...and here it is.

24 And truth is knowledge of things as they are, and as they were, and as they are to come;

(Doctrine and Covenants | Section 93:24)

I think this definition of truth is simple, yet expansive and profound. It encompasses every aspect of existence . When God looks at us he sees "the truth" because not only does he see the past and present but he also knows our future. Isolating our knowledge of a person or event to just the present cannot be complete truth because we are not taking into account all that has contributed to the situation. On the other hand, focusing only on a person's past and not allowing for the present is also not "the truth." And, if we are unwilling to believe that a person can change in the future we are also denying part of truth. If we are to truly discern "the truth" we need more than our own human abilities.

5 And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things.

(Book of Mormon | Moroni 10:5)

Truth....Part Two

24 And truth is knowledge of things as they are, and as they were, and as they are to come;

(Doctrine and Covenants | Section 93:24)

More to come at some time in the who-knows-when future.


Part One

My mind is blank....

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I wrote several scintillating posts in my mind sometime, somewhere today. I can't remember when, where or what they were about. I just remember thinking I couldn't possibly forget them because they were such great thoughts. Ha!

Grandpa at work

My father....

Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night
by Dylan Thomas

Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

And you, my father, there on that sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Ode to the 70's - a Fashion Pinnacle!

I'm not sure to whom I should credit these lovely photos. They came to me in a forwarded email. The scary thing is I remember people actually wearing this stuff!

Hey, the cover is not so bad.

Now that's a B-E-L-T! Cameron could try this out at OJHS.

It's the matching vest I'm dying to have.

The All-Purpose Jumpsuit - Father's day is coming up.

Lincoln, I've got your number here! Alena would love you in that night shirt. The yellow pants are stiff competition though.

Let's put Ben and Allysha in this little duo.

Kevin Cantrell - You're just the man!

Bethany and Kip - Here's for Sat. morning lounging.

Kevin W. - All good photographers should have this in their working wardrobe. Very smooth. It's a good alternative to the necessary "black" ensemble that seems to be the ticket currently.

Here's the dudes for the next wedding. Pastel green - how refreshing! I'll bet their breath is Wintergreen fresh!

Actually this guy's not too bad although the tie is a stretch with that jacket. (I made Dad one of those plaid jackets once upon a time.) The blue version takes the cake however. Christian, this would be your perfect prom attire.

This "I'm a tourist" outfit is ready and waiting for the next Hawaiian vacationer.

Lorien, don't you think these would cement the Copperleaf image as a work outfit. Ingenious branding move.

Natalie, here's a couple for your portfolio and by the way Kevin, if you think G & G furniture is a little too retro how about this stuff.