This last weekend I was heading home for a wedding. As I was
driving through Layton I felt like I should stop by and say “Hello” to my sweet
Uncle Clark. It didn’t take much time,
but it made my whole day. There is
nothing like being told you are your Uncle’s favorite Niece! I left feeling refreshed and renewed. It was clear to me that that stop was just
what I needed to refresh for a busy weekend.
It was such a blessing that I stopped by because Sunday evening he
passed away. I am so thankful for the
tender mercy of getting to see him before he passed. Now here is the miracle of the entire
event. It is the miracle and blessing of
the Plan of Salvation. This post explains
why for this Uncle it is such a complete plan.
On a lighter note I have seen change. I have had the opportunity to interact with
so many wonderful people this summer and have learned so very much. Here is a little photo collage of my summer
adventures which include bike riding, rock climbing, Ragnar, bridge boarding, EFY, water skiing, ice blocking, hiking, and golfing. Clearly I am so blessed to have so many wonderful experiences with my family and friends.
A Lesson from the Olympics
I love the Olympics. It is so fun to see the world come together and
compete. Yesterday the world watched Michael Phelps lose by a very
little amount on the 200m Fly(click to view the video). This has
been one of his strongest events in the past. Naturally I related it
to my life. In training we have to give all we have, but that isn't
enough. We have to endure to the end. Just like the swimmer from South
Africa we have to do the extra half stroke and go until the very end.
But always remember life is meant to be full of happiness. President
Gordon B. Hinkley said, "Life is meant to be enjoyed, not just
endured."
Well folks thanks for reading my unorganized thoughts. I hope your summer is going well. It is about time for school to begin and the leaves to fall get yourself ready.
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