"The righteous person’s birth into the world of spirits is a glorious privilege and blessing. The greatest spirits in the family of the Father have not usually been permitted to tarry longer in the flesh than to perform a certain mission; then they are called to the world of spirits where the field is greater and the workers fewer. This earthly mission may therefore be long or short as the Father wills."

Heber Q. Hale in the Spirit World, January 20, 1920
posted by Kristen

Life is not easy

Elder M. Russell Ballard compared our life’s journey to that of the pioneers.

Life isn’t always easy. At some point in our journey we may feel much as the pioneers did as they crossed Iowa—up to our knees in mud, forced to bury some of our dreams along the way. We all face rocky ridges, with the wind in our face and winter coming on too soon. Sometimes it seems as though there is no end to the dust that stings our eyes and clouds our vision. Sharp edges of despair and discouragement jut out of the terrain to slow our passage. Always, there is a Devil’s Gate, which will swing wide open to lure us in. Those who are wise and faithful will steer a course as far from such temptation as possible, while others—sometimes those who are nearest and dearest to us—succumb to the attraction of ease, comfort, convenience, and rest. Occasionally we reach the top of one summit in life, as the pioneers did, only to see more mountain peaks ahead, higher and more challenging than the one we have just traversed. Tapping unseen reservoirs of faith and endurance, we, as did our forebears, inch ever forward toward that day when our voices can join with those of all pioneers who have endured in faith, singing: “All is well! All is well!” (Hymns, no. 30). M. Russell Ballard, “You Have Nothing to Fear from the Journey,” Ensign,May 1997, 59

"Guilt-ridden grief is indeed a leech, and the Evil One would have us be consumed by it and lose heart, and eventually make shipwreck of our faith.

But Christ the Man of Sorrows is acquainted with our grief. He suffered loss and wept bitterly. He is the Lover of our souls, and is a Good Shepherd. He is the only wise God, and His ways can be hard for me to understand."


by Scott ( comment on a blog I happened onto)

Pebble

from Elder Scott (May 1988)

“When I take a small pebble and place it directly in front of my eye, it takes on the appearance of a mighty boulder. It is all I can see. It becomes all-consuming—like the problems of a loved one that affect our lives every waking moment. When the things you realistically can do to help are done, leave the matter in the hands of the Lord and worry no more. Do not feel guilty because you cannot do more. Do not waste your energy on useless worry. The Lord will take the pebble that fills your vision and cast it down among the challenges you will face in your eternal progress. It will then be seen in perspective. In time, you will feel impressions and know how to give further help. You will find more peace and happiness, will not neglect others that need you, and will be able to give greater help because of that eternal perspective.”

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"Be kind. Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle."
— Marjorie Pay Hinckley

Happiness

Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.
-Albus Dumbledore

Hanging in there

I am hanging in there but my arms are getting very very tired!!!!!!

Things Work Out

"It isn't as bad as you sometimes think it is. It all works out. Don't worry. I say that to myself every morning. It will all work out. If you do your best, it will all work out. Put your trust in God, and move forward with faith and confidence in the future. The Lord will not forsake us. He will not forsake us. ... If we will put our trust in Him, if we will pray to Him, if we will live worthy of His blessings, He will hear our prayers" President Gordon B. Hinckley

As Elder Russel M. Nelson stated, "The only way to take the sorrow out of death is to take love out of life."

Someone sent this to me, I found it enlightening

Thought for Today

During the days of dealing with terrible situations, every problem loomed so large that I was overwhelmed by it. It was the most important thing in the world. It was the final calamity. Hysteria was in charge. I must have known there was a world outside all this—a sane, comfortable way of living. But this was way beyond me while I was wrestling with my daily shocks and despairs. Now, when I turn to my Father in Heaven I look at my problems with a better sense of proportion and balance. I see problems worse than mine which some handle with poise and courage. Thus my difficulties are scaled down to normal sizes; I know I can do something about them because I will take care of myself.

Today’s Reminder

I am not alone. I have learned to comfort and encourage others, and that gives me a fresh approach to my own difficulties. I can help others, and they can help me.

“Woe to him that is alone when he falleth, for he hath not another to help him up.” (Ecclesiastes)

(One day at a time)

We have each other but more importantly, we have our Father in Heaven who is always there to pick us up, especially when we ASK Him to.