Unexpected Uplifting

 

D&C 4:4
For behold the field is white already to harvest; and lo, he that thrusteth in his sickle with his might, the same layeth up in store that he perisheth not, but bringeth salvation to his soul;

 

 I had the honor of attending the Leesburg Stakes conference this Saturday and Sunday.  Here are a few notes about what I learned and with being LDS how to become a better member missionary. 

Adult Session of Stake Conference.
Theme: Hastening the Work
1/25/2014

It is by the small simple things that we set an example.
When you talk about your life with others, include talking about your life at church.
You do not have to teach the whole gospel at once....just answer one question.
Sharing does not necessarily mean converting.
Nothing happens in missionary work till you open your mouth.
The Gospel is about JOY.
You do not know the impact you can make on someone.
We all need to be shown love.
Four things to Hasten The Work-
1) Be worthy
2) Be willing
3) Be patient
4) Be fearless
Use social media for sharing the gospel, and keep it uplifting.
Set an example.
The peace that is found in the church is of great worth.
Service is the way of showing gratitude to the Savior.
Service channels our desires and energies into righteous activities.
We are not expected to do all things but to do many.
Serve with might, mind and strength.
Four ways to use social media to spread the Gospel
1) links
2) pictures
3) testimony
4) sharing messages
A testimony can be gained through any medium.
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My Light, My Life

 

 

 My lamp shall be filled and I shall teach my daughters to have theirs filled also. We shall as a family be prepared for the Second Coming of Christ and not be turned away at that glorious day because we forgot to do something as small as fill our lamps. As Moses 1:39 reads....For behold this is my work and my glory to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. I plan on being a part of that mighty work and to feel the glory of my eldest Brother. I want eternal life with my girls, my friends and my family.

PAIN AND GAIN

RORY, MYSELF AND JAYNA

 I have the most amazing children on earth. I could tell something was bothering Rory so, as a mom I asked her...here is where the tears flow. She says that she hates this and I ask what? She says she hates to see her mommy hurt. Now all I wanted to do was tell her to go to bed and that everything was ok but, I did not feel that was the right thing. So, I told her that I hated it too. That I do not like what it had done to us. That I constantly am I pain which means they constantly worry about me. I could not tell her not to worry bc I am her mother and Rory has a tender heart. Instead I took het hands and said I am glad for these things. She again looked at me like I was crazy. I told her that due to having what I have I have raised two amazing confident, gentle, empathic children who understand pain. I told her that due to this she is strong and due to this strength she is going to do something amazing bc she is amazing. I also gave her a request I told her that I want her to be my legs. Track is starting and I want her to run for me. I told her that it would not be without pain but, her stride is darn near perfect and with it she could do great things. I want her and Jayna to be my eagles ans to spread their wings and soar. I have been blessed with two children that I know my Father in Heaven was saving for me. He knew that I could strengthen them and they me. I know that I have been given treasures to guard and when my time is up gaurding the fair princesses that will be a glorious day. I cannot wait for the Second Coming to come and to be perfected and to be able to run and run with my children. These are special times for me to be able to show my children how to handle pain with grace. To let them know to never give up because if we do not on that fateful day Heavenly Father will throw his arms around me and say, " good job thou good and faithful servant, you have been faithful over a few things I shall make thew ruler over many". I cannot wait to be sealed to my girls and to continue our family in heaven through the eternities. I love you, my Jayna Bug and Rory Lynn.

A Tiny Patch, A New Dawn

 

I went to the Dr yesterday and he gave me some new medication for pain. He gave me a patch, a very small patch. Now thinking, ok, this this is so tiny will it even work, I was of course skeptical. I came home and put it on and within an hour the most amazing thing happened I was almost pain free for the first time in as long as I can remember. All of my muscles decompressed and were singing with joy. I will not say that is the best route for everyone but, last night I was me again. I was talking, laughing and enjoying being with my siblings all piled on mom and dad's bed. It was an amazing moment. I am so grateful that my Father in Heaven answered my cries for help. I am truly blessed as I wake up this morning to a new dawn.

Cold and Colder

 

15 tonight that's it I am moving south.

Ok...this is just wrong. I mean we live in Florida for a for reason...to avoid the cold.  That's right we do not live here for any other reason but, to laugh and laugh at  WINTER  and say, " ha ya missed me". Well, this year it decided to get even. "Oh, where oh where has my little sun gone?"   The great thing though is that by Friday it will be 80 again.   I guess this touch of  WINTER is here to keep us humble. But, know this  WINTER by Friday we will be back in our bathing-suits at the beach so, I guess the joke is on you.

I Might Not Look Ill But.......

We all need to remember this with all things. Having Fibromylagia and Elhers Danlos Sndrome I know the judgment that people pass but, I also know the love of understanding. All of us at one point of time or another just want to be understood and be loved. Remember to love those who need it regardless of what it is and how bad it is. Never tell someone to just suck it up, because that could send them more into a down ward spiral. Handle their pain with love and one day when you need theirs they will be there for you.

The Desolation of Oh No You Didn't

 The Hobbit....the Desolation of Smaug

Went to the see "The Desolation Of Smaug"  and I can say that I loved it!!! Except the end....why, oh why did they do that to you? I think Peter Jackson gets a sick pleasure out of making ppl sit an extra five minutes staring at the screen saying, "It can't be over, there is no way that was the end." But, alas it was. Now I am hooked for the next.

Hospitals and ER's

 

  

 I had to go to the ER yesterday due to a ruptured cyst on my ovary.  I had the pleasure of waiting for 7hrs before being seen by the DR.  Who then came in said yup it is a cyst, do you want any pain meds?  Um, Let me think?  I had a cyst rupture at 5am that woke me out of a sound sleep.  I went to my Dr who then sent me here and I have been sitting on hard chairs for the past 7 hours, do I want pain meds?  Yup fill me up doc.   I got a shot of meds and proceeded to come home at 2am.  I just now woke up at 1pm.  

I am grateful for modern medicine but, I have to question the system esp when it takes 7hrs to get through a quick ER.  Have a wonderful day everyone and may you be safe. 

A New Day

Last night I was up late reading the book, The White Queen.  While reading it I turned it to A&E and Duck Dynasty was on as my background noise.  I normally do not watch DD but, this one caught my attention.  It was the Christmas episode and they were getting ready to perform the Christmas story.  Which our family was supposed to do but, did not get the opportunity to due to our stupid actions as a family.  

Christmas is a time of family and unfortunately on Christmas Day that night we were at dinner there was a major misunderstanding.  I love my family but, that night I felt the furthest thing from love.  I have PTSD and something my brother-in-law said set me off.  He did not know it would but, what he said and how he said it set off a back-flash.  He could not have predicted that what he did would have done this but, he could have handled the situation with kindness.  I want my B-I-L to know that I love him and if I offended him that it was not meant as to.

Last night though while watching this I heard the sweet small voice of the Holy Ghost.  It told me that I need to contact all my siblings and tell them what I think and that I love them dearly.  I need to step-up as the eldest in my family.  Finally, we need to redo Christmas day, we need to come together for our parents and have Dad read the Christmas story and dress all the kids up and have a great night.  Mom and Dads house can no longer be a battle ground esp since I live in their home and have no where to run.  

I love my family with all my heart and I do not want us to fall apart bc of pride.  So It is time for me to take my place and express my feeling and pray that my sisters hear me and we can come together as one.