1 week until I'm done with classes. That's it! Then 4 finals and I'm on my way back to the great state of M-D. My list in my previous post has been shortened quite a bit and here is the updated list that will be completed by next Wednesday.
1.Multi-modal project for Writing
2.Final Microbe Project
3.1 Sign Language Quiz (which I will be taking in 2 hours)
4. 1 Book of Mormon Quiz
It may seem like a lot, but holy smokes is that so much better than what I was facing a week ago. I finally feel like I'm in the home stretch. Now, General Conference. For those non-lds readers...General Conference happens twice a year and instead of going to church on Sunday the leaders of our church speak from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. If you can't attend the actually conference it is broadcasted on TV; hence my mothers title of "church on the sofa". There are 4, 2 hour sessions. 2 on Saturday and 2 on Sunday. Here are some ideas from my favorite talks:
Dieter F. Uchtdorf:
- Taking small steps on the path to righteousness.
- Turn down the volume of the worldly noise to hear the words you can only hear in your heart.
- Strive to be someone the Lord can rely on.
- Promptings may come as benefits to others--don't just think about yourself.
- Answers to prayers don't necessarily come while on your knees.
- By being the answer to someones prayer, we often answer our own.
- The Lord expects us to open our mouth when expressing our faith--we have a message of joy!
- Best way to preach the gospel is through example--preach at all times--use words if necessary.
David A. Bednar (my favorite :)
- Experience with light: 1. light switch--what is uncertain becomes clear instantly 2. rising sun--gradually light is increased.
- Spirit of Revelation--the Holy Ghost is a revelator.
- Some revelations come as like the experiences of light--drastically is less common, it's usually gradually "dews descend upon our souls"
- The very simple way the Holy Ghost whispers may cause us to look beyond the mark.
- Question your personal testimonies? Impressions are not massive or even frequent.
- Be obedient and have faith and you cannot go a miss.
- Overcast conditions--we have sufficient light to conduct a new day.
Oliver Cowdery--traveled to Harmony PA because he felt the need to help the prophet. He came at a very vital time!
- We might not see angels, but if we will do everything God will inspire our steps. "Then shall they confidence wax strong in the presence of God"
- Regardless of how you receive revelation--it will always guide and protect you and your family.
Thomas S. Monson--temples temples temples.
-We must be grateful for them and visit them often.
-Make as many sacrifices as necessary to be able to go.
-Fun Fact: 85% of members live within 200 miles of a temple!
-Until you have entered into the temple you have not received all the church has to offer.
-Each temple stands as a beacon to the world...Each is an expression of our testimonies.
This blog entry needs a picture and I'm going to give it one. Here is my friend Marty:
Yes, he is a lab/retriever/BASSET HOUND! Isn't he just the cutest, and he's from the Human Society which makes me want this puppy even more so I can give him the best life possible; however, I know my apartment won't like him as much as I do. :( It'll be OK, Marty!!
Here's to a great week ahead! I'm sure it will drag on, but I'm sure I'll look back and be amazed at how fast this year has gone by. Happy Wednesday (Hump) Day!
