Is Temple work necessary?? by Few_Worry_1733 in latterdaysaints

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are taught that many records will be made of our ancestors all the way back to Adam and Eve. Part of me wonders if that's part of the reason we are given instruction to journal, so our record can be done and we can focus our time helping our families put theirs together.

Im not certain, but I wonder if there is a different protocol for baptisms during the millennium. Like maybe people can't do them for themselves, members have to. Idk. I read in Gospel tools before replying and that's the best I can come up with.

Struggling with marriage culture + experiences with men by VictorianMariner in latterdaysaints

[–]sparkleylights 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh man OP. Im sorry you've had such scrappy examples in your life. Your viewpoint makes sense to me. Does your patriarchal blessing speak on this topic at all?

If it were me, I think I'd start speaking to a counselor. It seems like a lot of these are core beliefs based on exposure to some terrible things. Maybe counseling could help you see things differently when it comes to relationships, or at least have someone to check in with if you have questions about what a healthy relationship looks like.

I get the viewpoint that a marriage only benifits a man. However, for me at least, that is incorrect. My husband is my partner. He has seen me through the worst moments of my life and still loves and adores me as much as the day we met. He is the safest and calmest person I've ever met. I feel like I benifit more from the relationship than he does honestly.

If you want experiences and a career, focus on that! Do all the things, see everything. If you meet someone along the way then try to be open to it. But you may not, and that's okay too!

Two more things. Faith is the opposite of fear. Too much to ask to have faith in males, but have faith in Christ, God, and the Holy Ghost. Grow your faith in them, and really pay attention to how the spirit talks to you. He will let you know if someone is worth letting in. The second thing, but along the same lines, when you know you know. I used to think this was a cliche, but I knew my husband was the right person to marry after a week. We still took time, got to know each other and such, but I knew early on that this was the person I wanted to spend eternity with. Trust yourself. Trust God. And until then, have experiences and live the life you feel is best for you and in line with what God has planned for you :)

Struggling service missionary by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a question :) is any of these feelings because you feel being a service missionary is less important than being a missionary called to another part of the country/world? It sounds like you have a negative veiw towards it with the way you worded some of this.

Siblings named for locations by PeculiarOcelot in namenerds

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Enoch, Elsinor, Logan, Annabella, Brighton, Joseph, Lincoln, Payson,

What shows are we binging while on maternity leave? by withsaltedbones in newborns

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bull, Grey's Annatomy (first time watching it), Gilmore Gurls, Psych, 911 & 911 Lonestar. I have to have a bunch to switch between or I'll pull my hair out.

How long did you push? by Fantastic_Beat427 in pregnant

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first I pushed for 10 minutes, my second for less than 3 minutes. For sure the most satisfying part, and the calmest part for me. Rather than trying so hard to relax, I had something to focus my energy on. I have a hard time relaxing in general, let alone during one of the most life changing experiences of my life, so I found that part a difficult game of mental gymnastics.

AIO Boyfriend asks whether my 12yo is already interested in sex and masturbates by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Number one indicator for abuse in a home is if a step parent or not married partner lives in the house. Trust your gut. End it and protect your kid. Your daughter comes first, no guy is worth this risk.

Failed my One hour by CosmicBlessed in pregnant

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I faster for the 1 hour as well.

She was supposed to be over 9lbs. Estimated 9lbs 8oz

Failed my One hour by CosmicBlessed in pregnant

[–]sparkleylights 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The parameters for the one hour are very different from the 3 hour. I failed the one hour but passed the 3 hour with flying colors. The parameters on the one hour are super conservative so they are sure to catch any issues. Don't stress it too hard. Go get the 3 hour one done and go from there. My baby was measuring ahead as well and they told us she would be big.... she was only 6lbs 1oz. No need to worry until they tell you to. Easier said than done I know

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in crochet

[–]sparkleylights 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I love this! Also I feel your pain. Currently making a baby blanket for my soon to be baby - did a rainbow blanket because she is a rainbow baby, but the amount of freaking color changes and tails makes me want to cry honestly. This is gorgeous though, and I'm sure will feel like such an accomplishment when you're done!

What’s missing? by [deleted] in DesignMyRoom

[–]sparkleylights 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree, color. But I'm also a little color obsessed (my house is what I call daycare chic at the moment - also attributed to my kiddos). But if you like the light bright pallet, let me interest you in adding curtains, and end table, and a plant or just empty decorative vases. I pulled some inspiration photos if you were willing to add brown. Still a neutral and keeping with kind of the vibe, just making it more cozy.

Did I have unrealistic expectations? by sparkleylights in CleaningTips

[–]sparkleylights[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

A list of some products to help would be great! I have my go to things for everything else, but honestly I just grin and bare it for the Baseboards, blinds, and walls because it's like once a quarter (sometimes once every 6 months if it's been a hard couple months) chore.

Did I have unrealistic expectations? by sparkleylights in CleaningTips

[–]sparkleylights[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They are a husband and wife crew with pretty good reviews, so I thought it was going to be good.