Category: #theXOdiary
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We Are One
We are One—One breath, one light, One planet spinning In eternal night and day. We are One universe,Vast and divine, From galaxies to A single line. We are One quark, Made of three things that matter: Me, you, And the fence post between us—Silent, solid, true. We are One nation, Under God, indivisible, With liberty…
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Zion Beneath Our Feet: No King but Christ
Jerusalem Then, America Now, and the Gathering of the Tribes For over a century, the world has endured war after war. From global conflicts like World Wars I and II to regional and civil strife, the last 125 years have tested the endurance and hope of every nation. Yet, amid this turmoil, a quiet, sacred…
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Testimony of the Book of Mormon as a True Record
I would like to bear my Testimony that I know the Book of Mormon to be a true Record of the American Indians. It is a sacred History of We The People who live upon this Land—written by Ancient Prophets, preserved by the Power of God, and brought forth in these Latter Days for our…
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“I Stand Governed by the Priesthood”
A Speech for One, K. Kirton Niner (Shimmer) (Pause. Look at your audience with confidence.) There comes a time… when you have to stop and listen—really listen—to the words people speak. Everyday phrases. Casual habits. Mindless talk that strips away meaning, identity, and respect. I’ve heard enough of it. The “you guys”… The valley girl…
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A Diamond in the Rough: How K. Kirton Niner Found Freedom in Faith and Technology
In a world where technology and faith often walk separate paths, K. Kirton Niner, also known as Shimmer, has built a bridge between the two—anchored by resilience, testimony, and a commitment to stand firm in both spirit and enterprise. Her journey began in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1998, when she first started publishing under what would…
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My Son Was Never Broken: A Mother’s Stand Against Silence and Corruption
Preamble: The Voice They Tried to Silence I have been told to move on.I have been told to be quiet.I have been told my son was broken.But I refuse to accept a lie spoken by those who abused their power to cover their sins. For over two decades, I endured harassment, manipulation, and false accusations—not…
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From the Desk of the Mother, Shimmer
Kirton 1st, Cave Creek, Arizona April 2025 President Russell M. NelsonThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 50 East North Temple Street Salt Lake City, UT 84150 Dear President Nelson, I write to you not only as a Mother, but as a Daughter of God who is weary from the burden I carry and…
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Hello CREEKERS
Here is a theological thesis—a formally structured presentation of my belief, supported by Scripture, Scientific Metaphor, and Spiritual Insight: Title:“Three Quarks of Quantum Faith: A Theological Thesis on the Divine Structure of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost”by K. Kirton Niner (Shimmer) Abstract:This thesis explores the theological framework of the Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy…
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Diary of a Desert Daughter: The Real Weight of the Word “Mother” I am the Mother of three children of GOD walking this Earth. I have carried Life. I have also known the heartbreak of loss—the silence after a heartbeat stops. I’ve lived through one abortion, made by my own accountable hand. I’ve survived the…
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Understanding the Difference: Booty Shorts vs. Biker Shorts in Our Local Schools
In recent years, the rise of Athleisure and Casual Fashion Trends has made its way into School Campuses across the Country—including right here in our Creeker District. One common point of confusion (and sometimes contention) is the difference between Booty Shorts and Biker Shorts, especially when worn by Young Ladies in Elementary, Middle, and High…