If you are a reader of my blog, by now you probably know that I have been reading the Old Testament for awhile. One of my goals this year, before I turn 50, is to read all of the standard works. Well, I am happy to announce that I have finished - the Old Testament that is. All 1184 pages. Done!
Hooray for me!
Now if I could just remember and apply all the important things I read. Oh well, that's for my next visit with the Old Testament.
I asked my oldest son what he thought would be a good celebration for completing the entire Old Testament. He told me I should participate in some begatting - lots and lots of begatting. I was shocked. Hopefully my begatting years are behind me. Now, I know that Sarah was blessed to be able to conceive Isaac at a ripe, old age, but I don't need a baby in my old age. I need grown up children to take care of me and be a comfort to me. At least that's my plan.
Maybe to celebrate my accomplishment I will partake of some of those Bible wonder foods. Now if I could just remember what they are. I think maybe honey is one of them.
I now have just under 3 months to complete the rest of the standard works. The hubby and I are reading the Book of Mormon together every night, so I think that one is covered. I'm starting on the New Testament tomorrow so that sounds doable also. The trouble is with the Doctrine and Covenants. We are suppose to be reading it as a family, but we are not making too much progress. We decided to read it at dinner every night, but for some reason we don't seem to eat dinner together that often and when we do we usually have company or don't remember we are suppose to read. I may be in for an all night reading of the D&C on my birthday eve. Oh, and lest you be concerned about the Pearl of Great Price, I read it when I was reading Genesis because that is where it seems to fit in to me.
Today I am grateful for
a fun lunch outing with my friends.
libraries.
ancient prophets who wrote in their journals.
One year ago today - Glasses, Happy Hour(s)
3 comments:
I'm impressed with your scripture reading. I read the bible through about 13 years ago. Before kids you know. :) Now I am lucky to read the verses that go along with the sunday school lesson. I hope you complete your goal. I am reading one of the books you recommended called Invisible. I like it, thanks for the tip.
Way to go! Congratulations on the big accomplishment! As far as your oldest sons suggestion. Doing as he says might undo some of the righteous effort and effects that you have put forth.
Enjoy the "honey" of your accomplishment.
I, also, have read some of the books that you suggested on your blog. I really enjoyed Whirlpool and Riptide! Spanish Fork library just needs to get the third book of this series in. I'm hoping they get the three in the other series, too. I'm trying to wait patiently!
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