Hello all my precious children,

Becky set up this blog for me and asked if I would write some words of wisdom, don't laugh, I might have some. I have been thinking for some time how important the temple should be in our lives ' and for most of us it is not. I have been reading this wonderful book called "temple Worship", and I would like to share some wisdom from it. First of the the purpose for which temples are constructed is also the same purpose for which the earth was created, and that is to establishing and nurturing families. Life can get so hectic sometimes and we let our priorities get confused but we need to realize that is important to get them in the right order. Pres. Hinkley said, " we are living in a very difficult season in the history of the world. Standards are dropping everywhere. Nothing seems to be sacred anymore... the family appears to be falling apart. the traditional family is under attack I do not know that things were worse in Sodom and Gomorrah. Notwithstanding things were so bad that Jehovah decreed their destruction. We see similar conditions today. I think our Father must weep as he looks down on his wayward sons and daughters.

Our only hope, and rescues in the poison and downward spiral of the world is n the word of the Lord and in the sealing power of the priesthood found in the Lords temple". the temple is a symbol of our commitment to the Father and the Son. Again quoting Pres Hinkley, "The Lord would be pleased if every adult member of the church would be worthy and carry a current temple recommend. In a way they could be considered meaningful "dress rehearsals" for that grand colloquy when you stand before the Great Judge."

May each of us make a commitment to visit the temple more often and especially go as a family once a month. It is my strongest desire for each of my children to love the Lord ad serve him to the best of his or her ability. Always remember that I love you all so much. You have enriched my life in so many ways. Please keep coming to see us and keep the phone calls coming they are an important part of my life.

love mum