Well, after Chicago - I had 2 1/2 days to get ready for Women's conference at my old alma mater - Brigham Young University! I had been so looking forward to this. Two of my old room-mates had invited me up for some girl time and spiritual/emotional rejuvination. It was sooo fun to be with Lori and Tanya again (Amy next time you have to come too) - we caught up, ordered Jamba juice, enjoyed PF Changs and gleened wonderful insights from many individuals I have admired for years. I was able to attend the 2nd day of the conference with my mother-in-law, Chris. She is such a loving mother and friend and a wonderful example to me. I definitely came home feeling refreshed, inspired, and rejuvenated. Now if I can only apply some of these things into my everyday life.
From Sheri Dew:
- We don't really understand how the Lord uses us but he does use us. We are a sleeping giant and it's time for us to wake up and arise.
- It is impossible NOT to have an influence. We all have the potential to change the world.
- "It is not up to you to be lad by the world - but to lead the world" (quote from Joseph F. Smith)
From a panel of mothers:
- Make time each day to do something for yourself
- SLOW DOWN and refocus try to see your children the way the Lord sees them
- Choose to focus on joy, peace, love, and laughter in your home
- When we feast upon the scriptures, pray, and attend the temple our ability to LOVE increases
- Find JOY in the journey
- We should worry more about what the LORD thinks of you than what of others think
Class on Family Scripture Study - by Vicki Matsumori:
- Who is really educating your children - TV, computers, music, etc. - shouldn't it be you?
- The purpose of study is really to help our children feel thier Savior's love and come to him - it doesn't have to be long
- Read, draw, act out, and share experiences as you study together
Diane and Jon Bytheway:
- Faith and fear cannot coexist - doubts and fears will do us no good
- F.E.A.R. = False Expectations Appearing Real
- The Lord does not want us to fail
- It's hard to have a negative attitude about anything when your life is focused on the Prince of Peace
Teaching Children to Work:
- Work is a spiritual necessity even if it's not economically necessary
- Plant seeds of work early
- Establish a family routine or it won't stick
- Celebrate work - take pictures of your kids working and proudly display them in your home
- Work with your children and LAUGH more often!
4 comments:
I like the comments about work. I would never have thought to take pictures of my kids doing WORK, but I'm going to. Thanks for the great suggestion!
Something I leared recently: The Holy Spirit brings us together for a purpose at certain times in our lives. Although it is sometimes difficult to answer His call, we should be open to that purpose because when we allow ourselves to be a part of if, amazing things will follow. I have recently answered a call, and I have been feeling like I won the "spiritual lottery." I am fascinated by the changes it has brought to our family and the joy it has brought to my life.
Hi Mimi!
Just saw your blog from Tanyas and thought I would say hello! I had a great time at Women's Conference - hopefully we'll all be there again next year!
More great information. Thanks for this. It really uplifted me today! I love Women's Conference, maybe next year!
These are great- thanks for posting. One of the little things we miss out on here in the mission field.
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