Great Lessons

This past weekend I have had some really great experiences, both fun and spiritual. First of all, it was Halloween on Friday, and then on Saturday, Scott, Heidi, and I went shopping at the mall. We also went to Target and Scott and I registered there and got to carry around the laser gun thing. That was all fun, but I learned some very important lessons this weekend as well.

On Saturday morning, we had Enrichment and were given a wonderful lesson. Its main idea or theme, in one word, was "Look." We need to see the heavy hearts of others, notice their loneliness and despair, and feel their silent prayers. If our eyes and hearts are open, we will be able to help so many people. The other lesson I had was in my marriage prep class on Sunday. It was about forgiveness. I now realize that to be a peacekeeper, I must be slow to take offence, quick to forgive, and be able to say "I'm sorry." I had heard all this before, but the Spirit was so strong during the lesson that I was changed and I now have a greater resolve. The third great lesson I had was in Relief Society. It spoke of doing three things: (1) strengthen your faith, (2) strengthen families, and (3) serve the Lord and His children. The Spirit was very strong during this lesson as well, and not only were the lessons of this weekend an answer to my prayers, but I have been so filled! It's nice to know that the Lord hears our prayers and is watching out for us. He knows exactly what we need to hear, and will always tell us if we only ask and listen.

Halloween

Halloween this year was really fun with all of my awesome roomies and Scott. We spent a whole ton of time getting ready, then we went to a dance party, after which we watched Secret Window. It was a really good movie and not too scary either. Here is a picture of me and my roomies. From left to right we have Minnie Mouse, Esmerelda, a white girl in a kimono, Aurora, and Megara.

Here are Heidi and me, trying to be in character.

Scott and I both dressed up Japanese. I really liked how well we matched! First you bow...

Then you fight!