I would love to bring joy to my parents, but they are almost completely disengaged with my life, have no interest in their grandchildren, and are continually critical when they do visit, it's a little challenging. And yes, they are active members of the church. I would love to have parents to honor. Maybe someone could start a "adopt a grandparent" program at church. We don't even need anything, like babysitting, money, etc. Just come visit us occasionally and love on my kids, please! They are all beautiful, talented, *fairly* well-mannered, and well-behaved.
ClaudiaJanuary 13, 2016
I have to agree with Jody. While this is a nice article, it is idyllic and does not apply fully to so very many members of the church these days. Sadly, two of my five children have chosen to not let the gospel be a part of their lives at this time and it breaks my heart beyond all belief. However, while they may not be able to bear testimony or do some of these things listed, they too are living honorable lives in non-gospel related ways. I find comfort and joy in knowing that they are responsible, loving and kind to others, and are willing to give of themselves and their means to ease another's burden. I prefer to focus on the positive and have faith that the rest will return at some point in the future.
DaveJanuary 13, 2016
This would have been a terrific article had it been more inclusive. None of my children are active & articles like this only serve to increase the pain that my wife & I have. It wasn't for lack of trying. We always took our children to any & every activity possible, in most instances remaining there to help out. We were an active family. We had FHE, prayer, & vacations. We had a farm & they all say that growing up was the best time of their lives. So, what happened, & why do articles like this hurt so much.
JodyJanuary 13, 2016
wouldn't it be nice if the guidelines fit my family! for example, having my mother hear my testimony willl likely cause her to tune out. thank you for the idyllic article though!
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anonymousJanuary 19, 2016
I would love to bring joy to my parents, but they are almost completely disengaged with my life, have no interest in their grandchildren, and are continually critical when they do visit, it's a little challenging. And yes, they are active members of the church. I would love to have parents to honor. Maybe someone could start a "adopt a grandparent" program at church. We don't even need anything, like babysitting, money, etc. Just come visit us occasionally and love on my kids, please! They are all beautiful, talented, *fairly* well-mannered, and well-behaved.
ClaudiaJanuary 13, 2016
I have to agree with Jody. While this is a nice article, it is idyllic and does not apply fully to so very many members of the church these days. Sadly, two of my five children have chosen to not let the gospel be a part of their lives at this time and it breaks my heart beyond all belief. However, while they may not be able to bear testimony or do some of these things listed, they too are living honorable lives in non-gospel related ways. I find comfort and joy in knowing that they are responsible, loving and kind to others, and are willing to give of themselves and their means to ease another's burden. I prefer to focus on the positive and have faith that the rest will return at some point in the future.
DaveJanuary 13, 2016
This would have been a terrific article had it been more inclusive. None of my children are active & articles like this only serve to increase the pain that my wife & I have. It wasn't for lack of trying. We always took our children to any & every activity possible, in most instances remaining there to help out. We were an active family. We had FHE, prayer, & vacations. We had a farm & they all say that growing up was the best time of their lives. So, what happened, & why do articles like this hurt so much.
JodyJanuary 13, 2016
wouldn't it be nice if the guidelines fit my family! for example, having my mother hear my testimony willl likely cause her to tune out. thank you for the idyllic article though!
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