God Be With You Till We Meet Again!

Today was President Hinckley's funeral at the Conference Center. I recorded it on the DVR and have had it on the tv all day today along with all the programs about his life. It is still very hard to believe he has passed away. The service was absolutely fantastic. The spirit was very strong. I especially liked how the program was dotted with appropriate stories of his life mingled with the doctrine and truths of the gospel. It was well balanced. This was a good example to follow. His casket and the flowers were magnificent and fitting in light of his love of gardening.

A 'heart-clutching' shot of President Monson and President Eyring with President Hinckley's chair between them vacant. And yet this is also an exhilirating picture because of the knowledge that Heavenly Father has a plan and we will never be without a prophet here on the earth.

I did very well during the funeral until the closing song. "My Shepherd Will Supply My Need" is one of my all time favorite songs and with the video montage of his life played during it I just cried like a baby! I am grateful for his life, example, love, true Christlike behavior, and teachings. The way he could make me feel like I COULD stand a little taller and be just a little better each day--I didn't have to be perfect just a smidge better than the day before.

I WILL MISS YOU PRESIDENT GORDON B. HINCKLEY!

(journal: I feel much strengthened today. Yesterday I just really couldn't function very well. I'm quite certain it's because I'm mourning for President Hinckley's death and all that, the wedding details, worrying about Shaun, and then Jeaneen passing away so suddenly and at my parents house, etc. I know that a good night's rest helped, but as I was watching the cortege driving to the SL cemetary, I had a very strong impression and heard the words sharply in my mind that my parents had been praying for me and their prayers were a direct result of my renewed strength. I had it come to me twice. I knew immediately that the Holy Ghost had spoken to me and let me have a glimpse of the eternal truth that parenting never ends and is eternal. I have been trying to be more aware of the quick promptings and impressions that come to me so I can recognize the spirit in my life better. I am grateful for this one!