tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22765206794090695592024-03-13T14:09:41.880-07:00Rebecca Irvine, AuthorRebecca Irvine, busy mom, author, and bookworm. Musings on writing, communication, and whatever.Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.comBlogger956125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-37161487515971981102018-07-23T11:47:00.002-07:002018-07-23T11:48:49.531-07:00TLC #8: Time Management<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #1d2129;">Each Sunday this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching strategy that can be used at church (such as in LDS teacher councils) or school. Hope a few readers find these helpful! Read earlier strategies by clicking on the linked label at the end of this post.</span></span><br />
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<b style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">Strategy #8: Time Management</b><br />
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<span data-offset-key="g1cb-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">Time is always a factor in group discussions. More often than not time seems to run short. A good discussion leader will keep the class moving and focused. It may be helpful to include guidelines for time in the discussion plan (e.g., plan to spend five minutes discussing topic A, then 15 minutes on topic B). However, don’t let your desire to finish a discussion plan get in the way of learning or the Spirit. </span><span blockkey="g1cb" class="_5zk7" contentstate="k { "entityMap": undefined, "blockMap": OrderedMap { "at4v9": a { "key": "at4v9", "type": "unstyled", "text": "Each Sunday (sorry I am late this week!) this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching strategy that can be used at church or school. 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Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-30550548665075983552018-07-15T20:52:00.000-07:002018-07-15T20:52:42.064-07:00TLC #7: Philosophical Stations<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This discussion generating strategy involves looking at an issue from different philosophical stands. After reviewing the issue generally, divide the class in half. Assign one point of view to half of the group, and the opposing point of view to the other half. Ask each half of the room to articulate the philosophical stance of their assigned point of view, with the use of supporting scriptures/evidence. Can also be used with point of view of individuals (i.e., Abinadi vs. King Noah). #TeachLeadCollaborate</span>Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-16112346506964469922018-07-09T14:14:00.000-07:002018-07-09T14:14:16.702-07:00Steele Your Heart 2018I've been busy traveling to Utah the past four days. We are here to attend my darling niece's wedding. Despite the warm day it was such a beautiful wedding and reception! My niece Morgan met her fiance Austin early this year using the <a href="https://www.mutual.app/" target="_blank">Mutual app</a>. She is attending BYU-I and he was at BYU-Provo. It didn't take long until the two were inseparable. Aren't they a darling couple? Here are some of my favorite pics from the special occasion. The reception was held at <a href="https://www.bungalowwedding.com/" target="_blank">The Bungalow</a>, which was lovely.<br />
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Here are my three kiddos waiting for the wedding at the Mount Timpanogos Temple. I love them so much!<br />
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I am still in Utah, although my two older kids have flown home. My youngest has BYU volleyball camp this week, and I will be writing!Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-60297033997567840492018-07-09T03:30:00.000-07:002018-07-09T14:15:49.872-07:00TLC #6: "The Heart of the Matter"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Use this phrase as a bridge to help get group members back on topic. If you have had several people share personal experiences, jump in (ignoring other raised hands) and say, "Thank you for being willing to share your experiences. Listening to these experiences helps us to focus on the heart of the matter, namely [insert gospel principle]." Then redirect by having someone read a scripture or quote, followed by discussing the doctrine. #TeachLeadCollaborate</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span data-offset-key="evt8m-0-0"><span data-text="true">Turn and Talk is a strategy teachers use to ensure student engagement across the classroom, while minimizing the participation of those who overshare. After a few minutes of instruction, invite students to discuss lesson concepts, or respond to specific questions, by turning to their neighbor and talking with each other. Allow enough time for conversation so both can share their thoughts. The teacher then asks a few groups to share with the class what they discussed. #teachleadcollaborate</span></span></span></span></div>
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Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-55860740017324543112018-06-28T16:42:00.000-07:002018-06-28T16:42:01.490-07:00Weekend Plans<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I don't have a lot going on this weekend. In fact, two of my kiddos are out of town and that means things are pretty quiet around here. However, I finished teaching my summer class today, and I am really looking forward to my REAL summer break now. I'm thinking a movie, swimming, and shopping fun are well deserved. Too bad the Fourth of July is in the middle of the week... seems like it doesn't really count as a holiday if it isn't a long weekend. But I am going to make it fun anyway.Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-4822037693520631142018-06-24T12:51:00.000-07:002018-06-24T12:51:42.654-07:00TLC Strategy #4: Mirror Class Member Behavior<br />
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Sunday this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching
strategy that can be used at church (such as in LDS teacher councils) or
school. Hope a few readers find these helpful! Read earlier strategies by clicking on the linked label at the end of this post.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d2129; display: inline; float: none; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d2129; display: inline; float: none; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">A powerful method to build rapport is to match and mirror the behavior
of those in the group. This includes a variety of behaviors, such as
tone of voice, facial expressions, formality of body posture, and eye
contact. By assuming the behaviors and attitudes of those being taught,
discussion leaders show they are listening and present. On a
psychological level the class members feel a sense of acceptance and
recognition. <a class="_58cn" data-ft="{"tn":"*N","type":104}" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/teachleadcollaborate?source=feed_text"><span class="_5afx"><span class="_58cl _5afz">#</span><span class="_58cm">teachleadcollaborate</span></span></a><b> </b></span>Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-79327829345411669502018-06-22T13:57:00.000-07:002018-06-22T13:57:06.938-07:00Great ReviewsI was excited to read a new five-star review for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Improving-Family-Communication-Lessons-Christlike-ebook/dp/B07D746P3M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1529699186&sr=8-1&keywords=Improving+Family+Communication" target="_blank">Improving Family Communication</a> posted on Amazon today. I took a screen shot of it because it makes me so happy. (Yes, I'm a touch weird.) I have been busy getting the print version of it ready while the ebook is available. I hope that it will be for sale soon!<br />
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Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-6508254361614404332018-06-19T17:45:00.000-07:002018-06-19T17:45:16.930-07:00I Need to Laugh MoreI'm feeling the need to laugh. Life has been too serious and even a little stressful. Time to smile and take a time out. One of my favorite things to do is watch Brian Regan videos on YouTube. It always makes me laugh. Here are a few of my favorites. Enjoy!<br />
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<br />Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-75364956637864422072018-06-17T19:16:00.000-07:002018-06-17T19:16:49.335-07:00TLC Strategy #3: Series of 3 Questions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d2129; display: inline; float: none; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Each Sunday this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching strategy that can be used at church (such as in LDS teacher councils) or school. Hope a few readers find these helpful! Read<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://rebeccairvine.blogspot.com/2018/06/tlc-strategy-1-warm-ups.html" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent; color: #0066cc; font-family: "helvetica","arial",sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: underline; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;" target="_blank">Strategy #1 here</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d2129; display: inline; float: none; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"> and <a href="https://rebeccairvine.blogspot.com/2018/06/tlc-strategy-2-balancing-participation.html" target="_blank">Strategy #2 here</a>.</span></span><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />
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<b></b><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent; color: #1d2129; display: inline; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;" />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">“I challenge you to strengthen your efforts to spiritually
minister to one another. To minister spiritually can begin with
baking cookies or playing a basketball game, but eventually this holier way of
ministering requires opening your heart and your faith, taking courage in
encouraging the positive growth you are seeing in a friend or in expressing
concerns about things you see and feel that are not consistent with discipleship"
(Neil L. Andersen, <a href="https://www.lds.org/church/news/elder-neil-l-andersen-explains-what-ministering-looks-like?lang=eng">April
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Sometimes having a little fun together can go a long way to
building a relationship with those you are ministering to. Here are five fun ideas to help get to know each other and have fun via texting.</span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Send
a text that asks questions to get to know each other better, such as:</span><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"In
the spirit of ministering and getting to know you better, how would you answer
the following?</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"1.
Which would you rather do, go white water rafting or sky diving?</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"2.
What is something others are totally into, but you just don't get it?</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"3.
What were your favorite past times as a 5 year old?</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"4.
Where is the farthest place you have traveled from home?</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"5.
What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? Plain or sugar cone?"</span></i><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Be
sure to provide your own answers after you get a response!</span><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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#2: Hymn Lyrics Game</span></b><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">This
is a great texting game that also includes a spiritual thought or two. The game
is played by sending a quote of hymn lyrics via text. The other person has to
guess which hymn it is from. This can be fun if you are both into music, and
can be broadened to include lyrics from other songs. You might send a text that
reads something like this:</span><span style="color: black;"></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"A ministering thought for you that
doubles as a trivia game: Can you tell which hymn these lyrics are from? '<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; orphans: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">And
though this world, with devils filled,/ </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; orphans: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Should threaten to
undo us,/ </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; orphans: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">We will not fear, for God hath willed/ </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; orphans: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">His
truth to triumph through us.'</span></span><span style="color: black;"></span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"A. How Firm a Foundation</span><span style="color: black;"></span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"B. A Mighty Fortress is Our God</span><span style="color: black;"></span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">"C. All Creatures of Our God and
King"</span><span style="color: black;"></span></i></div>
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their guess you can text a brief thought or testimony of the truthfulness of
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This fun childhood favorite can be
adapted to texting. Instead of using a drawing, the player gets 8 points that
are counted down if their letter guess is wrong. To get started the first
player sends a text with a series of underscores (I use 2 adjacent underscores
followed by a space), each representing a letter of the chosen word. The other
player makes a guess of a letter they think might be in the word. If he/she
guesses the correct letter, the first player applies the letter in one of the
underscores and fills the slot in a return text. However, if the letter guessed
is incorrect, the player loses a point. Here is a recent sample game I played
with my daughter.</span></div>
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game. Text a series of quotes that can easily be attributed to a church leader
or a well-known pop culture icon. Then see if your ministering friend can guess the right
answer. Here is an example (based on <a href="https://utahvalley360.com/2014/03/01/who-said-it-dieter-or-dumbledore/">this
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Can
you guess who said the following quotes? Dieter F. Uchtdorf or Dumbledore?</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Quote
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">([Wait
for guess and then reveal answer] Dieter F. Uchtdorf)</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Quote
2: 'It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.'"
(Dumbledore)</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Quote
3: 'Differences of habit and language are nothing at all if our aims are
identical and our hearts are open.'" </span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">(Dumbledore)</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Quote
4: 'I invite you to rise to the great potential within you.'" </span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">(Dieter
F. Uchtdorf)</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">After this little game, be sure to text
an uplifting comment about one of the quotes or having leaders who inspire and
share good advice. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">P.S., Here are two other sources you
could use for Who Said It?:</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://mormonhub.com/blog/quiz/medium/brigham-young-beatles/">Brigham
Young or the Beatles</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.ldsliving.com/Quiz-Did-an-Apostle-C-S-Lewis-or-J-R-R-Tolkien-Say-It/s/86923">Apostle,
C.S. Lewis, or J.R.R. Tolkein</a></span></div>
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<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">#5 Sharing a Humorous Meme</span></b></div>
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<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sometimes just sending a funny meme or
GIF to make your ministering friend smile is enough to let them know you are
thinking of them. When texting a meme you are essentially adding a picture to a
text message. If you can download the picture, you can then attach it to the
message. Try to find the image you want, long press on it, and then select
copy. Next, when you're in the text message, long press and select paste.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Alternatively, you could also send a
meme of a conference quote or scripture.</span></div>
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Just a few ramblings in response to a <a href="https://www.deseretnews.com/article/900020401/teens-love-and-hate-social-media-but-nearly-all-have-phones.html" target="_blank">recent article published in Deseret News</a>, which gives in-depth information on teens and media usage. The article reports, "<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent; display: inline !important; float: none; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 31px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Today, 95 percent of teens have a smartphone, and 88 percent have a desktop or laptop computer." These numbers are huge! And the end result is a varied, but widespread, impact on the rising generation.</span></span></div>
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Here are some of the problems that are often associated with the usage of social media:<br />
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1. Poor time management skills - Who hasn't been sucked into the never ending world of surfing Instagram or Facebook? It is addicting and an excellent way to waste time.<br />
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2. Mental health issues - Those who post to social media tend to put forth their best life. I get it--I would not want anyone to see the muckiness of my life either. However, the end result is that users of social media constantly see and compare themselves to other's best (but incomplete) lives. Ultimately this has a negative impact on the self, self-worth, and self-concept.<br />
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3. Fake news - Unfortunately, Russians aren't the only ones out there writing fake news articles, posting links to click bait, or trying to mislead users. The amount of false information on the internet is pretty astounding. And it can be challenging to be sure what we are reading is true.<br />
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4. Bullying - The disconnect and anonymity of posting on the internet somehow makes some users feel that civility isn't needed. Others purposefully post flaming comments intended to be rude and to rile up the emotions of readers. The ensuing bullying has been painful, not to mention deadly, to many users.<br />
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Seeing these statistics, and the negative results of too much social media usage, it is no wonder President Nelson asked LDS teens to do a seven day social media fast. Their world seems to be immersed in technology! Taking time away from social media, even just a week, has its benefits.<br />
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My daughters both participated in the fast. My younger daughter said she has realized there is no reason to be continuously checking her Instagram account--there are other things to do that are a better use of her time. She read more, hung out with friends (many of whom were also doing the fast), painted, and played games.<br />
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My older daughter noted that she also found other more productive things to do. "I check it a lot less now," she responded when asked. Hopefully the change will be lasting!<br />
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If you are interested in helping your family improve their communication skills because you have seen the negative impact of too much social media or screen time, check out my latest book <i>Improving Family Communication</i>. Available on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Improving-Family-Communication-Lessons-Christlike-ebook/dp/B07D746P3M/ref=pd_rhf_pe_p_img_5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NXXK873AV1RT7ADXDTF3" target="_blank">Amazon</a>!<br />
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Each Sunday this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching strategy that can be used at church (such as in LDS teacher councils) or school. Hope a few readers find these helpful! Read <a href="https://rebeccairvine.blogspot.com/2018/06/tlc-strategy-1-warm-ups.html" target="_blank">Strategy #1 here</a>.</div>
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You must be prepared to be bossy (in a nice way) if you want to stay on point all of the time. Strive to encourage quiet/shy people to participate and tell those “over-enthusiastic” people to pipe down. Of course, we need to do this in a way that doesn’t appear to single-out anyone and offend them ("I love what you have to say--I just wish we had more time." or "Thank you for sharing. Let's hear what others think.") Balance participation by asking, “Who else has something to say?” or “I would like to hear more from this side of the room.” <a class="_58cn" data-ft="{"tn":"*N","type":104}" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/teachleadcollaborate?source=feed_text" style="color: #365899; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; text-decoration: none;"><span class="_5afx" style="direction: ltr; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span aria-label="hashtag" class="_58cl _5afz" style="color: #365899; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">#</span><span class="_58cm" style="font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">teachleadcollaborate</span></span></a></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; margin: 0px; orphans: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; margin: 0px;"><i>The Scandal in Honor</i> is
the second book of the Lord Trevelin Mysteries. Lord Trevelin, whose mouth is
scarred from an earlier duel over a married woman, has had his reputation damaged
in the eyes of the ton several times. In the first book, the murder of a neighbor's son
results in sleuthing and the discovery of a gruesome plot. In the current book,
the now-engaged Trevelin feels compelled to help a penniless young woman (not
his fiancé, Jane), whose father is deceased, so she can have a season.
Unfortunately, her mother is murdered and Trevelin's sleuthing skills are called upon.</span></span></div>
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<span style="margin: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;">I particularly enjoy Trevelin's character. He has
many strengths, but his flaws offer layers of insight into his personality. In
TSIH Trevelin repeatedly sees Willy, the ghost of a deceased friend, and the
reader is left to wonder if it's real or if it is a mental breakdown. I have an
opinion on this, but since Heidi doesn't reveal the truth (at least not yet), I am waiting for the third book in this series to know for sure.</span></span></div>
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love Heidi's ability to keep me guessing until the very end. Lord Trevelin is a
great character--multifaceted, smart, empathic, and definitely heroic. And the
supporting cast of characters have unique voices, making the plot all the more
interesting. I experienced a wide range of emotions reading this book (laughed
at Mrs. S., swooned at Trev's romance, and was so sad when his reputation was
again demolished). </span>Ashworth writes regency era better than 9 in 10
authors out there. Her style is reminiscent of Georgette Heyer. If you are a
fan of regency era books or mysteries, I highly recommend the Lord Trevelin
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<span style="color: black; margin: 0px;">"What is the price one must
pay to protect ones honor? Or that of another? It has been two years since the
duel that changed Julian "Trev" Silvester's life. He is now happily
betrothed to Miss Jane Leavitt whose influence has helped to restore his
reputation among Society. Her father, however, has not allowed the connection
to be made public. He is not happy about Trev's penchant for looking into
unsavory matters such as missing diamond necklaces and dead downstairs maids.
He will allow the couple to set a date for their wedding when he is satisfied
that Trev will look to his own reputation with the same care as does Jane. Meanwhile,
Trev is taken with the tale of a young lady new to Town. Her military father
was said to have done away with himself in order to escape censure over his
decision to flee a battle with his wife and child. Trev can't resist attempting
to set the man's reputation to rights. He is helped by a "ghostly"
Willy and the boot boy cum valet, Jack. When several more "accidents"
occur, Trev's list of suspects grows. And then his cousin Eve threatens him
with ruin if he does not release Jane to his clutches. The Scandal in Honor is
book two in The Lord Trevelin Mysteries. Be sure to read the first book in this
captivating Regency-era mystery series about one man's journey to redemption,
told through the eyes of the one whose absolution he longs for the most: his own."</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40091477-the-scandal-in-honor?from_search=true" target="_blank"><span style="color: #b00000;"></span>Goodreads link</a><br />
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Scandal-Honor-Trevelin-Mystery-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B07CVF8VVV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1528490998&sr=8-1&keywords=the+scandal+in+honor" target="_blank">Amazon link</a><br />
Heidi's Blog, <a href="http://heidiashworth.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Dunhaven Place</a><br />
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<br />Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-45334846223621402172018-06-05T14:00:00.000-07:002018-06-05T17:34:56.860-07:00Favorite Authors: LM MontgomeryI remember starting sixth grade without the desire to read. My teacher that year was Mrs. Werner. In an effort to get me reading Mrs. Werner suggested I try <i>Anne of Green Gables</i>. I looked at the cover, then looked at Mrs. Werner, and thought, "Saying 'no' is not an option." So I took the book home and struggled for a week to get through the first chapter. Anne's forever-long diatribe on her ride home from the railroad station with Matthew was hard to get through.<br />
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But then I had a breakthrough. Anne's arrival at Green Gables was much more interesting. I so hoped Marilla and Matthew would keep her. And especially after she became friends with Diana, I could not put the book down. Later, as I read the sequels, I fell in love with Gilbert Blythe as much as Anne did. The whole <i>Anne</i> series is still a favorite to this day. I wish I could thank Mrs. Werner.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Lucy Maude Montgomery's mother died when she was just 21 months old. For the most part her grandparents raised her on Prince Edward Island in Canada. She was first published at about age 16 when a poem she wrote was printed in the newspaper. After she finished school she studied to get a teacher's license. </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent; display: inline !important; float: none; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.28px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">She taught in various schools on Prince Edward Island. Although she did not enjoy the work, it provided plenty of time to write. </span>"Beginning in 1897, her short stories were published in magazines and newspapers. A prolific writer, Montgomery published over 100 stories between 1897 and 1907" (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucy_Maud_Montgomery" target="_blank">source</a>). </span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Her first book, <i>Anne of Green Gables,</i> was published in 1908 and was an immediate success. In 1911 Lucy married Ewen McDonald, a Presbyterian preacher; shortly thereafter they moved to Ontario for his work. The couple had three sons (although the second was stillborn), but the marriage was difficult due to Ewen's mental health and temperament issues. Lucy's writing became prolific during this time of her life, partially because she used writing as a coping mechanism to deal with her challenges. She spent many years caring for her husband and struggled with depression as a result. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: transparent; display: inline !important; float: none; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.28px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">During her lifetime, Montgomery had published twenty novels, over 500 short stories, an autobiography, and a book of poetry. She died in 1942.</span></span></span></span></div>
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Project Gutenberg has numerous L.M. Montgomery books available for free as ebook downloads. <a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/36" target="_blank">Follow this link</a> and pick your favorite. I recommend <i>Rilla of Ingleside</i> in addition to any of the <i>Anne</i> books.<br />
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Each Sunday this summer I will be posting a discussion-based teaching strategy that can be used at church or school. Hope a few readers find these helpful! </div>
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<b> Strategy #1: Warm-Ups </b><br />
Word, imagery, and personification associations are a fun way to get people talking at the beginning of class. The discussion leader uses a set of pictures or phrases and asks the class members to choose which one they think best describes or relates to the topic at hand. Go around the room and let individuals share. Follow-up questions on how the choice of association relates can give further insight to thoughts and feelings. Works well as an attention-getter and to get feedback from individuals. Can also be done with class members placed in teams or small groups.</div>
</span>Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-6390625054772455002018-06-01T12:51:00.003-07:002018-06-01T12:51:50.389-07:00NEW RELEASE! Improving Family CommunicationI am exited to announce the release my fifth book,<i> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Improving-Family-Communication-Lessons-Christlike-ebook/dp/B07D746P3M/ref=sr_1_10?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1527385300&sr=1-10&keywords=the+family+communication" target="_blank">Improving Family Communication: 16 FHE Lessons on Christlike Communication</a></i>. I had such a positive response to some FHE lessons I posted here on my blog about basic communication skills, I decided to expand on that idea and put them all in a book. There are lessons on eye contact, conflict management, listening, verbal communication, mental health, and more.<br />
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Don't you love the cover? The artwork is by a friend, Jeff Byrd. He did a fabulous job!<br />
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Currently <i>Improving Family Communication</i> is an ebook, but will soon be available in hard copy. The publishing of this book is a goal I have been working on for the past year, so I am excited to see it come to fruition.<br />
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Michaela Stephens of <a href="https://scriptoriumblogorium.blogspot.com/2018/06/book-review-improving-family.html" target="_blank">Scriptorium Bloggorium</a> recently posted a great review, so if you are interested in learning more follow the link!Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-41169941890515257042017-08-21T08:31:00.001-07:002017-08-21T08:31:31.225-07:00Today the Frog Swallows the Sun<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today I am going to try to catch the solar eclipse. I was interested to read in a work email that for<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> many Native Americans, an eclipse has sacred significance requiring them to
observe the day by remaining indoors and refraining from their daily
activities. </span><br />
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A co-worker confirmed, writing, "In my tribe they tell a story of how a Big Frog swallowed the Sun. It was an
old man who discovered the Big Frog. He asked the people to come outside
and make as much noise as possible, until the Sun returned. The women
shook our turtle rattles and our men sang our songs on the water drum.
Some shot arrows into the sky until the Big Frog spit out the Sun. Soon
our Grandmother Sun returned to show the light and the way to the
people. "<br /><br />
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James Adair, in the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/History-American-Indians-James-Adair/dp/0817355782/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1292880630&sr=8-1">History of the American Indians</a>, notes: "The first lunar eclipse I saw after I lived with the Indians
was among the Cherokee (in about 1736), and during the continuance of it
their conduct appeared very surprising to one who had not seen the like
before. They all ran wild, this way and that way, like lunatics, firing
their guns, whooping and hallooing, beating of kettles, ringing horse
bells, and making the most horrid noises that human beings possibly
could. This was the effect of their natural philosophy and done to
assist the suffering moon."<br />
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How grateful I am for such interesting cultures and stories. They make life all the more interesting! You can read about additional cultural interpretations of the eclipse <a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar-eclipse-myths.html" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
<blockquote>
<em>The path of the moon’s umbral shadow-in which the sun
will be completely obscured by the moon-during the total solar eclipse
of Aug. 21, 2017. The lunar shadow enters the United States near Lincoln
City, Oregon, at 9:05 a.m. PDT. Totality begins in Lincoln City, Oregon
at 10:16 a.m. PDT. The total eclipse will end in Charleston, South
Carolina, at 2:48 p.m. EDT. The lunar shadow leaves the United States at
4:09 p.m.. EDT. Outside the path, a partial solar eclipse will be
visible throughout the continental U.S. – </em><em>Courtesy of NASA</em></blockquote>
Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-21710514636283224422017-08-14T21:37:00.002-07:002017-08-15T07:49:37.407-07:00Using a Soft Tone<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Communication has three components: verbal, nonverbal, and
nonlexical. This third component, nonlexical, consists of the vocal, but
nonverbal, aspects of speaking, including intonation, pitch and speed of
speaking, hesitation noises, etc.</div>
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One of the nonlexical areas I struggle with is using a soft
tone of voice when I get irritated or upset. Using the right tone of voice is
critical because many studies show it directly correlates with how interpersonal interactions
turn out. <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/therapy-types/the-gottman-method">One
study</a> has shown it takes five positive interactions to make up for one
instance where a negative tone of voice was used. That's a hard ratio to keep up with if you struggle like me.</div>
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Researchers have also proven individuals tend to mimic back communication
styles used. If I whisper to you, you are likely to whisper back. (Although you
might ask, “Why are we whispering?”) And if I speak with a snark, my kids might
get snarky back. So an adverse tone of voice may result in an escalation of nonconstructive
conversation at home or elsewhere simply because of this mimic effect.</div>
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So what can you do to help ensure you use the right tone of
voice? Here are three tips:</div>
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<b>1. Be mindful.</b></div>
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Just being aware is half the battle. It’s when I am
distracted and not thinking about what I am saying I end up using the wrong
tone of voice and in trouble. I try to slow down and actively think about the purpose of my
conversations and to remind myself of the need for positive outcomes. Relationships
are always more important than resources or things, so keeping this in mind
helps me to stay focused and use a positive tone.</div>
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For me, losing control of my tone of voice is a symptom that
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I recently noticed a series of videos on the<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/MormonMessages" target="_blank"> Mormon Channel</a> on YouTube called <i>Gospel Solutions for Families</i>. The series addresses relationship, communication, and gospel living issues faced by families and tries to offer practical solutions from experienced professionals. Each episode is about 20-30 minutes in length. Here is one of their episodes about how maintaining the marriage relationship helps benefit parenting. I think this discussion would benefit so many families. Enjoy!<br />
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Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-40809818115020725322017-08-02T21:13:00.002-07:002017-08-02T21:13:56.276-07:00August Isn't as Boring as You ThinkAugust has always seemed kind of boring to me. It's incredibly hot, students have to head back to school, and there are no real holidays. Aside from the fun of back-to-school shopping (which is not all that fun with two high school girls who don't want their mom to accompany them anymore), August really lacks charisma.<br />
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In an effort to find something to look forward to I Googled holidays in August to see if there was anything I was overlooking. Here are three days in August you can have fun celebrating:<br />
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<br /><b>August 1: National Girlfriends Day</b><br />
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as girlfriends get together around the United States and celebrate
their special bond of friendship. Girlfriends can often be our sisters
or mothers, classmates or co-workers."</span><br />
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<b>August 6: International Friendship Day</b><br />
"In 1998 Winnie the Pooh was named the world’s Ambassador of
Friendship at the United Nations, and in April 2011
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"According to the Friendship Day declaration, we are invited to “observe
this day in an appropriate manner, in accordance with the culture and
other appropriate circumstances or customs of their local, national and
regional communities, including through education and public
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Friendship Day is a great opportunity to teach kids how to be a good friend, to get together with friends you haven't seen for a while, or to be try and make a new friend. <br />
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<b>August 26: National Dog Day</b><br />
National Dog Day, which was instituted in 2005, serves to raise awareness of the thousands of dogs that
need to be rescued. It encourages appreciation for family dogs and
working dogs, such as bomb dogs, service dogs, rescue dogs and law
enforcement dogs. Dogs are owned by many families in the US, however
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Although I don't have any pets (too many allergies in our family), dogs would be my favorite. Maybe I will take my parent's dogs for a walk this day, to go and visit the puppies at the pet store. <br />
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In addition to these, August 31 is the birthday of a favorite friend. Happy early birthday Raylene Brunner Gull! Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-52506932182435038802017-07-31T13:29:00.000-07:002017-07-31T13:29:00.160-07:00Favorite Authors: Agatha ChristieI don't recall how old I was when I first read a mystery by <a href="http://www.agathachristie.com/" target="_blank">Agatha Christie</a>. But I do remember going through a phase of checking each book out of the Mesa Public Library. It was summer and I would ride my bike twice a week the three miles to the library to get a new batch of books. I remember loving Christie's books because it was almost impossible to guess who was the murderer.<br />
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Agatha Christie is a British author born in Devon in 1890. Unusual for the time, Agatha was homeschooled by her father. She loved to read and had a vivid imagination. She started writing in her later teen years, first experimenting with short stories. In 1910 her family moved to Cairo to benefit her mother's health. Cairo became the setting of several of her books later in life.<br />
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In 1912 Agatha met Archie Christie, a pilot in the Royal Flying Corps. Their courtship progressed quickly, but was interrupted by WWI. They were not able to marry until Christmas Eve of 1914. Just three days later Archie had to return to the war. It was not until after the war ended their married life truly began.<br />
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Agatha began writing more in earnest at this time. Her sister, Madge, bet her she could not write a good detective story. Additionally, Agatha found her day job at a local hospital to be extremely boring. When the hospital opened a dispensary, she took the exam to become an apothecary and changed jobs. This knowledge of medicine and poisons became invaluable to her writing. Her first novel, <i>The Mysterious Affair at Styles, </i>which uses her knowledge as an apothecary,<i> </i>took a while to get published, but resulted in a publisher asking for five more manuscripts. Agatha had won her bet with Madge.<br />
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Agatha is actually known for a real-life personal mystery. In December 1925, possibly concussed, she disappeared. Her car was found abandoned the next morning. She was eventually discovered in a hotel in London suffering from amnesia. She did not recognize her husband when he came to get her. Her marriage began to fail after this and she never spoke of this time to others. By 1928 she and Archie were divorced. About five years later she met and married Max Mallowan, an archaeologist and language specialist.<br />
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Christie's career as an author was most prolific during her later years. She is known for several famous detective characters, including Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Poirot is a Belgian retired detective who is known for his methodical, precise work, as well as his mustache. Miss Jane Marple is an elderly, charming British woman who blends into the background, but has intuitive listening and observation skills. <br />
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I don't own all that many Agatha Christie books, since I read most of them from the library. I did notice, however, that Project Gutenberg has two of Agatha Christie's books available as free ebook downloads. <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/451" target="_blank">You can find them here</a>. I downloaded <i>The Mysterious Affair at Styles</i> to re-read (I could not remember the plot having read it so long ago) and enjoyed once again Christie's writing ability. If you have not read any of Agatha Christie's works, this is a great place to start!<br />
<br />Rebecca Irvinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07156262858446400612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2276520679409069559.post-53707895232345481032017-07-25T16:39:00.002-07:002017-07-25T16:39:42.970-07:00Ask the Editor: DoozyI had no idea doozy and daisy had a linked background. Love learning new things! Enjoy!<br />
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So what's a mom to do to celebrate Pioneer Day under these circumstances? Well, here are six easy activities to try:<br />
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<strong>1. Cook Dinner Over a Fire</strong><br />
This does not have to be super difficult--no Dutch ovens required! You have permission to go the hot-dog-on-a-stick route if you want. Or you could take it up a notch to Hobo dinners (tinfoil dinners). Here is a <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/melissaharrison/foil-packet-camping-recipes?utm_term=.dgg9Wkd41#.ccXODlAqv" target="_blank">link to 21 tinfoil recipes</a> you could try. To make it extra pioneer-like, have your children gather sticks and pine cones to use to help with the fire. <br />
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<strong>2. Play a pioneer game</strong><br />
Pulling sticks is probably the most famous Mormon pioneer game and can easily be played with a broom handle. Sit face to face and foot to foot with your opponent. One person's hands are on the outside of the other's. Both players pull as hard as they can. The stronger player will remain seated, while the weaker (losing) player gets pulled upward. <br />
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<strong>3. Go for a Hike</strong><br />
Crossing the plains was a lot like hiking. Add some cowboy hats, bandanas, or boots and it becomes even a little more authentic. While hiking, <a href="https://www.lds.org/music/library/childrens-songbook/to-be-a-pioneer?lang=eng&_r=1" target="_blank">sing some songs about pioneers</a>, or talk about how hard it would have been to be outdoors all day and to not have enough water or supplies. Of course, if you live anywhere near a pioneer trail, be sure to use it!<br />
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<strong>4. Read About Pioneer Ancestors</strong><br />
There is something about hearing true stories of real pioneers that helps to bring the whole purpose of Pioneer Day into perspective. The sacrifice and endurance the pioneers experienced can help us to have a higher level of appreciation. If you are not sure if any of your ancestors were pioneers, log onto <a href="https://familysearch.org/pioneers#/" target="_blank">this website on FamilySearch.org</a> and it can help you search. In lieu of that, there are plenty of pioneer stories in the Church magazines and other books (<em><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BSGPCO/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1" target="_blank">I Walked to Zion</a></em> is a favorite of mine). <br />
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<strong>5. Learn About Farm Animals</strong><br />
Pioneers relied heavily on animals to live and thrive. Oxen and horses helped to pull wagons across the plains, but other animals were essential to living on the frontier and to farm. If you live near a petting zoo, have a neighbor with farm animals, or can attend a local rodeo, take time to learn and appreciate this aspect of pioneer life. <br />
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<strong>6. Make a Pioneer Day Craft</strong><br />
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Next week is Pioneer Day! I love hearing pioneer stories and sharing them with my family. This year Pioneer Day is on Monday, so that's the perfect time to get together and share the experiences of these amazing Saints. Here are three of my favorite:<br />
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a large leather valise half buried in the dust along the trail. He picked it up
and laid it in his handcart. After he had made camp that night, Hans opened the
bag and found it was full of gold! Hans gave the bag to the head of the
handcart company, Captain Rowley, and said nothing about it. A group of men
from the gold fields of California came into camp a few days later. They told
how they had lost a bag and wondered if anyone had seen it. Hans immediately
spoke up and said he had found it. Captain Rowley gave the bag to the men.
Because Hans had been honest, the men gave him $5 and a bag of salt. The gold
miners said that the valise contained about $8000 in gold. But for Hans, being
honest was more important than money. (Adapted from <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Life History of Hans Olsen Magleby</i> [1958], 13)<br />
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2. From my own ancestral line:Alice Cherrington’s father was very sick with mountain
fever, which added to the hardships of crossing the plains. When they reached
Green River (Wyoming), there being so many of the family sick, Captain Smith
decided to leave the family behind to give them a chance to heal. The station
master had a good sized room which he let the family have to stay in while
there.There were acres and acres of wild native currents grew
there. Alice’s father gathered them, her mother stewed them, and the family ate
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Still the family had few provisions--a small portion of
flour and a ham bone. The station master was very good to the Cherringtons.
One day he was going to a place called Wood River. Alice’s father had a watch
he brought from England, which he asked the station master to take and trade or
sell for provisions. The station master took the watch and brought the provisions
her father sent for, but also the watch back. Within a few months the
Cherringtons were able to continue their journey, making it safely to Salt
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from England. A widow left with seven children, Sister Rowley decided to head to
Zion. One of the more challenging parts of their journey was finding enough
food to feed all of them. Sometimes Ann would see her children pull
rawhide strips off the wagon to chew on because they were so hungry. Worried
about their lack of supplies, she went to the Lord in prayer, seeking His
guidance. Soon she remembered saving two, small, hard sea biscuits from their
passage over the Atlantic. Sister Rowley wrote in her journal: “Surely, that
was not enough to feed 8 people, but 5 loaves and 2 fishes were not enough to
feed 5000 people either, but through a miracle, Jesus had done it. So, with God’s
help, nothing is impossible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I found the
biscuits and put them in a Dutch oven and covered them with water and asked for
God's blessing. Then I put the lid on the pan and set it on the coals. When I
took off the lid a little later, I found the pan filled with food. I kneeled
with my family and thanked God for his goodness. That night my family had
sufficient.” (Adapted from <a href="http://aprilsancestry.com/RowleyWilliam.html"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Furnace of Affliction</i></a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">)</i></div>
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