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



Sunday, April 11, 2010

Phoenix Zoo

Yay! Time to go to AZ and visit the cousins! We enjoyed time at the Wilcocks swimming and making a trip to the zoo. We were especially surprised to have Heather and Josh drive down from Utah in the middle of the night to join us for our fun-filled, special weekend celebrating Kami's baptism and Leyna's 4th birthday.



Wow, I really thought I took more pictures than this of our time at the Phoenix Zoo with the Wilcock cousins, Grandma, Aunt Heather and Josh. In reviewing the weekends' photos, I realize I don't have pictures of those individuals we spent the most time with -- Tiff & Devin, Heather & Josh, Mom & Dad. I suppose I took their presence for granted, figuring I'd get their pictures later and never did. :(
I wish I could drag a photographer with me everywhere I go. I'm awful about pulling my camera out. Sorry, Fam -- you know I love you!
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