There is more to understand about the famous quote, “No other success can compensate for failure in the home.”
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Try these powerful ideas to nurture more feelings of love and unity within your family.
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The homes we read about in ancient scripture are full of inspiration for today. Here are four stories with beautifully modern takeaways.
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Conference Connections is a display book designed to keep the inspiring messages of general conference in our hearts and minds every day.
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Gratitude can help us feel more peaceful, grow closer as a family, and hold onto a celestial perspective.
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“Because housework is an essential means of serving others, I believe He will help us to do it.”
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The thought of creating a holier home may seem daunting, but don’t let that deter you. Here are three actionable ideas that can help you get going.
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Check out our list of holiday decor that will help brighten and warm your home while still reminding you of the true meaning of Christmas.
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If you want more hygge, a good book, a slice of cake, and a warm blanket will get you off to a pretty good start.
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When the first company of Saints arrived in the Salt Lake Valley, it was uncertain if crops could be grown in the high, dry climate.
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As the weather gets colder and families spend more time indoors, autumn is a perfect time to fill your home with cozy and inviting new decor. Find something that fits your home’s style and check out these great fall home decor pieces available now at Deseret Book.
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Fill your child’s room with art that will instill positive messages and remind them of the Savior’s love for them.
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Melodi Melecio is a big believer that her life is an expression of gratitude for the choices made by her progenitors.
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Displaying a picture of Christ in your home is an easy way to invite the spirit into your home and have a visual reminder of the Savior’s love.
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"Oh no, please don't let that be our coach," Audra thought as she watched a man walk through the parking lot.
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Hakim Kambere wasn't there when his aunt, Anifah Barobi, collapsed, overwhelmed by their beautiful new home in Ogden, Utah.
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Latter-day Saints Heather Fujikawa and Heidi Andrews are twins with a mother who was always pointing out beauty in the rare and obscure details most people seldom noticed.
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Embrace everything you love about fall and get your home Thanksgiving-ready with these delightful decorations centered around family and gratitude.
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Sparkling chandeliers. Gorgeous staircases. Detailed carpets, beautiful floral arrangements, and vast rooms with high ceilings. Without a doubt, taking in the beauty of the temple is always a sacred experience.
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During the Saturday morning session of the October 2018 general conference, President Russell M. Nelson announced a change to the Church schedule with the aim of strengthening families through a home-centered and Church-supported plan. Although the announced schedule is new, the desire for home-centered and Church-supported gospel learning may not be as new as you think.
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It was 10:30 on a Sunday night. Missionary Jensen Parrish was in her 13th month of serving an American Sign Language mission in the Vancouver, Washington, area when there was a knock on the door. “There stood the last two people we would have expected: our mission president and his dear wife, each wearing a grim expression,” she recalls. When the pair gave her a hug, she knew something was very, very wrong.
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For decades, we have been counseled to be prepared by having food storage for our families. But even with so many resources available to us, there are still a few pitfalls we might be falling into. Here are some common food storage mistakes to look out for and tips to avoid them.
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Chalkboard paddle frames feature natural pine wood border. Hang in entry-way to greet guests or use in kitchen to write notes, track to-do's or make grocery lists.
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Light of the World Scott Sumner | 15x13 Framed Print
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Wedding season is in full swing! And for LDS couples, one great way to keep wedding costs down is by having a reception in the church's cultural hall. Skeptical? Check out these amazing transformations we found on Pinterest!
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LDS pianist Jerald Simon recently uploaded a beautiful music video of the hymn "Love at Home." The arrangement, from his recent album Hymns of the Heart, was recorded improvisationally because Simon wanted to feel the spirit of the hymn and to let it flow freely and naturally.
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Learn tips and tricks from a professional organizer who specializes in helping families function better.
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LDS man Matthew Hoagland saved a woman from a devastating house fire after noticing the growing blaze in her garage early Tuesday morning.
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A fire destroyed the home of LDS Special Olympics coach George Massimini Friday, burning everything in the home except the two items he recovered during the blaze.
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For more information on this topic read “Children,” by Elder Neil L. Andersen, Ensign, Nov 2011, 28.
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Spring is a great reminder of the need for us to continually evaluate and refresh our lives. This year, we’ve been thinking about how important renewal is in every aspect of our lives, specifically our home. Here are a few ways we’ve felt inspired to bring hope and new life to our homes and into our lives:
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Melissa Cochran is returning home to Utah nearly a month after a deadly terrorist attack that left five people dead, including her husband.
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“Partner involvement in housework and joint decision-making were predictive of greater [family] satisfaction,” Sister Forste said. “Family satisfaction depended on both partners contributing to decision-making and housework. In particular, we found that satisfaction was highest among men that reported greater involvement in childcare and household chores.”
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LDS Blogger Jill Nystul gained a lot of attention recently for her simple cleaning tip, one the Daily Mail called genius. The concoction—a combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide—is one she typically uses for most cleaning jobs. She recently used it to experiment with her grimy, rusted baking sheets and found it doesn't require any hard work.
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After losing their home and most of their possessions in a devasting fire, the Gordons have received an outpour of love from the community, including a GoFundMe page set up for the family that reached more than it's goal of $1,200 in less than a week.
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When it comes to planning an epic Christmas set up, LDS interior designer and creator of the blog turtlecreeklane.com Jennifer Houghton knows what she's doing.
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If you know anything about HGTV, you have most likely heard of Chip and Joanna Gaines. Taking the house-flipping world by storm, Chip and Joanna won the hearts of viewers with their adorable relationship and strong family values.
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Keeping love in our homes—it's one of the most important goals we should strive for, yet sometimes this simple truth can become complicated or become something we save for later.
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For more information on this topic read “Mothers Teaching Children in the Home,” by L. Tom Perry, Ensign, May 2010, 29–31.
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After building a brand new home and driving it 1,600 miles across the country to help out a family in need, the Slades didn't stop there. They found a way to turn the experience into a sweet missionary opportunity.
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For more great photos of soldiers returning home to their families this holiday season, be sure to click the link below.
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My name is Melinda Christensen and I created the original Mormon Mom Planner. I have always loved planning, but could never find a planner that fit my specific vision, so over the course of a few years and lots of bulky, awkward planners later, my passion led me to create an LDS mom planner that would help me keep everything in one place without driving me insane.
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MR says: "I had none to help me here; you appeared like an angel and made me a beautiful house," says Chanchali, a victim of the earthquake in Nepal that left over 9,000 dead and 23,000 injured.
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Purpose: To teach children what they can do to help bring the Spirit to their home and help their family be happy.
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MR says: One LDS family of seven has the incredible knack of turning old homes into new masterpieces, a knack that has landed them their own reality TVshow set to premiere this week!
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One LDS family with seven kids has the incredible knack of turning old homes into new masterpieces, a knack that has landed them their own reality TV show set to premiere this October!
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MR says: How and where do you spend most of your time? Check out how you compare with the rest of America.
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MR says: Want to learn how to better teach the gospel and keep the spirit in your home? Who better to teach these lessons than our beloved prophet?
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