Being Christian in the Time of Trump
To state the obvious, we have a new president. He was elected, sworn in, and holds that sacred power of the office. That’s the only normal thing about President Trump. Besides how he was...
Author: East River Lady
Happy Thanksgiving
Dear Exponent Readers, This has been a difficult month. Between political unrest and the anniversary of the Policy, it can be hard to feel grateful. Please know that many people are grateful for you,...
“Rear their children in love and righteousness”
The title of my post comes from a line in The Family: A Proclamation to the World. The full sentence reads, “Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness,...
What Will Save Us?
Back in April, I walked over to a house–– in a neighborhood not too far from where I lived–– to pick up keys from a family I was going to be housesitting for. When I...
“Not What I Expected”
I’ve heard this phrase frequently throughout my life. Especially at BYU. A friend of mine confessed to me a few years ago that when she saw me move into the dorms freshman year, she...
Visiting Teaching
I edit the “Sisters Speak” column for The Exponent magazine. It’s fascinating seeing all the varied and diverse responses from different Mormon women, whether active, inactive, or ex-Mormon. This past question was about Visiting...
One Woman’s Single Experience (from the series: Single and Married in the LDS Church)
by East River Lady Note from Suzette: The experiences shared here (about single’s wards, fitting in, and marriage) are common among singles; ERL’s voice reflects many of ours. It is a sad...
I Want My Church Back
I think about the time, back in 2007, when I was first introduced to the Church. It was all so new and exciting. It was revolutionary. In all honesty, it was love at first...
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