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Exploring the Stunning Beauty of Temple Square’s Flowers During Conference Weekend

2025-01-16T15:57:14+00:00January 16th, 2025|Dian's Journey, LDS Church Experiences|

Those who live in Salt Lake City will know that the place to check out the most beautiful flowers is on Temple Square.   They seem to be especial amazing near conference weekend. Every year I look forward to walking Temple Square to see the colors, [...]

The Fourth of July – A Celebration of Freedom

2025-01-16T15:57:14+00:00January 16th, 2025|Fourth of July|

The History Behind Independence Day On the Fourth of July we celebrate the day that American colonies declared their independence from England. By 1774, the colonists were becoming increasingly frustrated with England because of their escalating taxes, yet they had no representation in England’s parliament. [...]

Brighton’s 4th of July Parade: A Heartwarming Celebration in the Wasatch Mountains

2025-01-16T15:56:51+00:00January 16th, 2025|Family Fun, Fourth of July, USA|

Fourteen miles east of Salt Lake City, deep in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains is the mountain village of Brighton. In winter it is the home of the Brighton/Solitude Ski resort. In the summer it’s where you go to cool off from the summer [...]

The Secret to China’s Slim Population: Lifestyle Insights

2025-01-16T16:08:33+00:00January 16th, 2025|Fitness and Lifestyle, Health, Wellness and Lifestyle|

China's Impressive Health Statistics China has over one billion three hundred million people. To help you put it in perspective, for every person in America there are 5 people in China. The obesity rate in America is over sixty percent. I go to China and [...]

Riding Across Iowa: My RAGBRAI Journey and Weight Loss Transformation

2025-01-16T15:55:04+00:00January 16th, 2025|Fitness and Lifestyle, USA, Weight Loss|

In 1847 the Mormon pioneers crossed Iowa walking with their wagons. Today there are still people crossing Iowa. This week I joined 17,000 cyclists to ride from the west side of Iowa to the east. The ride went from  July 25 – 31st.  The ride [...]

Creative Halloween Party Ideas: Fun Food and Decorations for a Spooky Celebration

2025-01-16T15:55:03+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Halloween|

Halloween parties can be creative, fun and filled with imagination. The food and decoration can be an adventure. Though the years I have loved coming up with unusually ideas. Here are some of my favorite: Paper-Plate Skeleton-Perfect for hanging from doors and windows, this scary [...]

Fun and Creative Ways to Use Pumpkins for Halloween: Snacks, Decorations, and More

2025-01-16T15:55:02+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Delicious Food, Halloween|

One of my favorite times to create memories with the kids and grandkids is at Halloween. The one thing that is the same all over the country is pumpkin. Here are several fun ways to use pumpkins. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: Roast the seeds from young [...]

Last-Minute Halloween Ideas for Parties, Costumes, and Decorations

2025-01-16T15:54:32+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Halloween, Kids|

Halloween is upon us and if you or looking for some last minute ideas to inspire you for a party, costume, or just for fun here are some that you will enjoy. Use rolls of toilet paper and decorate them as witches for a centerpiece. [...]

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