A GOOD LIFEA GOOD LIFELouis Herrey's personal weblog takes us through all walks of life. Its aim is to inspire readers to view life from a lighter and more positive angle. Special attention is also given to photography and religion. Articles
Look Upwards
2008-02-04 15:42:00 We sat and watched Gorden B Hinckley’s funeral service this weekend on the Internet. It was very moving. At the end, during the closing song, as images were being projected of the life of President Hinckley, I couldn’t hold back my tears any longer. Isak asked carefully: “Dad… are you crying?” First I wanted to deny ... More About: Photo , Children , Heaven , Wisdom , Death
Why a Prophet (2)?: The Story of the Nutty Prophet
2008-02-02 01:34:00 In reference to Why a Prophet (1)?, how can one then, in actual fact, know that a prophet is a true prophet? Let me give you a somewhat different approach: About six years ago a man came for regular visits to our local congregation. He looked just like a prophet, or rather, the way you ... More About: Story , The Story
Why a Prophet (1) ?
2008-01-29 11:17:00 Those of you not of my faith might have to exercise a little patience this week, as I, and many with me, use much blog space to honor our prophet, Gordon B Hinckley, who just left us. Having said that, I don’t want to excuse myself from writing what I think needs to be said. ... More About: Prophet
President Gordon B Hinckley has passed away
2008-01-28 10:39:00 The saddest news just reached me: Our beloved prophet, Gordon B Hinckley, has left us at age 97. For twelve years he has been the most exemplary leader for the Church, and he will be missed. Here is the full story: http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/ On hearing the news my first instinct made me just kneel and thank God ... More About: News , People , President , Death
All These Artists
2008-01-26 22:47:00 It took some time but I finally got around to completing the sets of photos I took at the Christmas Concert in Karlstad where I performed together with my brothers, and with all these artists seen below. It wasn’t easy, let me tell you, to have 3-4 different parts in the show, and then in ... More About: Artists
Good Days or Great Days?
2008-01-22 10:35:00 The thought of the day comes from Lance Armstrong: “I take nothing for granted. I now have only good days or great days.” I like that approach. Perhaps the choices we have are not between good or bad, but between good and great. In other words, with a positive outlook my life will always be good, and ... More About: Great , Days , Good
Young Photographer
2008-01-15 16:07:00 Found this picture in my files. I had myself a great laugh. It comes from an old music and teen magazine, OKEJ. I had forgotten that this shot was taken, so it was a positive surprise. I was seventeen at the time and had just won the Eurovision Song Contest with my brothers in 1984. ... More About: Young , Photographer
Help Thou My Unbelief
2008-01-11 11:28:00 Last week I taught a few Institute of Religion classes at Bolliaden, a Young Adult conference in the Church. The theme of the conference was Walking on the Straight Path. The students brought a good spirit and the participation level was high. Like I often say, I feel privileged to teach in such settings, especially ...
Brolle Jr
2008-01-09 00:25:00 Brolle Jr Slideshow Here is a set of photos of the very talented Swedish artist, Brolle Jr. I took these photos at the Karlstad Christmas Show where we performed together. Brolle is not only a great singer but also a very nice guy. He’s coming out with a new album this spring. Let’s ... More About: Photo , Music , Sweden
A Gift from the Heart
2007-12-30 23:33:00 Our family has adopted a special Christmas tradition that I guess could be blended with New Years resolutions. After all the presents were opened, stomachs stuffed with goodies, and the general noise level subdued, the attention rate of our children was a lot better after than before Santa’s arrival. Since timing is everything with kids, ... More About: Gift , Heart , The Heart
The Unforgetable Elves
2007-12-26 21:12:00 Click on the image to see my kids magically transformed… More About: Christmas , Humor , Photo , Children , Photos
A Real Christmas Card
2007-12-19 14:05:00 I know I posted a different Christmas card earlier, but I (and the family) can’t help sending this second one (with a photo by courtesy of the Nativity Story, a motion picture from 2006). To me this photo is amazing. I am filled with so many thoughts and emotions when looking at it. I don’t ... More About: Card , Real , Christmas card
A Different Christmas Card
2007-12-14 11:30:00 Just wanted send to all my friends a different Christmas card this year. We decided to have some fun in the studio (and in Photo shop). Hope you enjoy it! But most importantly, I hope you enjoy your Holiday Season! And please, don’t forget to do some good out there. There may be someone just around ... More About: Humor , Card , Christmas card
Loosing Agnes, Gaining Love
2007-12-07 13:49:00 A week ago we lost one of our oldest, but dearest members of our congregation, Agnes Traviss. Yesterday her funeral was held. Until my release two months ago, I had been her bishop for many years. I had truly enjoyed her company. She always wore that gleaming smile on her face that would make you ... More About: Love , Gaining
Winning is not Everything
2007-12-01 19:50:00 Lately my sons and I have gone to quite a few hockey games to cheer on our local team, Södertälje (SSK). When we went two days ago the team lost 0-1. In fact, every time we’ve seen them play this season they have lost. I made that comment to the boys and jokingly added that ... More About: Winning
For the Endowments of Life
2007-11-27 15:20:00 Last week I attended a CES Conference. At one point a friend and colleague gave all the participants a few minutes to write a personal psalm. I’m not a poet, I know, but I was still glad to have a few solitary moments to clear the world from my mind and write these words of ... More About: Life
Big Pictures and Sacrifices
2007-11-22 00:48:00 I had a tricky lesson recently. The text was taken from the first half of Leviticus (Old Testament), and dealt a great deal with the sacrificial offerings the Israelites were commanded to perform. Understandably, some of the students were… how shall we put it… a bit nauseated by the description of these offerings; blood sprinkled ... More About: Pictures
A Laugh is a Smile that Bursts
2007-11-15 14:40:00 “A laugh is a smile that bursts.” Mary H. Waldrip More About: Smile , Laugh
Repairing My Son?s Heart (2): Hospital Queen
2007-11-12 00:19:00 When our oldest son was in the hospital for his heart surgery (see Repairing My Son’s Heart ), my wife and I took turns looking after our baby girl. It turned out, however, that she was looking out for herself most of the time, prancing around the place as if she owned it. First thing she grabbed the stroller ... More About: Children , Photos , Hospital , Queen
Repairing My Son?s Heart
2007-11-09 13:45:00 Our firstborn came to this world with a serious heart problem. He had holes between the his chambers, which fortunately is a not so unusual condition and easy to fix. But he was also diagnosed with Truncus, meaning he was born with an Aorta but no Pulmonary artery, hence giving his body no chance to receive oxidized blood. The doctors noticed it ... More About: Family , Children , Sweden , Heart
Giving is Better than Receiving
2007-11-08 00:42:00 Giving is better than receiving. That’s at least what my daughter thought when we tried to take her picture, luring her with some candy from the side lines. You see what her eyes are saying, don’t you? If you just GIVE me some of that candy YOU will feel a lot better… and I will scream ... More About: Giving
Mormon Missionaries Forgive Attackers
2007-11-05 00:34:00 For those who read the sad news in an earlier blog, Skinheads Assault Mormon Missionaries , about my nephew and his companion who are serving as missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, there’s this article from Bolton News that might interest you. Both of the young Elders impress me. To be a ... More About: Religion , Good News , Mormonism , Forgive
The Smallest is the Greatest
2007-11-03 00:18:00 Today is a planes-trains-and-automobile kind of day. I’m travelling back from a CES job convention in Frankfurt, Germany. At present I am on a train, getting closer to home. But I just spent two hours in an airplane, having a pleasant conversation with a nice lady who shared with me the faith of a Christian. We talked about ... More About: The G , Greatest
What Beats a Bedtime Story?
2007-10-31 23:53:00 What beats a bedtime story? How about four bedtime stories? My sons kidnapped me! They wouldn’t let me go. I started with one story (which was our deal), then a second, just to show them I cared. When my time was up, the little terrorists started pressing me. “You’re not a nice daddy if you leave now”; ... More About: Humor , Family , Life , Children , Relationships
The Journey is the Reward
2007-10-27 12:33:00 Why do we rush through our lives, as if we were in a hurry to get somewhere? Take me anywhere, just not to here! Why so? Sure, I am the first to admit that goals are important in life, but if we don’t take time to look around and enjoy the journey our goals will loose their ... More About: Journey , The Journey , Reward
Like Father, Like Son
2007-10-25 10:14:00 Took this shot in August, but wanted to share it today. The recemblance was just great, I thought. But I can’t decide… who has the best hair style? Have a great day! Louis More About: Humor , Photography , Father , Fath
Christ Heals Family
2007-10-24 12:42:00 One of my duties as a CES Coordinator is to visit teachers and students in their various classes, assisting with administrative matters. Last night, as I met with a class in central Sweden, I spoke at length with the teacher about her recent family tragedy. Her twenty-one year old son had passed away a month ago in ... More About: Family , Christ , Heals , Heal
Caring for the Green House
2007-10-22 15:15:00 I just wanted to leave a short environmental thought, an image from my photo story How is your Conscience Today? Are you caring for it? Louis More About: House , Environment , Nature , Photography , Green
How Is Your Conscience Today?
2007-10-19 12:28:00 Recently I was out walking with my baby girl. When we entered our favorite forest path, she rapidly nodded off to sleep as the carriage softly swayed back and forth. Lucky me, I thought, time for a photo shoot. It was a beautiful day and I had my camera ready with a 100mm macro lens. I enjoy the ... More About: Environment , Nature , Photography , Conscience , Today
Best Wedding Anniversary Tips
More articles from this author:2007-10-18 13:40:00 Having our 11th wedding anniversary. I’m thinking of doing something special. When I proposed I road in a knights full armour, galloping across a field to get to my princess, then kneeling at her feet. But I don’t think I can beat that today. Thought it would be fun to see what you thought: WHAT IS YOUR ... More About: Family , Anniversary , Wedding , Tips 1, 2, 3, 4 |
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