Today I had to teach again in Relief Society (women class at church). Lesson today was on temple work and family history. I am so not the expert on this topic, just like most others, but I have never done family history. I always feel life is busy enough right now with out trying to add more to it. I know it is my excuse. And Since I do not do the family history part I obviously do not do the temple work as well. I realize now that James and I have not been to the temple as often as we should over our entire marriage. We have either lived many hours away, or had little babies, and even older kids now but they still need a babysitter, and just busy schedules. James is deployed a ton and I can name a list of other reasons. Some may be valid but I just see all of our excuses. it is not like we are trying to make excuses it just happens. I know now I want to make it such a more high priority. James and I hardly ever go do anything by ourselves and I just think this could be our perfect start. it is how we started our marriage and I want to make sure we continue to always work on the things that matter most to us.
As I think about this day and all those who lost a loved on 10 years ago, I wonder how many of those people have had their temple work done. Are they now going to have the chance to be with their families for all eternity after this mortal life. I know that through our religion we may take for gran it the thought we have an eternal family and we have the opportunity to be with our families for all eternity. Others who do not know our beliefs, just think this is the end of their life and they will never see that loved one again. It is such a sad thought. I could not imagine having to say good bye to someone and then think "this is forever, I will never see that person again." I am eternally grateful for the sacrifice Jesus Christ made for all of us and for the chance to spend eternity with my family.
I feel like I am getting more comfortable about teaching the lessons now. However today the stake Relief Society President was there to listen. Oh the nerves I had. I did not cry today which was my goal. I have cried through every lesson and I really do not even know why. But I was thrilled with the was the lesson went today and I excited that it is becoming less painful every week. That is not suppose to sound bad but more of a relief for myself.
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I am so glad that you are getting so much from the lessons and that you are getting this opportunity to teach. i think you are probably a great teacher and I am sure the women you teach are really happy you are there to guide them. as for genealogy, i think there is definitely a season in life for that. raising little ones is probably not the most convenient time (I too haven't been able to do much in that area). you are doing well and i hope you and james get to the temple soon - I think you both would have a powerful experience.
Great blog post. I'm glad that you are feeling a little more comfortable in your calling and that it is inspiring you. <3 We were talking about date nights (and how we never do them). I saw somewhere that a friend mentioned "... it was a great exercise date." I wondered if they have a theme each week. So I thought out a few ideas... EXERCISE (mini golf? stroll on the beach? running? bikes? bowling?), SERVICE (temple? pick up trash? hmmm, family history?) FANCY (theatre? art museum? dress up for dinner?) HOME (dvd in the car after the kids are asleep?
Anyway, I guess I'm rambling, but I thought I'd share some of my ideas for time together. he he he
My darling oldest daughter; what a guide you are for the sisters in your ward and what a leader you are for your family. Time is yours and what you choose to do with your time is your families decision. You do have small children and you need to protect them, guide them and most of all LOVE them. There will be time to get in all that you want to accomplish with yourself and with James and with your family. You have already begun working on the family history. You have your dad there in Chicago and he loves to do family history. He is good at it and I was pleased to see how well he did do with the family history on his side of the family. You go forth my young lady and do what the Lord wants you to do.
We love you and James and those sweet young children of yours.
XOXOXOXOX
Mom
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