Brother Siebach used Titus Billings' 1840 Nauvoo property deed as a visual aid
in his classroom discussion. (See page 688-689)
in his classroom discussion. (See page 688-689)
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
My tagline: Hearts Turn When History Talks.
At a Roots Tech booth we were to choose a legacy sign and be photographed with it. I chose "My Stories" because I believe the TRUE stories of the past will inspire our efforts now and in the future. I want to share stories that turn hearts.
In the pix I am holding my new business card as well.
Monday, February 23, 2015
My Roots Tech Tender Mercy
Roots Tech week was so busy I hardly had time to breathe. I
loved every moment, but found no time to prepare for my church calling, Primary music. By Saturday I felt panicky, but how could I leave
with five granddaughters and their moms soaking in Discovery Day with me? Family
History is an important work – for the living and for the dead.
That afternoon Elder Quinton L. Cook and his family shared ideas. Would you believe? Sister Mary Cook taught a Primary song “Truth from Elijah” with fun actions to the crowd and they loved it. Sister Vanja Y. Watkins, the composer, shared background of the song and played while we sang. This was my answer.
That afternoon Elder Quinton L. Cook and his family shared ideas. Would you believe? Sister Mary Cook taught a Primary song “Truth from Elijah” with fun actions to the crowd and they loved it. Sister Vanja Y. Watkins, the composer, shared background of the song and played while we sang. This was my answer.
The next day I also showed my granddaughter’s autographed photo
of David Archuleta from Roots Tech to the Primary children and played a
recording of him singing our song. Eagerly they sang along. When I looked down
four of the boys were singing into imaginary microphones. They've never sung
better.
I love the Lord and His holy work. When we with our
limitations try to obey and serve Him, He generously picks up the slack!
See excerpts from Elder Cook's presentation by clicking here: http://www.lds.org/topics/
See excerpts from Elder Cook's presentation by clicking here: http://www.lds.org/topics/
Monday, February 16, 2015
We are all cousins!
It is NOT my tree. It is NOT your tree. It is THE TREE - our Heavenly Father's Tree. We are all part of HIS family.
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Big Roots Tech Conference 2015
Our fun ride on the UTA Front Runner Train to the 2015 Roots Tech Conference
was relaxing and saved us the hassle of parking!
At the Salt Palace we were joined by my sister, Nancy, and thousands more.
(photo courtesy Stephen B. Allen)
(photo courtesy Stephen B. Allen)
What an event! So much to see/hear, experience and learn.
Kianna tries out the new Discovery Center and loves it.
Kianna tries out the new Discovery Center and loves it.
Sister Bonnie L. Oscarson, YW General President,
noticed Kianna's YW necklace when they met in the long hallway.
YOU can watch Roots Tech videos on YouTube:
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
A Fun way to learn Family History
We made our own BINGO game!
Make your own game the easy way.
Go to www.picmonkey.com (a free online photo editing program) and choose the collage with 5 pix by 5 pix. Insert your own photos and type in a FREE space.
Be sure to scramble the pix for each card (so everyone will not win at the same time).
Here is a sample sheet of the kin cards.
To play BINGO hold up a card (showing the pix) and while players locate ancestors on their individual playing cards the caller reads a short story from history.
We used the new Mega M&Ms as markers.
Of course you'll want prizes. Could even invite each guest to bring a white elephant prize.
Learning was never so fun, tasty (the chocolate markers), and with this seeing-hearing-tasting action so much more will be remembered.
Sunday, February 1, 2015
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