by Jennifer Barker | Dec 29, 2019 | Family, Religion
“Much that is good, much that is essential—even sometimes all that is necessary for now—can be achieved in less than ideal circumstances.” D. Todd Christofferson The last month has been a difficult one. My sisters and I have faced some new challenges in the care of...
by Jennifer Barker | Nov 3, 2019 | Family, Parenting, Religion
The Family: A Proclamation to the World, teaches us “the family is ordained of God” and is “central to the Creator’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children.” With our Heavenly Parents, and our brother, Jesus Christ, we have an eternal, perfect family, whom we...
by Jennifer Barker | Aug 25, 2019 | Family, Health, Parenting, Religion
“Forgiveness is the very reason God sent His Son, so let us rejoice in His offering to heal us all… If you are having trouble forgiving another person or even yourself, ask God to help you. Forgiveness is a glorious, healing principle.” Kevin R. Duncan Pain—both...
by Jennifer Barker | Aug 12, 2019 | Family, Homeschool, Parenting, Religion
“The health of any society, the happiness of its people, their prosperity, and their peace all find common roots in the teaching of children in the home.” L. Tom Perry As another school year begins tomorrow, I celebrate 20 years as a homeschooling mom! It’s crazy,...
by Jennifer Barker | Apr 1, 2019 | Divorce, Family, Parenting, Religion
Spring time. Conference time. Easter time. I love it all. It amazes me how blessed we are with the knowledge of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and the Plan of Happiness our Father designed for us. It’s part of the good news of the gospel that we have a living prophet on...