on the earth today.  Because of the restored Priesthood Temple Ordinances families can be sealed for eternity.

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Of these truths I testify in the Name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Eileen Petersen
August 24, 2025 
                                   
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August 25-31, 2025


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