We Are Daughters of God

Golda and I had the opportunity last night not only to indulge in a delicious chocolate cupcake with pink sugar crystals on top, but to immerse ourselves in the counsel of the LDS Young Womens General Presidency as they gave their annual address to the young women and their mothers. Each of the four talks was inspirational and heartfelt. I especially enjoyed President Uchtdorf's talk because of his personal stories and sense of humor. I am so grateful that Golda has a leadership she trusts whom she can follow in times of trouble. President Uchtdorf told the girls that nobody is exempt from struggle in the journey from "Once Upon a Time" to "Happily Ever After." It is important for the young women to know that life is not meant to be as perfect as a pink-frosting-rose cupcake. You might bite into it and find that it's not what you thought. That is not because "life is so unfair." It is because adversity is part of Heavenly Father's plan for us. The important thing to remember is that we can handle it. The closing song in the meeting last night was "How Firm a Foundation." In all my years of hearing it and singing it, one line had never jumped out at me like it did last night. "As thy days may demand, as thy days may demand, as thy days may demand, so thy succor shall be." Some days demand more than others. More patience, more strength, more hours, more compassion, more inspiration. Whether you're in seventh grade or well past it, it is vital to understand that whatever you require can be provided to you through prayer by a Heavenly Father who loves you and who knows you.

It was fun to spend the night with Golda (and Lexie and Jennie!). Golda, I'm proud of you for your diligence in following the Gospel, and for being an example to your siblings. They are fortunate to have you to show them the way. Thanks for a fun night, and for choosing the best cupcake for me!