"My favorite thing to do as soon as spring turns is . . ."

by LDS Living Readers
We asked LDS Living readers what their favorite first spring tradition is. Here's what you said. Read more >

Journey for a Lifetime

by Kate Ensign-Lewis
Through a chain of events filled with sorrow and joy, Jeremy and Hollie Wardle found the children who were to join their family. And in their journey to rescue one daughter from the after-effects of Haiti's magnitude 7.0 earthquake, they discovered an even greater bond. Read more >

Getting Hitched without a Hitch

by Jamie Cline
Weddings are a time of joy, wonder, and excitement. But what happens when you, as a member of the wedding party, feel a bit nervous? Scared? Or uncertain? Do you mask these feelings behind a veil of happiness? Here’s how to deal with the pre-wedding stress with flying colors. Read more >

Words Worth a Thousand Pictures

by Carolyn LeDuc
On June 19, 1995, my son Sterling spoke his first word: "Dadda." I wrote it down. As a doting new mother, I was gushingly pleased each time his vocabulary showed improvement. Read more >

A Salute to Scouting: 100 Years of the BSA

by Kedrik Hamblin
Once called A Knighthood of Youth, the international Scout Movement is the largest youth movement the world has ever known, now having a presence in one hundred and sixty nations. While it began in England in 1908, this February marks the centennial of Boy Scouts in America, where the program is strongest and where The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is its oldest and largest supporting institution. Read more >

Catching More ZZZs

by Maria Walton
Warm milk, late-night TV, moving to another room. Many of us have little strategies for dozing off when we’re having difficulty sleeping, but are there better strategies for entering la-la land? Read more >

Good to Know

by Ashley Evanson
The one person we all know best is, well, ourselves. But stop and think for a minute—do you know your cholesterol level, credit score, or your license plate number? These are things everyone should know right off the bat, but if you found yourself struggling to come up with the answers, you’re not alone. Read more >

Sand, Seas, and Memories: Family Travel with a Twist

by Jamie Lawson
Tired of the same old theme-park vacation? We’ve got the ticket to variety and excitement. Grab your bags and dive right in as you read about four family vacations that are sure to be talked about for years to come. Read more >

10 Natural Energy Boosters

by Jenni Gasparrini
You watch in amazement as your kids play, running from one thing to the next like the Energizer Bunny. Meanwhile, you're exhausted, and it's only 4 p.m. Read on to learn how to boost your energy with some simple remedies. Read more >

Agent Bishop

by Mike McPheters
Many people have asked how I was able to be successful in both my roles—as an FBI agent and a bishop. During the day, I dealt with the dregs of our society. During the evenings, I counseled youth to be morally clean and parents to hold their marriages together. I fought crime and Satan with a pistol in one hand and the scriptures in another. Read more >

Asking for Change

by Wendy Watson Nelson
Questions can be powerful! They can help us to see, feel, think, and do things differently. In fact, I have found that one of the most effective ways to change your life is to simply change the questions you ask yourself, your friends, and the Lord. Read more >

Christmas Around the World, Part 2

by Emily McBride (traditions) and Deanna Buxton (recipes and experiences)
When most of us think of Christmastime, visions of hams, turkeys, rolls, cakes, pies, and other goodies dance in our heads. And while many Christmas traditions take place outside the dining room, the festivities almost always revolve around food. We've found this to be the case no matter where you live, so take a moment to share in holiday traditions and favorite recipes from Church members around the world. Read more >

Christmas Around the World

by Emily McBride, Recipes and Experiences Compiled by Deanna Buxton
When most of us think of Christmastime, visions of turkeys, hams, rolls, cakes, pies, and other goodies dance in our heads. And while many Christmas traditions take place outside the dining room, the festivities almost always revolve around food. We’ve found this to be the case no matter where you live, so take a moment to share in holiday traditions and favorite recipes from Church members around the world. Read more >

Thanksgiving Isn't Thanksgiving Without . . .

by LDS Living Readers
We asked, “Thanksgiving isn’t Thanksgiving without . . .” The following are some selected responses. Read more >

Taking a Breather

by Emily Stephens
The kids are screaming, your husband is starving, the Relief Society president is calling, and you still have a list full of Christmas gifts to buy. Then you realize you haven't showered yet. Welcome to reality—the frustrating certainty that when life happens, your well-being gets left in the dust. Read more >