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My employment has been during this period of time. Veterans Hospital Salt Lake City May 1967 to August 1967 LPN; Co D 191st Infantry Salt Lake City Utah August 1967 to January 1968 Administration-Supply Technician; 536th Signal Company Fort Douglas Utah January 1958 to May 1969 Administration- Supply Technician; 449th Civil Affairs, 691st Quartermaster Company, 199th Military Police Company, and Detachment 1, 96th ARCOM Rexburg Idaho May 1969 to January 1972 Administration-Supply Technician; 539th Signal Company Rexburg Idaho January 1972 to May 1993 as an Unit Administrator. See Chapter 8 Present Day Forts/Posts, for information about Forts that I have been assigned to on active duty and at Annual Training with the US Army Reserve. Retired from Civil Service 1st of June 1993. Retired on my 60th Birthday 11 May 1998 from the US Army.
We returned to Salt Lake City Utah the home of my wife, where I worked at the VA Hospital as a Nurse Assistant, GS-2, civil service. I went to school at the VA Hospital a got my License Practice Nurse. Then in August 1967 I started working for the US Army Reserve at Fort Douglas, Utah as an Administration Supply Tech.; GS-6 Department of the Army Civilian, civil service.
Explorers Etienne Provost, Jim Bridger, Jedediah S. Smith and a group of trappers of the American Fur Company, first visited Salt Lake City in 1825. The city was founded July 24, 1847 by a group of Mormon pioneers who had migrated from the east with their leader, Brigham Young. Salt Lake City was incorporated January 19, 1851. Salt Lake City served as the seat of government of the Provisional State of Deseret in 1849-1850, then as the capital of the Territory of Utah (Except for a short period when headquarters were located at Fillmore), finally becoming the capital of the State of Utah in 1896. The city is called the "Center of Scenic America" because it is the geographical center of the western region embracing 62 national parks and monuments. The fishing and hunting possibilities in the area surrounding Salt Lake City afford a sportsman's paradise. Trout duck, elk, or even bear and mountain lion may be taken. Skiing facilities are also exceptional in the nearby hills; particularly at Alta, Brighton, and Park City resorts. The cool, scenic canyons adjacent to the city provide ample facilities for picnicking and other outdoor recreation. Salt Lake City is the hub of the central transcontinental rail system as well as a key airway center of the United States. In addition, all major transcontinental truck and bus lines serving the central portion of the United States operate through the Salt Lake City Gateway. The economy of the area was originally dependent almost entirely upon agriculture. However, a gradual transition through the years has brought about an economy based nearly equally on Agriculture, Mining, and Manufacturing. (The State is now among the leading producers of Cooper and Steel, and is rapidly assuming major prominence in the field of oil refining). The Temple Square is enclosed on all four sides by a wall 15 feet high and 3 feet thick and is the hub of Salt Lake City from which all streets are numbered. Strangers and tourists are welcome and are escorted on tours at frequent intervals. Included within the walls are such attractions as the Latter-day Saints (Mormon) Temple. Constructed over a period of forty years, 1853 to 1893, the temple is used exclusively by church members for sacred ceremonies. The Tabernacle is noted for its remarkable acoustic qualities. Its done shaped roof consisting of over 1,000,000 feet of lumber was originally held together by wooden pegs and cowhide thongs. The tabernacle also contains the Great Organ, which may be heard at daily recitals. The Bureau of Information and Church Museum is recognized as one of the finest of its kind. It contains relics of the early pioneers and from the cliff dwelling aborigines of early Southern Utah. The Visitors Center is a visual aid history of the founding of the Mormon Church. The Seagull Monument the nations' first monument to bird life, was erected to commemorate the miraculous arrival of the Seagulls at the time when hordes of crickets were devouring the Mormon Pioneers' crop. The State Capital is located at the extreme north end of State Street. The state capital has beautifully landscaped ground surrounding it. Constructed of the state's native granite, it was completed in 1915 at a cost of almost 3 million dollars. Inside are found panoramic views and exhibits, which present a complete and colorful picture of Utah's physical, cultural, and economic development. The Hansen Planetarium is one of the major planetariums between Chicago and San Francisco. It is locate at 15 South State-one block east of Temple Square. The University of Utah is the West's oldest state university and is located just two miles east of Temple Square. The University of Utah encompasses 11 professional schools, a graduate school and divisions of continuing education and international education. A 1,000-member faculty teaches the student body of 30,000. The University is the regions' main research center. It also provides the community with a year-round series of art exhibits, museum displays, theater, opera, dance, music and sports events. The campus is the site of the Pioneer Memorial Theater. The Pioneer Monument State Park is overlooking the valley of the Great Salt Lake at the mouth of Emigration Canyon. Nucleus of the park is the huge granite and bronze "This is the Place" Monument, which stands in the general vicinity of the spot where Brigham Young, leader of the Mormon Pioneers, first viewed the valley on July 24, 1847. The Hogle Zoo is located very near "This is The Place" Monument at the mouth of Emigration Canyon. The outstanding collection of animals, birds and reptiles makes this zoo one of the finest in the intermountain west. Fifteen miles west of Salt Lake City on Highway 40 is the strangest body of water in America. This lake, which gave the city its name, is approximately 25 percent salt, making it so buoyant that you float lazily on the surface. This attraction is readily accessible as you can drive your car to the water's edge. The Salt Palace is a Civic Center completed in mid 1969 at First South and West Temple. Bingham Canyon is the Largest open cut copper mine in the world; highway leads to observation points from which operations can be seen in the many-tiered pit. Bryce Canyon Nation Park is a vast amphitheater filled with pink and white sandstone eroded in myriad's of spires shafts, minarets, and like formations; sharply defined stratification heightens the color. The highway winds along the west rim with frequent short side roads to viewpoints at the very edge, from which are seen such groups as Fairyland, Queen's Gardens, Fairy Castle, Wall of Windows. Canyonlands National Park is an area of strangely beautiful canyon country. Natural arches, sculptured monoliths, and multicolored pinnacles are the results of centuries of erosion. Zion National Park is an area of awe-inspiring rock formations. Great shafts and temples and sheer walls rise from the bottom of Zion Canyon, where the road winds. Vermilion toward the base, they blend to rose, to pink, and finally to white, adding the glow of red and white fire to majestic line and towering height. Some of the formations are the Temple of Sinawava; Angel's Landing, the Great White Throne, and the Great Arch.
In 1855 Brigham Young named Alpine Utah Alpine because it remained him of pictures he had seen of the Swiss Alps. Alta Utah was the notorious for shooting in its 16 saloons during the mining days of the 1860's and 1970's. Alta died quickly but came alive again in 1937 with the start of Utah's first ski resort. American Fork Utah before settlers arrived in 1850; the American Fur Company worked along the banks of the creek for which the community is named. It is famous for the Utah Pageant of the Arts, one of only two pageants of its kind in the nation. Annabella Utah was settled in 1896, and it was named after two prominent residents, Ann and Belle. Antimony Utah was named for a nearby mine of antimony ore, and was settled in 1873. Ballard was named after the Ballard LDS Ward, and was settled in 1905. Bear River City's first settlers made dugouts in the Bear River while cabins were being built. Beaver Utah was settled in 1856, when Brigham Young requested some settlers from Parowan to settle along the Beaver River dotted with Beaver dams. Beaver is famous for a Historic District with over 30 building of unusual pioneer architecture. Bicknell Utah was settled in 1875, and was first called "Thurber Town" until Thomas Bicknell donated a library in 1916. Albert R. Lyman and his family settled Blanding on April 2, 195 and its famous for first step on Tail of the Ancients. Bluff Utah was settled in 1880 by Hole-in-the-Rock pioneers, and is famous for St. Christopher's Episcopal Indian Mission. Boulder was settled in 1880 by cattlemen, and was the last town in the U.S. in 1942 still receiving mail by mule. The milk and cream carried by the mules on the way back to Escalante often turned to butter on the rough road. Boulder is famous for last stop before Burr Trail. Bountiful was settled by Perrigrine Sessions in 1847, Bountiful was known as Sessions Settlement until 1855. Brian Head was called Monument Peck until 1890 when it became Bryan Head for William Jennings Bryan. The area was developed for skiing in 1964 and incorporated in 1975. It is famous for Skiing, and is the highest town in Utah. Brigham City was first called Box Elder when settled in 1851 because of the many Box Elder trees, and was later named after Brigham Young. It is famous for the peach harvest and peach days every September since 1905. Brighton is one of Utah's oldest ski resorts. Bryce Canyon Utah is the gateway to Bryce Canyon National Park. Bullfrog/Ticaboo Marina was established in 1965 and is famous for boating and fishing on Lake Powell. Castle Dale was settled in the 1880's and was named for nearby castle-like rock formations. Castle Valley was settled in the 1880's by cattle ranchers and is famous for TV commercials, which show vehicles sitting atop Castle Rock. Cedar City was settled by Pioneers in the abundance of cedar trees on November 11, 1851, and established the first iron refinery west of the Mississippi, and is most famous for nationally-acclaimed Utah Shakespearean Festival at Southern Utah State College. Centerville was named as the city in between Salt Lake and Ogden; it was settled in 1847. Charleston was settled in 1859, it was named for surveyor Charles Shelton. Circleville is famous for being the boyhood home of Butch Cassidy. Clarkston was discovered in 1864 by farmers herding cows, and was named after Israel Clark, the first settler. It is famous for Martin Harris Pageant each August. Richard and Emily Hamblin built a dugout in 1877 in "Sandridge", later changed to Clearfield by a school teacher who thought this land had promise. It is most famous for Freeport Center, once the nations' largest inland naval base, now 2 square miles of industrial park. Clinton was settled for farming in 1880. Coalville was settled in 1859 because of underlying coalfields. Corinne was settled March 25, 1869, and named after J. A. Williamson's daughter. It became a colorful railroad town of 2,000 people. Most famous for Utah's first weather station, Methodist Church, perhaps Utah's first non-Mormon church building, erected in 1870. Dalta Utah area was once a swampy delta created by the Sevier River draining into Ancient Lake Bonneville. Dalta was settled in 1906. It is famous for gateway to Great Basin National Park, America's newest national park. Draper Utah is famous for Widowmaker Hill Climb. Duchesne was named after Sister Duchesne, a French Catholic nun, and was settled in 1904. Dutch John was named after Dutchman John Honslinger, who wintered his cattle in the Brown's Park area, Dutch John was "settled" in 1957 by US Bureau of Reclamation as Flaming Gorge Dam was being built. In Echo a stagecoach station was erected there in 1853. Echo is also known for its Pony Express and railroading days. Elk Ridge was settled in the late 1800's by homesteading families, and was incorporated in 1976 and was later named in a people's choice election. Elsinore was settled in 1874 by Danish pioneers, and was named after Hamlet's Castle in Denmark. It is famous for being the home of Philo T. Farnsworth, inventor of television. Elwood was settled in 1868, the US Post Officer named it in 1900. Emery was settled in 1881, it was named after Acting Governor George B. Emery, who had surveyed the area. Enoch was settled in 1859, and was first called Johnson's Fort. In Enterprise the first 20 residents arrived in July 1891 for the construction of Enterprise Reservoir. The historic architecture of Ephraim tells much of its history dating from 1854. It is famous for Snow College and turkey raising. Escalante was called Potato Valley, when settled in 1875; it was later named after the Escalante River. It was "Eureka" Utah in 1880 when rich ore was discovered. It is famous for the Tintic Mining District and Museum. Fairview was settled in 1859, and has many picturesque pioneer vintage building. Farmington was first name North Cottonwood, and was settled in 1848 by Mormon pioneers. Being the most famous for Lagoon Amusement Park and Pioneer Village. Farr West was settled in 1858, it was named for two pioneers, Lorin Farr and Chauncey West. Fayette was first called Warm Spring when settled in 1862, it was later named after Fayette, New York where the LDS Church was founded. Ferron was settled in 1877, and was named after Augustus D. Ferron who headed a US government party to survey Castle Valley. It is famous for Peach Days celebrated yearly since September 14, 1906. Fillmore was named Utah's capital in 1851 before it was settled, and this center point of the vast Utah Territory and namesake of Millard Fillmore, was capital until 1856 and is famous for the Territorial State House. Fountain Green was settled in 1859 and is famous for sheep raising, annual Lamb Days. Francis was settled November 11, 1899, it was named after Francis W. Lyman. Fremont was first settled in Wayne County; the town was named after famous explorer, John C. Freemont, who came through the area on his last trip to the West in 1853. It is famous for Black Rock Church and the store of stones, also fishing in the Fremont River. Fruit Heights first settlers in 1850 began planting peaches, apples, apricots, plums, berries and vegetables and it is famous for Old Rock Loft used for preprocessing cherries for maraschino cherries. Mormon pioneers were sent to colonize the Bear Lake area in 1875 and settled at Garden City Utah.
Garland was settled around 1905 and named after William Garland, who engineered and built the canal system that provided water for the valley's crops. Settlers came to the Genola area south of Utah Lake in the early 1860's. Glendale was named Berryville when first settled in 1864, it was re-named Glendale by Scotsman James Leithead, as a reminder of his Scottish home. The settlement of Glenwood was abandoned in 1865 during the Blackhawk Indian War and resettled in 1870. Grantsville was settled in 1850, it was named after George D. Grant, who saved the settlers from the Indians and is famous for artifacts from Donner Party in Donner-Reed Memorial Museum. Green River was settled in 1878, and was initially a mail relay station between Salina Utah and Ouray, Colorado. It is famous for melon growing and a major put-in-point for river trips. Gunnison was called Hogs Wallow when settled in 1860, it was later named for Captain John W. Gunnison, who had written a book favorable to the Mormons and in 1853 had been killed by Indians near Sevier Lake. Hanksville was settled in 1882, and was named after Ebeneezer Hanks, and is famous for being the last town before Lake Powell. In 1850, Martin Harris, nephew of the Martin Harris who knew Joseph Smith, was the first permanent resident of Harrisville, which is famous for Centennial Trees. The Hatch family settled Hatch in the 1870's. A large snow slide in Provo Canyon didn't stop 11 men who were on their way to settle Heber City and Heber Valley in April 1959. They dismantled their wagons and reassembled them on the other side of the slide. Heber is famous for the Heber Creeper and recreational opportunities. Locomotives called helpers were stored in Helper, a coal mining town of the late 1800's to help pull trains over Soldier Summit. Henefer was settle in 1860 for farming, it also served as a repair stop for pioneers traveling from the East, and is famous for only incorporated town located both on Mormon Trail and Pony Express Trail. Henrieville was named for James Henrie, and was settled in the 1870's by cattlemen. Honeyville was settled in 1862, and was named as a Biblical reminder of a land flowing with milk and honey. It is famous for Crystal Hot Springs and one time Overland Stage Depot. Huntington was settled in 1878 and was named Huntington Creek, after explorer William Huntington. In 1860 Jefferson Hunt and other settlers traded 2 ponies for the land on which Huntsville now stands and later had to give up more goods to keep it. Huntsville is famous for home of David O. McKay 96h president of the LDS Church and Utah's only Trappist Monastery 4 miles east. A whirlwind suddenly tore the top off a buggy being lowered with ropes over a hill during a shortcut to St. George in the 1880's. Well, that was a hurricane! Exclaimed Erastus Snow, "We'll call this place Hurricane Hill." Hurricane is famous for fruit and pecans growing. Hyde Park was named after William Hyde, one of the first settlers in 1860. Hyrum was named after Hyrum Smith, Hyrum was settled by pioneers from Cedar City in 1860. Joseph Utah is famous for Joseph Schoolhouse built in 1904 and other buildings over a century old. Junction Utah was named for the junction of the forks of the Sevier River east of town. Thomas Rhodes settled Kamas in 1857 and 25 other pioneers; Kamas was named from the Indian plant, Camus. Kamas is famous for being the gateway to Uintah Mountains. Kanab was settled in 1874. Kanab means "willows" in the Paiute Indian language. Kanab is famous for being the location of western movie making since 1922. Kanarraville was settled in 1861, it was named after an Indian chief. Kanosh was settled in 1859, Kanosh was known as Corn Creek before being named after famed Chief Kanosh. Kaysville was called Kay's Fort before 1868 because of the 6 �foot-high mud wall built around the town. Koosharem, meaning red clover in the Indian language, is near the site of a large treaty conference of local whites and Indians in 1873. Laketown was a rendezvous site for the trappers before settlers came in 1867. Laketown is famous for Bear Lake and the Cisco fishing. The Indians couldn't pronounce La Virgen (Spanish for virgin) so the town settled in 1898 became La Verkin. Layton was settled in 1847, the city for early settler Christopher Layton, and is famous for Valley View Golf Course, rated among the nations' top municipal golf courses. Leeds named after Leeds, England, it was a trading center for miners during the booming mining area of the 1870's and 1880's. After Lehi was settled in 1848, pioneers raised sugar beets and named their town after Book of Mormon prophet. Lewiston was named after William Lewis, in 1870 its first settler. Why Brigham Young chose the name of Levan Utah has been highly speculated. Some say it is navel spelled backwards since Levan is almost the exact geographic center of the state. Before being named Linden Utah after the Linden trees, it was called Stringtown for the houses strung along the wagon trail. Loa was settled in the 1870's, a former Mormon missionary to Hawaii named it after the Mauna Loa Volcano. In Logan in 1859, settlers built a fort along today's Center Street. Logan was named for one of the trappers who cached furs in Cache Valley in the 1820's. Logan has the Utah State University, and the Cache Valley Cheese. Lyman was named after LDS Apostle Francis Lyman who advised the people to move their town to a higher elevation near a spring. Magna was settled in 1851, but the town was first called Pleasant Green and later named Magna, meaning big or magnificent. Copper mining began in 1906, and is famous for Kennecott Copper and Hercules Aerospace. During Manila Utah's surveying in 1898, Manila is the Philippines was captured. Manila is famous for fishing on Flaming Gorge reservoir. Manti was named after a place in the Book of Mormon. Manti was settled in 1849 and incorporated in 1851, one of Utah's first incorporated towns. Manti is famous for "Mormon Miracle Pageant" performed on Manti Temple grounds each July. Mantua was settled; in 1863, meaning "beautiful gown" is named after LDS Church President Lorenzo Snow's birthplace in Ohio. Mapleton was originally called Union Bench; it became Mapleton in 1901. Early Spanish Catholic priests named Marysvale. Farmers and gold miners settled Marysvale in the 1860's, and it has valuable minerals in surrounding Tusbar Mountains. Mayfield located in the southern mountains of the skyline drive was settled in 1876 by Mormon pioneers. Mendon was settled in 1857, early Mormon apostle Ezra Taft Benson named it for his birthplace of Mendon, Massachusetts. Mexican Hat on the edge of the vast Navajo Indian reservation derived its name from the sombrero shaped Mexican Hat Rock north of town. A contest among merchants named Midvale (the middle of the valley) and it was incorporated in 1909. Midway was threatened by Indian attacks in 1866, so pioneers from two settlements moved half way between and built a fort named Midway. With scenery reminiscent of their homeland, the Swiss settler began the annual Swiss Days in Midway. Milford was named after "mill ford", a crossing on the Beaver River, and was settled in 1870 and was dependent on mining in the area. In 1859, Esiash Edwards built a sawmill at Millville. By the 1880's other settlers had built a gristmill, molasses mill, broom mill and distillery. Minersville was settled in 1858, it had the first lead mine in Utah. Mormon missionaries established the Elk Mountain Mission at Moab in 1855. Moab was named after an insolated area in the Bible. Moab is the gateway to Arches National Park. Mona was settled in 1851 under the shadow of Mt. Nebo. Monroe was originally named Fort Alma; it was settled in 1864 and resettled in 1867 after Indian problems. It is famous for year round hot mineral spring's pool, and pioneer architecture. Monticello was settled in 1888, this green, pleasant town remained some settlers of Thomas Jefferson's Virginia home, Monticello. (In Utah it's pronounced Monti'sello'.) Monticello has uranium and other mineral mining. Monument Valley/Oljato is the center for activities on the Navajo Indian reservation and Navajo Tribal Park. From a mountaintop in 1852, Morgan J. Thurston was remained of this Ohio home. He decided to build a road through narrow Weber Canyon to settle the valley and town of Morgan. Moroni was settled in 1859, it was named after a Book of Mormon prophet. Mt. Carmel Junction is famous for being the eastern access to Zion National Park. Mt. Pleasant originally called Hambleton; mainly Danes settled it in 1859. Murray was named after Eli H. Murray, territorial governor from 1880-1885. Myton was an Indian trading post before Teddy Roosevelt declared it a government township in 1905. With the coming of settlers, it was named after Col. H.P. Myton, postmaster. Myton is famous for the Free-Legged Dog Saloon. Nephi was settled in 1851, and was named after Book of Mormon prophet, and is famous for the annual Ute Stampede. Settlers were attracted to water access at the mouth of Green Canyon in 1878 and they settled North Logan. North Ogden was settled in 1851, and is known for fruit growing. When stockyards were built amidst fruit orchards in 1912, Salt Lake built a railroad to the town of North Salt Lake City, with lots of oil refineries. A search party spotted a good camping spot by a clear stream surrounded by sagebrush and named it Oak Creek. Oak City was settled in 1860. Oakley is located at the headwaters of the Weber River; it was originally called Oak Creek. Ogden was a major rendezvous site for mountain men in the 1820's. Ogden was named after fur trapper Peter Skene Ogden when pioneers settled here in 1850. Ogden is famous for being the railroad center of the intermountain area, and Mt. Ben Lomond inspired the logo for Paramount Pictures. Orangeville was settled in 1877, it was named after an early settler, Orange Seely. Orderville was settled in 1875 by Mormon pioneers for the purpose of practicing the United Order under which all people in the community had all possessions in common. Orem was settled in 1861, but was known as the Provo Bench until Oscar H. Anderson rode horseback in 1914 to call a town-naming meeting. Walter C. Orem was president of the railroad, which stopped there. Panguitch was settled in 1864; "Panguitch" is Paiute Indian for "big fish", because the Indians caught many big fish at nearby Panguitch Lake. Paradise was settled in 1860, it was originally named Avon until the town site was moved. Paragonah was Indian for "many water holes". After Indian troubles in 1852, the permanent settlement was built with a large fort is 1856. When two soldiers struck silver in 1868, the nation's largest silver camp soon rose. Waving a homemade flag out a window, a local boarding house owner dubbed the 5,000 resident camp Park City, because the surrounding was green and lush. Park City is famous for world-renowned ski resorts, golf courses, and historic mining buildings. Parowan meaning "Evil Water" in Indian was called "Mother Town of the South". As southern Utah's first settlement in 1851, it provided settlers for other towns with personnel, supplies and equipment. Payson was settled in October 1850, and Mormon settlers on the banks of Peteetneet Creek and began to build shelters. Payson was named after James Pace. Perry was originally named Three-Mile Creek and is famous for fruit; especially pie cherries and peaches. Plain City was settled in 1859; a dozen men from Lehi settling on the plain a short distances from the mountains northwest of Ogden. Battle Creek running through town was the site of the pioneers' first battle with the Indians. Settled in 1850, the town was first Battle Creek and later named for a grove of trees, Pleasant Grove. Pleasant View is where Indians once spent considerable time because of the Hot Springs. It was named Pleasant View in 1882. Plymouth/Riverside were settled in 1869, and was named after a rock in the canyon resembling Plymouth Rock. Price was settled in 1879, it was named after Mormon bishop William Price, who had led an exploring party through Spanish Fork Canyon in 1869. In 1859, Providence became Cache Valley's second settlement. Ezra Taft Benson, great grandfather of LDS church president, thought this location was a "providential place." Provo was named after Canadian fur trapper Etienne Provost. The city was settled in 1849 along the Provo River. Randolph H. Stewart and other settlers came to Randolph Utah from St. Charles, Idaho in 1870. Danish immigrants sent by Mormon Church leader Brigham Young settled Redmond Utah the town, named for three red knolls to the west, in 1875. Richfield was settled in 1864, and was named for the richness of its soil. Richmond was first settled as a fort in 1859. It is famous for its Black & White Days, national Holstein cattle show, and Pepperidge Farms. Riverdale was settled in 1850 where the Weber River runs through the community. River Heights was called Dry Town in 1900 when settlers arrived on this bench south of the Logan River. River Heights now has one of the state's best culinary water systems. Roosevelt was settled in 1905, when the Indian reservation was opened to homesteaders, and was named after Teddy Roosevelt, who died camped on a river nearby. Roy was settled in 1873, and was named after the first settler's son, who died enroute from the East. It is the gateway to Hill Air Force Base Museum and Air Park. Early Mormon settlers settled Rush Valley in 1852. Mormon pioneers settled St. George in 1861 being sent there to grow cotton. It is named after George A. Smith, early pioneer leader. Salem was settled in 1865. It was called Pond Town and later became Salem, denoting a "City of Peace", Salina was settled on October 17, 1863, Salina (Spanish for Salt) has nearby salt deposits and mining operations. Salina Canyon was a key link in the famed Spanish Trail. On July 23, 1847, the same afternoon the first company of Mormon pioneers arrived in Salt Lake Valley, plows were set to the earth and a dam for irrigation was built. Delayed one day due too sickness was Brigham Young, who had been looking for "a place on this earth that nobody else wants" the City of Salt Lake City began. Salt Lake City is famous for Wide streets (132 feet in width laid out by pioneers) "so a team of oxen could turn around without backing up"; Temple Square, where the Mormon Tabernacle Choir is accompanied by the massive pipe organ in the Tabernacle, world headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon), State Capitol, University of Utah Health Sciences Center, Trolley Square. Sandy Utah of the many versions how Sandy was named, most common is that it had sandy soil, or was named after the first railroad engineer to drive a train to town. It has most married and youngest population in the United States (1980 census). In 1854, Mormon pioneers settled near the Santa Clare River, named by early Spanish explore. Utah' first cotton was grown here in 1855. Santa Clara is famous for the well preserved home of Jacob Hamblin, first setter and friend of the Indians. Chief Squashhead warned the settlers about an Indian raid planned by his son, Santaquin, in 1953. When Santaquin became the chief, he was given credit for the warning and later became a great friend to the settlers. Santaquin Utah is famous for sour cherry production. Scipio was settled in 1861, and was named after a famous Roman Warrior. Sigurd was settled in 1873 by Mormon pioneers. Smithfield was named after John Glover Smith, first LDS bishop. Settlers in September 1859 built a fort with Summit Creek running through the middle. Snowbird was settled in 1971 and became on of Utah's premier ski resorts. Snowville was named for early LDS Church President Lorenzo Snow in the 1850's. South Jordan was first settled in 1857. A canal built by Alexander Beckstead is still in use today. The LDS Jordan River Temple is in South Jordan. South Ogden ownership of the area was first granted to Miles Goodyear by the Mexican government, and later sold to James Brown of the Mormon Battalion. South Salt Lake was incorporated in 1938 for areas between 2100 south and 3300 Sooth and between 700 East and the Jordan River (about 1000 West). South Weber was settled in 1851 on the south side of the Weber River. In Spanish Fork where Father Escalante with Father Dominguez passed through this area in 1776, he recorded in his diary the valley was the fairest of all New Spain. In 1850, Mormon pioneers from Iceland settled the area. Spring City was settled in 1852, and was first called Canal. This town is on the National Historic Register; and a spring in center of town never runs dry. Springdale was settled in 1862, and is located in Zion Canyon adjacent/gateway to Zion National Park. It is famous for the Southern Utah Folklife Festival. Hobble creek flowing through Springville Utah was named after the settlers of 1849 found early explorer's horse hobbles in the creek. Sterling was settled in 1881, and is now known for nearby Palisade Lake State Park. Sunnyside's coal mine was opened in 1906 and is the oldest continuously operating coal mine west of the Mississippi River. The James Hill family settled Sunset in the 1870's where excellent feed for their animals was found. Syracuse was settled in 1877, and is near the Great Salt Lake and means city of salt. Tabiona was named from Chief Tabby and his daughter Ona. It is adjacent to Tabby Mountain. Tooele was settled in 1849, and was named after Indian Chief Tuilla. Torrey is the gateway to Capitol Reef National Park. Tremonton was settled in 1888, and was named after Tremont Illinois. Trenton was settled in the 1880's it was named after Trenton (Meaning "over the river"), New Jersey. Tropic Utah settlers said during construction of Tropic Reservoir in 1891 that the climate felt tropical compared to Panguitch. Uintah was settled in 1850, and was named after Uintah Indians. Windy Uintah was once the railroad center of Utah, but locals say "it was blown around the hill to Ogden." Vernal was settled in 1878, and has a bank delivered brick by brick via parcel post. It also has a railroad depot but no railroad. It is most famous for Dinosaurs, and energy development. Vernon was settled in 1863, and was named after Joseph Vernon, who was killed by an Indian, Taby Weepup, in a dispute over a rifle. Virgin was settled in 1857, and is situated at the head of the valley entering Zion National Park. Washington Utah where two Mormon colonists, Samuel Adair and Robert Covington, were sent to rise cotton in 1857. Washington Terrace had its beginnings in 1942 as a World War II temporary housing project. Wellington was settled in 1880, and was named after Justice Wellington Seely Jr. of Emery County. Wellsville was settled in 1856; first called Maughan's Fort and later named Wellsville after Daniel H. Wells, counselor to Brigham Young. Wellsville Mountains rising 4,000 feet directly from the valley floor said to be the tallest mountains in the world rising from such a narrow base. Wendover was settled in 1907 for the purpose of servicing the Western Pacific Railroad as it cut a historic route across the salt flats. It is famous for Bonneville Speedway, site of world land speed records. West Jordan area was settled in 1849. In 1850, the James brothers built a sawmill, which still stands. West Point was called Muskrat Springs when settled in 1885. West Valley City was settled in 1848, the first communities were called Brighton, Granger, Hunter, and Pleasant Green. The city was incorporated from several towns in 1980. Willard was first named Willow Creek in 1851, it later became Willard after LDS apostle Willard Richards.
Daily Activities: Many informal opportunities for teaching the gospel arise as families live and work together. Parents can bring up subjects that apply to the children's circumstances and discuss them in an informal and enjoyable way. Fulfilling Family Responsibilities Provide for the spiritual and physical needs of us and our families and help meet the needs of others. Share the gospel with the people around us. See that family members receive the blessings of the temple and help provide these blessings for our ancestors who have died. Providing for Spiritual and Physical Needs Becoming Self-reliant, Caring for Others, Sharing the Gospel, Receiving and sharing the Blessings of the Temple, Receiving Temple Ordinances for ourselves, Providing Ordinances for Ancestors, Keeping Personal and Family Records.
Priesthood Ordinances and Blessings: All ordinances must be performed in the name of Jesus Christ, The authority of the priesthood must perform all ordinances, The following ordinances must be authorized by the presiding authority: baptism, confirmation, naming and blessing children, administering the sacrament, dedicating graves, and conferring the priesthood and ordaining to an office. Consecrating oil, administering to the sick, and giving father's blessings do not need to be authorized by the presiding authority. They are authorized when a person holds the Melchizedek Priesthood and is worthy. All ordinances must be performed with their necessary procedures, such as using specified words, laying on hands, or using consecrated oil.
Naming and Blessing Children, Baptizing, Confirming and Bestowing the Holy Ghost, Administering the Sacrament, Consecrating Oil, Administering to the Sick, Anointing with Oil, Sealing the Anointing, Dedicating Graves, Giving Father's Blessings and Other Blessings of Comfort and Counsel, Conferring the Priesthood and Ordaining to an Office.
In Idaho the 1969 Annual legislative sessions commence.
I moved to Rexburg Idaho on the 10th of May 1969 and started working as a GS7 Admin-Supply Tech, at the US Army Reserve Center. My wife and I had a little girl born to us in Rexburg Idaho. Teresa Ann Wakley was born on the 12th of July 1969.
In 1970 Idaho population is 713,015. Voters reject proposed revision of Idaho Constitution. Voters pass strict legislative pay initiative. National Farmers Organization stages 120-vehicle caravan to Boise to protest potato prices.
Two Hearts As One: Two hearts, Finally together. After a very long wait, seeing their love for each other. Their lives were so empty, And lacking of fun. Though now together, together as one. Finally finding, They're one true love. After many nights praying, To the almighty above. Now their prayers are filled, With joy and praise. As they ask for help, In their lives they raise. Rising together, just the two. The two hearts as one, Whom found their love, so true.
You Need To Know My feelings I cannot hide, They are from, so deep inside, I can not even begin to say, This poem alone cannot convey. The love I feel for you my sweet, Makes me feel my lives complete, I need to tell you, and let you know, That I love you, from head to toe. Your love is more than I deserve, I only wish I had the nerve, To love as you do, so complete, And give some more when I am beat. I love you dear, with all my heart, Together we will be, we shall not part, and if the entire world went away, My love for you would always stay. I will be right here, a rock for you, In all the things we need to do, I promise to love you like you do me, A true and complete love, for eternity.
My wife Barbara Jean Canham Wakley and myself were endowed and sealed at the Idaho Falls Temple by Willard E. Dye on the 6th of July 1971. The religion ordinations are as follows; I was baptized the 30th of November 1946 at Downey Idaho by Norman B. Nielsen and confirmed by Wendell D. Whitaker on the 1st of December 1946. My priesthood ordinations are as deacon on 18th of March 1951 by Max A. Valentine; Teacher on 16th of February 1964 by Robert I. Call; Priest on 17th of July 1966 by Richard G. Rasmussen; Elder by Dee F. Bowen on the 6th of June 1971. Heber J. Geurts married me to Barbara Jean Canham Wakley on The 8th of December 1962 at Salt Lake City Utah.
In 1971 Legislature enacts a stream protection law. Last log drive on the Clearwater River. Fire destroys $25,000 worth of property during a riot at the Idaho State Penitentiary. The Birds of Prey Natural Area was established on 600,160 acres in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties. It contains the densest concentration of raptors in the world. Area expanded to include desert floor above canyon to protect bird's food supply.
Daniel Arthur Wakley and Penny Marie Banks were marred in 1972. My wife Barbara and I had a little girl born to us in Rexburg Idaho. Melissa Rae Wakley was born on the 21st of January 1972. Robert La Mont Wakley married Verna Jean Lamb on the 18 Jun 1971. She was born on the 20th of Jun 1951. Andrew Conrad Wakley was born on the 10th of May 1972 at Ogden Utah.
Heart's Reflection: Gazing in the candle's glow heart upon her sleeve. Seeing joys within her light her mind can now perceive. Beauty of her growing up what path she needs to find. The best accomplishment in life the love that life will bind. Wants to always be her best wants to leave her mark. Lets you know that she was here forever leave her spark. Will she do it with a word a gently spoken prayer? The way to touch a perfect soul with love that's always there. Will her smile leave endless trails of love that you can see? Butterflies that dance around her heart so merrily. Of all the gifts she offers you she gives her heart the best. For in this life her sacred wish abundant love that's blest.
Keys to Strong Families: Helping Family Members Live the Gospel, Personal Integrity�The Key to Example, Agency�The Key to Growth Unconditional Love�The Key to Effective Parenthood. Strengthening Husband and Wife Relationships: Achieving Oneness in Marriage, Resolving Conflicts in Marriage. Strengthening Parent and Child Relationships: Helping Family Members Live the Gospel , Personal Integrity�The Key to Example, Agency�The Key to Growth Unconditional Love�The Key to Effective Parenthood, Strengthening Husband and Wife Relationships: Achieving Oneness in Marriage, Resolving Conflicts in Marriage. Strengthening Parent, Child Relationships, and Strengthening Individual Family Members: Reasoning with Children, Building Confidence ,Sharing Sorrows, Dealing with Problems Privately, Reclaiming a Wayward Child, Understanding Personality and Development of Children, Teaching by Example, Teaching Responsibility, Setting Limits, Helping Children Learn, Teaching about Procreation and Chastity
Memories of sharing passing through the time thinking of the days of past gathering sweet vines. Picture books and talks our very special years close my eyes you are near cherished times always appear. Friendships last forever words need not express hearts so filled with loyalty memories are blessed. Precious days of long ago sweet innocence adored looking back on days gone by this gentle love endured.
In 1972 new Idaho uniform probate code goes into effect. Idaho voters return to open primary system. In 1972 the Sawtooth National Recreation Area established, includes the Sawtooth Wilderness Area, because of popular sentiment to preserve rural, recreational and scenic values in response to a proposed open-pit molybdenum mine at the base of Castle Peak in the White Cloud Mountains. The eastern half contain the White Cloud and Boulder Range, while the Sawtooth Range and Wilderness Area lie to the West. It includes over 200 alpine lakes and rugged peaks, A very popular wilderness area, and closest to Idaho's population center. Dworshak Dam competed. Constitutional amendment adopted requiring state government reorganization into no more than 20 agencies. Fire at the Sunshine Mine in Kellogg takes the lives of 91 men.
I visited the following places in Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin �Sulphur Springs, Great Falls, Gates of the mountains wilderness, Garnet Ghost town, Historical museum Virginia City, Butte, Missoula, Helena, Bozeman, Billings, Dillion, Shelby, Mile City, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Park, Mount Rushmore, Rapid City, Pierre, Sioux Falls, and Mitchell, Fargo, Jamestown, Bismarck, Dickinson, Moorhead, Minneapolis, St. Cloud, Rochester, Worthington, Milwaukee, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, Wisconsin Dells, Fort McCoy, Eau Claire, Madison and Wausau.. In 1972 I went to Annual Training at Fort Carson Colorado.
In 1973 the US Congress passes a bill to replace the deteriorating American Falls Dam. Boise State College attains university status.
Stephanie Dawn Wakley was born on the 29th of May 1973 at Ogden Utah.
In 1973 I went to Annual Training at Fort Carson Colorado, and visited Guyman, and Boise City Oklahoma.
In 1974 state agencies reorganized into 19 departments. Kootenai Indians in northern Idaho declare war on the US government to gain money and land. Voters pass the Sunshine Initiative to require lobbyist registration and political campaign disclosure. Evel Knievel fails in attempt to ride his "Skycycle" across the Snake River canyon near Twin Falls. Silent City of Rocks established. Erosion formed various rock formations and shapes from a granite mountain. An historic landmark, known to emigrants on the California Trail.
I received an Associate Degree from Ricks College on the 24th day of April 1974. In 1974 I went to Annual Training at Fort Gordon Georgia and I visited Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Columbia, Charleston, Fort Sumter National Park, Beaufort, Middleton Place, White Point Gardens, and Fort Moultrie.
Daniel Arthur Wakley Jr. was born on the 23rd of July 1974 at Ogden Utah. In 1975 Chasity Lynn Hansen was born on the 9th of May 1975 at Ogden Utah.
In 1975 presidential preference primary to he held on the fourth Tuesday of May adopted. White Bird hill bypass opens June 16. Legislature passes Local Planning and Zoning Act. New prison opens south of Boise. Port of Lewiston opens. Hagerman Fossil Beds established a major fossil deposit in North America. Over a dozen zebra-like horse fossils were uncovered by the Smithsonian Institution in the 1930's.
In 1975 I went to Annual Training at Fort Lewis, Washington.
Jason Don Wakley was born on the 3rd of February 1975 at Logan Utah. Douglas Hansen was born on the 2nd of September 1976 at Ogden Utah.
In 1976 Hells Canyon bill creates the scenic Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, and bans construction of hydroelectric projects in the canyon. Straddles a 67-mile long stretch of the Snake River on the west central Idaho border. Includes the deepest river gorge in the world � Hell's Canyon � which averages 6,600 feet in depth. Four fifths of area is in Oregon; 193,840 acres are classified as wilderness. Wild and scenic rivers include the Snake and Rapid, part of Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. This tract overlooks the deepest gorge in North America. Included are the legendary Seven Devils Mountains. Senator Frank Church becomes a candidate for President, the first Idahoan since William E. Borah in 1936. The 310-foot high Teton Dam collapses in southeastern Idaho, killing 11 and forcing 300,000 people to flee their homes. Manan Buttes was established on 1,200 acres in Madison and Jefferson Counties. Served as a navigation and rendezvous point and was discovered by the Hunt Party, first white men to explore the Snake River. Manan Buttes composed of rare volcanic tuft. Constitutional amendment creates Citizens Committee on Legislative Compensation. The Public Utilities Commission rejects proposal by Idaho Power Company to build an electric coal-fired power plant between Boise and Mountain Home.
On the 29th of March 1976 Tiffie Marie Wakley was born in Ogden Utah.
In 1976 I went to Annual Training at Camp Roberts California and Fort Riley Kansas. I visited the following places in California and Kansas: Redwood National Park, Point Reyes National Seashore, Golden Gate, San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, San Jose, Stockton, Monterey (Pebble Beach), Salinas, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Bakersfield, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Barstow, San Bernardino, San Miguel Archangel Mission, Yosemite Nation Park, Hearst San Simon State Park, Fisherman's Wharf, Fort Point National Historic Sit, Tijuana, Mexicali Mexico, Lake Tohoe, San Francisco Cable Cars, Big Sur, Death Valley National Monument, and the Sequoia National Park. In Kansas I visited Manhattan, Abilene, Topeka, Eisenhower Center, First Territorial Capitol by Fort Riley, Salina, Lawrence, Russell, and Goodland.
Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk. When you lose, don't lose the lesson. Follow the three R's: respect for self, respect for others, responsibility for all your actions. Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck. Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it. Spend some time alone every day. Open your arms to change but don't let go of your values. Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer. Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll be able to enjoy it a second time. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life. In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation; don't bring up the past. Share your knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality. Be gentle with the earth. Once a year, go someplace you've never been before. Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other. Judge your success by what you had to give up-in order to get it.
Love unfeigned: charity, caring for others' welfare despite any wrongdoing. Acceptance: seeing others in eternal perspective, judging with compassion. Integrity: being honest, a personal commitment to righteousness. Persuasion: teaching with compassion, kindly pointing out advantages and disadvantages of situations. Gentleness: soft, not treating others harshly. Trust: lovingly allowing others to exercise their agency to choose right or wrong and to accept the consequences. Responsibility: acknowledging and assuming your role in any situation including repenting for past wrongdoing. Meekness: humility, uncomplaining, and teachable.
Jarred Hansen was born on the 15th of November 1977 at Ogden Utah. Mathew Wakley was born on the 22th of March 1977 at Logan Utah.
In 1977 Governor Cecial D. Andrus resigns to become Secretary of the Interior. Legislature rescinds their 1972 ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment. Many Idaho counties declared disaster areas due to severe drought. Boise, Nampa, Mountain Home, Shoshone, and Pocatello become stops on Amtrak's Seattle-Ogden line.
In 1977 my mother Mary Edna Evans Wakley died in Hyrum Utah on the 28 of November 1977 and her burial was at Downey Idaho.
My Mother's Love: There are times when only a Mother's love can understand our tears, can soothe our disappointments and calm all of our fears. There are times when only a Mother's love can share the joy we feel. When something we've dreamed about quite suddenly is real. There are times when only a Mother's faith can help us on life's way, and inspire in us the confidence we need from day to day. For a Mother's heart and a Mother's faith and a Mother are steadfast love were fashioned by the Angels, and sent from God above.
My Mother's Chokecherry Jelly
To prepare fruit: Wash berries. It is not necessary to remove stems from fruit. To 1 gallon of berries, add 10 cups water, bring to boil, and boil for 15 minutes. Drain juice off through colander or strainer. Add 10 more cups water, mash berries well, and boil for 5 to 10 minutes. Press through colander, working through all pulp possible, but not seeds or skins.
To make jelly: 5 cups chokecherry juice
2 ounce package powdered pectin
7 cups sugar
Place chokecherry juice in a large kettle, add the powdered pectin, and bring to boil. Add sugar. Bring to boil again and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat; pour into hot sterilized jelly glasses, and seal with hot paraffin wax. Note: By substituting 1 cup unsweetened apple juice for 1 cup berry juice jelly will be more firm. Makes 6 pints.
My Mother's Chokecherry Syrup
1 pint (2 cups) chokecherry juice
3 cups sugar
� cup light corn syrup
Chokecherry juice is made by boiling chokecherries in just enough water to cover until berries are mushy. Strain the juice through cheesecloth. Simmer all ingredients together, uncovered, over moderately low heat in a large heavy enamel or stainless-steel saucepan about 15 minutes or until mixture is thick and syrupy. Pour into a heatproof pitcher and serve on pancakes in place of maple syrup. Makes about 1 pint.
Mom's Red Chili Sauce
6 ounces whole dried ancho-pasilla or California chilies (or combination)
3 cups hot water
1/4 cup tomato sauce or tomato paste
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup salad oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Mix well and cook over a medium heat until blended.
May it ease your sadness a bit to know that your precious memories will always be a bridge between this world and the next, between your loved one and you. Remember that many friends who care share your loss and that you're in our thoughts and hearts and in our every prayer. "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are all passed away" To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under Heaven. A time to be born, and a time to die. A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted. A time to kill, And a time to heal. A time to break down, And a time to build up. A time to weep, And a time to laugh. A time to mourn, And a time to dance. A time to cast away stones, And a time to gather stones. A time to embrace, And a time to refrain from embracing. A time to gain, And a time to lose. A time to keep, And a time to throw away. A time to tear, And a time to sew. A time to keep silence, And a time to speak. A time to love, And a time to hate. A time of war, And a time of peace.
Achieving Oneness in Marriage, Resolving Conflicts in Marriage. Reasoning with Children: Are you teaching a principle? Are you reasoning sensibly and calmly? Are you exploring consequences? Are you identifying wise alternatives?
Are you sharing necessary information? Are you listening?
Building Confidence, Sharing Sorrows, Dealing with Problems Privately.
I went to Camp Roberts California for Annual Training.
Bryon Hansen was born on the 25th of April 1977 at Ogden Utah.
In 1978 President Jimmy Carter floats the "River of No Return" in central Idaho. Voters pass initiative limiting property taxes to 1 percent of market value. Pocatello businessman Bill Barlow wins US Supreme Court decision against Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Gospel Hump in Idaho County was established in 1978 on 205,900 acres, and is bordered on the south by the Salmon River. Passage hailed as compromise among conservationists, industry, and the US Forest Service.
On the 29th of August 1978 Alisha Wakley was born in Ogden Utah. My grandmother Phoebe Ann Thomas Evans Hughes died on the 1st of September 1978 and her burial was in Malad Idaho. In 1978 I went to Fort Lewis Washington for Annual Training. Stephen Lynn Williams born 17th of April 1961 at Provo Utah married my daughter Jeannie Renada Wakley the 21st of April 1979 at Salem Idaho. My granddaughter Amy Dawn Williams was born on the 24th May 1979 in Idaho Falls Idaho. William Kiven Wakley and Tina Carter was married on the 29th February 1979 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Cory Ray Wakley and Thersa Joy Jackson was married on the 29th of February 1979 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. She was born on the 14th of June 1958 at Pocatello Idaho. Timithy Shann Wakley was born on the 17th of August 1979 at Pocatello Idaho. Casey Dee Wakley was born on the 27th of August 1979 at Pocatello Idaho. Micheal Lynn Wakley and Cozzett Myres was married in Ogden, Weber, Utah. Michelle Lynn Wakley was born on the 23rd of December 1979 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Barbara Jean Stowell and Robert Trolsen was married. Hidie or Heidi Trolsen was born on the 20th of August 1979 at Logan Utah.
My grandma is so special she gives me so much love. Tries her best to teach me the things she's so proud of. Her heart is like the finest wool that you can knit and purl creating special blanket that fits just like her shawl. Teaches greatest lesson with all the pride and love she shows. A stitch forever made with care in beauty love will grow. I thank God for my Grandma for all the stitches and cooking taught. She's is to me a special gift who fills my life with warmth.
My Grandmother Evans' Leg of Lamb
1 leg of lamb
salt and pepper
� cup vinegar
� cup Worcestershire sauce
brown sugar
2 garlic cloves
Wipe lamb with damp cloth. Rub lamb with salt and pepper. Put in an open pan with no water. Mix vinegar and Worcestershire sauce and pour over lamb. Cover roast with brown sugar. Slice garlic buds very thin and put on top. Place in cold oven. Heat to 325; cook 30 minutes per pound. Serves 6 to 8.
My Grandmother Evans' Lamb Vegetable Supper
1 pound boneless lamb, cut in 1 inch cubes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
� teaspoon dried basil, crushed
� teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
2 � cups water
1 � teaspoons salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 carrots, cut in � inch pieces
2 onions, cut in eighths
1 tomato
Coat lamb with flour. In heavy 3-quart saucepan brown the lamb, half at a time, in hot oil. Drain. Add garlic, bay leaf, basil, thyme, water, salt, and pepper. Simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Add potatoes, carrots, and onions, simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Peel tomato; cut into 6 wedges. Add to stew; cook, covered, to heat through (2 to 3 minutes). Remove bay leaf. Serves 4.
Reclaiming a Wayward Child: Are you willing to act in love and firmness toward your child without demanding, in advance, a guarantee of success? In other words, are you willing to walk by faith? What do you believe love would require of you? What would you need to do in addition to having faith? Seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit in all you do. Never give up. (Faith is the starting point.) Teach your child correct principles in a loving way. Review alternatives and their consequences with your child. Help your child carry out responsible decisions. Be firm in allowing your child to experience the consequences of his choices. (However, if consequences could be very destructive to either the child or others, then parents are correctly prompted to intervene.) Acknowledge your imperfections.
In 1979 an investigation by the Idaho Statesman reveals that plutonium had been injected into the Snake River plain aquifer at the Idaho National Engineer Laboratory. Senator Frank Church becomes Chairman of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
I went to Camp Guernsey Wyoming for Annual Training.
William Kiven Wakley Jr. was born on the 14th of July 1980 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Jaharmy Wakley was born on the 28th of October 1980 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Leticha Wakley was born at Ogden, Weber, Utah.
In 1980 Idaho population is 944,038.
My father Daniel La Vern Wakley died on the 31 Jan 1980 at Salt Lake City Utah and had his burial at Downey Idaho on the 3rd of February 1980.
My daddy's heart: Memories of years ago when daddy held me close, walked with me so carefully, cherished me the most. Oh the joy within my heart, a pleasant memory, when daddy held me in this arms, the beauty I could see. Held me higher than his heart, so high up in the sky, I could almost touch the stars, he held me up so high. My daddy is the greatest man, a heart that I love so, he always seems to carry me, wherever my life goes.
Do not stand at my grave and weep; I am not there, I do not sleep, I am a thousand winds that blow; I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there; I did not die.
My granddaughter Tiffany Lynn Williams was born on the 22nd May 1980 at Salt Lake City Utah. Robert Ernest Wakley was born.
Teaching by Example, Teaching Responsibility: Accept responsibility yourself. A child will learn more from your example than from what you simply tell them. Help children understand why responsibility is important by pointing out consequences and considering the future. Set rules and discuss responsibility. Reason together with your child, discussing the alternatives and the responsibilities of each alternative. When a child avoids responsibility, discuss with him why and help him either plan how to complete his responsibility or set new responsibilities he can do. When a child breaks a rule, help him accept responsibility by letting him suffer the consequences. When we as parents make mistakes, acknowledge them, and accept the consequences, we teach our children that it is possible to grow from our mistakes and become responsible. Setting Limits: Involving children in setting limits helps them understand rules and consequences from the parent's perspective. Real love and concern for children is not shown by allowing them to do whatever they want. Rather, it is having them obey rules and limits and face consequences when those rules and limits are broken. Being consistently allowed to cross limits without facing consequences fails to teach children the purposes of rules. Firmness, fairness, and love go together when teaching dependability and setting limits. Indulgence, injustice, and indifference to limits teach irresponsibility. Helping Children Learn: Helping a Child Overcome Failure, Give Children Opportunities to Help and grow. Teaching about Procreation and Chastity: Responding to Your Children's Questions, Teaching Your Children before Puberty. Standards are rules or guidelines given to help you measure your conduct.
Relationships with Others: Begin to prepare now for a temple marriage. Proper dating is a part of that preparation. Everyone needs good friends: Your circle of friends will greatly influence your thinking and behavior, just as you will theirs. When you share common values with your friends, you can strengthen and encourage each other. If some of your friends are shy and do not feel included, be particularly sensitive to their feelings and go out of your way to pull them into the influence of your strong circle of good friends. Together you can maintain a high standard of gospel living. Worthiness and Service Joy and happiness come from living the way the Lord wants you to live and from service to God and others. Seek for opportunities to serve others in your family, neighborhood, school, community, and Church.
An 18-hour riot at the Idaho State Prison results in $2 million in damages. Mount St. Helens erupts covers north Idaho with volcanic ash. Interior Secretary Cecil Andrus, by executive order, expands the Birds of Prey Natural Area from 31,000 to 482,640 acres. Congress approves the Central Idaho Wilderness Act, establishing the 2.2 million-acre River of No Return Wilderness. The largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states, it contains the Middle Fort of the Salmon and is known for its rugged canyons and towering mountains. Senator Church's name was added in 1984 for his role in the designation of the area. Congressman Steve Symms defeats Senator Frank Church in the most expensive campaign in Idaho history with over $4 million spent by the candidates and independent committees. Crater Rings established in Elmore County on 1,280 acres. Craters formed 1.4 million years ago when lave cones collapsed after loss of gas pressure, forming 200-foot depressions.
In 1980 I went to Fort Carson Colorado for Annual Training.
Rexburg population in 1980 is 11,559 with Madison County at 19,486. Rexburg is called the "Shopping Center of the Upper Snake River Valley". Rexburg Idaho lies at the heart of some of the most spectacular and unspoiled outdoor recreation areas in the nation. Yellowstone Park, Grand Tetons, Jackson Hole, Targhee Ski Resort, Teton Village only a short time away. One hour to the southeast is Palisades Dam and Reservoir. It is not more than two hours to the west is the Craters of the Moon National Monument, with world famous Sun Valley 60 minutes further. Much closer to town than any of the above are excellent fishing, hunting, picnicking, camping, boating, and hiking during the summer, with skiing, snowmobiling, tubing, and cross country skiing during the winter. Green Canyon Hot Springs, the Idaho Sand Dunes, and several parks with camping and boating facilities on lakes or along the Snake River are located in most cases within one-half hour of the town. In Rexburg itself the city maintains two beautiful parks with playground equipment, tennis courts, ball diamonds and picnicking facilities. Community recreation programs are available for children during the summer. Rexburg is the home of Ricks College. Owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ricks is the largest privately owned junior college in the United States with an enrollment of more the 8,000. Community residents are able to obtain adult education with college credit as well as enjoy cultural and entertainment events. Founded on November 12, 1888 when the Bannock Stake of Education of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints established the Bannock State Academy. In 1903 its name was changed to Ricks Academy, in 1917 the academy was accredited by the State Board of Education and its name was changed to Ricks Normal College. The school was given its present name in 1923. In 1956, as part of a new over-all policy for the Unified Church System, Ricks discontinued its curriculum for juniors and seniors. Since then it has provided a comprehensive program for freshmen and sophomores. The College offers educational opportunities in the vocational and technical fields, and in the arts and sciences. The curriculum is organized into 6 divisions, which are sub-divided into 35 departments. Ricks confers the Associate Degree, a Specialized Associated Degree and a One-Year Certificate. The school is noted for its strong, dedicated faculty. Complementing the academic program are numerous opportunities for spiritual, cultural, social and athletic growth.
Ricks College will be changing its name to BYU-Idaho in the full of 2001.
Cory La Mont Wakley was born on the 11th of June 1981 at Logan Utah. Jill Trolsen was born on the 31st of Jul y 1981 at Logan Utah. Charlene Stowell and Michael Mike Hillyard was married. Shawn Hillyard was born on the 17th of May 1981 at Logan Utah. Shane Hillyard was born on the 17th of May 1981 at Logan Utah.
In 1981 Senator James McClure becomes chairman of the Senate Committee of Energy and Natural Resources. President Reagan appoints Keith F. Nyborg, a rancher from Ashton, ambassador to Finland. "Rabbit Drives" in southeastern Idaho create controversy between animal protection groups and farmers whose crops are devastated by wild jackrabbits. Gulf Resources and Chemical of Houston, Texas announced the closure of the 98-year old Bunker Hill Mine and Smelter in Kellogg.
My family became tourists of Canada in 1981 when we visited Alberta and British Columbia. We visited the following areas, Banff, Jasper, and Waterton Lakes National Parks; resorts at Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise; Spectacular skiing, hiking, trail riding and camping in the Canadian Rockies; the Badlands near Drumheller; Elk Island National Park. We visited the following areas Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Crystal Garden, Provincial Museum, Vancouver; Stanley Park Zoo, Capilano Canyon, Gastown, Public Adquarim, Grouse Mountain, Planetarium; also Pacific Rim National Park, the Gulf Islands, Okanagan Valley, Yellowhead Highway, and the Totem Triangle tour. Calgary, Lethbridge, Kootenay National Park, Cranbrook, Fort Steele, Kimberley, Windsor, St. Thomas, London, St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Canada, and Great Falls, Shelby, Helena, Butte, Missoula, Dillon, Hamilton, Gardiner, Virginia City, Glacier National Park, Gates of the Mountain Wilderness, and Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park. In 1981 I went to Camp Roberts California for Annual Training and visited Nevada, - Jackpot, Wendover, Wells, Elko, Lovelock, Reno, Ely Carson City, Lake Tahoe, Hawthorne, Tanopath, Las Vegas, Hoover Dam, Humboldt Nation Forest, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and Valley of Fire State Park.
Julie Nichole Wakley was born on the 3rd of April 1982 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Robert La Mont Wakley was born on the 5th of November 1982 at Ogden, Weber, Utah. Amanda Sue Wakley was born on the 30th of October 1982 at Ogden, Weber, Utah and died on the 31st of October 1982 atOgden, Weber, Utah.
In 1982 legislature outlaws insanity plea for defendants-first in nation. Voters pass record eight constitutional amendments and three initatives. Governor Evans puts most state employees on 4-day workweek for two months to lower projected budget deficit. Harriman State Park dedicated July 17, 1982. Fugitive Christopher Boyce, convicted of selling national security secrets to the Soviet Union, is captured near Bonners Ferry.
In 1982 I went to Fort Gordon Georgia for Annual Training.
Damon Robert Challis born on the 31st of July 1965 at Rexburg Idaho married my daughter Karen Le Wakley on the 14 May 1983 at Rexburg Idaho. My grandson Jason Robert Challis was born on the 17th October 1983 in Rexburg Idaho. Jordan Michael Wakley and McKinnon Wakley was born in Utah. David Hansen and Vanda Kay Wakley was marred on the 14 Jun 1983 at Kearns, Salt Lake, Utah.
Dating: Prepare now for temple marriage. Begin dating only after you are sixteen. When you begin dating, go in-groups or double date. Date only those with high standards. Avoid all temptation. Dress and Appearance: Dress modestly to show respect for God and yourself. Avoid extremes in your clothing and appearance. Dress appropriately for all Church meetings and activities. Friendshipping: Choose good friends with whom you share common high standards. Go out of your way to help shy friends. Treat everyone with kindness and dignity. Invite your nonmember friends to Church activities. Honesty: Be honest with yourself. Be honest with others. Be honest with Lord. Language: Use languages to build up and inspire others. Do not use profane, vulgar, or crude language. Never take the name of Deity in vain. Do not gossip. Media: Use only good media that will uplift and inspire yourself and others. Avoid pornography in all forms. Do not see vulgar movies or videos. Leave or change any immoral or suggestive situation. Mental and physical Health: Keep your body, mind, and spirit healthy. Do not use drugs, alcohol, coffee, tea, or tobacco products. Remember your body is a temple of God where the Holy Spirit can dwell. Music and dancing: Use good music to help you draw closer to Heavenly Father. Do not listen to music that encourages immorality, uses offensive language, or drives the Spirit away. When dancing, avoid full body contact or intimate positions with your partner. Plan and attend dances where the Spirit of the Lord may be present. Sexual Purity: Treat your date with respect, and expect respect in return. Abstain from premarital sex, petting, necking, sex perversion, masturbation, and preoccupation with sex in thought, speech, and action. Reserve sexual intimacy for marriage. Refrain from homosexual and lesbian activities. Seek help and counseling if you become a victim of rape, incest, or other sexual abuse. Sunday Behavior: Use the Sabbath to worship the Lord, strengthen family relationships, help others, and draw closes to the Lord. Avoid seeking entertainment or spending money on the Sabbath. When possible, avoid working on Sunday. Repentance: If you have made mistakes, you can be cleansed through proper repentance. Spiritual Help: You are never alone. Rely on the Holy Ghost. Knowing what is right and wrong is always possible.
In 1983 legislature imposes temporary 4-� percent sales tax to cover state deficit. Eagle Island State Park dedicated June 25. State Supreme Court declares current legislative apportionment unconstitutional because it divides counties. Several north Idaho local governments pass resolutions to secede from southern Idaho and form a new state. An earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter scale kills two children and causes four million dollars worth of damage October 28. The quake, centered in the Lost River Valley, was the largest in the continental United States in 24 years and left 10 foot-high, 15-mile long shear.
In 1983 the unit went to Fort Gordon Georgia.
My granddaughter Krystal Dawn Challis was born on the 3rd of October 1984 in Rexburg Idaho. Casedy Wakley was born on the 15th of August 1984 at Logen Utah.
In 1984 Idaho Supreme Court imposes 42 member Senate, 84 member House in legislative redistricting plan. Christin Cooper of Ketchum wins silver medal in the women's giant slalom at the Olympic games in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia. Harmon Killebrew of Payette is inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Permanent sales tax set to 4 percent. Legislature approved Education Reform Bill, allocating $20 million to improve teacher salaries statewide. Former Senator Frank Church dies April 7. US Representative George Hansen defeated for reelection by Richard Stallings in closest Idaho congressional race in history � 170 votes. Populist Party sues for and obtains ballot status on November 6 general election. Wallace Idaho celebrates centennial. Idaho Power Company and the State of Idaho reach agreement of Snake River Basin water rights.
In 1984 the unit went to Los Alamitos California.
Janie Hansen was born on the 12th of August 1985 at Kearns Utah.
In 1985 the shortest legislative session in 12 years-66 days was completed. Department of Commerce established. National Governor's Conference held in Boise. Jimmy Jausoro, a Basque musician from Boise is one of 12 folk artists nationwide (and the first Idahoan ever) to receive a prestigious 1985 National Heritage Fellowship for the National Endowment of the Arts. Pocatello citizens vote to remove council-manager system of city government in June. Potlatch Corporation closes lumber mills at Lewiston and Jaype (near Pierce), affecting 1,200 workers. Over six million acres of Idaho rangeland are sprayed with pesticides to battle grasshopper infestation.
In 1985 I went to Annual Training at Fort Huachuca Arizona and visited Littlefield, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Kingman, Page, Phoenix, Tucson, and Nogales Mexico.
Charles Petzold and Vicky Stowell was married. Samantha Petzold was born in 1986 at Logan Utah. In 1986 the unit went to Fort Huachuca Arizona. Heath William Rushton born on the 24th of 1967 at Salt Lake City Utah married my dauther Teresa Ann Wakley on the 24th October 1987 at Salem Idaho. Cody Trolsen was born on the 5th of November 1987 at Logan Utah.
Church and Family Activities: Our Cultural Heritage, (Notes: A Great Way to Communicate), Serving Others Together Buzz Sessions, Brainstorming, Role Playing, Demonstrations, Reunions by Mail, Large Group Fun,
Making Work Fun, Learning Fun for Infants and Toddlers, Learning Fun for Preschoolers, Travel Games, Memory Magic, Strip Puzzles, Mind Stretchers, Magic Tricks, Riddles, Tangrams, Making and Keeping Aids for Family Home Evening, Creating Fancy Foods, Fun with Games.
Singing Praises: Learning Our Hymns and Children's Songs, Appreciating Music, Arranging Flowers, Arts and Crafts, Christmas Crafts, Fun with Stories and Poems, Creating Pictures and Things, Enjoying Dance and Drama.
Hiking with Small Children, Activities in the Rain, Gardening in Containers, Bird Watching Close to Home, Rock Hounding, Making Snow Sculptures, Collecting and Preserving Shells.
Carpet Square Challenge, Number and Alphabet Grid Challenge, Marked Yard Games, Physical Fitness Award Program, Rhythmical Exercise Program, Family Physical Activity Center, Family Superstars, Let's Go Fly a Kite.
Emergency Supplies, Emergency Telephone Numbers, mouth-to-mouth Resuscitation, Treating Choking. Treating Shock, Treating Bleeding, Protecting Your Home Against Fire, Coping with a Blackout, | Making Your Home a Tough Target for Thieves, Earthquake Preparation, Making a Survival Kit, Water Safety Skills.
In 1987 I visited Fort McCoy Wisconsin where I went to Nekoosa Wisconsin and visited the Wakley Inn� A symbol�of those who have gone before the ferrymen, trappers, traders, Indians, rafters, farmers, peopling the historical romance from which has come our civilization. Wakley Inn continues�living history while making history�The Wakley Inn Point Basse is at the foot of the last rapids on the Wisconsin, Robert Wakley's Inn was the center of the once-busy hamlet of Point Basse. In and around the two-story Greek Revival structure camped Indiana, trappers, traders, and explorers. Stagecoach traveler between Necedah and Stevens Point stopped for the night. In 1831, the first sawmill on the Wisconsin was built nearby. Point Basse had visions of prominence but an 1860's lumber company failed and railroads in the 1870's located elsewhere. A paper mill across the river at Nekoosa in 1893 ended any chance for Point Basse. Nevertheless, the Wakley Inn continued to play an important role in local history as location of a river-driven ferry until 1916. In 1984, with the destruction of the building imminent, Wakley Inn Preservation, Inc. was formed to accept the property. On January 7, 1986, Wakley owner Nekoosa Papers, Inc. handed the keys to Wakley Inn Preservation. Cooperation between the non-profit Wakley organization and Nekoosa Papers, Inc. had prepared the way for the opening of the Wakley Inn to the public. How to get to Wakley Inn you take Highway 73 to County Highway Z, proceed south 6/10 of a mile south on Z to Wakley Road. Take Wakley Road 1/4 mile to the end of the road. Wakley Inn is an 1831 historical area, first white settlers of the Wisconsin area, and has beautiful flower gardens. Central Wisconsin Historical Trail is an adventure in history. From the Grand Rapids of Wisconsin River to Wakley Inn at the now abandoned town of Pointe Basse, the rich heritage of central Wisconsin is brought to life. This trail is a hiking/biking trail covering 20 miles. Along this trail 21 points of historical interest are visited. Samoset Council, Boy Scouts of America operate this trail in cooperation with Wakley Inn Preservation Inc. This trail was intended for the use of the public to promote healthful outdoor activity and a knowledge of and respect for the hearty pioneers who settled this area. Beginnings in the early 1830's loggers were among the first to come here. Soon followed businessmen and farmers to settle the area. Some came by boat on the river, others by horse or ox drawn wagon over the pinery road from Fort Winnebago. Soon a population of diverse backgrounds began to turn this wilderness into the home that all could be proud of. Pottery chards, plate ware, fun flint, bone; teeth, pipe stems, and nails were among the items catalogued at Wakley Inn. More specific archeology is planned to enrich our knowledge of the Wakley inhabitants. The Annual Point Basse Pioneer Festival provides a living link to history. The Wakley Inn Preservation, Inc. sponsors this exiting event on the Wakley Inn grounds each June. Included in the festivities are many dramatic demonstrations of dress, work, food, and fun as it is thought to have been in Wakley's era�Stroll the self guided nature trail which meanders the Wisconsin River and caresses the quiet banks of Wakley Creek�Enjoy the fresh smells of spring blossoms and leafy colors of summer and fall cultivated from the Wakley gardens. Learn the history of our area by following the Central Wisconsin Historical Trail�Break for a quiet picnic at the Wakley Inn� Plan a field trip or have an outdoor classroom in the new amphitheater.
In 1987 the unit went to Fort Lewis Washington. William John Smith born on the 29th of March 1972 married my daugther Melissa Rae Wakley on the 23 Sep 1988 at Rexburg Idaho. Sahra Petzold was born in 1988 at Albuquerque New Mexico. In 1988 the unit went to Nevada and California, and in 1989 the unit went to Fort Huachuca Arizona for Annual Training. In 1989 my grandson Cody Ryan Smith was born the 15th of February 1989 in Rexburg Idaho.
In 1989 my family went to Missouri and Maryland visiting St. Louis, Kansas City, Lake of the Ozarks, Fort Leonard Wood, Springfield, Independence, and Columbia. I visited the following during 1989, Wyoming and Utah again, Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, Kearney, North Platte, Nebraska, Denver, Limon, Burlington, Dinosaur, Rifle, Glenwood Springs, Loveland, Fort Collins, Idaho Springs, Vail Colorado, Moline, Ottawa, Joliet, Chicago, Mt. Vernon, Belleville Illinois, Gary, South Bend, Poseyville, Ferdinand, Fremont, New Albany Indiana, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Iowa City, Davenport Iowa, Topeka, Kansas City, Manhattan, Saline, Abilene, Goodland, Colby, Hays, WaKeeney Kansas, Louisville, Lexington Kentucky, Huntington, Wheeling, Morgantown, Fairmont, Clarksburg, Charleston West Virginia, Baltimore, Aberdeen, Edgewood, Fort Mead Frederick, Hagerstown, Hancock, Cumberland, Plum Rum, Washington, Oregon, Bedford, Somerset, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Arlington Virginia, Marion, Findley Toledo, Columbus, Zanesville, Cambridge Ohio, and Washington, DC.
In 1990 my granddaughter Amanda Jean Smith was born on the 9th of May 1990 at Rexburg Idaho. My grandson Zachary William Rushton was born on the 29th of November 1991 at Rexburg Idaho. My grandson Andrew J. T. Rushton was born on the 1st of December 1993 at Rexburg Idaho. The unit went to California and Arizona during 1990 through 1993 for Annual Training. I retired from Civil Service on 1 June 1993. We traveled three times to Yakima Washington during 1994. My grandson Brandon La Mar Smith was born on the 24th of November 1994 in Yakima Washington. Thelma Richardson death was 27 Dec 1995 Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah. Burial was 30 Dec 1995 at Redwood Memorial States, West Jordan, Salt Lake, Utah. My mother is my treasure: For years my heart has carried a reflection of my past. I always see my Mother she's in this looking glass. Wore her pretty dresses always felt divine. Mother always had a way of giving me sunshine. Every day I looked inside her wardrobe stored upstairs. Couldn't wait to dress all up with the special clothes she'd wear. Oh my heart just fills me up with love so tenderly as I watch my baby girl's repeat this naturally. All my frilly dresses and my hats she wears with glee looking like the little child that lives inside of me.
Welcome to Heaven: Touched my soul with softness God's Angel of great light softly kissed my forehead carried me in flight. Lifted me to heaven I felt all fear subside wrapped her wings around me so swiftly we did glide. Followers all around me her smile such perfect bliss my heart so filled with happiness No greater love than this. Reached the gates of heaven angels gathered 'round wreath of special flowers upon my head was crowned. There is all His glory Jesus smiled at me. Said my child I love you your soul shines brilliantly. Today I give you sunshine I give you love and peace. Friends and all your loved ones gathered for great feast. Now you are in heaven where pain has gone away to each of you I offer God's spiritual bouquet. Angels all around me they fill my heart with love home at last I greet them the heavens shine above.
Mother Canham's White Bread
2 packages active dry yeast
1 1/4 cups lukewarm water
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1/3 cup cooking oil
7 to 71/2 cups sifted flour
Sprinkle yeast on lukewarm water; stir to dissolve. Add dry milk, sugar, salt, oil, and 3 cups flour. Beat with electric mixer at medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Or, beat with spoon until batter is smooth. Gradually add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough that leaves the sides of the bowl. Cover; let rest 15 minutes. Knead on floured surface until smooth and satiny, about 5 minutes. Divide dough in half; shape each half into a loaf. Place in two greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pans. Let rise until doubled, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Bake in 400 oven 30 to 35 minutes or until loaves sound hollow when tapped. Remove from pans; cool on racks. Makes two loaves.
I took the southern route to Maryland twice between 1993 and 1997. I took the northern route three times between 1993 and 1997. The southern route took me through Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. The northern route took me through Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. In 1998 Daniel Arthur Wakley and Melissa Kenny was marred 21st of June 1998 in Utah. In 1998 I drove three times to Vancouver Washington and Portland Oregon during 1998.
Privacy Journal for my Descendants---is for my descendants. These items are going to be added in 2000 when I am 62 years old. It is personal items competed and items I have learned during my life.
Showers of Blessings: Upon the clouds of heaven where rainbows glow so bright angel filled with beauty forever shines her light. Wings so strong and mighty spanned throughout the earth watching all from heaven each blessing of great worth. Prayers on wings of angel flying through midair touching each with meaning her spirit always near. Feel the love from heaven fall down from the sky gentle wings cascading gathered from on high. Prayers of love repeating as she smiles with grace touching you so gently from heaven's special place. Joyous loves within you it falls from up above wings that glide so sweetly with God's devoted love.
To be a happy, loving family we will have peace in our home. Speak in kind tones, and say kind things to each other. Seek permission. Ask permission to borrow things and to go places. Maintain order. Pick up after us, and be faithful in our responsibilities for household chores. Respect each other and each other's property. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Be obedient. Keep the commandments, follow the prophet and be obedient to our parents.
We will always remember that three things that will help us to be an eternal family are Honesty, Morality, and Service. We will find joy in these things and in each other.
We believe that it is easier to prevent problems from occurring than it is to "clean up" after them. Having a family routine is part of this prevention. Once our children are old enough to understand our two basic rules that fall under these two categories, allowing to children's common sense to rule them. The older they get, the less "little rules" we need.
Here are some other items that may help you. We start the day together with family prayer, verses of scripture, and breakfast. We all have "responsibilities" that have to be done daily. (We try to avoid using the word "chores." They will have "responsibilities" their whole lives, and need to get used to it.) We cannot play until responsibilities are taken care of. We all help in the kitchen at meal times. The children help set the table, and after meals each person must load their own dishes in the dishwasher and clear away three other items from the table. Even young ones are capable of putting away things like ketchup, salad dressing, milk, etc�
When we go places in the car every person, without exception, is buckled in, every time. This crates a habit while they are still very young, and because they don't know anything different, it does not become an issue later on. We don't interrupt each other when speaking. Everyone is supposed to clean up after him or herself. We don't call mean names to each other or put each other down. We don't yell at each other. We try to have family scriptures at night and family prayer afterwards. Monday night is family night and no other activity gets priority. We plan and carry out a least one fun family activity each month. This builds great memories. Everyone over the age of three is expected to contribute to the family work. Everyone is expected to do their best in school and other activities.
History - - To know where and to whom we belong in the scheme of things is a source of security to us. We need to know that God is our Father and that he has entrusted us to earthly parents and forebears whom contributed to our being uniquely "us." We can and should get to know them. Use stories of ancestors as bedtime stories. Have family reunions. Go as a family to places of historical significance to our ancestors. Get acquainted with extended family members. If they are near visit them. Keep many journals and write our own personal history. Read histories and journals. Consider naming our children after an ancestor who has been a good example. Have a family genealogist. Go to the temple for your ancestors and others.
Always be open to new ideas. Attend parenting classes and read parenting books. Share ideas that work well with others. Identify the characteristics of each age so you know what is "normal" and what you should be concerned about. Be flexible, If you are stressed, busy, etc. when a child is asking for something, schedule another time, relax, or take more time, so that you don't say "no" and later change your mind to "yes". Is quick to apologize to spouse and children when needed? Once a week calendar activities with spouse and children. This helps everyone understand requirements of work, school, and church. Always go on yearly family vacations. It doesn't have to be overnight, but just a rest from normal activities. Let children know you are never too busy to talk. If the child has a need to talk and you appear busy, set up a sign or code word or phrase, that will remind you that you need to drop everything and listen.
The Relationship is always more important than who is right. It is possible for both of you to be right and have opposite views. It is more important to understand what the other person is saying. Sometimes love notes left under the pillow, or in the car, or lunch box, can do more verbal expressions. Listen before you judge. (Extremely difficult to do). Make video/audio tapes of special stories for your children to listen to during the day or night.
Be consistent be unified. You are in parenting for the long haul. Sometimes it is difficult to see the positive aspects of your parenting skills, but they are there. Ask your children, "What one thing do they like about you as a parent?" Then ask them, "If there was one thing they could change about you as a parent what would it be?" Listen carefully. Make changes where necessary and possible. Communication is key. Even when you aren't able to talk with a particular child, still tell them how much you want to listen and share feelings. If you try everything and are still unsuccessful, try a good-based counselor.
One important happiness prescription is to follow your work passion wherever it may lead. . If you do what you love (In terms of work) the monel will follow. Equal pay for equal work is a useful goal. In a healthy society a majority of men would naturally gravitate toward spatial and physical work, as happens today. In a healthy society a majority of women would Naturally gravitate towards being administrators, bankers, judges or accountants, also their more traditional occupations such as clerks secretaries and telephone operators. Equal male-female representation in most job categories is neither likely nor desirable. Women often make choices, which contribute to the fact that their average incomes are less than those of men are. Shopping and sports (spectator or otherwise) are two common outlets for our competitive drives. Competition rules usually tend to become less fair over time; new rules will always be needed.
Popular relatively new parenting strategies are one major cause of society's increased levels of violence. It is not natural to be unhappy when we do not get what we want. Changes in spiritual beliefs have caused some of our society's increased levels of violence. 97% of us numbed out to some degree during childhood and have yet to regain our innate aliveness. Our fears of homelessness contribute to the climate of violence. Feminist verbal bashing of men sometimes has the effect of causing increased violence. Adding moral education (for every third hit, killing, etc) to kids TV shows would dramatically reduce societal violence in years to come. Widespread understanding of the virtual universality of hatred in small children would help to reduce all types of societal violence. Adult hatred is most often the skewed emergence of childhood hatred at convenient targets of today. Violence is not as ingrained as most folks believe.
Most of us think that if just 1 or 2 of our difficult problems were solved, then we would be forever happy. Useful therapies focus upon one or more of the following: body, mind, emotions, and spirit. For men, (women too but not so often), addictions are often caused by the choice not to feel sadness and grief. For women, (men too but not so often), addictions are often caused by the choice not to feel rage and hate. One common attribute of happy people is that they are grateful
Women in general have received more negative training about sexuality than men have. Wild and serious sex is recommended. The caviar of sex is often different for men and women. Men naturally have more sexual drive than women do on average. Our sexual Puritan heritage still negatively affects most of us. Being frequently concerned with "scoring" or with number of sexual "scores" usually indicates fear of relationship. Sexual preferences are not usually consciously chosen. Sexual arousal is strongly aided if emotional love is present for the partner. Those attempting to change sexual preference have not a good chance of accomplishing such a change. It is healthy that the majority of Catholics does not follow the sexual rules espoused by the Catholic Church. Men and women think differently about rape. For sexual difficulties, sex therapy is usually less expensive and more efficacious than talk therapy. Men are often unaware of how their sexual words affect women. Our differing hormones cause different levels of female and male sexual interest. Repugnance about pornography is not natural and healthy. Sexually, even in some ideal future society, men and women will always be different.
The insensitivity's of men are often in the areas of loving, vulnerability, and grief. The insensitivity's of women are often in the areas of sexuality, competitiveness and anger. We would have a happier society if the words "masculine" and "feminine" were never used. Emotions and human character traits are human, not the sole province of one gender. Most women have yet to fully resolve the housework traumas inflicted upon them by their mothers. Until they do, most will continue to judge their spouses harshly. The average women prefers left-brained activities (like talking), the average man right-brain activities (like sports). The average woman speaks twice as many words as the average man and has done so from the time she was a two-year-old. Men are more intuitive than women are. Women are more logical than men are. ... The average man is right-brained, the average woman left-brained.
I do not get angry when verbally attacked. I am comfortable with others' grief, even those in close relationship to me. I get angry or fearful when physically threatened. I am able to decide to love another and then do so. I am comfortable with others' anger and hate. I don't worry regularly in some circumstances. At times and in some circumstances I will not feel shame. I keep my anger from coming back in certain situations or with specific people. For some things I have done in the past, I don't feel guilty. At times I don't feel degraded and humiliated. I don't get anxious about some situations. Sadness doesn't keeps recurring for me over specific issues. Jealousy should not a part of my life. You should not get blue or depressed regularly. In my life stress should ends. I am comfortable hugging other adults of either sex. I regularly allow my own wracking sobs and tears. With a particular partner I am able to express all of the following: emotional love, physical love, words of love and lusty sexual love. Once my sobs and tears have been released, I feel great. I am comfortable saying the words "I love you" to men, women and children in a feeling way.
Q: What about all the anger and hatred we see everywhere today? A: Hate (the interest's form of rage) is one of our most difficult emotions. In the past decade or so, it has become OK with many to rage at those who do not agree with us. Spewing vitriolic anger and hatred often temporarily makes one feel calmer and less stressed. But that violent process of releasing anger is really much the same as using food, a drug or a drink as a temporary calming device. It works but not for long. There is a conflict in the therapeutic community's beliefs on the value of hatred- should hatred be avoided entirely or should some or all of it be elicited? This author believes it is important to feel the inner child feelings of anger and hate so that they may be moved through and beyond, but that such feelings at targets of today is not ultimately productive.
Most of us avoid difficult issues by joining groups; we can them blame others. Our US society has come a long way in terms of racism, sexism, and homophobia. Blacks in the US with a B+ high school grade average have a better chance than whites of entering college. When we are misunderstood, it is not natural for us to feel hurt. Overuse of the words "sexism" "racism" and "homophobia" is prevalent among activists. Our favorite groups usually resist healthy changes, doing things instead the way we did them last time. In-groups we all tend to suffer from "going along disease". Most groups trap themselves by blaming others far too often. Societal problems today are often "group" problems, not problems of current racism, sexism or hopmophobia. To change the world, we often need to change our own groups first; our groups are usually set up instead to demand change from others.
Often missing from those who have completed therapy is the sparkle that emanates from those who are fully living their lives. There are many, generally painless, ways to gain more spontaneity, creativity and joy in one's life. Overcoming fears is often necessary to achieve maximum happiness. If I face my traumas, pleasure will not automatically follow. You can be happy until all your traumas have been resolved. Practicing imagery is often effective in improving creativity and spontaneity. For happiness, it is important to have goals and to be clear about the things you want. Daily persistence is one of the fastest routes to creativity and spontaneity. Most of us as children incorporated and still have ideas that inhibit our playfulness and ability to have fun. Positive sayings (i.e. affirmations) can be very useful in increasing one's creativity and spontaneity.
Blame is both valuable and useless. The choice between "being right" and "being happy" is frequently difficult. Hatred must be felt to get beyond it. Genuine hatred of parents is present at times in most every child. One-core feelings in our traumas are that of hopelessness. Healing accomplished by imagining happier occurrences in childhood is not lasting. Healing from hopelessness usually involves tears streaming down cheeks and/or wracking sobs. If I still feel hurt by any past experience, then I still have healing work to do.
About 97% of us grew up in at least somewhat dysfunctional families. Authoritarian messages from a parent to a child are not harmful in the long run. The most frequent childhood trauma is not the highly abusive kind of trauma. Compassion and humanness are often blocked in the average person when following directions given by someone in authority. Children receiving authoritarian messages are not more likely to be violent later on. Most of us are at our most neurotics when visiting families of origin. Millions of mothers are often sexist too, believing that their spouses are inherently just not as capable at being parents. One root cause of many societal ills is the abdication by fathers of parental responsibility. Children who have lived through parental divorce have many more problems statistically than those children without such experience do. Children of working mothers don't have more difficulties than those with stay-at-home mothers. Latchkey children (those without after-school adult supervision) have more problems than peers do with such supervision. Most of us knowingly and unknowingly continue to search for parental approval decades after childhood is over age wise. One important role of the elderly is to become more self-centered and introspective.
Denial is the first stage if healing. Blame and anger are evidence of the second stage of healing. When making changes, small steps are usually the most effective. "Impossible" successes often result from pretending or visualization. Procrastination is both: often necessary and often a trap. To change the world, the maxim "think globally, act locally" is most appropriate. To change others, being angry, critical and demanding of them is not the best choice. Self-criticism is not a useful self-help tool. The choice between doing nothing or taking action is often difficult, if you are bothered, it is best to take some action, however small. Our intentions to read many books or to complete many projects often rob us of energy to accomplish such intentions. Get rid of most of your intentions. Being overweight is often caused by food allergy/ intolerance. Ingesting foods, which we do not tolerate well, frequently causes depression. Anger difficulties are often caused by food intolerance of which we are unaware. Food allergies are not most often known to us. Addictive food allergies are the sole cause of millions of so-called "psychological" symptoms. The most frequent food allergies/ intolerance is wheat, corn and dairy. You, not your doctor, most accurately do testing for food allergies and intolerance. To test for food allergies, getting a food such as wheat or dairy out of your diet for five days can be tricky.
Self-Assessment: I like to daydream. I can take serious challenges and play with them in my mind. I balance logic with my gut feeling in making decisions. I seek solace and inspiration in nature. I maintain my sense of humor in the face of serious problems. I maintain my sense of humility in the face of great successes. I nurture the the rational and imaginative sides of myself. I create a brain-nourishing environment at work and at home. I can take an open, childlike approach to problems. I notice things that others wouldn't think were important, and wonder about them. I have the willpower to change things in my life for the better. I'm vigilant in monitoring my own integrity. I believe in,, and practice, nonviolence in my dealing with others. I cherish all forms of life. My life is too complex and I could benefit from simplification. I take responsibility for my own actions. I regularly experience service to others as a source of joy. I appreciate and apply the power of prayer. I can forgive those who upset, offend, or oppose me. I have an open mind. My friends, family, and colleagues would agree that I am open minded. I am a patient, careful observer. I accentuate the positive in my life. I do not cling to old familiar ideas when they are proved wrong. I am methodical in my working habits. I am patient and persistent. I have empathy for other species. I do not let illness, childhood issues, or other people's criticism intimidate me, dampen my spirits, or affect my self-confidence. I am organized and thorough in documenting the process, progress, and effectiveness of my work. I can think inductively, studying specifics and details until patterns emerge. My love for truth is greater than my need to be right. I am aware of and value the freedoms I have in my society. I understand and embrace the responsibilities that come with freedom. I actively protect the rights and freedom of other people. I cherish and support intellectual freedom. I regard education as a fundamental hum right. I strive to overcome negative habits and to refine my character. I nurture my friendships. I savor the joy of living every day. I understand my own emotions and how they affect my behavior. I am sensitive to the emotions of others and understand how their experiences affect their behavior. I can analyze my doubts and fears and strive to overcome them intelligently. I take delight in the richness of language. I make time to give my imagination free rain. I enjoy reading and listening to poetry and history. I thrill to the drama of everyday life and the experiences it offers me. I am sensitive and empathic in interactions with the opposite sex. I see myself as a work in progress. I am aware of the different roles I play. I am a team player; I can blend into a group and bring out the best in everyone. I can laugh at myself in almost any situation. I am comfortable wielding power. I am self-reliant and can keep important information to myself. I can wait patiently for the right moment. I am tolerant of other people's points of view. I am calm in a crisis. I am not easily intimidated. I try to study something new every day. I know how to delegate graciously at work and at home. I know how to reward the members of my support team. I am a sound financial manager. I have a strong sense of purpose. I am aware of my power and sensitive to the effects I have on others. My mind is open to new ideas. I am aware of my core beliefs and assumptions about the nature of things. I am willing to question my assumptions and beliefs. I am sensitive to others when presenting them with my ideas. I seek the truth in all things. I use my reason and logic to solve problems. I cultivate my memory power. I welcome and embrace change. I can lead a change process. I have a dream or vision that sets the course for my life. I can persuade others to shore my dream or vision. I can communicate my ideas clearly to others. I research my plans thoroughly. I take a positive view of my setbacks. misfortunes, and mistakes. I am an optimist. I take the word "impossible" as a challenge. I have the courage to pursue new ideas. I am willing to experience discomfort in the pursuit of my dream. I believe that my dreams will become reality. I use my practical knowledge to develop my ideas. I have a knack for calming people's fears. When I begin a project I start with a visualization of its successful completion. I keep my priorities in perspective when I'm under stress. I have faith in my own ideas. I don't let setbacks throw me off course. Opposition strengthens my resolve. I can improvise when necessary. When I set a goal, I work with patience and dedication until it is successfully realized. I want to expand my intellectual perspective. I can think "out of the box" and then apply creative solutions to real-life problems. I understand and appreciate the influence of architecture in my view of the world. My happiness is based on my success at work and home. My happiness is based on how others see me. My happiness is based on my financial success and material possessions. My happiness is based on nurturing my soul. I have a well-reasoned perspective on goodness and a strong code of ethics and moral behavior. I'm committed to moral, law-abiding behavior, even if I don't feel like it. I believe that virtue is its own reward. I seek the essence of beauty every day. I ask probing, challenging questions of myself and others. I have a rational, well-considered philosophy of life. I examine my life--my philosophy, values, and contribution to society--with a searching, critical eye. For which principles would I be willing to sacrifice my life?
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