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I have a Heavenly Father who knows me better than I know myself. He created my spirit. He is perfect. & Christ is the father of this beautiful earth, including man. I'm grateful for His creations. He is the perfect example.
I was born into the home of goodly parents. I have an earthly father who would do anything for me.
I don't say that in a spoiled way. I say that with the utmost respect. It's nice knowing you can count on someone.
I have a father-in-law who helped shape the amazing man I married.
And that amazing man I married is now a father himself. 

I love Fathers.

I spoke in church today on the conference talk "For Peace at Home" by Elder Scott

I loved this talk because it was centered on Christ.

"One of the greatest blessings we can offer to the world is the power of a Christ-centered home where the gospel is taught, covenants are kept, and love abounds."

I testify that I know the Atonement of Jesus Christ is the source of peace.  We must continually strive to make Christ the centerpiece of our homes. There is too much to lose if we become distracted. 

“Satan’s fate is decided. He knows he has lost, but he wants to take as many with him as he can. He will try to ruin your goodness and abilities by exploiting your weaknesses. Stay on the Lord’s side, and you will win every time.”




I love my husband. I’m grateful for the worthy priesthood holder that he is. I love seeing the father that he has become. I’m grateful that the gospel connects us eternally.  No greater joy can be found outside the bounds of an eternal marriage with Christ connecting us to our eternal potential.



He dropped me off my second year of college (drove from FL to UT)
Mr Smith loves being a dad


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