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Family Night at the Movies: Dangal

Posted on August 10, 2019 by treeoflifemama

During my week-long family reunion at a cabin in the mountains of Utah in July, my sibs and our kids and I watched this fascinating movie out of Bollywood called Dangal. The title word literally means “honor” in Hindi. Since … Continue reading →

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Vaccination Education Resources and a Short Recap of Vaccine Info from 2018 Health Conference

Posted on August 10, 2019 by treeoflifemama

  Remember when I announced the Your Health Freedom Conference that happened in Utah last fall? One of the topics presented at this conference was about vaccines. Since it’s back-to-school time, many of you are faced once again with the … Continue reading →

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Let the Book Speak for Itself, Without a Title, So Any False Preconceived Notions Aren’t Stirred Up

Posted on August 9, 2019 by treeoflifemama

  “And moreover, I say unto you, that the time shall come when the knowledge of a Savior shall spread throughout every nation, kindred, tongue, and people. And behold, when that time cometh, none shall be found blameless before God, except it be little children, only through repentance … Continue reading →

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2019 UT Family Reunions: Cousin Time!

Posted on August 2, 2019 by treeoflifemama

  I recently got back from a three week vacation in Utah. It was just what I wanted and needed, for a change in my routine. That is, except for a slight hiccup that happened in the middle, which surprisingly … Continue reading →

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Nontoxic Elimination of Bed Bugs

Posted on August 2, 2019 by treeoflifemama

I just got back from a three-week vacation to Utah. The vacation was full of reunions and nostalgia and soooo fun! Another piece of nostalgia comes from my memory of coming back last year from Utah after a six week … Continue reading →

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Reading Aloud: An Obstinate Act of Love, Especially As You Defy Digital Distractions

Posted on July 23, 2019 by treeoflifemama

Sarah Mackenzie recently did a podcast episode that captures my thinking of how and why reading aloud is so magical. It features an interview with the author of the book below, Meghan Cox Gurdon. Listen here. She answers a question … Continue reading →

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Homemade Ice Cream that Even Stays Cold and Scoopable When Out All Day at a Picnic

Posted on July 16, 2019 by treeoflifemama

My friend Myra over at aheartfullofjoy.com, has this super awesome way to make perfectly scoopable ice cream that stays cold and scoopable, even as you take it with you to picnics and hikes! It does require a gadget called a … Continue reading →

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I’m Glad that I Live in This Beautiful World

Posted on July 16, 2019 by treeoflifemama

Lately, I’ve had a Primary song floating through my head. It’s the one that says  “He gave me my eyes that I may see, the color of butterfly wings… “I’m glad that I live in this beautiful world Heavenly Father … Continue reading →

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Out of the Best Books: Classics We Enjoyed for May, June and July 2019

Posted on July 13, 2019 by treeoflifemama

  Here are most of the books we’ve been enjoying since May. If you want to be reminded of why it’s so important to read in this day of cheap, easy entertainment (otherwise known as the screen), go here to … Continue reading →

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What Are We Really Celebrating Today on the 4th of July?

Posted on July 4, 2019 by treeoflifemama

  The kids and I listened to David Barton’s Wallbuilders’ podcast yesterday while driving.   It was pathetic that most people, those who were walking on the streets of Philadelphia, could not answer this question: “What do we celebrate on … Continue reading →

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