DAY 70 -- Conference

It was a joy to sit and sustain the leaders of our church.  I feel it an honor to be able to raise my arm to the square to sustain the 15 prophets and apostles of our day.  When I do that, I realize again that there were many ages that did not enjoy the leaders on earth of Christ's church.  What a sad day that would be, without Priesthood nor leaders on the earth to lead us, comfort us, give us direction, and share the will of Father for His children.

I loved the music of the day.  Even in Priesthood meeting, we sung Ye Elders of Israel, and the closing song was Praise to the Man.  The hymns in the other two sessions were wonderful hymns that we all knew.  That is so great. Last week in Sacrament, we sang a song that no one had ever sung.  It was a joke.  I looked at the words, tried to sing it, and it was a total failure.   Many in the audience felt the same way.  I can't understand why so many feel that we need to sing songs of Zions that no one has ever sung.  I mean why not sing those songs that everyone knows and appreciates.  Why not sing a song that we can sign with feeling, understanding the meaning of what we sing, rather than be struggling to just try to sing the words to something we have never heard.

It was a wonderful conference listening to many leaders.  When Elder Uchdorph, or however you spell his name, was reading the names, it is sure apparent that we are a international church, and not just an American church.  It was interesting to hear him try to read some of those names.  I am sure they come from all over the world.

I love the fact that the whole first presidency speaks in Priesthood session, so we were privileged to hear from all three of them, and also Elder Bednar and a few others.  Tomorrow we get to hear (today, for I am writing this Saturday night) the rest of the twelve, six more. 

I love to hear those brethren share feelings testimonies, experiences, and encouragement.  President Monson was fun and inspiring in Priesthood.  I wonder if we get any new temples tomorrow, or not?  I can't help but wonder where we will be in six months.  Will we be hearing, watching, or missing the sessions of conference?  Will we be doing it in the middle of the night? It will be fun, no matter when.

Well enough for tonight.  Will write more tomorrow after the Sunday sessions.