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How Quick and Easy is TOO Quick and Easy?

I am all for quick and easy. In fact, we live in such a fast-paced world with so many technological improvements and advancements—we Westerners have come to expect that things will happen instantaneously. When it comes to our home businesses, however, we really need to work at balancing quick and easy with efficiency, thoroughness and complete customer service. It can be a difficult business reality to balance. We have to be able to compete and that often means a quick turnaround and ability to meet very steep deadlines. But, we also need to do quality work and make sure that … Continue reading →

Gospel Doctrine: Straightway & Immediately

When you finish up Matthew chapter 4, you learn of the calling of Peter, Andrew, James, and John, two sets of brothers, all four fishermen. Their response to the Savior’s call showed the depth of their faith and the testimony of the Holy Ghost. If you check the JST of verse 19, you can see that Christ revealed His divine nature to Peter and Andrew. “I am he of whom it is written by the prophets.” Surely the Holy Ghost testified to them of the truth of His words. Although the scriptures do not tell us that he identified Himself … Continue reading →

Spicy Tortilla Soup

When you don’t want to take an hour and a half to prepare dinner, this Spicy Tortilla Soup is a good recipe to get out. Spicy Tortilla Soup is as simple to make as chopping a few different vegetables and opening several cans. You take the ingredients, throw them into a pot and simmer together about 15 minutes. Serve the soup over chips, add cheese to the top of each bowl, and you’ll easily serve up a meal that looks and tastes surprisingly good. Here’s what you’ll need and how to make: Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 Tbsp Olive … Continue reading →

Gospel Doctrine: Testifying of Christ

As I studied Luke 2:15-39 this morning, I was touched by the number of witnesses proclaimed the divinity of the infant Christ. I examined the actions of the shepherds, Simeon, and Anna, all of whom recognized in the babe His true identity. I then pondered how I could and should be like them. The shepherds were the first group I encountered in today’s scripture study. Having been persuaded by the visitation of the Heavenly Host, they decided to go to Bethlehem immediately to see these things for themselves. I love the way the scriptures describe their actions – “they came … Continue reading →

RS/EQ: Ye Ought ‘Not Procrastinate the Day of Your Repentence’

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We are already a week into the new year. How are you doing at keeping your New Year’s resolutions? Have you started yet, or are you putting them off until ‘tomorrow’? Some resolutions may not matter, but others may well have eternal consequences. The first Priesthood/Relief Society lesson from “Teachings of the Presidents of the Church” is entitled “To Live With Him Someday.” President Kimball discusses the things we need to do to return home to our Heavenly Father. As I studied the lesson, one of President Kimball’s quotes stood out in my mind. One of the most serious human … Continue reading →

All Choked Up Dip

With flavor packed marinated artichokes, cream cheese and crispy pita wedges… who wouldn’t love this dip? INGREDIENTS: 8 oz cream cheese 12 oz shredded mozzarella 1 c mayonnaise 1 c grated parmesan 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 jars marinated artichoke hearts 1 package pita bread DIRECTIONS: 1. Drain artichokes well and tear them apart with your fingers. 2. Cut up pita bread into chip size triangles, seperate and bake on a cookie sheet until crispy (approx 5 minutes). 3. Combine all other ingredients and mash. Bake in a uncovered casserole dish for approx 30 … Continue reading →