Thanksgiving Daily

I am thankful every day and strive to always keep a prayer in my heart. I love November for a number of reasons. Currently, I live in the beautiful state of Utah and love it. The mountains here are amazing.

First of all, I love November because there are beautiful Fall colors all about and the final red, golden, and brown leaves are about to fall to the ground. The warm evenings switch to crisp, cold evenings and your breath can be seen in the mornings. I love the feeling of fresh, cool air, especially watching the sunrise over the mountains to the East.

Second of all, there is always a lot of political buzz and elections take place the first week, followed by my birthday. I enjoy being engaged with our country and taking an active part to do my role as a US citizen. I love our country. I love my birthday too because I get to enjoy the full day with my family. I get to reflect on another year past and set goals for a new upcoming year. It is always super refreshing; one of my favorite things to do is attend the temple on my birthday. I have done it for the past 5 years. This year my wife and I attended the Logan Temple and participated in marriage sealings.

I also love the Pioneer spirit that comes hand-in-hand with the Thanksgiving holiday. The food is great, especially the yams and pumpkin pie, but the spirit of gratitude is even better. I love giving thanks and praise to my Heavenly Father for all of my blessings. I feel that He showers blessings out upon me, especially when I choose the right and act in faith.

Having a prayer and fast of Thanksgiving is also one of my favorite things to do in the month of November. I hope to always have this but it seems easier this month.
Most importantly my heart is full of gratitude when I think about the Savior, Jesus Christ and what he has done for each one of us. He has shown us the way by teaching truth and setting the perfect example for each to follow. He has given me the privilege of being married to my sweetheart in the temple and beginning an eternal family. I love Him for this. I am so thankful for my family and love them dearly.


Moving forward, I am committed to follow Jesus Christ and strive to live by His teachings. I have a strong testimony and belief in Him and His gospel. I know that He lives and speaks to living prophets whom are called to help guide us through these turbulent times.

Thanks for stopping by and reading this post. Please bookmark and come back often.

~C.P.

Sharing the Light of Christ~

I am grateful for so many things. With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner it helps us to reflect upon all of our many blessings. I have been blessed in so many ways and thank my Heavenly Father for what I have been given. I know that I must give back and share my testimony of the gospel with others. I created this blog as a means to do just that, to share my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. I know that Christ lives.

I am full of gratitude at the beginning of this new month. My heart is full and I love the Autumn leaves that color the Cache Valley where I live. I am grateful to be a Latter-day Saint and to have an understanding of the Restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

I invite you to watch this short video, become a follower of my blog and look for new posts often.

Thanks for stopping by.

C. P.

Jesus Christ - Redeemer of all mankind ~

Learn more about Jesus Christ and what Mormons believe

In the beginning of time, prophets of old testified of Jesus Christ throughout the Old Testament in the Holy Bible. They testified that a Savior would come to redeem all mankind from sin. Prophets are called of God as special witnesses of truth and of the Savior, Jesus Christ.

In the New Testament we learn that Jesus did come to earth, established His church and kingdom, and taught true life principles for all. He taught us to love one another. He taught us to forgive and serve others. He taught us how to pray unto the Father. He taught us by living a life free from sin in pure obedience to our Heavenly Father above. He is our perfect example in all things! He is surely our light in a darkened world ~
John 14: 6
6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the away, the btruth, and the life: no man ccometh unto the Father, but by me.

I know that Jesus Christ is the Savior of all mankind. He is my Redeemer, my advocate with the Father. I know that He died for me and I know He lives today. I know that He came to earth to give himself as a sacrifice for all mankind. He does heal the broken-hearted.

In this short video you can see reflections of Christ. It touches the heart and soothes the soul for any who may be suffering or struggling in your personal lives.

~C. J. Poulsen

Lessons I Learned as a Boy

Continue in Patience

Patience is a key character trait in life. It is very easy to get impatient when seeking for answers or wanting to get a task accomplished right away. This past week has been hectic as I have moved my little family to a new state and we have boxes strung about, no refrigerator, or washer and dryer for the time being. This has surely tested my wife and I's patience. As a graduate student with a teething six month old, patience is of the essence. Patience in many things is required for me at this phase in my life. I hope this short video clip will give some inspiration to those who watch it.

God bless you!

C.J.P.

Parenting: Touching the Hearts of Our Youth

Max n me'

The past six months have been a tremendous blessing for my wife and I. With the birth of our newborn son, Maxwell, my perspective about life has definitely changed. As a new father, I feel a close bond and love towards my son unlike anything I have ever experienced. I have a deep sense of gratitude and love for the miracle of birth and life.

I am so grateful for the privilege and opportunity our Heavenly Father provides us to be parents as He entrusts us with one of his sweet spirit children. I love my little guy more than words can describe. He is so innocent and perfect!

In an ever darkening world, we must hold up the torch of the everlasting gospel of Jesus Christ. We must, by example, follow the Savior and have His image in our countenance so our children may know where to look for refuge. The light and truth of the gospel will offer a shield of protection from the fiery darts of the adversary.

As parents we have a duty and responsibility to train, teach, and raise children in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. It is our imperative calling as parents to love and nurture our children and lead them in light and truth.

In the past few weeks, my son has begun crawling and making funny noises with his mouth. I love watching him change and grow. It brings so much joy to my heart. I have now gained a small glimpse of what our Heavenly Father must feel towards each of us and especially to His only Begotten Son in the flesh, Jesus Christ...the Savior of the world. I know that Christ lives and died for you and me. I know that He is our perfect example of righteousness to follow.

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