Monthly Archives: September 2026

Amazing Parallels Between Jewish Holy Days and Symbols and the Joseph Smith Story

Posted on September 22, 2026 by treeoflifemama

Hey it’s the first day of fall, y’all! Besides that, today is such an important, albeit hidden anniversary! It was 203 years ago on Sept. 21-22, 1823 that Joseph Smith received instructions from an angel of God, Moroni, during the … Continue reading →

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9 Tips for Understanding Isaiah

Posted on September 20, 2026 by treeoflifemama

It’s that time, when for my church’s study of the Old Testament this year, in the study guide Come Follow Me (Christ), we spend five weeks studying Isaiah. As quoted above in the image, Christ has commanded us to “search … Continue reading →

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August 2026 Thrift Haul #frugalfriday and Decorating With Seasonal Picture Books

Posted on September 18, 2026 by treeoflifemama

It’s Frugal Friday! I finally have the time to share my August 2026 Thrift Haul. I went thrifting once a week last month. I found some gems, as evidenced in these photos. I went specifically looking for some back-to-school and … Continue reading →

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10 Top Tips for Using a Yoto Player and its Technology

Posted on September 14, 2026 by treeoflifemama

You’ve probably heard all about the wondrous devices called Yoto Players. My two grandsons, ages 5 and 7 enjoy theirs. In case you don’t know what a Yoto Player is, here’s an explanation. A Yoto player is a rugged, kid-friendly … Continue reading →

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The Power of His Name + Jesus Knows Us By Name

Posted on September 13, 2026 by treeoflifemama

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the power of a name, and the power of Christ’s name. It started with a discussion of this talk, below, in my Relief Society meeting a few weeks ago. (Relief Society is the … Continue reading →

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Relative Race Season 17 Starts A Week From Today!

Posted on September 6, 2026 by treeoflifemama

The G.O.A.T. TV show is premiering its Season 17 a week from today! It’s Relative Race, on BYUTV. Go here to watch all previous episodes of all previous 16 seasons. Then on Sunday September 13, 2026, you can watch Season … Continue reading →

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Get Outside More + Read Aloud More = Your Homeschool Year Will Rock!

Posted on September 5, 2026 by treeoflifemama

This video below provided the most laugh out loud moments I’ve had all week. Oh my! It was so funny! Only other mothers will laugh at it too, sorry dads and kids. It features Sarah Mackenzie of readaloudrevival.com fame and … Continue reading →

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Come See What the Lord Hath Done in My Life of August 2026: 35 years of Marriage, Blackberries, Meeting Grandpa and Grandma Beck, Peter Rabbit Birthday Party and More!

Posted on September 1, 2026 by treeoflifemama

For this past week’s Come Follow Christ study we were asked to read some of the Psalms, 49-86. I especially love Psalm 66:5, which says “Come see what the Lord hath done.” Here is what the Lord has done for … Continue reading →

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