CONFERENCE TRAIL MIX

Conference is definitely a favorite time of year for our family. We enjoy hearing from our prophet and apostles of the Lord. I hope that this is something that my kids grow up loving. Last conference, I decided to put together kits for the ladies that I visit teach. (Thanks Sondra!) And this time, I thought that I would do something again, just a little different. So, after looking, I found this poem by Heidi Baxter on Sugardoodle. It's a keeper! Hopefully this inspires you to enjoy conference as much as I do!!!

Conference Trail Mix Poem

General Conference is upon us; yes the time is drawing near
To listen to the prophets and apostles we hold dear
The lessons taught and stories shared will truly be a treat
But we know you’ll each enjoy a little something fun to eat.
So as you sit and ponder the great lessons you are told,
Think too about the meaning of each conference snack you hold.

The BUGLES in your bag are more than just a crunchy chip
They represent Moroni’s Horn, pressed firmly to his lips.
Standing tall atop our temples, he symbolically proclaims
The spreading of the gospel and our sacred Savior’s name.

You’ll find little candy circles with the letters “M&M”
A perfect, sweet reminder of the goals that you should plan
The first M stands for Missions (boys you know just what to do)
The second is for Marriage - eternal joy for all of you!

Look close and you might see some GOLDFISH swimming in your snack
Reminding that we’re “…fishers of men”, helping others back
To the straight and narrow path, where the RAISINS you will see
Representing the sweet fruit upon the everlasting Tree.

And if, by chance, you falter grab a SEED and plant it firm
Watch it grow and feel your faith in Jesus Christ, our Lord, confirmed
Pick a PRETZEL from the pack and twist your arms into its form
Till they’re folded in a humble prayer that gets you through the storm.

Lastly, in your bag you’ll find a treat that’s white and pure
It’s soft and sweet much like the Holy Ghost that whispers sure
These MARSHMALLOWS remind us to be reverent and be still
So we can hear calm promptings and our Heavenly Father’s will.

So as you eat this conference treat, partake of something more
Listen to the Prophet’s words and remember who you are
For this snack, though quite delicious, will too quickly disappear,
But if you FEAST UPON THE WORDS OF CHRIST, you’ll keep Him ever near.