General Conference

This past weekend is one that I always look forward to: General Conference. My Dad always made us watch all four sessions of conference and so I have grown to love this semiannual tradition. I can't understand how many Mormons view General Conference weekend as a chance to take a vacation. I love being able to hang out in my "comfies," eat junk food, and throw all my cares and responsibilities out the window. This is when we get to hear from the Apostles and Prophet of the Lord!

All of the talks were excellent and it's hard to pick a "favorite," but there were a few that really struck me. One was from an Area Seventy named Eduardo Gavarret from Peru. He explained the importance of reactivating members. Living back in Utah, I always kind of view my "missionary opportunities" as limited. Everyone here has probably already heard about the "Mormons" and have made their decision on whether or not to pursue it. However, I forgot that there are many people who once had a testimony who have gotten lost. These are the people I need to focus on.

I also loved Brother Joseph B. Wirthlins advice to "Come What May and Love it." It is so easy to get downtrodden and depressed but we need to have a positive outlook on life and be thankful for all our blessings.

Jeffery R. Holland's talk on Angels was beautiful and seemed truly inspired from High.

Last of all, of course it is always wonderful to hear our modern Prophet and President Monson is such a great storyteller. It had been cloudy all weekend and during his Sunday morning talk about his calling to be the Prophet, the sun broke through the clouds. I'd like to think it was God's way of letting us know that his Mantel rests upon this wonderful man. He continued in that speech to talk about the importance of reveling in the present. He talked about how quickly children grow and how important it is to enjoy them while we can. Being a new mother this really struck a chord with me.

I always hate it when Conference is over - I just want it to go on and on. I can't wait until the talks are published in the Ensign and we are able to study them throughout the year in Releif Society.