Hi, I'm Charlotte

I grew up in the United States. I actually enjoy doing the dishes. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I recently graduated from college and had the blessing of marrying my husband in the temple in the fall of 2010. I love reading, writing, editing, and spending time with my family! Right now I'm working to help my husband and I prepare financially to have a family—I'm looking forward to being a mom someday!

Why I am a Mormon

I'm Mormon because living the doctrines of my faith makes me happy. It's not always easy, but it's the most rewarding way I know how to live. I know where I am, why I'm here, and where I'm going. Knowing the answers to those fundamental questions means everything to me. I'm Mormon because in living my faith, I know that I come closer to my Savior and that I can be with God and my family forever.

Personal Stories

Please explain the part prayer plays in your life?

Prayer is a direct line to God. I love the ability that we all have to communicate with Him at anytime we need or want to. Prayer is such a critical part of my life because I know Heavenly Father is listening every time. Prayer is a way for me to show my faith in God, because though I can't see Him I know He's there and that He cares. I feel His love through prayer and I feel His strength. Prayer gives me a chance to thank Heavenly Father for all my blessings gratitude is a way I show God how I love Him. I am a daughter of God, and prayer is one of the key ways in which I draw closer to Him.

How I live my faith

Living my faith comes in doing the small things. I read the scriptures, I pray, and I serve those around me. Those may all seem like simple acts, but for me, they're all acts of faith. I know that in doing the small things I'm allowing my Heavenly Father to build me into the person He wants me to be. My life is about diligence, and while I sometimes falter, I believe in the power of Christ's Atonement.

I also live my faith through service in my church callings. The organization of our church is focused on the individual. The ward is designed so that the needs of the ward members are served by the other members. We all serve each other, and it's wonderful.

What do Mormons believe happens to us after we die? What do Mormons believe about life after death?

Charlotte answered...

We believe that this life is only a part of our overall existence. We existed before our mortal lives, and we will continue to exist afterward. When we die, we will still be ourselves. We will go to a place of rest before we are resurrected and returned to our bodies. One of the most crucial beliefs we have about life after death is that we will have the opportunity to be with our families forever. We will know our families in heaven. Our family relationships are the most important ones we make here on earth, and because we have a loving Heavenly Father, we have the chance of being with our families for eternity.
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What is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' attitude regarding homosexuality and same sex marriage?

Christian answered...

Honestly admitting that you have homosexual feelings is often a scary and humiliating process – many are mistreated and must sort through these powerful emotions on their own. You have my deepest admiration and love. Your life is an amazing opportunity to make choices which will bring you peace and fulfillment. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I extend to you the same invitation that was extended to me: communicate your desires, fears and struggles to your loving Heavenly Father in prayer. Come to church with me! Or any other Mormon friend of yours. Give your burdens to God and trust in His plan for you—one that by design results in your greatest happiness.
And when you go to church on Sunday, know that you are on equal standing with those who do or don't have same-gender attraction. I know that faithful and obedient members of the Church will welcome you and love you.
Just like heterosexual members of our church, it is not a sin to be attracted to someone. However, intimacy is a sacred part of a loving relationship between a husband and wife. We are surrounded by a world of smut and filth which make a mockery of true love. Outside of marriage, the management of our sexual urges, whether homosexual or heterosexual, is to master the greatest power God has given His children on earth -- to create families.