Last weekend I came across a short chapter from the New Testament which had numerous verses that made an impression upon me. When I usually read my scriptures there is usually one particular verse which would strike me, but surprisingly this short little chapter was jam-packed with statements which left me feeling amped to become a more wholesome individual (more than usual), and of course as a Christian more like Christ. If...

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For several months now, there has been a very young stray cat who has over time grown to be very comfortable with my husband & I. At first she seemed to be a regular stray who would visit simply to ask for food, but as the weeks went by from the first day we met her, she began snuggling with us, following us around even when we didn't give her food, playing with us, and by the end of the few weeks she even began inviting...

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Lately my husband has taken great interest in bread-baking! Lucky me who gets to be the recipient of his bread masterpieces! Yesterday he made Shokupan, commonly eaten fluffy Japanese breads.  Lucky me :) Masu...

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My recent trip to Japan was overall amazing. Going back this time, I got to learn so much about the culture. Also, this time I was able to take home much more of it thanks to the family we stayed with for several days. The food? It was amazing. The people in Japan created their food as if everything they made was a delicacy. It was as if they served their work of art. The efficiency of their transportation system also amazed...

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