Briana Stephen

I had an epiphany today while sitting in the oncologist's office. There's so much talk and paraphernalia about finding cures for cancer. There's bitter talk about why Heavenly Father would allow such suffering. I sat there thinking to myself, No. My heart tells me it's not like that at all! ... Think of the communities and families that have come together to love, serve, and mourn with one another.

Our Father in heaven provides opportunities every day for us to keep his commandments, to follow His ultimate example of serving, loving, caring for His spirit children, our spirit brothers and sisters. I get to experience firsthand on a daily basis how beautiful the hearts of mankind really are.

Turn off the news of contentious politics, crime, and adultery for a bit. You'll find a world of compassion. PLEASE ACCEPT MY GRATITUDE to all those who uplift and show me what leading a Christ-like life is really all about. Loads and loads of LOVE!!!

-Bri, March 2010



Friday, September 19, 2008

It's magic

Gavin was playing with his cars yesterday. When one of his miniature motorcycles magnetically stuck to the hood of a large car, he brought it to me and said, "Look, Mom. It's like God." Did I hear him right? "Like what?" I asked to clarify. "It's like God. Magic."

Wow. I hadn't thought of it that way, but you're right, Gavin.
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  1. Mother of ThreeSeptember 19, 2008 at 1:34 PM

    What a cutie! I read the other things you posted that your kids say! It was so funny and so cute! I think one of my favorite things about kids is never knowing what is going to come out of their mouths! It's the best!

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  2. JeannineSeptember 21, 2008 at 9:25 PM

    I'm so glad your kids say funny things too! Sometimes I wonder about what my kids come up with.
    You have a beautiful family!

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