Congrats to Jamie and Trevor!

Free Movie Tonight

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

will be shown outdoors at

Big Cottonwood Park (4300 South 1300 East)

starting at dusk (approximately 8:45 p.m.)

Come early for a good spot.

Bring your blankets and snacks!

Enjoy!

Birthday Breakfast

Ward Swap this Saturday

The sun has come out just in time for our ward swap. We are setting up in the ward parking lot, Saturday, June 19 from noon to 3. So clean out your closets and drop your things off in the morning. Then be sure to come back to check out our great stuff!

* remember to bring a photo of large items for display on the bulletin board. If you would like to have one of these items, we'll help arrange for transportation. (furniture, etc.)

See you Saturday!

On The Patio Making Salmon

 

We were all anxious to learn something new.

We learned that the cedar board must soak for one hour before grilling begins.

Olive Oil is rubbed on the clean salmon before salting and peppering.

We also learned how to make Broiled Salmon with Citrus Glaze.

Once the Salmon is on the grill and in the broiler the cook tells a few stories.

We also learned to make a delicious Garden Sauce to serve with the Salmon.

The company and food was wonderful!

Broiled Salmon with Citrus Glaze

1 side, skin on, sockeye salmon, 1 1/2 to 2 lbs.

1/3 cup dark brown sugar

2 Tbsp lemon zest

1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper

Position a rack in the oven 3 inches from broiler.  Line half sheet pan with aluminum foil and place salmon on pan.

Place sugar, zest, salt and pepper into small food processor and process for 1 minute until combined.  Evenly spread mixture on salmon.  Allow to sit 45 min.

Broil salmon on high broil for 6 to 8 minutes or until thickest part of fish reaches 131 degrees internally.  Remove salmon and allow to rest uncovered for 8-10 minutes.  Serve Immediately.

4 -6 servings

1 cedar plank (about 7 x 16 inches)

1 Salmon fillet, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds

Olive Oil

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1 lemon sliced

Soak cedar plank in water for 1 hour, then drain.  Remove any remaining bones from Salmon.  Rinse the salmon under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.  Generously rub the salmon with olive oil.  Season with salt and pepper.  Lay the salmon the cedar plank.  Arrange lemon slices around salmon.

Set grill for indirect grilling ahd heat to medium-high.  Place the cedar plank in the center of the hot grate, away from the heat.  Cover the grill and cook until cooked through, around 20 to 30 minutes.  The internal temperature should read 135 degrees F.  Transfer the salmon and plank to a platter and serve right off the plank.  Serve immediately.  4-6 servings.

My Day of Dedication

This past Wednesday our ward dedicated an entire day to working in the Salt Lake Temple. For those who follow our Relief Society blog you know that we have been preparing for this day for 9 months. Many members worked hard to prepare names to take to the temple, while others prepared themselves to enter the temple, some having been absent from the temple for 30 years.


During Sunday School we learned a bit more about all that was accomplished. The youth were proxy for 560 people's baptisms. One of the breathren was delighted to report that he was able to complete all of the ordinances (baptism to endowment) for one of the names another ward member had brought to the temple. We were told today that between the youth and adults we had a total of 141 people attend the temple from our ward. We were told that the temple workers were delighted with the number of people we brought as well as the spirit we came with.

As a group in Sunday School we agreed that seeing so many people we know and love in the temple was just a small glimse into the Celestial Kingdom.  There were many spiritual experiences, a few were shared today in Sunday School and I was asked to share mine here.

As a convert to the church (I joined at age 14) and the only member in my family, family history work has fallen on my shoulders. I caught the family history bug early, thankfully I did because my Mother and Grandmother have now passed away and my Uncle does not want to share family history with me because he is so opposed to the Church.  My Grandmother was a walking family history library and remembered the names and birthdates of her side of the family as well as her husbands for several generations back.  Thanks to her I have been able to complete a lot of work.

Over the years I have had spurts of activity with my family history research and temple work. During one of those spurts six years ago I printed out a number of names and set to work on completing my relatives ordinaces. The advantage of being the only member has been performing the work for people I have heard about my entire life or personally met, known and loved.

After quickly completing baptisms, confirmations and initatory work it took a little longer to complete the endowment work. Once all of the endowments were complete the cards were wrapped up with a rubber band, set aside and basically forgotten until the day of dedication.

That afternoon, after an endowment session, lunch with the ward and some initatories I finally made my way to the sealing rooms. All of the cards I had were people who needed to be sealed to their parents.  I gave my cards to Bro. Walker, our sealer, and asked him if we could try to complete some of the names, and specifically that we try to complete the mens names since we had plenty of priesthood holders available.  Bro. Walker found that some of the names were children of the same parents and so we proceeded to seal these children to their parents all at the same time. After completing some of the couple sealings provided by the temple, Bro. Walker looked at the rest of my cards and decided we should finish the three female names despite my request to complete the male names first. I didn't point out this request again but rather jumped up for the chance to serve as proxy for these three woman. I was touched when I heard Bro. Walker mispronounce Aunt Louise's last name and felt happy that I was able to serve as a proxy for one of my favorite aunts. When Bro. Walker read the next name I was taken by surprise: Phyllis Ann Clay. I wanted to shout "Wait! This is a special moment! That is my MOTHER!" Fortunately I restrained myself and was able to feel a warm spirit as we sealed her to her parents and I felt certain that she is delighted with her temple work.  I did not realize I had not completed this important ordinance for my Mom and was grateful I had the opportunity.

Bro. Walker said "There are no accidents in the temple." To this I can attest. The work of the temple is important and I'm grateful I had such a special opportunity.

Playgroup Schedule

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Luke & Laura's New Addition!

Congratulations Luke and Laura!
We are so happy your beautiful baby boy has arrived!

Free Day at This is the Place

Friday June 11, 2010, is "Huntsman Day" at This is the Place Heritage Park.

You and your family will receive FREE admission (normally $7 to $9 per person) as well as FREE ice cream thanks to Jon Huntsman Sr.  This is the Place Heritage Park is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Make a Splash Kickoff Party

The Salt Lake County Library's Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Wheeler Farm (6351 S. 900 E.) is tonight, Thursday, June 3 from 5:30-8:00 p.m.  There will be lots of activities, crafts, giveaways and community partners. There will be special performances, and you will be able to sign up for the Summer Reading Program at the Kickoff Party. It's an outdoor event so families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and are welcome to bring a picnic dinner.

School's Almost Out

If you have children or grandchildren hanging out with you this summer you may want to find some fun activities to do.  We now have an extra page on the Movin'Up Blog (see above) that contains a list of places and activities that are free (or almost free) to do this summer.  If you have items to add please email them to Lisa or a member of the Relief Society Presidency.  Have a safe and fun summer!

Wedding Dresses

Beautiful New Wedding Dresses

Originally $200 to $1350

Now $100 to 350

Some Temple Ready

Exquiste Details

Sizes 4 to 14

If interested Call Nancy at 801-808-8099

Moving Sale

This Saturday from 7 a.m. to Noon, Lori M. will be having a

Moving Sale

She will have many items for sale, including:  books, bookshelves, a dresser, and free firewood!

We Want YOUR Finger Food Recipes!

Tuesday evening many of you brought your favorite finger foods to share at our Relief Society Activity.  They were FABULOUS!  Please send in the recipes, bring them to Relief Society, or give them to a member of the presidency or to Lisa so we can post them for everyone to enjoy.

~ hungrily yours ~

The R.S. Presidency

Container gardening: Herbs

Or: How to have your fun and eat it, too!

“Gardening” in pots and containers allows you to grow herbs in any small but sunny place. Even if you do not have a patio, balcony or other outdoor space, containers can be set in a sunny window. South- and east-facing windows are best. Herbs can be grown in windows that receive less light, as they thrive with fewer hours of direct sun.

Choosing containers:

1. Choose pots that are big enough to accommodate your desired plants. Too small pots can restrict the root system and dry out very quickly. Pots that are too big may not be able to drain properly. Choose pots that fit well into your growing area.

2. Terracotta pots absorb a lot of moisture, so take that into account when watering. The inexpensive plastic pots work well, and may be placed in another more decorative pot for dressing up your windows or patio corners. Wooden containers are susceptible to rot, so use a plastic lining.

3. Make sure your pot has adequate drainage. Holes should be ¼ to ½ inch across..

Growing Mixture

Make sure your planting soil drains rapidly but retains enough moisture to keep the roots evenly moist. Purchase a good quality potting mixture, and make sure it says that it can be used for growing vegetables.

Sunlight

Your container garden will need at least five hours of direct sunlight each day. If you place your containers in a window, particularly a west-facing window, take into consideration the extra heat that comes through. Place herbs with similar light requirements in the same area. Herbs which tolerate full sun are basil, rosemary, and thyme. Lemon balm, tansy, oregano and parsley like partial shade. Bay, chamomile, coriander, ginger, mint and tarragon tolerate full shade.

Watering

In an exposed outdoor location, container plants loose moisture quickly. Some plants will need to be watered daily, especially during hot, dry weather. Inside plants should be monitored as well. Water should go through to the drain holes each time. But don’t overwater!

What to grow

The most common herbs to grow in pots are the culinary herbs. Herbs picked and used immediately always have a much stronger, fresher flavor than any you can buy at the supermarket!

If you enjoy several different types of cooking styles try growing groups of herbs for each style.

Consider the following:

Mexican: Chili peppers, cilantro and basil

French: Thyme, lavender and French tarragon.

European: Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme (The “Scarborough Faire” mix!)

Asian: Basils, anise, lemon grass, garlic chives, chile peppers

Middle Eastern: Mint, coriander (which is the seed from cilantro plants), chiles

Other combinations can be tried as well, such as herbs to add to your salads and barbecue sauces. Having pots of chives and cilantro close to, or on, the patio table, will encourage your family and guests to snip fresh herbs to add to their salads or baked potatoes.