When Elder Rasband gave his talk in October called “By Divine Design” it reminded me once again to look for those moments when God is truly guiding my life much better than I ever could have planned. Elder Rasband said, “He is in the small details of your life as well as the major milestones.” So many times I don't realize how much my Heavenly Father has been in the details of my life until I look back. That is more obvious in the bigger decisions in my life, but He is involved in the simple details also. One experience comes to mind where I can see so many details He was involved in. Graduation was nearing for Dave from Utah State University, and we were deciding where we needed to be. An offer came for an interview at Micron in Boise. That job made so much sense for our young family. His dad had passed the year before, so it made sense for us to be near to his mom and his younger brothers still living at home. My mom was going through chemo treatments for breast can
"Forever and Ever" by Greg Olsen I love this picture. One day, as I was shopping at a LDS bookstore, I happened on a lot of neat Jesus pictures. When I returned home, I started going through my treasures. When I came to this particular picture, it grabbed at my heart. So I framed it and positioned it my living room to be viewed at all times. It was comforting to gaze upon. Wondering about the child. Having the Lord's full attention. One day I wished I was that child. Knowing that I am a child, a child of God, I imagined myself sitting on His lap. It was so comfortable and loving. My life was not going too well, so I placed my head on His shoulder and started pouring out all my grief's and pains, leaving no stone unturned. He listened intently. When I was through, I could feel His arms around me. Letting me know everything would be okay. He was here for me. I gave Him a great big hug and kissed His cheek knowing everything would be fine. I fel