Elder Maxwell on Secularism

I know I've posted a lot of videos lately. Why spoil a good trend. This video is from a talk given by Elder Maxwell, I think in the late 70's. Just listening to him speak makes me feel smarter :) I love the point he makes at the end about the crowds in the great and spacious building.

The Founder's Almanac

This was an interesting book for me to read. It actually is more like a collection of writing. Several essays are written about prominent founders including George Washington, and Ben Franklin, Alexander Hamilton and such. It was cool to find out some previously unknown information. My favorite part of the book was quotes from the founders on various subjects. You can look up subjects from religion and marriage, to democracy, republics and the free market and find a great quote from a well known founder. Also included are the Declaration of Independence, The Constitution and Washington's Farewell Address. It's a good book to have on hand as a resource.

One Nation Under God

I recently saw this video and thought others would like to see it also. The artist is actually LDS, so that's kinda cool. Enjoy.

So, it's been quite a while since I've been on here. It looks as though everybody (except Rychelle, you seem to be better about checking it, and Sarah, of course) needs a reminder to come and check it out every so often. Anyway, I just finished reading a book that was really good. Better than I thought it was going to be. The Two Princesses of Bamarre by Gail Carson Levine. It is the same author of Ella Enchanted (which I also really enjoyed). This is a great story about finding courage. There is elements of magic, and mythical monsters, and a little bit of romance (not overdone, though). I highly reccommend this book. I hope everyone has a great day!
Jessaca

Women Walking and Rocking

Here is the footage from the Women's Fitness Celebration. What a fun event. My favorite part of the footage is when mom asks if it is recording and I confidently tell her no. Doh!! Anyway enjoy.

The Witches by Roald Dahl

I watched this movie when I was around 10 or 11. I was terrrified and freaked out and literally had nightmares for months because of this lady:

She is so scary and really freaked me out....She STILL GIVES ME CHILLS!!

Here is another picture from the movie. I wasn't afraid of this picture...

I was afraid of this...

So, a while ago, when Adam was bookshopping, He brought home The witches by Roald Dahl...as a joke.



I wasn't planning to read this...EVER... but desparation called and I picked it up and actually, it was really cute and fun and a great read. And the level is young enough for the older grandkiddies to read!

Chears to the people who chose Angelica Houston for the role of the Grand-High Witch...she was Great!! and scary!

Nick of Time

I haven't actually read this book. But, I've heard good things about it. It's apparently especially good for kids around 7-8. Nick, the hero, ends up traveling through time, from what I can gather to save his sister. There are apparently pirates involved.