So this last week I went to Women's Conference at BYU. I stayed overnight the first night with Laura and we talked all night long. It was so fun, it reminded me of all our sleepovers in our younger days. Her mom was even next door probably about ready to kill us for being so noisy (just like the good old days!) Liz and her mom and sister came down the next day and I rode back and forth with them the rest of the time. The prophet spoke on the last day and it was the first time I have seen him since he was ordained. It was amazing! Some of the things I learned:
Find joy in today.
Trust in the Lord.
Everyone has the potential to change the world.
We all have more influence than we think.
Every time we walk away from feeling inadequacy, jealousy, or the philosophies of men we are choosing Christ and increasing our faith.
Take time to do something for yourself.
The veil is very thin.
Fear stands for False Expectations Appearing Real.
And so much more. It was literally three days full of life changing experiences for me. As many of you know I have been struggling so much since my mom died. I really felt her with me and even though it is hard for me to not be so sad when I feel her, the Morrey's really helped me just enjoy it. This weekend reminded me that I am enough just by the fact that I am a child of God. President Monson talked about finding joy in the journey now. I sometimes get caught up in thinking that being a good wife and mother means doing everything and accomplishing more. It really made me think about how much time I spend doing things that really only matter to me, my family just wants me to be happy and spend time with them. I feel like I am finally coming out from behind the clouds. My family has been telling me these things for so long, I guess my heart was finally ready to listen. Thanks guys for all the support!
Monday, May 5, 2008
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It was an absolute pleasure to go to Women's Conference with you! It's amazing the Spirit that was there - even in a room full of 30,000 other women! I could really feel President Monson's love for all of us. Your mom definitely had a hand in many experiences that you had. I know she was there with us. It's hard to remember that this separation from her is so short compared to the Eternity we will spend with her. Love you!
Lori, I'm sorry that I'm finally reading this now...I'm so glad you came to women's conference. The Spirit WAS so strong and I love coming home and feeling so refreshed. I love your lessons learned too! It was fun to stay up all night and talk! Thanks for making that memory!
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