Fun Facts About The Perth Australia Temple

From our April 2014 Issue

Three Days Until Our Next Issue!

Hi Friends!

We hope you had an awesome, face-stuffing Thanksgiving...

and that you were also grateful for many things :)

And just a little note to let you know that our Winter Issue will be out on Monday!

Remember, it's a FREE eMagazine so you'll be able to view it online!

Hoorah!

Pumpkin Pie in a Cup

Recently this little gem of a treat has come to my attention and I just HAD to share!

Easy peasy to make and full of yumminess.

Great for a Thanksgiving party this week or a Young Women's activity in the future :)

You're welcome.

Gratitude Quotes

We wanted to share some quotes today about Gratitude since it's Thanksgiving time!

This might help you with your Gratitude Journal

or maybe just lift your spirits and focus your heart on blessings you have been given.

Happy Thanksgiving Week!

From CdotLove Design

From Kensie Kate

From Perfection Pending

From LDS.org

From Stand & Shine Magazine

From Classy Clutter

From Deseret Book

From Jodie Noted

From Bugaboominimrme

From Unknown Pinterest Source

From Bitty Birdie Designs

"Attitude of Gratitude" Journal Prompts

It's the week of Thanksgiving!

Not only am I BEYOND excited to stuff my face with pie,

but I'm also excited to celebrate the many blessings in my life.

So here's my challenge for you this week:

Each night in your journal, write down what you are grateful for.

Easy, right?
But even though it's easy, sometimes we forget to take the time to be grateful.
Practicing gratitude helps our hearts and minds focus on the good in our lives.
And as the following scripture says, it keeps us focused on Jesus Christ.

To help you express gratitude this week, here are a few prompts to get you started.

And there are so many ways you can use these:

You can write about one in your journal each night.

You could have your family share their answers during FHE tonight.

You could ask around the Thanksgiving dinner table what other's answers are.

You can add a sticky note to your backpack or in your locker to remind you.

And you know what's really cool?

The more that you focus on gratitude and the many blessings you have, the happier you will be.

So go practice that "Attitude of Gratitude"!!!!!

Glorious by David Archuleta

Have you heard the song Glorious yet?
It was part of the Meet the Mormons movie and I really just love it!
You can watch the music video below:

And you can download the song for free by visiting Meet the Mormons on Facebook:

Helping with Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays...I mean, FOOD!! And tons of it!

Plus it's always a great to have a few days vacation just to hang out with family and friends.

But we know it can also be hard to know how to help!

Thanksgiving is sort of a mom-makes-all-the-food holiday

and she probably takes care of the planning and details.

And even though I like helping out,

I don't really want to learn how to cook the turkey :)

If you're like me, you might have the same dilemma. 

But perhaps this year you could help with something besides the food....

like getting the table and decorations ready!

I've gathered just a few ideas of easy and simple ways to spruce up the holiday

and I'm sure you're mom would love having one less thing to worry about!

You could print off this cute banner from Shanty2Chic

or make your own with paper, fabric, paint, or whatever suits your fancy.

Who doesn't love gold spray paint?

Just spray some leaves and add names with a black paint marker!

Loving this idea from Elements of Style.

You can easily print off these cute Utensil Holders

that are free at Craftaholics Anonymous.

This is a fun idea for placemats found on Typhanie Peterson Design!

Have your family write things they are thankful for while waiting for the feast!

Leaves are always a festive idea for Thanksgiving

and at A Beautiful Mess you can find a free template for these cute leaves.

You could string them as a banner or hang them in the windows...so many possibilities!

If you have little brothers and sisters, or cousins, or whoever they may be...

you could print off some fun Thanksgiving Bingo cards from Crazy Little Projects.

These waffle cone cornucopia's could be a fun addition to each place setting 

and a yummy treat that everyone can take home with them.

You can find easy instructions on how to make them at the Paper Turtle.

What other ways do you like helping at Thanksgiving?

Pinterest Roundup: 2015 Mutual Theme - O Ye That Embark

I know, I know. It's not 2015.....yet.

But starting January 1st the new mutual theme will be Doctrine & Covenants 4:2.
And there are already so many ideas floating around out there to kick off the new theme.
So here's a small gathering of some of my favorites so far!

This cool poster can be found on lds.org and used however you'd like.

Class handouts, a large poster, scripture bookmark...so many possibilities!

You can also check this site for more info/ideas for the theme!

I fell in LOVE with these DIY Anchor Bracelets.

Check out SwellMayde for complete instructions on how to make your own!!

You could make adorable little bags like these made by Marci Coombs.

They fit your personal progress, true to the faith, and for the strength of youth books!

At Life with Fingerprints you can find these cute and FREE printables!

She has binder covers, photo and poster sizes, as well as logo printouts. 

These origami boats are so fun! 

There are no instructions on the site but I'm sure Google has help for you.

This is a cute idea you could use any time during the year.

A yummy treat of chocolate bark (or any kind!) with a little tag ;)

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And we'll continually be adding new ideas to our 2015 Mutual Theme Pinterest Page

so check there often for more cuteness!!!

#sharegoodness

Just a happy mid-week reminder to #sharegoodness :)

Guest Book Review: Slow Dance In Purgatory

From our April 2014 Issue

"Currently I Am..." Journal Prompt

From our May 2014 Issue

Let's Talk Brain Food

From our April 2014 Issue

Favorite Things Friday: Winter Group Date Ideas

I'm not sure if November can be considered Winter yet?

But it's snowing in our neck of the woods so I thought it was time to just embrace it. :)

And to enjoy this new season with your friends and those darn cute boys,

here are some fun Winter Group Date Ideas!!

Now get out and have some FUN!

Check out our Fall Group Dates and Summer Group Dates too!

Fun Facts About The Payson Utah Temple

From our May 2014 Issue

Free Music Downloads!

Did you know you can download free songs at lds.org/youth!

They have songs for Christmas, from EFY, and more!

Check it out, you seriously won't be disappointed. 

Right now I'm loving the song from Ejay Mulitalo called "Seeking What's Good"!!

Mormon Origami

Have you seen this book by Todd Huisken called Mormon Origami?

It gives step-by-step instructions on how to make church-inspried origami!

And if you check out this article at LDS Living, Todd shares 3 of the tutorials for FREE!

You can make the missionary shirt and tie, the Bountiful Temple, or the gold plates.

This would be a fun FHE to plan for your younger siblings or to make at Young Women's.

You could even send the fun missionary one to a brother/sister/cousin/friend/etc. that is currently in the mission field!! Possibilities are endlessly awesome.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Do any of you like baking?
Whether you're a beginning baker or a gourmet chef,
anyone can make these easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies!!!

And their yumminess is just perfect for this time of year. Enjoy!!!

Couchville - Studio C

I needed a little laugh today...so of course I turn to Studio C.

Enjoy a little look into the world of Couchville!

November is Here!

Did you have a fun Halloween??

Maybe to recover from your sugar-crash, you can enjoy Book Lover's Day (which is today)!

Or you can check out our November calendar for some other fun ideas 

like planning a hike, doing something kind, or writing an original story!

Happy November friends!