Christine was Kind

For my talk I wanted to display a picture of the 10 Virgins and I just couldn't find one.  I asked a few people in my ward but didn't have any luck.  So, I posted a little message on fb that I was looking for the 10 Virgins picture to borrow.  Christine said that she had the picture and that I could borrow it from her.  Bless her heart!  Kindness Inspire Kindness and so to let her know that I really appreciated her I took her a Sunshine Bag when I returned the picture.  I truly appreciated Christine for letting me borrow her beautiful picture.

I did it!

Last night was the night that I was asked to speak about the 10 Virgins and preparing to meet our Savior.  This was truly something out of my comfort zone.  I don't really like preparing talks and I'm so not confident in doing so.  I have only had to prepare a few talks to speak in Sacrament Meeting..15 minutes top.  Tonight I had the whole meeting.  I prepared a talk but really didn't know how much time I would take.  I think it ended up being about the right amount of time. (I love being guided by the Holy Ghost....He knew how long it would take and guided me in writing my talk)  I really did feel like I was guided in writing my talk.  I had a basic outline just days after being asked. I even had the handouts made up and ready to go.  I searched and read and added to my talk and then deleted from it and it wasn't long before it was done.  I really wasn't nervous about it until it was actually time to speak. Then I was a little nervous for a minute or so.

It's kind of funny that the other day I was reading over my talk again and I felt like I should have the ladies help me out with the first part.  I was going to read the artists comments about the picture of the 10 Virgins I took to display.  I had the sisters do that instead and it was a blessing.  During the time they were reading about each Virgin I had time to calm down.  I was calm by the time I gave my talk.  I am so thankful for the Holy Ghost and the guidance he is.

I am thankful that I was able to conquer another fear.  I am thankful that Heavenly Father prepared me for it before I was asked.  I am thankful that I am able to recognize HIS hand in my life. I am also thankful for my friends that are so loving and supportive.  Sweet Jodi came and got to see how her example helped me.  (she is used to speaking and I have been able to hear her a few times..she's good) Tonya made the time to be there too.  She helps her parents every week and told her mom she just couldn't stay as long because she wanted to come support me.  Tonya even invited a few of her girls and Amity was able to make it.  I know it's hard to arrange schedules with kids and it's not always possible which is why her other daughter wasn't able to make it. (it's okay)  Denise is also in this ward and invited Emily to join her.  It was so fun seeing Emily and her cute baby, Nora.  I forgot to get pictures with them darn it......so I added some. (hope you don't mind Emily)

Now is the time to prepare ourselves...it has always been the time.  We should live each day as if it is our last...who knows one of these days it will be.  We need to forgive others, repent, be kind, serve others, pray always, attend the Temple regularly, smile and be happy!  Life is to be Enjoyed and by doing those simple things it will be.

As a Thank You Diane gave me some Bright, Pretty Flowers.  Jodi brought me a cute Easter Treat!