June 12, '97

1) The picture Sister Rolly re-drew so as to be complimentary to sisters
2) the self-discipline (with the Lord's help) I was able to show this morning in getting up & studying first, then running -- may it continue
3) the thunder today! It sounded like a cadence for God's army!
4) ice cream for lunch! yum!
5) Letter from Elder Stone! He loves me!
20 min running; 90 push-ups

I don't like to admit it because it complicates life a little bit... but I was very pleased to receive a letter from Elder Stone wherein he appreciated my "mooshy" card that I sent last week that told him how much I appreciated him. He's got a list going of things we're going to do together when I get home. He pointed out that this can be a good thing but at the same time frustrating because it turly is pretty far away. He's so sensible, though, also, because he leaves things in the Lord's hands. He isn't making unreasonable commitments or seeking any such thing from me. He simply wants what's best for both of us and that's whatever the Lord wants! I love his attitude of trust and reliance in the Lord and his plan for each of us.

I can tell he honors his priesthood and works to be worthy of the many gifts this power to act in God's name provides. That's important to me.

I love the Gospel so much. I simply want to feel the Spirit more. Tomorrow is temple day, so I will try to soak up all that I can. I honestly believe it is the best way to learn.

Anyways, I want to adopt Elder Stone's perspective to trust in the Lord and not stress about the future. As long as we feel like we are doing and living according to the guidelines he's given us (including personal revelation) we will be taken care of.

Sometimes I just really want the Lord to tell me, but the hymn "Lead Kindly Light" comes to mind... "I loved to choose and see my path but now, Lead thou me on!" May my faith grow to this level! {Bo imya Iicyca Xpicta, Amin} In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen. Cectpa Bepi

NOTE: Attached to this page was a portion of a letter from Elder Stone, with pressed flowers taped to it. It said:

I hope you like these flowers. I usually prefer to give them in person, but this will have to do. I picked them in Star Valley, Wyoming on Thursday and pressed them in my scriptures. Have you heard of Star Valley? Beautiful place, so I wanted to share part of it with you.