Author Archives: Melva Gifford

About Melva Gifford

Melva is an author and storyteller.

The tri-theme analysis in the Book of Mormon

This is a presentation offered at the Book of Mormon conference by Ken crow. These are notes from a Book of Mormon conference. Any misinformation is the fault of the typist. – What were Mormon & Moroni trying to tell … Continue reading

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Sharing What is in Your Heart

This talk, at church, is inspired by Elder Urdorf. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. – In the face of persecution, the church has grown stronger. – In some areas of the world, church membership is decreasing. … Continue reading

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Spelling Architecture

Bad: artecture Good: Architecture I get the second half of the word correct, but not the first. What is a great example of good architecture? The invention of the arch of course. Wedging stones between each other to create a … Continue reading

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Plotting Methods

I listened to a webinar titled Visual Plotting Breakthrough, hosted by K-lytics. During the presentation, the programmer of this software provided a list of plot options. I thought I’d type of the list and give links to these as a … Continue reading

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From our Utah County Commissioner Bill Lee: Mask issue for schools

From our Utah County Commissioner Bill Lee: Mask issue for schools Got this as an email. This is a submission to caucus corner. My request to exempt Utah County schools from the state’s [mask wearing] mandate will be discussed and … Continue reading

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Who are the remnants Lamanites

These are notes from a Book of Mormon conference. Any misinformation is the fault of the typist. – 2 Nephi 9:53. Our seed will not be destroyed. – 2 Nephi 30:4 > they are descendants of Jews – Purpose of … Continue reading

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Try Try Try talk influenced by President Iring

These were notes from a church talk. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker List of negative thoughts: – Have you ever felt alone? – Felt overwhelmed? – Felt anxious? – Depressed? – Worthlessness? – Forgotten? – Disappointment? … Continue reading

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Spelling Honor.

Bad: honer Good Honor Think of the two o as heads. One person showing deference or hOnOr to another is one head. The person receiving hOnOr is the other head. Do you have a better idea? If you do, please … Continue reading

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Your beautiful mind Self-care for creatives.

These are notes from a writers’ symposium called Life the Universe and Everything. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. – Identify your purpose. – To see your long-term success, you need to create an action plan. – … Continue reading

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Nephites in Europe

This was a presentation given by Hanna and James stodderedd. These are notes from a Book of Mormon conference. Any misinformation is the fault of the typist. – Some of the Nephities survived the destruction of Lamanites and moved to … Continue reading

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