Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 30 Looking for Miracles July 28, 2026 - One of the great stories of the migration of the Latter-day Saint pioneers occurred in the summer of 1848. After planting their crops and planning for an abundant harvest, crickets invaded the fields, devouring the tender plants that would never grow to fruition. And so they prayed. And God sent a miracle in the form of seagulls who ate the crickets and saved the day. Do you need a miracle in your life? I think we...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 29 Pulling Together July 21, 2026 - Life is challenging. No doubt about it. Early handcart pioneers learned that two people walking side by side could carry the load much easier than just one. But what if you don't have someone special in your life right now - someone that can help you carry your life load? Let's look at some ways you can yoke yourself to others to make life easier for everyone. Do you belong to a church or civic organization? How can you...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 28 Are We There Yet? July 14, 2026 - Does this title make you cringe at taking a road trip with small children? Or does it make you smile as you remember adventures in the past? No matter how long a road trip, there is no getting around this question. Even as adults, we frequently wonder when the trip will be over and we arrive at our destination. And I'm not just talking about literal road trips, but also life's challenges when we can't see our final...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 27 Stay Afloat July 7, 2026 - Welcome to our new series! For the next two months, we will explore themes learned from floats at the Days of '47 Parade in Utah. This week's video focuses on the overall theme of the 2025 parade, "Pioneer Strong." What does it mean to be a pioneer and how can you be one not matter your life experiences or circumstances? Let's find out. Take a look at your life and how you have had to make changes or try something new. Give...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 26 It's a Small World June 30, 2026 - It is estimated that the title of this week's newsletter, taken from the song at the center of the Disney ride of the same name, has been played over 50 million times since first introduced at the New York World's Fair in 1964. That's one long continuous loop! Whether its lyrics and catchy tune brings back happy memories or causes you to cringe, you can't ignore its impact. The song's theme of inclusion and world...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 25 In Plain Sight June 23, 2026 - The phrase "hidden in plain sight" is attributed to Edgar Allan Poe's 1844 story, "The Purloined Letter" where a detective finds a stolen letter, a crucial piece of evidence, in "plain sight" on the mantle above the fireplace. The idiom now refers to something is overlooked because it is right there where everyone can see it, a "paradox of perception, where something is both visible and invisible at the same time." That's...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 24 Enjoy a G.O.A.T. June 16, 2026 - Famed boxer Muhammad Ali called himself the "Greatest of All Time," but is was his wife who coined the acronym "G.O.A.T." Beyond Ali, the term originally pointed to other well-known athletes, then moved on to refer to musicians and other public figures. Now, it's far game to just about anyone who wants to use. Want to look and feel your best? Check out "G.O.A.T Haircuts" in Utah and Arizona. Want some cozy clothes this...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 23 Smell the Roses June 9, 2026 - Have you noticed that roses don't seem to smell as strong as they used to? If so, you're not alone. In order to create flowers with longer vase-life and are resistant to pests, something had to be sacrificed. It was a trade-off: you get to enjoy them longer, but they're not going to smell as good. What do you think about this? Do you agree with these decisions? What would you rather have: roses that last longer with more...
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Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 22 Walk Around the Block June 2, 2026 - Over the past several weeks, we've talked about getting out there to explore new places, to have new experiences, and see things you've never seen before. Today we're going to mix things up a bit. How about getting out there by walking around your own neighborhood? You might think, "How boring is that?" But if you put on your shoes, head out the door, and try to see things with a fresh view, you'll be amazed by what...
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