The Blessing of Conference

I am grateful for this past weekend. As a family, we were able to watch all four sessions of General Conference. It is rare that we are able to watch all for sessions live, as Brook and Jordan usually have activities on Saturday. I loved the spirit that I felt as we listened to the counsel of our leaders.




One of my favorite talks was M. Russell Ballard's talk. The story he told of the man panning for gold really resonated with me. I think that too much of the time I forget that it is the gathering of what seems to be small experiences will eventually become a "pouch full" of grand experiences of personal growth for me and my children. It is hard when I am in that moment to see that the little experiences and teaching moments are adding up. I just have to have faith and trust in the Lord.

One of the little experiences that I am thinking of is serving others. I know I need to extend myself more to others. I know that I get wrapped up in my own trials, that I forget that others are struggling more than I. I need to expand my capacity to love others unconditionally and serve my friends and neighbours. There are so many things that I can do to help lift others. I desire to serve others and brighten their day. I feel such a great love from my Saviour, that I know I need to share that love with others. Love One Another. Such a simple phrase, such a profound doctrine, one I know that I have been inspired this weekend to focus my efforts.