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I’ve been asked to speak on the topic of women who have inspired me, how they’ve helped me, and how I honor them in my life. I want to start with a remarkable experience […]
Over ten years ago, blogs changed the look, feel, and immediacy of Mormon discourse almost overnight. The ongoing lively conversations, brilliantly constructed posts, and sometimes even unruly debates have not stopped since. Dialogue […]
[…] stick of incense and ring a small brass bell. I close my eyes, and thank my ancestors for what they have given me. Usually, I do this with my youngest son, Kan, who is […]
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