It's been a while since I posted and so I thought I would share some of my favorite conference talks that have really uplifted my spirit and help me press on. The first one is by Joseph B. Wirthlin it's called "Come what may, and love it. " He talks about the way we react in adversity however it also reminds me that when I'm struggling in so many ways in my life that Heavenly Father is here for me. It helps me to understand that when my life is filled with adversity and trials no matter how big or small it can be that he is there for us and if we prove our selves and endure our testimonies will be strengthened and we will be blessed for them. Elder Wirthlin's soothing voice and simple message brings comfort when it's needed most.

The second is a talk given by President Gordon B. Hinckley, it's titled "How Can I Become the Woman of Whom I Dream?" Our young women's president shared this message with our young women during new beginnings this past week. While listening to her present this message I felt the spirit tell my heart that what she was saying was true, that the gospel truly is the way to return to Heavenly Father and it will truly make us happy.

When I was younger I remember my young women's leader asked my parents to write me a letter, I'm sure my parents told me some wonderful things about me but I remember my dad said that I needed to find Joy in the everyday things. I remember that I was a little taken back by it, that my dad hadn't just praised me however this has stuck with me because I don't find joy in the everyday things. I don't particularly like to do the dishes and the laundry etc. Periodically this has come to my attention and I have found that I need to reassess and be happier in the little things.

For me this has always been a struggle and I appreciate President Hinckley's encouragment he says "For you, my dear friends, the sky is the limit. You can be excellent in every way. You can be first class... Polish and refine whatever talents the Lord has given you. Go forward in life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, but with great and strong purpose in your heart. Love life and look for its opportunities, and forever and always be loyal to the Church.Never forget that you came to earth as a child of the divine Father, with something of divinity in your very makeup. The Lord did not send you here to fail. He did not give you life to waste it. He bestowed upon you the gift of mortality that you might gain experience—positive, wonderful, purposeful experience—that will lead to life eternal. He has given you this glorious Church, His Church, to guide you and direct you, to give you opportunity for growth and experience, to teach you and lead you and encourage you, to bless you with eternal marriage, to seal upon you a covenant between you and Him that will make of you His chosen daughter, one upon whom He may look with love and with a desire to help. May God bless you richly and abundantly, my dear young friends, His wonderful daughters.Look to the positive. Know that He is watching over you, that He hears your prayers and will answer them, that He loves you and will make that love manifest. Let the Holy Spirit guide you in all that you do as you look to become the kind of woman of whom you dream. You can do it. You will have friends and loved ones to help. And God will bless you as you pursue your course. This, girls, is my humble promise and prayer in your behalf."

I was talking to a friend about how hard it is to take the kids to church when our husbands have to work on Sundays. I often ask myself "why am I here?" She gave me great advice and told me just to do the best I can (thank you Rebecca) I know that we were put on this earth to be happy and that can stay faithful and endure, it is tough but he has given us a way,it is through living the gosple we will be happiest. It is important. I'm sorry that this is so long, It may not even make sense but I wanted to share these two talks because they really touched me.