"...our splendid sisters sometimes undervalue their abilities — they focus on what is lacking or imperfect rather than what has been accomplished and who they really are."
I could've stood up, raised my hand and said, "Hi, my name is Kim and this is what I do to myself everyday!!!!
Everything he said was insightful and very wise. THANK YOU THANK YOU. Here's more of what he said that touched my ♥!
♥"Everyone can create. You don't need money, position or influence in order to create something of substance or beauty," he said. Mothers not only assist God in providing bodies for and teaching their children, but those who are not mothers will find that creativity "extends far beyond the limits of canvas or sheet of paper and not require a brush, a pen or the keys of a
piano.
♥"Creation means bringing into existence something that did not exist before: colorful gardens, harmonious homes, family memories, flowing laughter." Those who feel intimidated can begin with small things like a letter of appreciation, learning a new skill or beautifying a space in some way.
♥"As you take the normal opportunities of your daily life and create something of beauty and helpfulness, you improve not only the world around you but also the world within you."
♥"The number of prayers we say will contribute to our eternal happiness, but the prayers we answer may be of greater importance."♥
"Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves."J.M. Barrie author of Peter PanWhat a wonderful admonishment!! CREATE and BE COMPASSIONATE.
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I too loved President Uchtdorf's talk. It felt like he was speaking directly to me at some points.
ReplyDeleteI also loved Sister Beck's talk. It felt so empowering to hear her say that the time has come for the R.S. to perform service and do things that have never been done before. I feel this overwhelming new energy for service. I only hope that I can make this feeling last and actually carry out some of my thoughts.
This was the best, I've been telling my husband about it all day. It just filled me right up! Last night was a blast. So fun to see you again. I loved Sis. Becks talk too. I've been thinking a lot about how to increase my offering to the Lord.
ReplyDeleteNope Kim, it was for me! :)
ReplyDeleteIt was a great evening, huh! I also loved Sister Beck's talk. So empowering!
I have been gushing about his talk to every woman I come across! I LOVED your glance down the row at me when he said that we tend to devalue ourselves and undermine all the good that we do....you and I know that we both row in THAT boat! I'll tell you what though, it's nice to know that I'm not the only one who wants so badly to be better than I am that I often go overboard and end up paralyzing my progress with my own fear and self-doubt. I'm so glad I got to see you and hug you and share that special night together.
ReplyDeleteMuch love....
I had the absolute best time on Saturday! I am going to have to review the talks so I can committ some of the lines to memory. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYep- on the Thurs. thing.
You already know that I LOVED this talk..I want to listen again....I couldnt stop taking notes (between laughing and glancing at you or nudging you as you sat next to me and smiled cuz you KNOW that talk was for you and I!!! Hey thanks for being the kind of friend that I need!!!!
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