KeraBirk

Wife & Mom | Former Politician | Small Business Owner | Liberty Lover | Basketball Ref | Republican | Latter Day Saint

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

In just under three short years, our oldest son and his beautiful wife have accomplished so much. They’ve built careers, graduated from college, and created a wonderful life together—things that have made us incredibly proud. They are amazing!

But nothing has touched my heart and thrilled me quite like watching them start a family of their own.💗💗💗 That’s right, we’re going to be Grandparents!!

They are going to be amazing parents, and I fully intend to embrace my grandma era and enjoy every precious moment that comes with it.

Our family is growing, and I couldn’t be more grateful. 💗

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

@rachelle_morris Exactly— no one supports Nate.

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@thefoodbabe @RepThomasMassie @TuckerCarlson This is GARBAGE and doesn’t happen. It would Kill the Wheat. Farmers don’t do this

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Remember when “fake news” was the phrase everyone used? Somewhere along the way, people stopped questioning information entirely, as long as it matched what they already believed. Now social media posts are treated as more credible than journalism, when the reality is: both can be manipulated, misleading, or flat-out false.

What concerns me even more right now is not just that people believe everything they see online, it’s that many don’t seem to understand what they’re helping create.

An elected official in Utah recently spoke about credible death threats against him and his family. Law enforcement does not station officers outside someone’s home because a random person says “I hate you.” They do it when there is evidence of a legitimate threat.

The reactions online are disturbing. People saying he’s “getting what he deserves.” Think about what that mentality leads to.

When we normalize threats, harassment, intimidation, and targeting families or businesses because we disagree with someone politically, we push decent people out of public service.

Look at what’s already happening: officials’ businesses being harassed over votes they took. Employees getting targeted. Families being dragged into political outrage.

What kind of normal, well-intentioned person is going to look at that environment and say, “Yeah, I want to run for office”?

They won’t.

I understand why people feel empowered by boycotting businesses. There’s absolutely a time and place for it — I’ve participated in boycotts myself.

But we’re now talking about small local businesses that didn’t commit wrongdoing. The owner simply cast a vote people disagreed with while serving in public office.

If voters disagree with that person politically, vote them out. That’s how the system is supposed to work.

So who does that leave willing to serve?

Mostly wealthy corporate elites and people insulated from the financial consequences of public backlash. The people most obsessed with power, status, influence, and control. The people least affected by public outrage.

If we keep rewarding political extremism and personal destruction, we are going to end up with fewer public servants and more career power-seekers. That’s not a better future for any state or country.

We’re creating the very thing we claim we don’t want.

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

@modagalliance @CongressmanGT Thank you!!

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@RepMaryMiller @RepGregSteube Thank you for being one of the intelligent and honest representatives who is willing to help farmers! It’s absolutely insane and ridiculous to read what people are saying about glyphosate.

[Modern Ag Alliance @modagalliance]

Hear from an Iowa farmer: Heath Stolee of Radcliffe explains why supporting farmers and their access to crop protection tools is about putting America first.

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@RepLuna I usually like your politics but you are 100% wrong on glyphosate.

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Five years ago this week, I walked into a doctor’s appointment and was told I had inflammatory breast cancer. It looked like a textbook case, and because of how aggressive it is, everything moved fast, more tests, urgent appointments, a ton of emotions.

But at my treatment appointment, everything changed. The doctors were stunned to discover it wasn’t inflammatory breast cancer at all. Instead, it was a tiny lump—stage 0. If I hadn’t gone in with those alarming symptoms, it could have taken years to find. And in that time, it might not have stayed stage 0.

What felt terrifying in the moment turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Those very real (and very strange) symptoms pushed doctors to look deeper, and because of that, it was caught early. One quick, simple surgery was all it took.

I’ve seen moments like this again and again in my life—times where something scary turns into something sacred. Little miracles that remind me how much we’re being watched over.

This week, Eva had another surgery. There’s nothing easy about watching your child be wheeled into an operating room. But even in those hard moments, I feel a deep, steady peace—knowing our lives and our trials are in the Lord’s hands.

I know the Lord knows us by name. He loves us and never fails. Here is the quote my dad sent me five years ago; “Remain firm in your covenant path, and your faith will be strengthened. And you will have the strength to face any challenges. And thus, you will see God's love manifest in your lives.” Russell M. Nelson

I’m so grateful for the peace that comes from knowing our Savior and striving to follow the covenant path. It’s a steady, comforting kind of peace that carries me through both the good and the hard. I truly wish that same peace for each of you, my dear friends and family, because of the love I have for you. ❤️

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@andypierucciUT @DougFiefia I get it, and I’m sad to see it. If I were a voter in that district, Dan would have my vote.

[Montana Grain Growers Association @MTGrainGrowers]

Today the Montana Grain Growers Association met with the U.S. EPA to fight for Montana grain producers. We are grateful to the Trump Administration for this opportunity. Working for you every day. 🌾 #MGGA #MontanaAg #FarmPolicy

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

Every April 13th, I’m reminded of the beauty of life and how intricately God weaves His plans.

Eva’s journey began as a beautiful surprise. Despite doctors saying we were done with having kids and even doubting I could have any, God had other plans! Her pregnancy was challenging; a nurse once advised me to consider abortion, and my doctor even suggested preparing a power of attorney. It was a tough time.

But on April 13th, after much heartache and uncertainty, my doctor decided to deliver Eva eight weeks early. We faced a NICU stay, but we were both alive and thriving. God blessed us immensely.

A couple of months later, we learned about a hole in Eva’s heart. Overwhelmed as a young mom of four under five, I leaned on faith. After a weekend of fasting and prayer, at her pre-op appointment, the doctor found that the hole was closing on its own—another miracle!

Just before her second birthday, we learned about a brain malformation, leading to emergency surgery. The prognosis was daunting, with doctors warning of delays and challenges. Yet, through it all, God has shown His grace. Today, Eva is strong, healthy, intelligent, and full of joy.

Each year on this day, we celebrate more than just a birthday. We celebrate life, resilience, good health, and the profound presence of God in every detail. Here’s to you, Eva—our miracle!

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

Yesterday, we were able to be part of celebrating our niece's wedding at the temple. It was a beautiful ceremony, and sitting there, in the House of the Lord, I was reminded of how loved we all are.

Our Savior loves each and every one of us, as we are. Most importantly to me is He loves us enough to lift us to be what we can become.

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Last Saturday, our son—whom we’ve had the blessing of raising since he was 3—chose to be baptized. It made for a special Easter weekend, with all of our kids together.

My heart is so full of gratitude for the missionaries who walked alongside him. They took the time to understand his unique journey, helped him build his testimony of the gospel, and supported his decision to be baptized. 💗

[Mike Schultz @mschultz_12]

Utah has been talking about fairness in girls’ sports for years... and now the rest of the world is finally catching up. The International Olympic Committee just adopted a new policy to ensure only biological females compete in women’s competitions. 👏

When Utah led the nation by passing HB  11 to protect girls’ sports, we faced relentless criticism, endless attacks, and non-stop pushback. But today, others are finally acknowledging what we said all along: protecting girls is non-negotiable.

So proud that Utah stood strong, used common sense, and did the right thing from the beginning. 🏅

https://t.co/635e248XVm

[KeraBirk @KeraBirk]

In 2021, when the bill to ban men from participating on women’s teams was first introduced, he stated—prior to the bill being reviewed by the Senate committee—that he would veto it. The following year, the bill was reintroduced to both the House and Senate committees. Despite being invited to numerous meetings, he attended only one. Originally presented in 2021, the bill underwent a series of hearings during the interim period and continued to be discussed extensively in 2022. Each component of HB 11 that passed in 2022 was subjected to multiple hearings, ensuring thorough examination of its provisions.

Behind the scenes games were not played prior to the Bill passing. The games were played after the bill was passed, when claims started coming out that the bill didn’t have proper hearings and the bill didn’t have certain legal protections that were needed. All of that was and is a lie.

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@LoriRBird1 @BradEBonham @GovCox That’s false Sam.

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Game Day!!! 💙💙💙

[BYU Men's Basketball @BYUMBB]

ROUND 1.

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