Conference weekend

I love spring. I love the feeling of the changing weather. I find that the random snow storms only help me to appreciate the warm days we do have. I especially love the opportunity to listen the leaders of our church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, during General Conference.

My favorite talk was Elder Quentin L. Cook's on womanhood. It was very inspirational and made me want to do better. He talked about how much service the woman of the church do. I have found this to be accurate during my trials. I received ample amount of service by women, not just in the church, but women in general, who were willing to serve. I remember feeling lonely one night while at home when Lincoln was in the hospital. That night my relief society president showed up on my door with jam, bread and an inspirational message. I kept that message with me and read it over and over during the next few trying weeks. Meals were made, care packages were sent, and love was shared.

He also talked about the importance of motherhood.

“No woman should ever feel the need to apologize or to feel that her contribution is less significant because she is devoting her primary efforts to raising and nurturing children.”
 I have aspired to do many thing, but the thing that brings me the greatest joy, and the most fulfillment, is being a mother. 

Another favorite was Elder Richard G. Scott's talk on marriage, and motherhood.
"Who can justly measure the righteous influence of a mothers love." ~Elder Richard G. Scott
He talked about the sweet things he and his wife did for each other. Something else I can do better on. 

Elder Lynn G. Robbins talk on parenting will continue to serve as a guide on how to teach and raise our children. He stated "To do without to be is hypocrisy." He suggested creating "To Be" lists in addition to "To Do" lists. The most important thing we can do as parents is to teach them to be like our Savior. He also talked about how discipline should not be done in anger. 


I'm so grateful for the priesthood power to serve as a guide in my life.