Author Archives: hillshum

I went to the Eagle Forum Convention on Saturday January 15. David Barton, of http://wallbuilders.com was the keynote speaker. I had heard of this guy years ago and got a video by him called “America’s Godly Heritage.” In that amazing … Continue reading →

Wow, I just read this amazing article by my friend and fellow La Leche League Leader (at least she used to be when I lived in Provo). Her name is Valerie Hudson Cassler, and I fondly call her my “grandma” … Continue reading →

On Saturday I learned so many cool things from going to the Utah Eagle Forum Convention. David Barton, a guy from Texas who has been on the Glenn Beck show recently, gave the keynote speech. He is the founder of … Continue reading →

I love Christmas and love to stretch out the season by keeping the decorations up after New Year’s and continuing to read Christmas books. My kids and I are still reading An Angel on Main Street and loving it for … Continue reading →

Stephen Pratt, a righteous man who is very knowledgeable about U.S. history and government is coming to town. At least, some towns in Utah. If you live in Utah one of these classes is probably within two hours from you … Continue reading →

If you homeschool, or are curious about homeschooling (you know you are), feel free to join this free homeschoolers’ conference. It will be done by phone and the Web, so you don’t have to find a babysitter or go out … Continue reading →

As a child, I think I had the desire shared by all children, for every day to be Christmas. Then I grew up and became Santa. In other words, a sensible, boring adult with responsibilities. That childhood desire became relief … Continue reading →

Last Sunday in sacrament meeting a couple in our ward gave talks about their most memorable Christmases. The husband shared a sweet story that brought tears to my eyes. He was 9 years old, living in Tennessee, and his parents … Continue reading →

I organized an event recently to hear Jack Monnett speak. If you don’t know who he is, just Google his name and get his books and read them. They will open up your eyes more than ever to the truth … Continue reading →

What’s a parent to do when asked about Santa Claus by a child?   I don’t believe in lying. I also want to encourage a belief in goodness and delight in unseen, unknown forces that work together for our good. … Continue reading →