Urban Poly Princess

So AFTER talking about it happening last December, our ward was FINALLY split today. Earlier I went to hear Krista and Anthony speak at the Chinese ward. They both did a great job. A newly baptized Chinese member passed the sacrament. It was very nice. There aren't many members but I'm happy it is there so this new Chinese member was able to receive instruction and fellowship.

Erika came to class again today. Our lesson was on the priesthood. I'm glad I was able to help answer a lot of her questions. I set up a time to meet with her on Friday. When I taught my lesson she made me feel a lot better because although none of the ward mission girls attended which made me sad, she did and she is just returning to the church. I shared an experience from my mission when I knew the true meaning of how the Love of God feels described in Nephi's vision of the tree of life and how the fruit was delicious and nothing was sweeter. I prayed so much in the bathroom then because it was the only place to get away from my companion. It was weird. I felt my father-in-heaven's love and it was awesome and nothing else mattered. I always thought I understood that scripture but it wasn't until that moment that I ever did. Erika had a similar amazing experience with the same scripture earlier in the week. She made me feel so much better knowing that my lesson touched her if no one else. She told me she's been to the class before but that she really enjoyed my lesson and that it helped her.

I was so grateful to hear that from her. She is in the North ward so I'm going to try to get Trish to go with me to meet her. I know the importance of having someone in your area/ward work with and fellowship you. I know that's the right thing to do and that there are people in my ward boundaries that need the gospel in their lives too.

Unfortunately Andrew's friend is also in the North boundaries so I'm going to have to give him up too. Alan was raised very strictly as an Orthodox Jew/Christian. He told me he has LDS friends he would party with Saturday night and then go to church with on Sunday. He found it extremely offensive that his friends took the sacrament so casually.

I got conference tickets easily, right place and right time can do wonders! 2 for Krista and Anthony and 4 for me I also made sure to get both of us parking. I need to decide who else to take with me. Krista asked me if I was going to take Justin. I think she really wants me to hook up with Justin because he's white and attractive. He didn't come to church today. I don't want to just take Andrew by himself. I could take Andrew and Erika and Justin. I need to pray about who would be best to take with Andrew.

I'm also starting to plan Krista's bridal shower. I can't wait to do this right for her. Her mother doesn't get here until a few days before the wedding so I need to get this shower planned and executed. I need to reserve the relief society room asap. I should've done that today. I wish I took care of that earlier. I need to see how many people I can get to show up. The more the merrier and with more people in attendance she will get more gifts. I need to make it cute AND have it be spiritual, hip and memorable. Krista told me she's never been to a shower before. I need to do this well. I'm going to get all of her friends and as many of Anthony's friends and family that I can get.

As much as I love my mother I don't want to live with her again. I want to get married so she doesn't feel bad about me not moving in with her. I hope expanding our ward boundaries brings some nice normal men I want to get to know better. It happened with my friend and Rich AND that is very unusual for me. I just need to meet someone else that my Father in Heaven approves of AND that I can imagine spending eternity with. I should pay special attention to any half-Chinese men since that seems to be what I'm attracted to now. Hahaha. What are the chances???!!!

There was the cutest little Chinese boy in the Chinese meeting today. He looks like my nephew Sammy with his long hair. My nephew is sooo cute I love him so much. I love my nieces and nephews very much. I am grateful to have them in my life.

Sarah Biggs was attending a family ward. She talked to me about Younique today and she said she'll buy stuff from me as soon as I get my stuff. Awesome!!! I have a customer who actually sought me out before I've even attempted to sell this stuff. I watched a makeup video conducted by one of the founders. The product is exceptional, BUUUT she did her makeup too heavy. I don't like the way she applies it. Too heavy and too dated. I want to try their brilliant cream. Presenters have before and after stretch mark pictures that show a significant change.

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