Songs My Mother Taught Me

Attitude makes all the difference.

Practice makes perfect sense.

When you make fresh bread, always give at least one loaf away warm.

Always pray before performing, or before doing anything else, for that matter.

Love your husband and always hold his hand.

Keep your temple clothing clean, pressed, and ready to wear.

Each and every freckle is worth a million bucks.

Own a dog.

A dog is sometimes a woman's best friend, especially when it's hard to get your husband to lick the plate clean.

Don't be too quick to take the car; it's okay to walk or ride a bike.

Music is something that you cannot keep to yourself.

The conductor is always right... especially when he's your husband.

When you go out to eat, share a meal.

A "good-night" kiss is very important.

Run a tidy ship but not a sterile environment.

It's good to have a well-balanced meal ready at dinner time.

Turn and give your husband a kiss after the food is blessed 

A ready smile warms the home.

Everyone loves hot rolls.

Take the smallest piece and serve yourself last.

Wrestle with your boys.

Have a good water fight at least once a year.

Cold fresh-water swimming is best.

Don't cry over spilled milk.

Trust your children.

"Good morning, Merry Sunshine" makes a pleasant wake-up call.

There's something extra special about being a "Gammie."

Stop and smell the pine trees.

Bruises will eventually disappear.

Plant Seeds.

Share your testimony.

Ruth Julienne Hill Slaughter

May 1930-February 1998

My mother, Julienne Slaughter, passed away at the young age of 68 after twenty-two months with Lou Gehrig's Disease. Her name is synonymous with love, courage, compassion, selflessness, enthusiasm, dedication, testimony. I attempt each day to be more like her, but this is a daunting task because she is honestly one of a kind. I received the best compliment imaginable when, after taking a walk with my father last week, he stated, "You remind me most of your mother." I can't think of a greater honor.