Some days

Some days you go out to your car, in an attempt to be on time to class, and you discover that someone took a screwdriver (or some other harmful device) to your locks and you realize you can't get in your car.

You think about how rude that is.

Then you go inside and call your husband.  He doesn't answer.

You call your mom.  She doesn't answer.

You call your dad who spends his life in meetings and usually can't answer but he does!  And poor dad has to listen to you hold back your tears whilst you talk about feeling violated and what you're going to do since you're stranded at home and missing your class that you lose a half a letter grade on every time you miss it.  (it was probably a big old blessing that he was the one to answer the phone considering that he has an incredible habit of speaking peace to my soul)

Bless that sweet dad.  

Then you call the Honda Dealership and they don't have time for you until tomorrow.

Then you think you can crawl through the trunk but you remember that you're pregnant and probably don't fit.  You were right.

Then sweet husband races home from the station to crawl through the trunk for you.

He's so nice.

And then you eat a leftover Reese's peanut butter Egg and everything is ok again

 (except that you still don't have locks on your car...minor detail)

Some days are just like that.

That would be today.

The Special Weekend

As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) we have two weekends a year that are especially special.  It is a time that we get to listen to words from the leaders who lead and direct this church.  We believe that they are called of God.  We believe that the words they share over the bi-yearly "special weekends" (otherwise known as General Conference) are given to us to guide and direct us in the lives that we are currently living.  BTW this is the 182nd year of General Conference.  That's a pretty great track record!

We believe intensely that the words of ancient prophets (Moses, Abraham, etc.) were written for our day.  We believe that even though they lived thousands of years ago, there is still much to learn from them.  That's why we study the Bible AND the Book of Mormon.  But what I love is that we have LIVING prophets and apostles that teach us and lead us with what we need for today.

So no matter where you are, all over the world, you can listen HERE.  I know I will be.

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Another item of business.  If I were in Utah I would be literally running to the nearest Deseret Book to buy this book:  

I am always grateful for beautiful reading material that reminds us of our true purpose here on earth.  If you're in Utah, go get a copy.  It just may inspire you to do something more difficult that you thought you could handle. 

Have a glorious weekend!  I will be spending my time snuggling with my husband, enjoying the company of my daddy (who is here for the weekend), feeling my daughter kick, and eating homemade popsicles.  

That sounds perfect.