Light the World Initiative Day 17 "Care for your Mother"

"Jesus cared for His Mother, and so can you"

Call your mom, make a list of all she has done for you and send it to her, or identify a motherly figure in your life and take her flowers...

Probably ought to all of these <3

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 16 "Show Compassion"

"Jesus showed compassion, and so can you!"

Participate in a "Sub for Santa" program, leave encouraging comments on social media, or pray for an opportunity to show someone compassion today!

Every year, my family helps out at least one family in need at Christmas time. Sometimes our children are involved, and sometimes they are not. Most of the fun is when its an anonymous gift!

I remember a time when we were the ones on that end of the giving... I've never forgotten the feeling of knowing that someone cared so much for us, that they would go so far out of their way to provide Christmas for our children. 

Make an effort today to be someone's blessing.

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 15 "Worship Through Song"

Jesus worshiped through song, and so can you!

Invite a friend to a Christmas worship service to sing or listen to hymns, share a favorite Christmas hymn through social media, or Listen to Christmas hymns for an entire day....

Silent night is my FAVORITE Christmas song. I used to sing it to my babies when they were 

tiny, and I rocked them to sleep. (This could be why none of them can carry a tune, lol. Off key singing at a young age!) It always makes me feel warm and peaceful.

You can listen to it just as it should be sung by clicking here:

Mormon Tabernacle Choir sings "Silent Night"

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 14 " Clothe the Naked"

Jesus taught us to clothe the Naked, and so can you!

Collect winter clothing for a homeless shelter, Learn about how we should love from a wise king (Mosiah 4:14-27), or donate some old clothing to charity, or a thrift store.

I started "Spring cleaning" my house a few weeks ago (I'm pretty sure I should have done this LONG before now). Life is so busy, and honestly, I hate to clean, lol. I came across some boxes that were still packed from when we moved..... SIX YEARS AGO! I'm so happy that we have a place close by to donate things to. I think I stocked the entire store, and the people in the back in the donation area know my name. I hope that our donations will make life easier for someone else.

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 13 "Show Humility"

Jesus showed humility, and so can you!

Share an experience of when you had to rely on God's help, ask a parent to help you with a current challenge in your life, or share the story about when you were wrong about someone....

There was a time in my life where Heavenly Father saved me, and saved my family.  If you haven't read my "About the Artist", take a minute and let me share my story with you.

Here's the link:

"About the Artist"

Maybe I can share a little of my faith with you.

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 12 " Teach Others"

Jesus taught others..... we can teach others too!!!

Share your favorite story of Jesus' teaching. Learn a new skill to benefit others, or...... Share something you've learned from your parents....

My parents were selfless, honest, and loving people. I miss the terribly. They 

taught my brothers and sisters to serve, and be loving. They showed us how to sacrifice

for their children, and they taught us about forever families. I am SO grateful to know that I can be with them for eternity if I live the way I know I should. One day, I will see them again. One day I will hug them, and hold them again.

#PlanofSalvation

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 11 "Minister to Children"

Ask your children about who they know that could use some prayers, and then pray for that person as a family!

Children notice things sometimes that big people don't! I am always busy and running around, that sometimes I miss things. I'm so grateful that my kids notice things. Prayer is a powerful thing <3

Light the World Initiative Day 10 - "Help Someone Walk"

"Help Someone Walk"

This one has more possibilities that you might think!

Donate your old wheelchairs, crutches, etc...  Plan an activity with a disabled friend, or offer to run errands for the elderly, or home bound!

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 9 - "Visit the Lonely"

"Visit the Lonely"

Here's a little tidbit that you may not know about me.

My first job was working as a dish washer in a nursing home. Then I was promoted to a cook :) (I always thought I was a good cook until I married Mike. Now when I cook, no one will eat, lol) 

ANWYWAY....

I worked in various nursing homes, and homes for the disabled. In fact, my last "real" job was in one of them, where I was a direct care staff. I took care of the people that lived there during the night. Most of them were bed ridden, or had such limitations that they needed constant help.

The holidays were always sad there.. they would get so excited, like little children... a few had family that would visit, but most did not. Please, if you have a few minutes, stop in and visit... if you have family in one of these homes, don't forget them.

Don't become a "forgetter", be a "rememberer".

One of the things that I look forward to most, when it's my turn to be called home to be with Heavenly Father, and those I have lost, is to see those who I cared for with no physical restrictions. I hope that those perfect souls will forgive me of my shortcomings, and give me a big hug of welcome.

Tomorrow, my family and I will be going to run and visit a loved one <3

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 8 " Pray for Others"

I always try to keep a prayer in my heart!

At our house we have a prayer board. It reminds us all who 

needs extra prayers each day. It's a great way to keep us connected as a family,

as well as mindful of those who need our faith.

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 7 " "Feed the Hungry"

Donate to your local Food Bank!

or

Invite someone in need to dinner... feed spiritual hunger... pay your tithing!!

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 6 " Read the Scriptures"

Share a scripture on social media!!!

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 5 "Heal the Sick"

I'm an organ donor, are you? What a blessing to pass on to a family that 

is in need!!!

Save a life... go sign up if you haven't already.

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 4 " Worship Heavenly Father"

Daily Prayer, and attending a church service

are what's up for me this month!

What are you going to do?

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 3 " Help others to See"

Did you know that you can donate your old eye glasses?

I had NO idea!!!!

What a blessing they could be to someone who has no medical access, or can't afford glasses!

I'm on a hunt for glasses today!

xox

Light the World Initiative Day 2 "Honor Thy Parents"

"Honor Thy Parents"

Both of my parents have passed away, so my "job" today is to talk about them with my girls. I want them to always remember that their Grandparents love them, and they are waiting to be with us again. Gotta be grateful for the knowledge of eternal life!

Sending lots of xoxo's to heaven today!

(It's also my Mom's birthday!)

P.S.

Go call your mother and dad.

Light the World Initiative Day 1 "Lift Other's Burdens"

I can't wait to find ways to be of service to others today! Good luck Brothers and Sisters, go forth and do good things today <3

xox