Hi, I'm Dara

I grew up in Seattle. I dance & sing. I go to college. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

Hello! I am 22 years old and going to school right now studying Health Science. I'd like to go onto grad school next year to become an Occupational Therapist. I was married in December 2010 to the man of my dreams & am living a happy life with him. In high school I was on a competitive Ballroom Dance Team and continued to do some ballroom in college until I took a modern dance class; then I really found my niche! I love contemporary dance & can't get enough of it.

Mostly all you need to know about me is that I like to laugh and have fun, I love my family, I love to dance, and I love the LDS church!

Why I am a Mormon

I know that the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is true. That is why I am a Mormon. Throughout my life I have tested the standards given, the commandments and the doctrine, in my own way, and found it to be true. When I am living the standards of the gospel and in accordance with Heavenly Father's teaching I am happy. When I am not I find that life becomes a little bit more complicated and I lack the clarity of direction when I am seeking carnal or natural man desires.

I know that Heavenly Father is aware of me and that through living the gospel as He as revealed unto us at this time, I can return to Him! What a glorious idea! It is so sweet to think that, as I live righteously, there is always hope. Even though the world is rising in wickedness and reaping in unrighteousness, there is still hope! That is why I am a Mormon.

Personal Stories

What are you doing to help strengthen your family and make it successful?

My husband and I are newly married. We don't have any kids yet, but are always striving to maintain a peace and reverence in our home that strengthens our marriage. One way we do that is by praying together. Before each meal and each night we pray as a couple. Each time we pray at night we ask one another if there are any topics in particular that we need to pray about or ponder. This helps us to stay on the same page about things, because we are talking about the concerns we may have. It really helps us to stay in touch and keep our marriage strong.

How I live my faith

Since I'm in school my callings (volunteer positions) tend to be short term, for a semester or two at most; because that's how long I stay in a ward. My favorite calling in the church was when I taught the women of our ward. I loved preparing lessons and teaching to our individual classes needs.

How can we come to know our Father in Heaven?

Richard Maden answered...

Just start out with a small prayer to God and just this one act will start you on a path that will bring you into a relationship with Him. Don't be afraid to ask for guidance from the missionaries this is the thing they live for.
Andrew answered...

The same way that you come to know anyone better, talk with him. Our Heavenly father blessed us with prayer, which is the means by which we converse with him. Think of every prayer as a phone call, not writing a letter; expect God to answer your prayers and listen for his response. Prayer is a two way conversation and the best way to come to know our Father in Heaven and what he wants for us.

Does The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints endorse political parties?

Fred answered...

No. Our leaders have always operated from the concept that if we teach one another correct principles, we will then make correct choices and govern ourselves. The Church encourages each person to carefully consider every issue and each candidate and to prayfully seek guidance and then to vote responsibily. We are encouraged to be involved with our communities and nation but the Church does not take political positions or endorse parties or individuals.