Evolution Vs. Intelligent Design

I have watched a facebook discussion for the past couple of days and it has got me thinking about the debate that the world has with intelligent design vs. evolution. I have opinions of my own, but I don't think that i could find scripture or books to back them up. I also know that I have some brilliant debater brothers out there whose opinion I ould be interested in hearing. It seems like there is a pretty strong dividing line- if you believe in God then you believe in the creation and if you are an atheist then you believe in evolution. I don't think that either side is going to convince the other to jump ship. BUT I have another thought. I happen to think that there is merit to both theories. I would propose that Heavenly Father has to follow natural laws also and while I certainly don't think we came from monkeys, I do think that there was a natural evolution and design to the creation of our world. Any thoughts?

I propose a joint Brooke and Brian Day

Happy birthday Brian and Brooke! Hope your day is multifarious.

Hayley Song

This is my very first song that I wrote with the Christmas gifts Hayley got me! I don't know how to create a player, so if you want to turn it off, just mute your computer. I will leave if up for a few days because I am proud of it and want to show it off. Thanks!

Here are the lyrics:

Hayley
Been thinkin’ bout you lately
Been hopin’ that you take me
Take me away

Hayely
You’re uppin’ my stock greatly
Transport me inter-stately
You’re my state of play

Hayley
Find me a place to see
Hayley
Find me a place to be

Hayley
How can I act irately?
It’s difficult to shake me
I’m feelin’ so cool

Hayley
The other boys all hate me
They’re all lookin’ hasty
They want my Hayley

Hayley
Find me a place to be
Hayley
Find me a place to see
Hayley
Find me a place to see
Hayley
Find me a place to be

Did you Pass???

Did you pass? That is the question that I always remember Dad asking when we came out of an interview with the bishop. The first time he asked that I was 8 and had just had my baptismal interview. "YOU MEAN YOU CAN"T PASS?" was the thought that went screaming through my head. Good thing he didn't ask that BEFORE the interview. Every interview since then though, that has been my secret worry.

Today Brant had his baptismal interview. He came out all smiles and what was the first thing Brooke and I asked in unison "Did you pass?" He laughed and said of course. He said he was nervous at first, but after a bit he started having fun and asking Bishop Brown questions. I am thankful for a good bishop who takes the time to help Brant feel loved.

Righteous Forever

And these twelve ministers whom thou beholdest shall judge thy seed. And, behold, they are righteous forever; for because of their faith in the Lamb of God their garments are made white in his blood.

-- 1 Nephi 12:10