I’m writing over at Segullah today. My husband is horrified that I would air out some of my family’s dirty laundry, but he should know me better by now.
(It’s only dirty laundry if it’s spiteful or gossipy. Not if it’s for a good cause.)
I’m writing over at Segullah today. My husband is horrified that I would air out some of my family’s dirty laundry, but he should know me better by now.
(It’s only dirty laundry if it’s spiteful or gossipy. Not if it’s for a good cause.)
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Since I'm Mormon and church stuff comes up frequently, I thought I would provide a little glossary for terms you may not know:
First of all church is three hours long on Sunday. Whew! It's divided into three meetings:
Sacrament Meeting-the main church meeting, like Mass. The speakers are almost always members of the congregation. Anyone over the age of 12 can be asked to speak.
Sunday School-divided up by age (adults all go together) about 45 min long.
Relief Society-women's meeting, about 45 min.(the kids go to Primary, Men go to Priesthood meeting, teenage girls go to Young Womens). I'm the President of this group of women.
Celestial Kingdom-Heaven
Bishop-the leader of the congregation
Visiting teachers-all Mormon women are given a partner and assigned 2-4 women that they visit, call, give baked goods to every month.
Ward-the local congregation. It's all arranged geographically, so where you live determines where (and when) you go to church.
Mr. Hildie (a.k.a. Mister) (age 40something)-Funny, thoughtful, passionate, maddening husband.
India (girl, age 17)-Smart and always does the right thing.
York (boy, age 16)-Nerdy and proud of it.
Finn (boy, age 14)-Quiet unless he's talking about watches.
Arabella (girl, age 11)-Thoughtful and gentle.
Adelaide "Ada" (girl, age 8)-Saucy and unafraid.
Jasper (boy, age 6)-Sweet as sugar.
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Great post. I was a bit disappointed though. I really wanted some good dirt on Mister’s side of the family. I already know all yours.
ps. don’t show Mister this comment, he’s paranoid enough…
What a great post Jennie. I have seen pictures of your dad and heard stories about him from Arianne. It is nice to see your change of heart
Jennie– I LOVED your post. Wow. I have a parent and two sets of grandparents to forgive. Thanks for your inspiration. Love you! forgot to say congrats on the sale of your home and your hubby’s new job.
That was a tear jerker. Thanks a lot. (I left my other comments on the Segullah blog.)
What a beautiful post! My mother and I have that “chill in the air” relationship. This was a great inspirational story for me to read. Makes me want to run to the phone and give her a call.