There is a verse in the Book of Mormon that really stood out to me the last time that I read it.  The prophet Jacob has just been talking to his people about how the Jews will reject Jesus Christ, their only real hope and safe foundation.  He then asks a rhetorical question, not expecting...
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About Shelly

I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I’m passionate about strengthening my relationship with Jesus Christ through personal growth, family history, teaching my children, and harnessing the power of early mornings …and documenting my experiences along the way. Welcome to my little corner of the world. 

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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Bornholm (part 2)

I need to add some backstory here so the rest will make sense… Back in July, I serendipitously ran across a book that was written about my 4th...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Bornholm (part 1)

(journal entry from September 1, 2019) This morning we got up, ate breakfast, packed up and headed to church. Luckily, the place that we stayed last night was...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Stockholm Temple and Fallens Dag

(journal entry from August 31, 2019)   We got to the Stockholm temple in time to attend the last session of the day (which was noon).   The...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Stockholm

(journal entry from August 30, 2019) Stockholm is so big! Especially after being in the country for most of the trip so far. We definitely prefer the country…...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Kayaking and Tree Tenting

(journal entry from August 29, 2019) When we got to Gryt, We dropped my parents off at their Airbnb (because they weren’t interested in kayaking with us) and...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Sheep Farm

(journal entry from August 29, 2019) Last night, I didn’t get the best sleep. There was a big thunderstorm that lasted several hours. A lot of thunder and...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Sleeping in a Windmill

(journal entry from August 28, 2019) This morning we woke up, got dressed and packed up and then left our Airbnb in Osby. We drove 2 1/2 hours...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Osby Lake

(journal entry from August 27, 2019) Jershon and I wanted to go canoeing on Osby lake. My parents weren’t interested so they stayed at the Airbnb. So we...
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Sweden/Denmark Trip: Trolley Cycling

(journal entry from August 27, 2019) This morning we woke up and decided to take a walk around outside our Airbnb. It is this cute little red cottage...
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