I just wanted to post about how I felt about General Conference. It was really inspiring and I felt like all of my concerns and weaknesses were lightened. I really came away with a greater desire to recommit and be more Christ-like. It's a very positive feeling and I hope I can hold onto it for awhile. One talk in particular that really inspired me was by Elder Holland. He spoke on the Atonement and specifically the events leading to the Crucifixion. I have a better understanding and closeness for the Savior and am so grateful for the Atonement in ways that are different than maybe 6 months ago or 2 years ago. I feel more inspired because I realize that the Savior suffered things for me personally that only I have experienced in my way, no one else can understand or take these pains/sorrows/frailties away from me like He can. I think it give me greater power to accomplish His work when I realize that I am not alone. Even in the most alone moments, I AM NOT ALONE!!
Right now we are visiting Jed's parents in Torrey for Spring Break. It is my most favorite places to be for Easter. Usually it's beautiful weather and we love hiking around Capital Reef when it's a little cool. The kids are having a blast, right now they are playing Lego's since the wind is pretty strong right now. They tried their tradition of building forts but the wind kept blowing things away. My mom is on her way here which I am so excited for and JaNae is working today. Jed will be coming tomorrow with his brother Wade and then his other brother, Clay is coming with Trista on Thursday night. One of my favorite things about being here is that my kids turn into different kids. They talk and laugh and play constantly with each other and arent' watching TV or movies. They love it here. Leah has been sick so she just wants to snuggle and sleep in my arms which is totally different than when she is at home and feeling well. A wonderful gift!
Happy Easter Everyone!
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That sounds so warm and wonderful. We will have to come visit this summer.
I love how conference can lift you to a new motivation. I need to re-watch the majority of them during the nights when my kids are asleep... I seriously only heard two talks. Kind of lame. But all the same it's a wonderful feeling to have the reconnection with where we want to be and should be.
As I read your last line it made me want to go grab Tate and snuggle with her while she sleeps :o)
I love what you said about conference and Elder Holland's talk...seems to be the general consensus that his talk was totally what we all needed to hear!
So glad that you get to spend such wonderful time with your family and mom is coming ! tell her to blog about it...had to add that in!
Dad actually posted yesterday! What a great surprise!
I'll have to check Dad's blog then. I loved conference too. I felt like it was "just for me." We really tried to celebrate Easter differently, and that, along with conference, especially Elder Holland's talk, has helped me have similar experiences like what you're describing. I started to realize more of the extent of the Atonement.
Sis, your insight was so great. You remind me that we are offered such great strength to live our lives through the atonement. What a gift especially when we feel we don't have the strength to go on. I think that means the the Lord wants always to be moving forward and experience greater depths of this earth life, so that when we do run out of steam, there is purpose in that. I love you!
oh, I really love this! I would like to hang it on my wall with Quincy's comment about the soap!
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