November 2nd Fast and Pray

In nine days we will be electing, not only a president, but many Congress-persons too. The judgeships that will be coming up for election are also a consideration. We cannot afford to vote for just anyone. We need a wise Heavenly Father to guide us in this election. Please, pass the word to fast and pray next Sunday. It is essential that this election is not based on arrogance and pride, but in humility and prayer. Please, this is too important to forget.

Hallelujah Chorus from Beethoven's Mount of Olives

I just listened as the Mormon Tabernacle sang the Hallelujah Chorus by Beethoven. (Not Handel's) I remember, at my high school graduation, that was the song our choir sang. Carla was our pianist. Her fingers were just flying over the keys. We were going way too fast and totally ignoring Mr. Moody, our director. It was great! And Carla stayed with us the whole way. I want to call her and remind her and laugh. I wish my cell phone could reach to heaven.

October snow

It snowed this morning, and last night, and perhaps tomorrow. We did try and get most of the apples off the tree, but missed some. The others are berries from our backyard. It looked like the berries were lights that were shining through the snow.

Helping Grandma make applesauce

Our tree has been so full of apples. So far we have 50 qts of applesauce with buckets and boxes more apples on the porch. So Saturday, Grandpa and I had a little helper.