Highlights

Spring has come early to Georgia - a month early, and with spring, came General Conference. I want to be told what to do by the prophet and the General Authorities. The themes of Faith in Christ, strengthening our precious families, and showing mercy, stood out to me. Much like forget-me-nots started appearing everywhere in church settings after President Uchtdorf's talk in the RS broadcast last September, I suspect the bumper sticker he introduced to us in Conference will as well: "Don't judge me because I don't sin the way you do". "Don't delay - it's getting late", from Elder Holland continues to ring in my ears as well.

Alex, after months of searching and applying for an accountant position, received two offers on the same day, and accepted one. He is a faithful EQ President, and this certainly has been a trial of his faith. Another favorite candidate of mine, Seth, who serves in his branch presidency, was on the verge of being offered branch manager, when he failed the credit check. Oh, that was so disappointing! I am privileged to be working with Damien who recently moved her from Columbia. His passion is marketing but in order to be able to work during the day and get a college education at night, he had to choose Human Resources for a major as Marketing was not offered. He is a stellar individual and quickly, very quickly, rose to the position of Director of Human Resources; however, he now was in a position to pursue his passion, so for the past three years he has worked to position himself to make the change. He moved to the United States, enrolled in an intensive ESL class and learned English, secured all the necessary papers and documents to become a citizen, got a job as a waiter to support himself, and now we are crafting a resume. The challenge is to convince a prospective employer to take a serious look at a candidate who is switching careers, and we are doing that by highlighting the transferable skills he so ably developed in HR.

My dear Karina had a miscarriage and we were all very very sad. There is only One who can replace sadness with joy. When we knelt in prayer, Oscar and Karina could feel the love Heavenly Father has for each of them, their sweet family, and for this little one that for now is not coming. A turning point

Fasted with Jaya for Heavenly Father's guidance as she struggles to move ahead with her plans to finish her last year of med school.

A fervent prayer was answered for Catherine, a recent convert who has suffered abuse her entire life. Her father, who is near death, rallied and had the clarity of mind to insist that Catherine be given title to her car. She has made the payments and needs it to get to work;however, since her parents were co-signers on the loan, they insisted the car be put in their name...now that has been remedied.

I have felt so much joy and gratitude at the blessings my family members are receiving back home....from the little ones to the big ones, and those in between. I also love the pictures, notes, calls, emails, and skypes I receive.