You'll all be glad to know that while the Joslins were here last week, Russell  developed an inordinate fondness for Georgette Heyer books. Ha!  The sins of the parents will visit  the children of the third and fourth generation  ;)

BYU Monthly Magazine

I think most of the loyal readers of this blog get the BYU monthly magazine in their home.  I very much enjoyed an article from this month's magazine entitled "A Pattern for a Joyful Life" by Elaine S. Marshall.

Over the years, getting the magazine has been a nice little perk of a BYU education.  Before the Internet, it helped us feel connected to the school and other alumni.  It helped us cheer on our beloved Cougars.  I remember how impressed the missionaries were a few years ago by our free Jimmer poster.  We sometimes recognize people we've known in the section listing accomplishments and sadly, have seen loved ones listed in the deaths.

Some of the articles are entertaining, such as this one written by my sister Miriam.  (Scroll down until you see her name.) Some of the articles are yummy, like this recipe for one of our favorites.  And over the years, many have been uplifting and enlightening.  This is still one of my favorites.

Is getting the magazine equal to the dollars we spent going to BYU and then sending 5 kids there?  Of course not.  But it has been a delightful and happy benefit that we continue to enjoy.