Sept 9 2018
I was on my way to the Temple, feeling good because I was going earlier. I had found a parking space right away, and looking forward to my time serving in the Temple.
As I was walking across the stone walkway across the Conference Center, My shoe caught one of the edges of one of the brick like stones, and I found myself heading toward the cement My glasses went flying as my forehead, nose and chin hit the cement. I thought for sure that I had broken my nose, and bit my lip. I rolled on to my back, there was nothing I could do but lay there. My head was hurting, my nose and mouth, also my knees and hands.
I heard someone ask if I was alright, I moved my head to indicate that I was not. I heard her call for Security... One of the Sisters I work with was soon at my side, holding my hand. I also had in my hand my Temple recommend, which she took and put into my purse, so I would not loose it.... I asked her to tell Sis Rose, my supervisor, that I may not make it today. I heard someone say that I was a Temple worker.
I was soon surrounded by Church Security, Temple Security, Paramedics, Fireman, and others.
I was checked over to make sure I would be ok, Someone started asking me questions, How old was I...74, What is your name... Carolyn Walker, Do you know where you live... Grantsville, Do you have some identification?... They wanted to take me to a hospital, but I told them I could not afford it. The Temple Security had brought a wheel chair for me to ride in, and they took me to the Temple. I was embarrassed, but grateful for all the kindness. As I was helped to my feet, I saw a Paramedic van, and a Bright Cherry Red, brand new, huge ladder firetruck sitting on the corner!.....You could not have had a bigger flag than that!
I soon found Sister Rose, who told me that she had assigned my work schedule out, and I would be studding for a while. After two hours of keeping a eye on me, she asked if I would be able to drive home. which I did. Sister Rose gave me the phone number of the Secretary to the Temple President, and told her I would be calling her.....and told me she wanted me to call her as soon as I got home.
My nose was swollen, my lip was too and bleeding inside my skin. My chin ended up being black and blue with the blood bleeding inside. My lip was swollen. My forehead hurt.
I hurt all over, my wrist and knee were brused too....To my surprise, my glasses were not broken, not even a scratch on them...
Launie happened to come from Idaho, and stayed with me a few days, which was a great blessing.
After the shocked look on Brother Grua's face, I asked if he would give me a priesthood blessing. Which he did, In the blessing he blessed me that my body would heal quickly. He also said that Lynn was present.... Launie also said she had felt his presence to.
After seeing my Chiropractor, and my Doctor, I was told that I had a concussion, and pneumonia on both sides... I see the Dr. in two weeks two see where I am at...
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Oct 3, 2018
Sep 15, 2018
Week Three....
Sept 13, 2018
In the Temple this week, I had a full schedule. Among them was my first time at the vale.
It was a small group, about 5 rows of sisters. I knew everything perfectly at home, but walking in front of the vale I got scared. I was hoping to be placed at the end of the line, but instead was placed about the third, which didn't help... I couldn't hide.
I made it through with the help of Sister Rose, my instructor....how ever I kept forgetting the last three words. I hope she couldn't see how I was shacking all over from head to toe. I felt she could have scoped me up with a butter knife off the floor, and I told her so...
It is so different doing this as a worker... than going threw for yourself or a patron.
I realize how important this work is, and how many folks are waiting, and are stuck until their work can be finished. I hope I learn fast, it makes you feel so good all week when you spend time in the Temple, and you make more friends who feel as you do...
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In the Temple this week, I had a full schedule. Among them was my first time at the vale.
It was a small group, about 5 rows of sisters. I knew everything perfectly at home, but walking in front of the vale I got scared. I was hoping to be placed at the end of the line, but instead was placed about the third, which didn't help... I couldn't hide.
I made it through with the help of Sister Rose, my instructor....how ever I kept forgetting the last three words. I hope she couldn't see how I was shacking all over from head to toe. I felt she could have scoped me up with a butter knife off the floor, and I told her so...
It is so different doing this as a worker... than going threw for yourself or a patron.
I realize how important this work is, and how many folks are waiting, and are stuck until their work can be finished. I hope I learn fast, it makes you feel so good all week when you spend time in the Temple, and you make more friends who feel as you do...
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Sep 7, 2018
Serving in Salt Lake Temple...
Sept 7 1820
I was surprised yesterday as I finished my shift at the Temple. For about six hours of being on my feet and walking, and sitting, studying I was not in any pain. Even my shoes did not erratae my feet. But as soon as my shift was over the pain started in. My back was in full pain by the time I drove home, my knees did not want to hold me up, and was painful to walk. I felt totally exhasted, and I looked it in my face. One person told me I looked real tired. Yet I came home with such a very special feeling, a inward happiness, and calmness.
I will start at the vale next week, I hope I will do well. Our instructor, Nancy Rose, is awsome, she was also a school teacher, and a great sense of humor. I found out that she likes to sew, and has made many fancy dresses, like wedding and formals dresses.
from what she has said, I believe she spends several days in the Temple. Both she and her husband serve in the Temple.
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I was surprised yesterday as I finished my shift at the Temple. For about six hours of being on my feet and walking, and sitting, studying I was not in any pain. Even my shoes did not erratae my feet. But as soon as my shift was over the pain started in. My back was in full pain by the time I drove home, my knees did not want to hold me up, and was painful to walk. I felt totally exhasted, and I looked it in my face. One person told me I looked real tired. Yet I came home with such a very special feeling, a inward happiness, and calmness.
I will start at the vale next week, I hope I will do well. Our instructor, Nancy Rose, is awsome, she was also a school teacher, and a great sense of humor. I found out that she likes to sew, and has made many fancy dresses, like wedding and formals dresses.
from what she has said, I believe she spends several days in the Temple. Both she and her husband serve in the Temple.
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Sep 2, 2018
Receiving a Temple calling....
25 Aug 2018
Sister Bingham called, I am to meet with Brother and Sister Rosemary Wixom in the Salt Lake Temple, on August 23rd at 4:30pm. I was to enter the Temple on the east side and go straight back to the desk. My friend Jeanene Hamatake was there working where the family names are given. She helped me find where I was to go. It was great to see her there.
President Wixcom, the Salt Lake Temple President, laid his hands upon my head and called me to be a Ordance worker in the Salt Lake Temple. My daughter Paulette was present..
Both Bro and Sister Wixom said that Bishop Chesdister, and Stake President Killian said great things about me....
I will work on Thursdays at 10am to about 4pm in the Salt Lake Temple.
This is something I have always wanted to do...
Thursday Aug 30 2018
Today was my first day in training in the Temple. One of the videos they showed was a couple who came to the Temple in their street clothing. They had just came from the doctors office where they found out that their unborn baby girl had died. They needed the comfort of being in the Temple at this special time of their life.
Watching this film and seeing how they were struggling, brought back full feelings of when I lost my son Eugene. I was so overcome, I struggled with my own feelings inside....I could not eat, I could not think clear, I was shaking and was having a hard time breathing. My heart was beating oddly, I only wanted to find a place where I could hide my face and cry my eyes out, hoping to find peace....
Sitting in the study room trying to memorize, I turned my face to the wall and cried out to Heavenly Father for help ..... A soft voice of thought responded....He is ok,...you saw him...he is ok ...he is ok... you saw him....he is ok...he is ok... he is ok.... he is ok....
Slowly my breathing started to return to normal...My heart and emotions calmed down. Soon I was able to function again...I don't know what I would have done if He hadn't helped me.....
I am so Thankful we can receive Heavenly Fathers help when we need him, and know that He is aware of each of us...
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Sister Bingham called, I am to meet with Brother and Sister Rosemary Wixom in the Salt Lake Temple, on August 23rd at 4:30pm. I was to enter the Temple on the east side and go straight back to the desk. My friend Jeanene Hamatake was there working where the family names are given. She helped me find where I was to go. It was great to see her there.
President Wixcom, the Salt Lake Temple President, laid his hands upon my head and called me to be a Ordance worker in the Salt Lake Temple. My daughter Paulette was present..
Both Bro and Sister Wixom said that Bishop Chesdister, and Stake President Killian said great things about me....
I will work on Thursdays at 10am to about 4pm in the Salt Lake Temple.
This is something I have always wanted to do...
Thursday Aug 30 2018
Today was my first day in training in the Temple. One of the videos they showed was a couple who came to the Temple in their street clothing. They had just came from the doctors office where they found out that their unborn baby girl had died. They needed the comfort of being in the Temple at this special time of their life.
Watching this film and seeing how they were struggling, brought back full feelings of when I lost my son Eugene. I was so overcome, I struggled with my own feelings inside....I could not eat, I could not think clear, I was shaking and was having a hard time breathing. My heart was beating oddly, I only wanted to find a place where I could hide my face and cry my eyes out, hoping to find peace....
Sitting in the study room trying to memorize, I turned my face to the wall and cried out to Heavenly Father for help ..... A soft voice of thought responded....He is ok,...you saw him...he is ok ...he is ok... you saw him....he is ok...he is ok... he is ok.... he is ok....
Slowly my breathing started to return to normal...My heart and emotions calmed down. Soon I was able to function again...I don't know what I would have done if He hadn't helped me.....
I am so Thankful we can receive Heavenly Fathers help when we need him, and know that He is aware of each of us...
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Jul 20, 2018
Stake President Killian...
July 20 2018
I had an appointment with Stake President Jason Killian last night. I have known him for many years, he carries a special spirit about him that I have often admired. When we first moved into our home Bro Killian was a counselor to my Bishop Steve Collings. He also helped Lynn put in our sprinkler system around our home.
As I sat in his presents I became aware of how strong his calling is, you could just feel the presents of something special. I have often looked up into his friendly eyes as I have talked with him may times. But this time I felt he could see right through me. I was surprised... and wondered when the time comes when we meet our Lord and Savior, if I will be prepared, when he sees right through me...
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I had an appointment with Stake President Jason Killian last night. I have known him for many years, he carries a special spirit about him that I have often admired. When we first moved into our home Bro Killian was a counselor to my Bishop Steve Collings. He also helped Lynn put in our sprinkler system around our home.
As I sat in his presents I became aware of how strong his calling is, you could just feel the presents of something special. I have often looked up into his friendly eyes as I have talked with him may times. But this time I felt he could see right through me. I was surprised... and wondered when the time comes when we meet our Lord and Savior, if I will be prepared, when he sees right through me...
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Jul 5, 2018
A Wonderful Blessing...
May 26, 2018
Upon returning home from the store, I was surprised to find two blue pickup trucks on my driveway....I found Bro. Doug Holyoak, and Bro. Joshua Schultz working on my back porch.
It was badly weather worn, and was missing a side rail, which had never been added. I always wondered if I could fall off the porch as my balance is not the best. The missing side rail is on the side where the sliding door opens.
They dissembled the porch side, sanded all the wood smooth, painted all the wood, and put it all together again, including railing on both sides of the porch. It was Wonderful...looked so new and easy to walk on. I was very grateful to have it...I felt so bad that they were working in the hot sun for over five hours for me. Bishop Chidester stopped by a little while and helped sand and paint.
Its so nice to be able to walk out onto the porch, and have a handrail all the way down to the cement. I don't know why I am so blessed to be living in a ward where people watch out for me.
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Upon returning home from the store, I was surprised to find two blue pickup trucks on my driveway....I found Bro. Doug Holyoak, and Bro. Joshua Schultz working on my back porch.
It was badly weather worn, and was missing a side rail, which had never been added. I always wondered if I could fall off the porch as my balance is not the best. The missing side rail is on the side where the sliding door opens.
They dissembled the porch side, sanded all the wood smooth, painted all the wood, and put it all together again, including railing on both sides of the porch. It was Wonderful...looked so new and easy to walk on. I was very grateful to have it...I felt so bad that they were working in the hot sun for over five hours for me. Bishop Chidester stopped by a little while and helped sand and paint.
Its so nice to be able to walk out onto the porch, and have a handrail all the way down to the cement. I don't know why I am so blessed to be living in a ward where people watch out for me.
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Jun 7, 2018
Gift of Special Blessings...
May 14, 2018
Yesterday was Mother's Day...
Sometimes we receive sacred blessings that cause us to be in awed, how the Lord is welling to bless us when we are in need, and its unexpected. I was reminded of a lesson I have learned, why people who receive such blessings are not willing to talk about it..... its is because when we talk about it, it doesn't feel special anymore, seems to fade away in our memories, instead of keeping the feeling of humble gratitude.
I know the Lord is very much aware of Mothers, I have had the experience in my own life, which comfermed the truthfullness of life continuing after this one.
With the unending work that Mothers have, working with his children, when there is a great need, the Lord often open ways to bless us, its sometimes, at times when we feel there are no other way....
Yesterday was Mother's Day...
Sometimes we receive sacred blessings that cause us to be in awed, how the Lord is welling to bless us when we are in need, and its unexpected. I was reminded of a lesson I have learned, why people who receive such blessings are not willing to talk about it..... its is because when we talk about it, it doesn't feel special anymore, seems to fade away in our memories, instead of keeping the feeling of humble gratitude.
I know the Lord is very much aware of Mothers, I have had the experience in my own life, which comfermed the truthfullness of life continuing after this one.
With the unending work that Mothers have, working with his children, when there is a great need, the Lord often open ways to bless us, its sometimes, at times when we feel there are no other way....
Apr 20, 2018
Jonathon Mission Call....
June 26, 2017
David called me tonight to let me know that Jonathon Mendoza, his step son, was now a Elder. He will be leaving on a Mission to the Madagascar Antananarivo Mission, Aug 16, 2017
Jonathon was asked who he would like to ordain him a Elder? His reply was David....
My heart was filled with warmth and joy. This Mission will be good for David, Marisol and Jonathon.
David called me tonight to let me know that Jonathon Mendoza, his step son, was now a Elder. He will be leaving on a Mission to the Madagascar Antananarivo Mission, Aug 16, 2017
Jonathon was asked who he would like to ordain him a Elder? His reply was David....
My heart was filled with warmth and joy. This Mission will be good for David, Marisol and Jonathon.
Prescott High Seminary....Jodie...
2017
While Jodie attended Prescott High in Arizona, her Seminary class created a time capsol. They wrote their testimonies on gold colored foil, and put them into book form, like the gold plates from the Book of Mormon. Jodie's testimony was included in this book.
This month my Grandson Noah Hone's Seminary class dug up the time capsol, Someone recorded it and put it on Facebook....That was real neat to see.... and knowing that my family was part of it all.
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While Jodie attended Prescott High in Arizona, her Seminary class created a time capsol. They wrote their testimonies on gold colored foil, and put them into book form, like the gold plates from the Book of Mormon. Jodie's testimony was included in this book.
This month my Grandson Noah Hone's Seminary class dug up the time capsol, Someone recorded it and put it on Facebook....That was real neat to see.... and knowing that my family was part of it all.
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The Singing Pine Tree....
March 14 2018
In a corner of my back yard is a Singing Pine Tree.
Its small compared to normal size pine trees. What makes it so unque is that its full of birds. Sparrows, house fenches, and two beautiful gray doves, who got caught in a bad storm took refuge in the bottom part of the tree, and I guess decided to make it home.
The birds fly between my tree and the Grua's tree which is very close by, and just over the fence.. When they are all there and feeling happy my tree sings and sings loudly..... Makes me happy!....
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In a corner of my back yard is a Singing Pine Tree.
Its small compared to normal size pine trees. What makes it so unque is that its full of birds. Sparrows, house fenches, and two beautiful gray doves, who got caught in a bad storm took refuge in the bottom part of the tree, and I guess decided to make it home.
The birds fly between my tree and the Grua's tree which is very close by, and just over the fence.. When they are all there and feeling happy my tree sings and sings loudly..... Makes me happy!....
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Mar 20, 2018
Its The Turkeys Road...
The road going to the area of my home is called Willow Street. Today three Turkeys think they own it...
On my way home from Walmart, Three Turkeys were on the road. The two largest black Turkeys were standing on the side of the road as if they were waiting to cross. I drove very slowly, almost at a stop, as I didn't want to hit them... then they decided to attacked my car.
As they lunged their bodies at my car I saw one of their heads popping up and down, looking into my front passenger window. That was a very interesting experience to have a turkey looking at me....disapprovingly...
I had at least two cars behind me... As I pulled slowly away I saw they were greeted in the same way.
I really do enjoy living here in Grantsville, its a Rural area, where you can have some farm animals. In this area there are horses, cows, chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats, and pigs, and some buffaloe. A few lamas for protecting the sheep.
And of course a few dear that come down from the mountains in the winter. We even had a Cougar or Bobcat one spring. We have Pheasants, Quails, and have had Bald Eagles. I love the Kill Dear birds and the song they sing.... We have so much that I have not mentioned. Beauty is every where to enjoy...
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Feb 3, 2018
Pneumonia...
Jan 25 2018
Not a nice way to start out the new year... I thought I had a bad cold, and was glad it was not the flue, as the flue is real bad this year. About fifty folks have died so far... adults and children.
I have had a very hard time breathing. I have asma, and now COPD. After about a week and half, I went to see the doctor as I had a rattle in my chest that was not going away. She told me I had Pneumonia..That combination does not help to breath.... Dr Rebecca wanted to put me in the hospital, I said if I behaved myself could I just stay home... she gave me a prescription to help to get over it.
One Sunday morning I when I woke up I realized I was panting for breath. I couldn't breath very well. I called Bro. Grua, my neighbor, to see if he could give me a Priesthood blessing. He did so, and by afternoon I was breathing almost normal.
Two weeks later I still had a rattle in my chest, I called the Dr. office, they suggested I come in and see the Dr as soon as I could, which they had a opening on Monday. However it was with Levi the other Dr as Rebecca, my Dr was not working on Mondays. I was told I still had Pneumonia. He gave me a new antibiotic...I had reaction to it...My good foot, swelled up and became extremely painful, to the point that I could hardly put any pressure on it to walk. I asked each of my children to keep me in their prayers, as I really needed help. I soon received a phone call from Marilyn Grua, She and her husband was outside my front door, they came to give me a blessing. leaning over a walking cart to help me take pressure off my foot, I opened the front door, surprised and grateful to see them. One of my kids, Jennifer, in Arizona, had called them... Bro. Grua gave me another Priesthood blessing, by the early afternoon the next day, I was walking on my foot. Pain had eased enough for me to walk, and kept getting better.
I stopped taking the meds, called the Dr. office and reported my reaction. Dr Levi ordered another new antibiotic. I took three pills, and had another reaction, this time my throat burned badly, with gas coming up and down. I stopped taking it after 3 pills. even drinking plain water the next day burned my throat all the way down. I don't need the newest up to date meds. the old ones that work without problems, work just fine for me.
I have had Pneumonia for six weeks... I will be so glad when I am well, and very thankful for the power of the Priesthood, and that its not the flue.
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Not a nice way to start out the new year... I thought I had a bad cold, and was glad it was not the flue, as the flue is real bad this year. About fifty folks have died so far... adults and children.
I have had a very hard time breathing. I have asma, and now COPD. After about a week and half, I went to see the doctor as I had a rattle in my chest that was not going away. She told me I had Pneumonia..That combination does not help to breath.... Dr Rebecca wanted to put me in the hospital, I said if I behaved myself could I just stay home... she gave me a prescription to help to get over it.
One Sunday morning I when I woke up I realized I was panting for breath. I couldn't breath very well. I called Bro. Grua, my neighbor, to see if he could give me a Priesthood blessing. He did so, and by afternoon I was breathing almost normal.
Two weeks later I still had a rattle in my chest, I called the Dr. office, they suggested I come in and see the Dr as soon as I could, which they had a opening on Monday. However it was with Levi the other Dr as Rebecca, my Dr was not working on Mondays. I was told I still had Pneumonia. He gave me a new antibiotic...I had reaction to it...My good foot, swelled up and became extremely painful, to the point that I could hardly put any pressure on it to walk. I asked each of my children to keep me in their prayers, as I really needed help. I soon received a phone call from Marilyn Grua, She and her husband was outside my front door, they came to give me a blessing. leaning over a walking cart to help me take pressure off my foot, I opened the front door, surprised and grateful to see them. One of my kids, Jennifer, in Arizona, had called them... Bro. Grua gave me another Priesthood blessing, by the early afternoon the next day, I was walking on my foot. Pain had eased enough for me to walk, and kept getting better.
I stopped taking the meds, called the Dr. office and reported my reaction. Dr Levi ordered another new antibiotic. I took three pills, and had another reaction, this time my throat burned badly, with gas coming up and down. I stopped taking it after 3 pills. even drinking plain water the next day burned my throat all the way down. I don't need the newest up to date meds. the old ones that work without problems, work just fine for me.
I have had Pneumonia for six weeks... I will be so glad when I am well, and very thankful for the power of the Priesthood, and that its not the flue.
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Jan 3, 2018
Prophet Thomas S. Monson...
3 January 2018
Our Prophet, Thomas S. Monson, passed away last night. He will be greatly missed by me. I was surprised that he had been called as a Bishop at the age of 22, and a aposel, one of the twelve, at the age of 36.
A Great man, and Wonderful gift of humor, a caregiver for everyone forever.
Our Prophet, Thomas S. Monson, passed away last night. He will be greatly missed by me. I was surprised that he had been called as a Bishop at the age of 22, and a aposel, one of the twelve, at the age of 36.
A Great man, and Wonderful gift of humor, a caregiver for everyone forever.
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