Getting to Know: Kelly E.

My name is: Kelly E.

My favorite dinner is: Fettuccine Alfredo

My favorite dessert is: Pazookie

My favorite flower is: Any that are bright and colorful

My favorite hobby is: Crafts

My favorite restaurant is: Oregano's (its only in Arizona)

A game I like to play is: Phase 10

The music I listen to most is: Country

My favorite thing to buy is: Nothing I'm a saver

A book I highly recommend is: Harry Potter

A movie I watch over and over is: Something Borrowed

A smell that makes me pause is: Vanilla

The city I would most like to visit is: D.C.

My favorite thing to do on a date is: Talk!

The best vacation I ever had was: All of them were pretty good!

If you could be any fictional character, who would you choose? Herminy Granger

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Sing and play the piano

What chore do you absolutely hate doing? All of them

When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time? I love Netflix!!

What do you think is your very best feature or characteristic?

What is the "thing" you are most grateful for? Family

What is your dream vacation? Stay at the Atlantis hotel

What's the coolest thing you've ever done? Got married

How did you meet your husband? How did he propose? We me at BYU Idaho same ward.  He proposed on the top of Grand Targhee when we were skiing and snowboarding

The best thing about being married is: Experiencing new things togther

What do you and your husband like to do together? Recently just relax we have been busy!

What would be your perfect day? One with beautiful weather and no stress

What was the best advice you got/would give on marriage? Don't go running to your parents your spouse is now your first and sometimes only one that thing need to be discussed with.  Also don't talk bad about your husband to other EVER.

What story does your family always tell about you? Just how I used to but my brother and sister I am the youngest so I drove them crazy

Remember Father!

Father's Day is this Sunday (June 16th). What are you doing for the special Fathers in your life? Here's a video reminding us of how wonderful and important these men are in our lives:

Getting to Know: The Relief Society General Presidents

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Learn more about the amazing women and spiritual giants who have served as our Relief Society General Presidents over the years. Click here to read a short biography of each president and hear the testimonies of the last 6 presidents!

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"The history of Relief Society teaches the divine identity and infinite worth of daughters of God. It is a Spirit-filled story of strong, faithful, purposeful women who have served with little public recognition. Through a study of this history, Latter-day Saints can see that our Heavenly Father knows His daughters, that He loves them, that He trusts them with sacred responsibilities, and that He guides them as they fufill those responsibilities. In their efforts, the women of the Church have united with men who hold the priesthood to build God’s kingdom on the earth and strengthen the homes of Zion." 

-Daughters In My Kingdom

Enduring in Faith

Needing a spiritual boost? Watch a video clip on enduring in faith.

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 "Therefore, dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed." D&C 123:17

Fabulous Friday Recipe: Ham and Cheese Sliders

Happy Friday Sister Friends! You've probably seen these sliders all over Pinterest, but I've actually tried them and they are amazing! If you are going to a summer BBQ or just want a light dinner, this is the recipe for you :) 

Ingredients:

24 good white dinner rolls

24 pieces good honey ham

24 small slices Swiss cheese

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup miracle whip

Poppy seed sauce:

1 Tablespoon poppyseeds

1 1/2 Tablespoons yellow mustard

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 Tablespoon minced onion

1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and miracle whip. Spread onto both sides of the center of each roll. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss inside of each roll. Close rolls and place them into a large baking dish or heavy cookie sheet. Place very close together.

In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the poppy seed sauce ingredients. Pour evenly over all of the sandwiches. You do not have to use all of the sauce! Just use enough to cover the tops. Let sit 10 minutes or until butter sets slightly. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Uncover and cook for 2 additional minutes or until tops are slightly brown and crispy. Serve warm. Note: Sandwiches can be assembled a day ahead and kept in the fridge ready to bake.

Photo and recipe source: The Girl Who Ate Everything

Getting to Know Lizzy S.

My name is: Lizzy S.

My favorite dinner is: BYU Chicken & Funeral Potatoes

My favorite dessert is: Raspberry Pretzel Salad

My favorite flower is: I love flowers!!! As of now...I love football mums & peonies the most?!

My favorite hobby is: Cuddling & watching a show/movie with Aaron!

My favorite restaurant is: Empire--Chinese

A game I like to play is: Soccer :) And....Lucky Duck (Card game)

The music I listen to most is: Country

My favorite thing to buy is: Lately...baby clothes. For sure!

A book I highly recommend is: The Work & the Glory Series!

A movie I watch over and over is: Saturday's Warriors of course!

A smell that makes me pause is: Cookies in the oven?

The city I would most like to visit is: Boston

My favorite thing to do on a date is: Just be out with Aaron exploring new things

The best vacation I ever had was: When I went to Hawaii with my family during my sophomore year

If you could be any fictional character, who would you choose? Not even close to knowing!

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Heal people physically (i.e. know what a Doctor & Nurse know!)

What chore do you absolutely hate doing? Picking raspberries! I'd much rather just eat them.

When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time? Plan things for the baby

What do you think is your very best feature or characteristic? Smiling/Laughing

What is the "thing" you are most grateful for? Indoor plumbing & AC

 What is your dream vacation? Go to Europe

 What's the coolest thing you've ever done? Marry Aaron

 How did you meet your husband? How did he propose? We met through mutual friends--over Skype. He proposed by taking me to the spot where we had our first date and first kiss.

 The best thing about being married is: Having my best friend by my side for forever!

What do you and your husband like to do together? Everything.

What would be your perfect day? Being with ALL of my friends and family

What was the best advice you got/would give on marriage? Pray everyday for your spouse for their needs--and pray that you can love them more completely.

What story does your family always tell about you? Um...they always talk about I learned to scoot before I could crawl. They thought/think I'm just the cutest thing ever! Haha ;)

The Work of Salvation

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It's a new month and that means new opportunities to serve and watch over those sisters who we visit teach! Here's a great video on the importance of visiting teachers :)