General Conference Thoughts

General conference is a wonderful time for me. I love listening to the inspired words of the prophet and the apostles. They are truly called of God and I have no doubt about that. This conference weekend I particularly enjoyed the messages of hope and faith. In the world we live in today I think those were really needed. I think of Elder Perry's message about life's ups and downs and about the relationship between body and spirit. I loved his message about simplifying our lives. Too often we get caught up in the here and now, the desires vs needs that we forget the eternal perspective.
I would like to especially give a shout out to President Uchtdorf's message during the Relief Society Conference when he advised us to learn a new skill, to create and be compassionate. Those who know me, know that I have no musical talent to show off nor any other art related talent. When talent shows are put on, I have nothing to contribute with. I have often times felt as though I have no talents at all. But I know that is not true, though my talents are not those that can be exhibited at a talent show and I was grateful to hear that once again out of an apostle's mouth. I am so grateful for the gospel and for the joy and peace it brings to my life. I feel my Heavenly Father's love daily and I know that I am not alone. We are not alone. He is there and He loves us and wants us to be happy. Those were some of the thoughts I had during this General Conference.