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"Time moves slowly, but passes quickly...
On this blog I share with family and friends my daily thoughts, doings, what interests me, and--at times--tributes to my eternal sweetheart, Walt, who graduated to heaven on 8-21-2020.
On this blog I share with family and friends my daily thoughts, doings, what interests me, and--at times--tributes to my eternal sweetheart, Walt, who graduated to heaven on 8-21-2020.
Dedicated to our seven children--Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, Jen, their spouses, our 39 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and posterity to come.
Dedicated to our seven children--Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, Jen, their spouses, our 39 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and posterity to come.
THIS WEEK- JUNE 1-7, 2026
THIS WEEK- JUNE 1-7, 2026
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026
Family is Everything... Sunrise: 7: a.m. Sunset: 7: p.m. 3 Days above normal --breaking records...
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MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026
Family is Everything…
Happy June 1st…{1} ♪♫June is bustin’ out all over♫♪♫♪All over the meadow and the hill!
Buds're bustin' outa bushes
And the rompin' river pushesEv'ry little wheel that wheels beside the mill!
{2} ♪♫June is bustin’ out all over!♫♪♫♪The feelin' is gettin' so intense
That the young Virginia creepers
Hev been huggin' the bejeepers
Outa all the mornin'-glories on the fence.
Because it's June!
June, June, June
Just because it’s June, June, June!♪♫”
{3} ♪♫June is bustin’ out all over!♫♪♫♪The ocean is full of Jacks and Jills,
With her little tail a-swishin'
Ev'ry lady fish is wishin'
That a male would come
And grab her by the gills!
Because it's June! June, June, June Just because it’s June, June, June!♪♫”
Fresh and alive and gay and young
June is a love song, sweetly sung {4} ♪♫June is bustin’ out all over!♫♪♫♪
The saplin's are bustin' out with sap!
Love he's found my brother, "Junior,"
And my sister's even lunier,
And my ma is gettin' kittenish with Pap.
“♪♫June is bustin’ out all over♫♪♫♪(…believe it or not, there are even more verses…)
Rodgers and HammersteinCarousel—opening on Broadway April 19,1945-- is the second musical by the team of Richard Rodgers (music) and Oscar Hammerstein II (book and lyrics)…. The show includes the well-known songs "If I Loved You", "June Is Bustin' Out All Over" and "You'll Never Walk Alone". Richard Rodgers later wrote that Carousel was his favorite of all his musicals.In 1999,Time magazine named Carousel the best musical of the Century.
And that's more than you
ever wanted to know...
*** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** Monday I caught UP
Buds're bustin' outa bushes
And the rompin' river pushes
{2} ♪♫June is bustin’ out all over!♫♪♫♪
That the young Virginia creepers
Hev been huggin' the bejeepers
Outa all the mornin'-glories on the fence.
June, June, June
Just because it’s June, June, June!♪♫”
With her little tail a-swishin'
Ev'ry lady fish is wishin'
That a male would come
And grab her by the gills!
Because it's June! June, June, June
Fresh and alive and gay and young
June is a love song, sweetly sung
The saplin's are bustin' out with sap!
Love he's found my brother, "Junior,"
And my sister's even lunier,
And my ma is gettin' kittenish with Pap.
Rodgers and Hammerstein
on my blog.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026Family is Everything…
Flash back to June 2019 when Linda Hartley wassung Happy Birthday to at Lunch Bunchat Mi Ranchito...today June 2, 2026 isher 81st birthday. JUNE 2019 
Sharon and Tammy
Valerie, Judy, Kaye
Shauna and Eileen
We all liked what we ordered.
I had a beef enchilada
with rice and beans.
Linda was given a complimentary
dish of fried ice cream
because it was her
birthday June 2.
They brought her a sombrero...
...and sang "Happy Birthday" to her.
We loved talking with each other.
Some left before I got this
photo outside...
Can you tell the wind is blowing?
When I got home,Walt and I biked this afternoonfor 30 minutes at the south club house...
I had a beef enchilada
with rice and beans.
dish of fried ice cream
because it was her
birthday June 2.
Some left before I got this
photo outside...
Can you tell the wind is blowing?
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Our Tuesday night movie was: ...the last two hours ofCLEOPATRA from 1963
Love having Gary comefor movie night.
WEDNESDAY,JUNE 3, 2026
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Family is
Everything
Lunch Bunch was at
Chuck-a-Rama...
Bunco at Jennie's home...
Bunco Group photo...
8 were
THURSDAY,
JUNE 4, 2026
Family is
Everything…
Happy
FRIDAY,
JUNE 5, 2026
JUNE 5, 2026
Family is
Everything…
of
SATURDAY,
JUNE 6, 2026
Family is
Everything…
Rendezvousing with no one...
but praying for the safe
flight from Rome
to Salt Lake City
for Janie, Steve,
Cortney, and Carter.
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MEANWHILE IN INDIA...
The BYU Ballroom Team and Leaders
visited the TAJ MAHAL today...
Jacee, Michael, Darby Jo
What makes Taj Mahal iconic?
The Taj Mahal is iconic for several reasons:
- Architectural
Marvel: A masterpiece of Mughal architecture, blending Indian, Persian,
and Islamic styles. Its perfect proportions, symmetry, and intricate
marble inlays make it a stunning visual experience.
- Historical
Significance: Commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his
beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is a symbol of eternal love.
- Cultural
Symbolism: It represents the rich cultural heritage of India and is often
considered a symbol of love and beauty.
- UNESCO
World Heritage Site: Recognized for its cultural and historical
significance, the Taj Mahal attracts millions of visitors worldwide.
The Taj Mahal's iconic status is a testament to the
ingenuity and craftsmanship of the artisans who built it, as well as the
enduring power of love and beauty.
SAT, JUNE 6, 2026 – WILD FIRE
BREAKING: A new wildfire, dubbed “Stillwater Fire,” has
ignited south of Saratoga Springs, according to Utah Fire Info. Link in
comments.
[Eileen's note: just west of the temple, which is just west of us.]
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Best case scenario coming out of the Saratoga Springs fire
this evening: no injuries and no property damage, including to the new high
school, which would have been a total catastrophe for our community.
What an incredible response by fire crews from Saratoga
Springs, Lehi, Unified Fire Authority, Utah County and the State of Utah. I’m
grateful for the leadership of Fire Chief Johnson, Mayor Carn and City Manager
Christensen throughout this incident.
Events like this are important opportunities to fine tune
skills, test emergency preparedness and identify ways to improve future
responses.
A big thank you to our firefighters, police officers and
sheriff's deputies who work very hard every day and run toward danger to
protect life and property. Today, they did it while battling a fast moving fire
in 95-degree heat. We are fortunate to have such dedicated public servants
protecting our community.
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UPDATE: Glamer Lane Fire, now estimated to be 175 acres, has
two nearby streets under evacuation in Saratoga Springs. Officials ask the
public to avoid the area, particularly Mountain View Corridor, as crews
respond.
Here are some photos
people took who live
by the temple...
SUNDAY,
JUNE 7, 2026
Family is
Everything
Saratoga Springs 3rd Ward
Fast and Testimony Meeting...
Ten testimonies were shared...
1. Bishop Justin Johnson
2. Eileen Petersen
3. Brittany Johnson
4. Marjorie Hooper
5. Maggie Williams
6. Kylee Ballantyne
7. Bo Miller
8. Jo Ann Gifford
9. Cynthia Vaillancourt
10. David South
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Gospel Doctrine Class
Camie Williams - teacher
"My Heart Rejoiceth"
Ruth 1 -- Samuel 1-7
Redemption is equal because Christ is infinite...
-- Alma 34:14.
Glory is different because agency is real...
-- Doctrine and Covenants 93:31.
--The Bronze Serpent
What makes Taj Mahal iconic?
The Taj Mahal is iconic for several reasons:
- Architectural
Marvel: A masterpiece of Mughal architecture, blending Indian, Persian,
and Islamic styles. Its perfect proportions, symmetry, and intricate
marble inlays make it a stunning visual experience.
- Historical
Significance: Commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his
beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is a symbol of eternal love.
- Cultural
Symbolism: It represents the rich cultural heritage of India and is often
considered a symbol of love and beauty.
- UNESCO
World Heritage Site: Recognized for its cultural and historical
significance, the Taj Mahal attracts millions of visitors worldwide.
The Taj Mahal's iconic status is a testament to the
ingenuity and craftsmanship of the artisans who built it, as well as the
enduring power of love and beauty.
SAT, JUNE 6, 2026 – WILD FIRE
BREAKING: A new wildfire, dubbed “Stillwater Fire,” has
ignited south of Saratoga Springs, according to Utah Fire Info. Link in
comments.
[Eileen's note: just west of the temple, which is just west of us.]
XXX XXX XXX
Best case scenario coming out of the Saratoga Springs fire
this evening: no injuries and no property damage, including to the new high
school, which would have been a total catastrophe for our community.
What an incredible response by fire crews from Saratoga
Springs, Lehi, Unified Fire Authority, Utah County and the State of Utah. I’m
grateful for the leadership of Fire Chief Johnson, Mayor Carn and City Manager
Christensen throughout this incident.
Events like this are important opportunities to fine tune
skills, test emergency preparedness and identify ways to improve future
responses.
A big thank you to our firefighters, police officers and
sheriff's deputies who work very hard every day and run toward danger to
protect life and property. Today, they did it while battling a fast moving fire
in 95-degree heat. We are fortunate to have such dedicated public servants
protecting our community.
XXX XXX XXX
UPDATE: Glamer Lane Fire, now estimated to be 175 acres, has
two nearby streets under evacuation in Saratoga Springs. Officials ask the
public to avoid the area, particularly Mountain View Corridor, as crews
respond.
Here are some photos
Redemption is equal because Christ is infinite...
-- Alma 34:14.
Glory is different because agency is real...
-- Doctrine and Covenants 93:31.
--The Bronze Serpent
** *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 June 7th, 2026I 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".
*** *** ****** *** ***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.*** *** ***President Dallin H. Oaks is the Living Prophet today for all the world. 
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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.*** *** ***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.*** *** ***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.
PriesthoodAaronic andMelchizedek
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*** *** ***Of these truths I testify in the Name of Jesus Christ, amen.Eileen PetersenJune 7, 2026 "Time moves slowly, but passes quickly...
I pray you have had a restful, peaceful, and spiritual Sabbath Day...
I share these truths as my testimony to you...
Neal A Maxwell
How Choice a Seer!
