Life is Short-Savor it and Build for Eternity

The Race of Life

Posted: 14 May 2012 08:00 AM PDT

"Every thoughtful person has asked himself the question best phrased by Job of old: 'If a man die, shall he live again?' Try as we may to put the question out of our thoughts, it always returns. Death comes to all mankind. It comes to the aged as they walk on faltering feet. Its summons is heard by those who have scarcely reached midway in life’s journey, and often it hushes the laughter of little children. But what of an existence beyond death? Is death the end of all? ... My brothers and sisters, we know that death is not the end. This truth has been taught by living prophets throughout the ages. It is also found in our holy scriptures."

—President Thomas S. Monson, "The Race of Life", General Conference, Apr. 2012
Topics: Resurrection

While I am alive, I shall live each day seeking at least one priceless gift among whatever chaos there might be.  I shall savor all that is given to me, build relationships to last beyond death, and relish special moments, wrapping up the memories of them as cherished treasures that can be tasted with delight endlessly.

Happiness is when someone takes the time to show he or she love you.  I had a great Mother's Day.  Happiness is also when we take the time to show someone we love him or her.  Love and unselfishness is a circle and cycle for those who do it.  It eventually comes back to you.

I love balloons and this one is the most unique I've ever seen.

Tulips still in bloom--lovely bouquet!

Beauty within and without

Got this as a gift last night.  Done reading it (with pleasure) today.  Love Richard Paul Evans as an author.  He has deep insights incorporated into small books.  A quote from the book I believe is true:  "To forgive is to unlock the cage of another's folly to set ourselves free."

Cards representing caring and love.  One from a visiting teacher, one from a darling husband, one from am equally darling son-in-law, and two from precious daughters.  Three phone calls from other precious adult children (one a step) and a call Saturday night from a dear friend, plus many good wishes through Face Book and email during the day, topped off the love and thoughtfulness extended to me for Mother's Day.  Lucky me!  Oh, the tower on the right is full of chocolate goodies!!