Evolution is just a theory

I woke up with terrible sinus pressure this morning, and I’m functioning in a bit of a fog. I had a post planned for today, but can’t think straight enough to finish it. But then I ran across Mindful Digressions’ post. This one is good. One day (hopefully soon) I’ll add my own thoughts on

I was afraid I’d be excommunicated

This is for you, brother Gallagher A few weeks ago, I was having a conversation with an LDS friend about this blog.  I told him I wanted to publish a blog about my political point of view and how it affects me as a member in the church.  He thought it was a great idea, and

Depression—A Battle Too Big to Fight Alone

Originally posted on Seth Adam Smith:
A few months ago, my brother and I were asked to take part in a Mormon Message about suicide prevention. I hope that it is helpful to you. If someone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, please continue to place your arm of love around them. Believe me, a…

Honor, Greatness, and Courage…

Originally posted on Morning Story and Dilbert:
Vintage DilbertNovember 11, 2011 Kleenex Alert As I came out of the supermarket that sunny day, pushing my cart of groceries towards my car, I saw an old man with the hood of his car up and a lady sitting inside the car, with the door open. The…

We Need A Little Thanksgiving

November is a beautiful time of year! Being thankful is better than all of the Christmas gifts put together because you are reminded of all of the gifts you already have. I have decided that just as we devote a whole month to Christmas, we really need to devote a whole month to Thanksgiving. So this month’s

The Tree

Originally posted on Lucky Otters Haven:
Until August 1999, I had a vague concept of God and if anyone had asked, would have told them I was agnostic, leaning toward atheist. I was very far away from God in those days–embroiled in a deteriorating marriage to a narcissistic psychopath, drinking and smoking pot in an…