weekend get away.

To say this weekend was one of the best weekends of my life, would be an understatement. First, there is nothing more special than sister time. It has been awhile since Dayna and I have really been able to spend some quality time together, but this weekend was just the fix I needed. Second, I got to spend my weekend attending all four sessions of LDS conference at the conference center, and to say that made my life would not even come close to describing the spirit I felt there. My heart was truly happy. To be in the same room as the Prophet, Thomas S. Monson, and his apostles is a feeling that cannot be put into words. Those men are called of God. Their words were inspiring. Third, I also got to spend time with some pretty nifty young men. They made me laugh all weekend and I am thankful for their amazing example. Fourth, we went to a freaking haunted house and took a beautiful (but slightly steep) hike, if it even qualifies as a hike, up a hill to watch the sunset over the Bountiful temple. Now, you can understand why my heart aches to relive this weekend over and over again. To be surrounded by good, uplifting people who just know how to make me smile was just what I needed. My cheeks hurt from the constant smile that has not left my face since 3:30 pm on Friday afternoon. I know in all my post I mention how thankful I am for my life but it is sincere. Through living prophets and apostles on the Earth today I know I have a Heavenly Father who has a plan for me and has placed me here with people who I need or need me in this life. I know he has a plan for me and I am going to do everything in my power to live accordingly in order to obtain my full potential. I know if I build my foundation upon Christ I cannot fall. I am so thankful for the people in my life and for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. My heart is full (pretend that was not the cheesiest thing you have ever read, because it is true). I am excited to see where my life goes and to continue to fill it with people who can help make me a better person and disciple of Christ. Easily, October 4th, 5th, and 6th were ones for the books. Even though I had to squish in the middle seat, only won once in bananagram, and smelled awful from whatever the heck they spray on you in the nightmare on 13th, this weekend was perfect. Excuse me while I try to find the rewind button to my life.