December Sister Spotlights!

Name:

Brittany Tuttle

What color do you like: blue

Favorite food:

Thanksgiving food! (mashed potatoes and gravy, turkey and pie)

Favorite scripture and why:

 Alma 7:11. I love the Atonement and how it covers EVERYTHING, our pain, weaknesses and our mistakes.

Favorite hymn:

 "I Know My Redeemer Lives"

Favorite place to visit:

 I love trying new things, so I like visiting places I've never been before. I love places with lakes and mountains and trees :)

Favorite thing about living in Dallas:

 Playing tennis in November in 70 degree weather.

Favorite Ice cream flavor:

Pistachio

Favorite time of the year:

 I used to like fall when I lived in Washington and Utah, but now living in Dallas I bet spring will be my favorite season!

Something interesting about yourself:

 I qualified for the Boston Marathon two years ago. For non-runners that probably doesn't mean anything, but it was a really big deal for me and I was excited about it.

 

Brittany & Ted
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Name:
Brenda Singh 

What color do you like: 
I like them all.
 Favorite food:

If you ask my husband he'll say anything with cheese, but I think it depends on my mood. It's true sometimes I want cheesey Tex-mex or Italian, but sometimes I want Indian dosa or veggies and dip. My tastes are varied.

 Favorite scripture and why:
 It changes, but one that sticks with me is Mosiah 4:9

"Believe in ^aGod; believe that he is, and that he ^bcreated all things, both in heaven and in earth; believe that he has all ^cwisdom, and all power, both in heaven and in earth; believe that man doth not ^dcomprehend all the things which the Lord can comprehend."

I first discovered it as a teenager and felt inspired to post it on my wall to look at everyday. Not long after that we got some difficult news that my dad was very sick and would most likely not live beyond a year. It was a difficult year, but those words posted on my wall carried me through it. A few years later this same scripture inspired me to serve a mission, I wanted to share the strength I had gotten from them with others. Even today I feel encouraged to remember that God is all powerful and all knowing, that when I trust Him then everything will work out for my good.
Favorite hymn:
 I love Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. It was in the old hymn book, and I first learned it when I spent a semester in Nauvoo. So maybe it's the connections that I have with Nauvoo that make my happy, but I also love the words.

Favorite place to visit:

 The mountains. I grew up in Denver so I'm very picky about what I catagorize as actual mountains, but after a few years near the Appalachian Mountains I'm willing to admit they definately have their own beauty.

 Favorite thing about living in Dallas:
 All the good friends we've made here!
  Favorite Ice cream flavor:
 Rocky Road mixed with Mint Chocolate Chip and some milk. 
Favorite time of the year:
 Winter, I love the holidays, decorations, family, snow and cold weather. Texas doesn't have snow, but I would take the colder weather over the Texas heat anyday of the year.
Something interesting about yourself: (that we might not know)
Since I just moved into the ward there is probably a lot that no one knows about me. I'm not sure what's interesting about me, but something that is perhaps unique is that I like to collect mediocre talents. I like to paint, draw, sew, cook, play the violin and piano, sing, read classic literature, go to musuems, study everything from history to nutrition, garden, crochet ... I'm willing to try almost anything just for fun, but I wouldn't say I'm very good at anything. Since I'm not very good at anything most of my talents are share just among my close family and friends. So you'll have to get to know me to see the crazy things I put together :)

 

 

November Sister Spotlights

Kristi Chesnut

What color do you like: Black

Favorite food: Cafe Rio Pork Salad 

Favorite hymn: How Great Thou Art

 Favorite place to visit: Disney World

 

Favorite thing about living in Dallas: Horse racing and Cowboys and Dallas 4th

 

Favorite Ice cream flavor: Chocolate

Favorite time of the year: Autumn

Something interesting about yourself: I want to be a secret agent when I grow up

 

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Karen Armstrong

What color do you like: Yellow and peachy
Favorite food: Steak, baked potato with Marie's Ranch dressing
Favorite scripture and why: D&C 78: 17-22 While Chuck and I served a mission we took turns doing the thought for the day when we visited differenct homes. It was around the time of Thanksgiving and so I was trying to find a scripture that had to do with thankfullness. I came upon this one and shared it throughout the day. As so often happens it is the last home of the day that you find out what Heavenly Father had in mind for the cause of finding that scripture to be shared. We were in a very humble home of a later in life couple. They were members and needed uplifting so we visited them. As I read the scripture the man got tears in his eyes and some even fell onto his cheeks. It seemed as if Heavenly Father was in the room and telling the message. His wife was being treated for cancer and was bald and taking medication that made her feel sick. He was suffering with his own health issues and struggles. This moment on our mission once again let me know that Heavenly Father is in the details of our life and loves us and wants to let us know. I am so grateful to have been His instrument for the message that needed to be delivered
Favorite hymn: How Great Thou Art and I Feel My Savor's Love
Favorite place to visit: Provo Canyon
Favorite thing about living in Dallas: The people
Favorite Ice cream flavor: Maple Nut can't be found anymore
Favorite time of the year: Spring

Getting to Know You in 10 Questions #4

Liz Rich



This week we get to learn a little bit more about Liz Rich. Liz and I met briefly at church one of the first Sundays I was in the ward. We got to know each other through an assignment the Relief Society gave us, and I am glad to say that because of that experience we became fast friends! Thank you Relief Society. Lets find out Liz's answers.

1.) What do you like to do in your free time? I love to read, sew, cook,have lunch with friends and explore museums and neighborhoods in Dallas.

2.) What is your favorite ice-cream flavor? How can a girl choose? Sadly, I've never met an Ice Cream that I don't like.

3.) Would you ever like to go bungee jumping? Um....no, thank you!

4.) What is the first thing you notice about people? It's a toss up between their smile and their eyes.

5.) What is the last movie you watched? Waiting for Superman.

6.) What is the last book you read? Guernsey and Potato Peal Pie Literary Society.

7.) What/where is the furthest you have been from home? Loch Ness in Northern Scotland.

8.) What is a special, strange, or secret talent you have? I am really good and building spreadsheet in excel.

9.) If you could have any super power, what would it be and why did you choose that one? I wish I could be in two or more places at one time.

10.) If you could have any job in the world and be amazing at it, what would it be? I would love to just read books to kids and help them explore art all day long.

Thank you so much Liz for being willing to answer my questions! It is good to get to know more about you.

Getting to Know you in 10 Questions #3

Wendie Ke



I am so lucky that I get to visit teach Wendie Ke. She has a sunny bright smile, and a very welcoming personality. I am also glad that my son gets to have her as his nursery teacher. He feels her love for him every Sunday. Here is a little more information on Wendie.



1.) What do you like to do in your free time? Learn something new.

2.) What is your favorite ice-cream flavor? Caramel.

3.) Would you ever like to go bungee jumping? Yes.

4.) What is the first thing you notice about people? Whether they look ok.

5.) What is the last movie you watched? Tangled.

6.) What is the last book you read? The Bible.

7.) What/where is the furthest you have been from home? America; my hometown is in China.

8.) What is a special, strange, or secret talent you have? I don't know if I have any.

9.) If you could have any super power, what would it be and why did you choose that one? I wish I could have the power to convert people to believe in God because they can have eternal salvation and the world will be perfect.

10.) If you could have any job in the world and be amazing at it, what would it be? To be a food taster (Sorry, don't know what to call that position) Go around the world, taste different food from different countries and introduce to people through a TV series.

Thank you so much Wendie for being willing to participate. I would like to add that I think Wendie's special talent is courage, bravery, and strength. I know I could not move to a foreign country, that speaks a foreign language, on my own. I admire her strength and the blessing she is to our ward.

Getting to Know You in 10 Questions #2

Laura Nelson



Laura and her husband Cortney are the first people Kyle and I met when we moved into the ward. They have a baby boy named Noah. They are wonderful people, and just celebrated their 2 year anniversary. So if you see them at church congratulate them! Let's learn a little more about Laura.


1.) What do you like to do in your free time?
I love to spend time with my family, read, bake, yoga, long walks, bike rides...and pretty much anything outside and in the sunshine. I also love a good pedicure :)

2.) What is your favorite ice-cream flavor?
Mint chocolate chip

3.) Would you ever like to go bungee jumping?
Not a chance. That doesn't even sound remotely fun to me. I'm terrified of heights.

4.) What is the first thing you notice about people?
I always notice a smile first. I think it can tell a lot about a person's personality

5.) What is the last movie you watched?
Despicable Me - it was so cute. I may or may have not cried at the end.

6.) What is the last book you read?
One Thousand White Women. It was a great read - I'd recommend it to anyone. Also, I'm also almost finished with Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, and it is such a cute book.

7.) What/where is the furthest you have been from home?
Peru - I hiked Macchu Picchu. One of the best trips I've ever been on.

8.) What is a special, strange, or secret talent you have?
I'm a registered yoga instructor, although not that talented at it :)

9.) If you could have any super power, what would it be and why did you choose that one?
If I could have any super power, I would like to be Samantha from Bewitched and with the wiggle of my nose be able to be dressed and ready, clean a room or be anywhere (or not somewhere) in an instant.

10.) If you could have any job in the world and be amazing at it, what would it be?
I'd love to be a travel writer and photographer, and be able to explore the world (all with my family of course :)). Or, be a professional chef/baker with my own show on the Food Network. I'd take either one. :)

Thanks Laura for being willing to participate!

A New Series

Hi. My name is Alissa John and I am new in the ward. The Relief Society Presidency has asked me to add a special new series of posts to the ward blog. The series will be called "Getting to Know You in 10 Questions," unless someone can think of a better/clever/cuter title (ideas are welcome, please leave them in the comments below). I will ask a different woman from the ward the same 10 questions and then feature those answers, along with a picture of the person, on our lovely, lovely blog. I will do this until I run out of women to ask :)

I decided the first person I should interview would be someone that I will work very closely with for the undetermined future... that's right, you guessed it, my visiting teaching companion. Lets learn a little bit more about Natalie Marstella.




1.) What do you like to do in your free time?
I like to go to my children's activities. I likes to visit with others. I also enjoys sewing and have recently learned to quilt.

2.) What is your favorite ice-cream flavor?
Half Baked by Ben and Jerry's (which is a combination of chocolate chip cookie dough and Chocolate Fudge Brownie ice-creams.)

3.) Would you ever like to go bungee jumping?
No! Not into thrill seeking.

4.) What is the first thing you notice about people?
Probably their teeth.

5.) What is the last movie you watched?
The Justin Beiber Movie in 3D, with Taryn (who is her daughter in case you didn't know).

6.) What is the last book you read?
The King's Speech.

7.) Where is the furthest you have been from home?
I WON a trip to London about 10 years ago so my sister and I went to London and Paris. Way fun!!

8.) What is a special, strange, or secret talent you have?
Oh goodness ... Not sure on that one... Maybe talking to people I don't know... Making friends.

9.) If you could have one super power what would it be and why?
I would want to be magic where I could allow myself to be a stay at home mom but make every financial aspect of my life still work out!!

10.) If you could have any job in the world and be amazing at it, what would it be?
Work/own a bakery. I love yummy foods ... Obviously!! :/. Once my kid's are gone I would love to be Ty Pennington and work on Extreme Home Makeover. What a great job to be able to bring such happiness to people's lives!!

Thank you so much Natalie for being willing to participate. If any of YOU readers want to be highlighted please just leave a comment below with your email address and I will get a hold of you.

October's Spotlight

Let's get to know Patsy Stringer.

Grew up in: Dallas

Something new or unique: Wrote a book called , "To Love Another"

Favorite Primary Song: Child's Prayer

Favorite food: Indian/Mexican food.

Favorite thing fun/hobby: To Write and do Genealogy

Favorite book and movie: the Twilight Series(that ones for Jeanne Grant), The Outsiders,
Pride and Prejudice the movie

The family: Patsy is married to Benji, and they have 4 kids, Coltin, Westin, Dakota, and Sydeny

September Spotlight

KATIE PETERSEN

Grew up in: San Antonio
Something new or unique: At 7 years old she got to blow a whistle and say, “Let the greatest show on Earth begin!” at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus.
Favorite church hymn: I Know that My Redeemer Lives
Favorite food: Mexican
Favorite dessert: Chocolate and Peanut Butter
Favorite thing fun/hobby: Crafts and Scrap booking
Favorite book and movie: 3 Amigos and Skippy John Jones
Temple the Petersen married in: Logan Utah Temple
The family: Husband is Tagg and their son Zach, their little Guardian Angel.