August 2009 Contents Friends by Mail Friends by Mail Joel C.I Love the Friend Haley M.Asking for Forgiveness Tyler B.Finding a Friend in the Friend Thomas S. MonsonReach Out to Others Julie HughesTangerines Kitchen Krafts Lynn G. RobbinsYoung and Faithful Dawn NelsonWhy Are Mom and Dad Going to the Temple? Cheryl EsplinThe Temple—I’m Going There Someday Matt and Mandy Kelly J. HunsakerSafe from the Swarm Trying to Be Like Jesus Trying to Be Like Jesus Brooke-Lynn J.A Right Decision Nathan R.Soda Sense Grant G.Looking Away Whitney H.An Important Invitation Jordan C.Friendly Courage Richard M. RomneyLove Your Country Robert A. PetersonExercise Is Fun My Gospel Standards Jason’s Escape Carolyn LeDucJason’s Escape Are You Media Smart? M. Russell BallardHow do I know that Heavenly Father loves me? Our Creative Friends For Little Friends Marianne Sorensen LemonAlexander Gets a Blessing Jesus Christ Chooses His Apostles Chad E. PharesVisiting Temple Grounds Corine C. PughRibbons for Shoes The Organization of the Primary Jan PinboroughBeing Brennah Hard at Work, Hard at Play Karen BealsThe Big Move Anne AlexanderMy Climbing Tree Chad E. PharesMissionary Postcards Happy Birthday, President Monson! Coloring Page Guide to the Friend