Overall, I have really enjoyed this class about marriage and family. I have learned so many lessons that will allow me to be a better wife and mother. I am thankful for the opportunity I have had to start a blog and post some of the greatest insights I have received from this class. I want to continue this blog in hope to share the true happiness that comes from eternal families.

The semester has come to an end. Most problems can be worked through.

Divorce is a terrible thing. A marriage should never have to end in divorce. I understand that there are certain circumstances where it is better for a marriage to end, but if these situations can be avoided in any way possible, a couple should do everything they can to keep their marriage strong and alive. There are many costs of divorce. Divorce is costly; it is expensive to terminate a marriage and it is a long and tedious process. There are feelings of loss.

Ldquo;Church leaders have the responsibility to speak out on moral issues and to counsel individuals and families. The family is the basic unit of society; it is the basic unit of eternity. Thus, when forces threaten the family, Church leaders must respond. Given at General Conference in October 2003.