Tuesday, May 17, 2011
SNEAK PEAK CHEER PICTURES
Here is a sneak peak of Faith and Bryleigh's cheer pictures. I am so excited to get these back! We can't wait for the recital ...
Saturday, May 14, 2011
ACCIDENT AND TENDER MERCIES
My mom has been training for a Century Bike Race - 100 miles - and was doing a pre-race race ...
On Saturday, right before we went to see Wicked, I missed a bunch of calls on my phone. I knew that it could not be good, since all my family knew that I was in Boise for the weekend.
Saturday morning, while Tracy brought Dawson to his soccer game (he made his first goal ever) she received a call from my Dad that my Mom was in a bicycle accident during her race over in Rupert/Burley area. It was bad. What made it worse was that we were not there.
The story of what happened:
It was windy that day. When it is windy, bike riders 'draft' where they go in a single line and take turns at the front. This is an example of streaming.
That was what they were doing this morning. One of the riders put on the brakes. The next rider braked. My Mom didn't have the time to brake. 15 miles an hour --- tire to tire --- you get the idea. She went down hard right on her knee. The riders around her got help. She went to Minidoka Hospital in Rupert.
Could you imagine something worse than being in a rural hospital? That sounds scary. A few x-rays later, they found out her knee was shattered ... and a broken thumb.
4 1/2 hour surgery later, she was a proud new owner of a 16 inch incision, 2 plates, 14 screws, and a bone graft in her left knee. She also had to have 2 pins/screws in her thumb. The surgery was just the beginning. She is non-weight bearing for 3 months (a walker) and in crutches for 3 months after that.
The tender mercies of the Lord:
I have been touched on how many tender mercies that we are constantly given. This accident was no exception.
First, the people that surrounded her were her friend Lisa, who is an RN, a very tall big man, who is an RN, and an EMT. Because of their knowledge, they did everything right.
Second, one of my Dad's friends and fellow riders showed up late. He had managed to make it to their group and needed to rest before going on. The second the accident happened, he called my dad. My Dad didn't answer, so he was able to bike like I'm sure he never had before and reach my Dad to tell him that my Mom was in an accident. Otherwise, it may have been hours longer before he found her.
Third, when my Mom met the surgeon, she felt peace overwhelm her. After the surgery, she found out that the surgeon's specialty is trauma orthopedic surgery. He has great experience and was on rotation from Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley.
Fourth, the anesthesiologist was on rotation from Pocatello and is a long time friend of my Mom and was able to help my Dad give her a blessing.
I do not believe that any of this was a coincidence. My Mom had the best care possible. All of the staff were LDS and that was a comfort to her. There were so many that stopped to see my parents and see how they were doing who did not even know them. They gave the family of their friends in Pocatello. Sometimes the Lord has something that he wants us to learn.
My Mom continues to amaze me. She is getting around slowly, but surely and doing more and more each day. As an independent person, and is asking for help and letting others help and serve her. We have both been following this blog and it gives us courage to do hard things. That is my Mom's new mantra: "I can do hard things."
On Saturday, right before we went to see Wicked, I missed a bunch of calls on my phone. I knew that it could not be good, since all my family knew that I was in Boise for the weekend.
Saturday morning, while Tracy brought Dawson to his soccer game (he made his first goal ever) she received a call from my Dad that my Mom was in a bicycle accident during her race over in Rupert/Burley area. It was bad. What made it worse was that we were not there.
My dad and mom on their bike!
The story of what happened:It was windy that day. When it is windy, bike riders 'draft' where they go in a single line and take turns at the front. This is an example of streaming.
That was what they were doing this morning. One of the riders put on the brakes. The next rider braked. My Mom didn't have the time to brake. 15 miles an hour --- tire to tire --- you get the idea. She went down hard right on her knee. The riders around her got help. She went to Minidoka Hospital in Rupert.
Could you imagine something worse than being in a rural hospital? That sounds scary. A few x-rays later, they found out her knee was shattered ... and a broken thumb.
4 1/2 hour surgery later, she was a proud new owner of a 16 inch incision, 2 plates, 14 screws, and a bone graft in her left knee. She also had to have 2 pins/screws in her thumb. The surgery was just the beginning. She is non-weight bearing for 3 months (a walker) and in crutches for 3 months after that.
The tender mercies of the Lord:
I have been touched on how many tender mercies that we are constantly given. This accident was no exception.
First, the people that surrounded her were her friend Lisa, who is an RN, a very tall big man, who is an RN, and an EMT. Because of their knowledge, they did everything right.
Second, one of my Dad's friends and fellow riders showed up late. He had managed to make it to their group and needed to rest before going on. The second the accident happened, he called my dad. My Dad didn't answer, so he was able to bike like I'm sure he never had before and reach my Dad to tell him that my Mom was in an accident. Otherwise, it may have been hours longer before he found her.
Third, when my Mom met the surgeon, she felt peace overwhelm her. After the surgery, she found out that the surgeon's specialty is trauma orthopedic surgery. He has great experience and was on rotation from Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley.
Fourth, the anesthesiologist was on rotation from Pocatello and is a long time friend of my Mom and was able to help my Dad give her a blessing.
I do not believe that any of this was a coincidence. My Mom had the best care possible. All of the staff were LDS and that was a comfort to her. There were so many that stopped to see my parents and see how they were doing who did not even know them. They gave the family of their friends in Pocatello. Sometimes the Lord has something that he wants us to learn.
My Mom continues to amaze me. She is getting around slowly, but surely and doing more and more each day. As an independent person, and is asking for help and letting others help and serve her. We have both been following this blog and it gives us courage to do hard things. That is my Mom's new mantra: "I can do hard things."
WICKED!!! in BOISE
Woot! I first have to give a shout out to Mary Kae who gave us the opportunity to buy group tickets with her. We have been looking forward to this since October! Our seats were incredible and we were so happy to just be there.
We arrived at the Morrison Center at BSU.
Here we are:
My cousin Brady and my favorite aunt Sondra:
The stage looked like this. The dragon was super cool. It moved, had red eyes, and I believe had smoke coming out of it.
The story of Wicked is amazing, though I would not recommend that you read the book. I tried, but it was TOO bad. It's the only book that I haven't finished reading.
Here are a few of my favorite highlights!
No one mourns the Wicked:
Starting at the beginning, but also the end of the story. Very neat with Glinda coming down in a 'bubble.' (There were quite a few jokes throughout the play.)
Two roommates and unlikely friends. Glinda decided to make Elphie 'Popular'.
Wouldn't we all like to 'Defy Gravity'?
Going to Emerald City:
Do you have to leave me friend?
Quite a touching and surprise ending. I will keep the secret. But, if you have the opportunity, please ... go see WICKED!!! Will I go again ... ummm, YES!
We arrived at the Morrison Center at BSU.
Here we are:
My cousin Brady and my favorite aunt Sondra:
The stage looked like this. The dragon was super cool. It moved, had red eyes, and I believe had smoke coming out of it.
The story of Wicked is amazing, though I would not recommend that you read the book. I tried, but it was TOO bad. It's the only book that I haven't finished reading.
Here are a few of my favorite highlights!
No one mourns the Wicked:
Starting at the beginning, but also the end of the story. Very neat with Glinda coming down in a 'bubble.' (There were quite a few jokes throughout the play.)Two roommates and unlikely friends. Glinda decided to make Elphie 'Popular'.
Wouldn't we all like to 'Defy Gravity'?
Going to Emerald City:
Do you have to leave me friend?
Quite a touching and surprise ending. I will keep the secret. But, if you have the opportunity, please ... go see WICKED!!! Will I go again ... ummm, YES!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
JOIN HANDS IN SERVICE
This year was a wonderful JOIN HANDS DAY for our youth service club. They were able to put together packages for older patients of Portneuf Medical Center. Then, each child made a card that let them know that they car. The packages are busy bags and hopefully they will bring joy to each who receives them.
Kate is coloring a rainbow card next to her friend Myah.
Picture of 4 clubs that 'joined' together for JOIN HANDS DAY!!!
(Faith is about 1/2 way up in the middle, Dawson and Kate are on the front row.)
(Faith is about 1/2 way up in the middle, Dawson and Kate are on the front row.)
Saturday, May 7, 2011
WET #246, #247
Today was the annual Law Day Race. You can walk or run the 5K or 10K. Brandon and I were lucky enough to run the 10K this morning! This was a good training run for what is coming up. The weather was lower 50s with light rain. Although I would probably prefer to be dry, it is definitely better than running in 80-90 degree weather!!!
Brandon completed his run in 85 minutes. This is his first race ever! I am so proud of him!
I completed my run in 69 minutes. My first 10K was in March, where I finished in 74 minutes. Feeling pretty good about getting faster and stronger! We both finished wet, but happy that we accomplished a mid-way goal!
One of my training buddies, Megan and I ran up until mile marker 9 together. I slowed her up a bit. At mile marker 9, she pushed herself hard and finished about a minute before I did! Woot, woot Megan! She even resisted the doughnuts at the end of the race!
Our countdown to Wasatch Back Ragnar Relay is now 40 days. Crazy to think that it is so close. The relay starts in Logan Utah and goes through the canyons to Park City Utah. It is 188 miles and is completed by 12 runners that each run 3 legs.
At 9:30 last night, I ran 3.6 miles (My first run for Ragnar is 3.7 miles). Then today I ran 6.2 miles (my second run for Ragnar is 6.5 miles). Today, I will walk my last mileage, which is 4.7 miles. It should definitely be interesting. The mileage part I think is fine, I am just worried about the inclines (which in one mountain I figured out to be 17% incline --- ridiculous!)
Brandon completed his run in 85 minutes. This is his first race ever! I am so proud of him!
I completed my run in 69 minutes. My first 10K was in March, where I finished in 74 minutes. Feeling pretty good about getting faster and stronger! We both finished wet, but happy that we accomplished a mid-way goal!
Here I am making my big finish!!!
One of my training buddies, Megan and I ran up until mile marker 9 together. I slowed her up a bit. At mile marker 9, she pushed herself hard and finished about a minute before I did! Woot, woot Megan! She even resisted the doughnuts at the end of the race!
Our countdown to Wasatch Back Ragnar Relay is now 40 days. Crazy to think that it is so close. The relay starts in Logan Utah and goes through the canyons to Park City Utah. It is 188 miles and is completed by 12 runners that each run 3 legs.
At 9:30 last night, I ran 3.6 miles (My first run for Ragnar is 3.7 miles). Then today I ran 6.2 miles (my second run for Ragnar is 6.5 miles). Today, I will walk my last mileage, which is 4.7 miles. It should definitely be interesting. The mileage part I think is fine, I am just worried about the inclines (which in one mountain I figured out to be 17% incline --- ridiculous!)
Friday, May 6, 2011
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES & MOTHER'S DAY
While reading one of my favorite hair blogs, she talked about chocolate chip cookies and motherhood. So, I have decided that this Mother's Day, I am giving chocolate chip cookies to the ladies that I visit teach along with this saying.
To read her entire post, go here. I hope that you have a Happy Mother's Day!!!
To read her entire post, go here. I hope that you have a Happy Mother's Day!!!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
GRANDMA JENSEN JENSEN
BarDee Jensen Jensen, my grandma.
I always remember going to visit them at their home in Preston, Idaho in the summertime to help with harvesting corn. They grew the best corn ever (Delmonte) and I always looked forward to cousin and eating corn-on-the-cob.
Every year for Christmas, we would receive brand new money in an envelope.
My grandma passed away April 29, 2011. The funeral was May 3, 2011.
Here is her obituary:
BarDee J. Jensen
PRESTON - BarDee Jensen Jensen, 86, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2011 at Heritage Home in Preston, Idaho. She was born on June 56, 1924 in Glendale, Idaho to Oleen Alder Jensen and Ellen Clayton Porter. She married Keith Eugene Jensen on June 25, 1942 in the Logan LDS Temple.
She enjoyed working with her husband at the Premium Oil Co until he retired in 1998. She loved to visit the people at the service station. It was always full of friends. She also worked at Mereda's Vogue and Petersen's Drapery. Together Mom and Dad planted, harvested, and sold sweet corn. BarDee loved to work with her hands and crocheted afghans, doilies, and quilts, and always shared her raspberries with others. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served as Relief Society President, in the Young Women's and the Sunday School. One of her favorite callings was being a primary teacher. Mom loved her family and was proud of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
BarDee is survived by her children, Gail (John) Barr, James (Bonnie) Jensen, both of Preston, ID; Charmaine (Jerry) Harwood, of Paris, ID; Kelly (Cindy) Jensen, of Pocatello, ID; Phillip (Michelle) Jensen of Logan, UT; 21 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren, and seven great-great granchildren, one brother, Glen Jensen of Brigham City, UT; five sisters Evelyn Brady of St George, UT; Lucille Hall, of Salt Lake City, UT; Colleen Hyer, Lewiston, UT; Helen Lombardi, St George, UT; Sharon Buttars, of Franklin, ID. She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers David and Cecil Jensen, and a grandson Tyler Hemsley.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 12 noon in the Preston 1st Ward LDS chapel, 213 South 200 East in Preston, with Bishop Brent Dodge conducting. A viewing will be held Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home's new location, 1005 South 800 East, in Preston and Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church.
Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the Heritage Home and the staff there, as well as Access Hospice and Thelma Roley and Jeneil Blanch for the care they gave to BarDee.
Because it's hard to read, I am going to re-type it all for when I print out my blog.
On the back of the program is the Posterity of Keith and BarDee Jensen.
5 Children
21 Grandchildren
49 Great Grandchildren
7 Great Great Grandchildren
Gail (John) Barr
ShaMe'
Camie
Kellie (Michael) Oxx
Tristan
Jordan
Alijah
Chelsea (Justin) Kofoed
Ashton
Jacob
Zachary
Lance (Laurie) Hemsley
Channing (Britney)
Hudson
Brystol
Brett (Ronnie) Ward
Riley
Sawyer
Laken
Tyler (Debbie) Hemsley
Chase
Coltin
Shy
Chance
James (Bonnie) Jensen
Johnathan (Lynette) Jensen
Conner
Alexandra
Nathan
Brittyn
Chad (Colleen) Jensen
Saxton
Tayson
Kaislyn
Jamie (Casey) Talbot
Ethan
Kyla
Halle
Caleb
Heather (Jared) Johnstun
Taegen
Jade
Charmaine (Jerry) Harwood
Tara (Flint) Parker
Chance
McKaylee
Marlan
Jordan
Debra (Austin) Harwood
Skyler
Trenica
Michael (Mic)
Kelly (Cindy) Jensen
Zoey Michelle (Brandon) Jolley
Faith
Dawson
Kate
Tracy (Brian) Atkinson
Christian
Conner
Jordan
Robyn (Jason) Royce
Hallee
Jadyn
Colt
Bristol
Laura (Jason) Peterson
Phillip (Michelle) Jensen
Jeremy (Erin) Jensen
Zachary
Jeff
Robert (Mindy) Jensen
Jazlyn
Jately
Braxton
Echo
Brian
Jace (Whitney) Jensen
Lucinda
Matthew
Carson
Annjolina
The funeral was very nice and I enjoyed laughing and thinking about her.
Charmaine mentioned things about her childhood. One story was of her and her sisters walking to the outhouse. Every time, the rooster would come and pace back and forth and back and forth between the outhouse. They would have to run as fast as they could all the way back to the house.
Gail talked about all those who cared for her and about the funny things Grandma did while at the Heritage Home. One story was of her constantly leaving her room and crawling as fast as she could. It always took the staff awhile before they could find her.
Jim talked about the care that she received and how much his mother was loved by so many. He also talked about a story and parable of a ship that was set to sail. Slowly, ever so slowly, the ship begins to fade out of our view and past the horizon. And on the other side of the horizon, the ship is seen.
My Dad talked about the plan of salvation. He talked about riding his bike and how life has uphills, some potholes, and wind along the way ... but that only makes us stronger. Very touching talk.
The Bishop was the concluding speaker, and perhaps my favorite. He talked about how his unique calling is to help prepare his members for their 'final exam.' Today is Grandma's graduation ceremony and how sweet that is. She is cheering and jumping for joy. Because of his talk, I will always try to remind myself that funerals are a graduation ceremony of this life and there is so much more to come in the next life.
The gospel and the plan of salvation are such a blessing in my life and something that I am ever grateful for. I have a testimony that Grandma is now with my Grandpa and that they are happy and living in heaven. Happy graduation Grandma! Can't wait to see you again!
I always remember going to visit them at their home in Preston, Idaho in the summertime to help with harvesting corn. They grew the best corn ever (Delmonte) and I always looked forward to cousin and eating corn-on-the-cob.
Every year for Christmas, we would receive brand new money in an envelope.
My grandma passed away April 29, 2011. The funeral was May 3, 2011.
Here is her obituary:
BarDee J. Jensen
PRESTON - BarDee Jensen Jensen, 86, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2011 at Heritage Home in Preston, Idaho. She was born on June 56, 1924 in Glendale, Idaho to Oleen Alder Jensen and Ellen Clayton Porter. She married Keith Eugene Jensen on June 25, 1942 in the Logan LDS Temple.
She enjoyed working with her husband at the Premium Oil Co until he retired in 1998. She loved to visit the people at the service station. It was always full of friends. She also worked at Mereda's Vogue and Petersen's Drapery. Together Mom and Dad planted, harvested, and sold sweet corn. BarDee loved to work with her hands and crocheted afghans, doilies, and quilts, and always shared her raspberries with others. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served as Relief Society President, in the Young Women's and the Sunday School. One of her favorite callings was being a primary teacher. Mom loved her family and was proud of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
BarDee is survived by her children, Gail (John) Barr, James (Bonnie) Jensen, both of Preston, ID; Charmaine (Jerry) Harwood, of Paris, ID; Kelly (Cindy) Jensen, of Pocatello, ID; Phillip (Michelle) Jensen of Logan, UT; 21 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren, and seven great-great granchildren, one brother, Glen Jensen of Brigham City, UT; five sisters Evelyn Brady of St George, UT; Lucille Hall, of Salt Lake City, UT; Colleen Hyer, Lewiston, UT; Helen Lombardi, St George, UT; Sharon Buttars, of Franklin, ID. She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers David and Cecil Jensen, and a grandson Tyler Hemsley.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 12 noon in the Preston 1st Ward LDS chapel, 213 South 200 East in Preston, with Bishop Brent Dodge conducting. A viewing will be held Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home's new location, 1005 South 800 East, in Preston and Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the church.
Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the Heritage Home and the staff there, as well as Access Hospice and Thelma Roley and Jeneil Blanch for the care they gave to BarDee.
Because it's hard to read, I am going to re-type it all for when I print out my blog.In Loving Memory of
BarDee Jensen Jensen
Born: June 5, 1924
Glendale, Idaho
Passed Away: April 29, 2011
Preston, Idaho
PRESTON FIRST WARD CHAPEL
Tuesday, May 3, 2011 - 12:00 noon
President Lynn Bingham, Legacy 2nd Brand, conducting
PALL BEARERS
Lance Hemsley
Johnathan Jensen
Chad Jensen
Jeremy Jensen
Jeff Jensen
Robert Jensen
HONORARY PALL BEARERS
Brian Jensen
Matthew Jensen
Jase Jensen
Compassionate Service by the Preston First Ward Relief Society.
SERVICE
Family Prayer .................. Phillip Jensen, son
Prelude & Postlude ......... Bonnie Slaughter, friend
Musical Number ............. Cindy Jensen, daughter-in-law
"Heirloom"
Zoey Michelle Jolly, granddaughter, accompanist
Invocation ....................... Tara Parker, granddaughter
Life Sketch ...................... Charmaine Harwood & Gail Barr, daughters
Speaker ........................... James Jensen, son
Musical Number ............ Johnathan Jensen, grandson
"Remember Me"
Jamie Talbot, granddaughter, accompanist
Speaker ........................... Kelly Jensen, son
Remarks ......................... President Lynn Bingham, Branch President
Musical Number ........... Channing & Laken Hemsley, great grandchildren
"O My Father"
Brett Ward, great graddaughter, accompanist
Benediction ................... Heather Johnstun, granddaughter
******************************
Dedication of Grave ..... John Barr, son-in-law
BarDee Jensen Jensen
Born: June 5, 1924
Glendale, Idaho
Passed Away: April 29, 2011
Preston, Idaho
PRESTON FIRST WARD CHAPEL
Tuesday, May 3, 2011 - 12:00 noon
President Lynn Bingham, Legacy 2nd Brand, conducting
PALL BEARERS
Lance Hemsley
Johnathan Jensen
Chad Jensen
Jeremy Jensen
Jeff Jensen
Robert Jensen
HONORARY PALL BEARERS
Brian Jensen
Matthew Jensen
Jase Jensen
Compassionate Service by the Preston First Ward Relief Society.
SERVICE
Family Prayer .................. Phillip Jensen, son
Prelude & Postlude ......... Bonnie Slaughter, friend
Musical Number ............. Cindy Jensen, daughter-in-law
"Heirloom"
Zoey Michelle Jolly, granddaughter, accompanist
Invocation ....................... Tara Parker, granddaughter
Life Sketch ...................... Charmaine Harwood & Gail Barr, daughters
Speaker ........................... James Jensen, son
Musical Number ............ Johnathan Jensen, grandson
"Remember Me"
Jamie Talbot, granddaughter, accompanist
Speaker ........................... Kelly Jensen, son
Remarks ......................... President Lynn Bingham, Branch President
Musical Number ........... Channing & Laken Hemsley, great grandchildren
"O My Father"
Brett Ward, great graddaughter, accompanist
Benediction ................... Heather Johnstun, granddaughter
******************************
Dedication of Grave ..... John Barr, son-in-law
On the back of the program is the Posterity of Keith and BarDee Jensen.
5 Children
21 Grandchildren
49 Great Grandchildren
7 Great Great Grandchildren
Gail (John) Barr
ShaMe'
Camie
Kellie (Michael) Oxx
Tristan
Jordan
Alijah
Chelsea (Justin) Kofoed
Ashton
Jacob
Zachary
Lance (Laurie) Hemsley
Channing (Britney)
Hudson
Brystol
Brett (Ronnie) Ward
Riley
Sawyer
Laken
Tyler (Debbie) Hemsley
Chase
Coltin
Shy
Chance
James (Bonnie) Jensen
Johnathan (Lynette) Jensen
Conner
Alexandra
Nathan
Brittyn
Chad (Colleen) Jensen
Saxton
Tayson
Kaislyn
Jamie (Casey) Talbot
Ethan
Kyla
Halle
Caleb
Heather (Jared) Johnstun
Taegen
Jade
Charmaine (Jerry) Harwood
Tara (Flint) Parker
Chance
McKaylee
Marlan
Jordan
Debra (Austin) Harwood
Skyler
Trenica
Michael (Mic)
Kelly (Cindy) Jensen
Zoey Michelle (Brandon) Jolley
Faith
Dawson
Kate
Tracy (Brian) Atkinson
Christian
Conner
Jordan
Robyn (Jason) Royce
Hallee
Jadyn
Colt
Bristol
Laura (Jason) Peterson
Phillip (Michelle) Jensen
Jeremy (Erin) Jensen
Zachary
Jeff
Robert (Mindy) Jensen
Jazlyn
Jately
Braxton
Echo
Brian
Jace (Whitney) Jensen
Lucinda
Matthew
Carson
Annjolina
The funeral was very nice and I enjoyed laughing and thinking about her.
Charmaine mentioned things about her childhood. One story was of her and her sisters walking to the outhouse. Every time, the rooster would come and pace back and forth and back and forth between the outhouse. They would have to run as fast as they could all the way back to the house.
Gail talked about all those who cared for her and about the funny things Grandma did while at the Heritage Home. One story was of her constantly leaving her room and crawling as fast as she could. It always took the staff awhile before they could find her.
Jim talked about the care that she received and how much his mother was loved by so many. He also talked about a story and parable of a ship that was set to sail. Slowly, ever so slowly, the ship begins to fade out of our view and past the horizon. And on the other side of the horizon, the ship is seen.
My Dad talked about the plan of salvation. He talked about riding his bike and how life has uphills, some potholes, and wind along the way ... but that only makes us stronger. Very touching talk.
The Bishop was the concluding speaker, and perhaps my favorite. He talked about how his unique calling is to help prepare his members for their 'final exam.' Today is Grandma's graduation ceremony and how sweet that is. She is cheering and jumping for joy. Because of his talk, I will always try to remind myself that funerals are a graduation ceremony of this life and there is so much more to come in the next life.
The gospel and the plan of salvation are such a blessing in my life and something that I am ever grateful for. I have a testimony that Grandma is now with my Grandpa and that they are happy and living in heaven. Happy graduation Grandma! Can't wait to see you again!
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