Girls Weekend

Last weekend was wonderful. I enjoyed even the drive to and from Orlando. The girls and I went to Time Out for Women. We have done this together for about 3 or 4 years. The whole TOFW was amazing and I was able to renew my desires to be a woman of God. I haven't always been active in doing that. I know shocking isn't it. ;-) HA!

We were able to listen to Sheri Dew and Wendy Nelson on Friday night. Saturday was just as enjoyable as Friday night was. Sheri Dew shared with us that she is trying to read/listen to a General Conference talk each day. That instead of having the tv on she puts on a conference talk. I thought that was a great idea. I have tried this these past 3 mornings and I will say it makes my days much better. This morning I listened to Elder Scott's talk and finding nuggets within his talk that were for me to hear again. Like this one-

"As each impression came, I carefully wrote it down. In the process, I was given precious truths that I greatly needed in order to be a more effective servant of the Lord. The details of the communication are sacred and, like a patriarchal blessing, were for my individual benefit. I was given specific directions, instructions, and conditioned promises that have beneficially altered the course of my life."

That is how I felt this past weekend. So much information was coming quickly that I needed to know and hear that my hand would cramp up as I tried to write down what I was being taught. Sometimes they were direct quotes from the speakers and sometimes they were general thoughts with key words so I could go back and fill in what I couldn't manage to get written down the first time. Just like Elder Scott talked about the information I received was much like a patriarchal blessing, it was for my individual benefit.

Kristen, Alyse and I talked at dinner Saturday evening about what we enjoyed most. What speakers we really enjoyed and any thoughts we had during the conference. What a wonderful way to end an amazing day. I am sure those are the times that each mother tucks into her heart to recall at will. I know I will.

I will try to put on here my notes so that I can go over what I learned. Not so much for everyone to read but to write them again so they will sink deeper into my heart. The theme of the conference was "Infinite Hope".

While I was listening to Mercy River sing on Saturday I had many thoughts come to me and one was to purchase one of their CD's for my co-worker Connie. Since the passing of Jimmy I have seen her struggle and mourn. It brings back the memories of my Mom grieving when my Dad passed away. As I heard them sing the song "We all Need Saving" I had a clear and distinct voice tell me that she needed this CD. The Lord always seem makes things happen so we can accomplish His work, they finished the song and there was a 15 minute break. I knew this was a prompting since it came out of no where so I jumped up and bought it for her.

Now came the next part. Giving it to her. I went to work Monday and with the CD in my purse I put everything down on my desk removed the CD and walked directly to her office. I asked if I could come in and I proceeded to tell her about my weekend and how marvelous it was. Then I told her about my prompting and gave her the CD.

I did tell her I didn't know if she even like this kind of music but I was told she needed it. She about cried. We talked about the conference and I shared some of the different stories. We talked about hope and faith. We talked for a good 45 mins. It was a wonderful experience. I told her I hoped the music might give her some peace. She has since stopped by twice and shared with me how much she has enjoyed the music. I have no idea what will happen and even if nothing does it was a marvelous experience.

So I am deeply grateful for the rush of spiritual thoughts that have come to my mind since this weekend. Sis. Nelson talked about becoming a holier woman each day. How would a holy women react to this or that. I am going to try to really apply this to my life and especially to my daily commutes in the car. I KNOW I am not a holy woman in the car. :-)

I am thankful for the push to get back on track again. My sails are filled and I am ready to soar to new heights!