My Day

"These are days never to be forgotten." - Elaine S. Dalton

Yesterday, I had the privilege of going to Utah with a group of young women from my ward. The first thing we did when we arrived was to go shopping at the brand new City Creek Mall in Salt Lake. Wow. This place was huge! I have never been in a mall so expansive, nor been in a place so filled with people. Seriously, yesterday put a filled football stadium to shame. (I didn't take this picture. If I had, it would show all those people!) I had so much fun talking, looking for and trying on clothes, and sight-seeing with my friends. Not to mention, the weather was perfect.
 

This is the Salt Lake Temple. What a beautiful work of architecture. To me, this temple is a castle, both in appearance and in purpose. It represents the most wonderful and beautiful parts of the Gospel, and it protects these things within its strong walls. This picture shows the temple almost exactly as I saw it yesterday while walking out of the Conference Center. Though I haven't decided yet, this temple is certainly on my list of potential temples to be married in. 

These are the lovely young ladies who sang at the General Young Women's Conference I mentioned earlier. I got to see and hear them in person! All their songs were beautiful, but "I Feel My Savior's Love" moved me most. Music is a powerful medium for truth and expression. Never underestimate it. 

Here's the Young Women's General Presidency. They are so loving, strong, and encouraging. Each of their talks provided some insight into my life, helping me find strength and ways of improvement. I think I enjoyed  the talks of Sister Elaine S. Dalton and Sister Mary N. Cook most. Because of these amazing women, I cannot wait to take on each new day, eagerly absorbing my education, enjoying what life has offered me, and building my future. 

When you look at this picture, it's hard not to smile, isn't it? This is President Thomas S. Monson, the prophet of the Church. He spoke yesterday as well, and I could feel the love and truth in the words he spoke. How fortunate we are to have a living prophet of God in our midst! This great man is the mouthpiece of God, and it was wonderful to hear him last night. His talk consisted of fitting counsel and guidance about where we're headed in our lives, and what we can to to become that righteous person we've always wanted to be. When he said that last part, my listening intensified. President Monson continued to show how each of us can spend "a lifetime close to the Lord", by seeking heavenly guidance one day at a time. For by doing this, we cannot become lost or dissuaded. Instead, our testimonies, confidence, and Christ-like attributes will grow. The future will not be something to fear, but something to look forward to. I love President Monson. I know he is our prophet today, and I cannot wait to hear him speak for General Conference this weekend. 

I probably saw many of these girls yesterday during my various activities. The cool thing, though, is that the majority of young women in Salt Lake City yesterday came for this conference. They came to hear the servants of the Lord, and to be knit closer to one another through righteous activity. A day like yesterday can never be forgotten. That day made us stronger, happier, and more ready to take on the world. I loved this little trip to Utah.