Tiny Tuesday - Heaven and peace

Hey Taego.
Two weeks ago we went to Idaho and visited your Great Grandma Hill's grave.
We heard stories of her and other family members who have passed.
Last week we went to Great Grandma Young's funeral.
They were both such amazing women, and we have stories to tell you.
They left a great legacy.

When we were talking to you about her and what happens when we die I got a big twist in my stomach.
I have always been so scared of death. Not my personal death alone, but death of anyone I love.
I'm not sure if my anxiety makes my fear of death worse, or if my fear of death makes my anxiety worse. But I worry a lot.
I don't want you to be scared. Not just of death but of anything!
Living in fear is not a good way to live.
I'm not saying that you will never be afraid of anything, because that is not realistic.
But don't let fear stop you from doing something important, and don't let it get in the way of living a happy life.

I was telling your wise Uncle Janson about my fear and he mentioned the scriptures. Every time that people in the scriptures kept their covenants they were blessed. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
Did they still have wars? Yes. Did they still have to be brave? Yes. Did the struggle and learn? Yes. Did they still die at the end of their lives? Yes.
But they had no true reason to fear because if you keep your covenants then you will be fine.
If you struggle with fear, or sickness, or any other trial, remember that when you keep your covenants and stay close to Christ, you will be blessed. You will be taken care of. You will be watched over.

The great thing about this Gospel we belong to is that if you are scared or have a question or concern, you can pray. You can personally ask for help and answers.
I do have a testimony that we will be together with our ancestors and people we love again. I work hard to not let my fears bring me down. You do the same, okay?

After we talked to you about how our bodies stay here and our spirits go to heaven you went downstairs and told Robyn and Lizzy that "Bomma Young find peace in heaven."
You are an angel. I need to learn from you.
Love Mommy

CES Fireside. Must see.

I know I'm not single anymore, but for FHE tonight we watched the latest CES Fireside by Jeffery R. Holland. It's honestly amazing. I really think it is what the church needs to hear right now. So wonderful. You really need to watch it.
Here is the link.
He starts talking at around 13:00 and ends at 58:00.

Lessons through... David Duchovny??

I know this may seem really funny at first, but I'm being VERY serious! Haha okay not THAT serious but more than usual.
While watching X-files (which we do a LOT. Currently on season 7), I was thinking about Mulder. He's searching for the truth, that is the purpose of his career.... of... everything! I felt horrible for him. He'd been lied to so many times. People tell him that one thing is the truth, then he finds out they were lying. Then he finds out some "secret" piece of information that somewhat soothed his desire for truth, and then he again finds out that is was not true. I know this might all sound "uber nerd" dorky! But I put myself in his shoes. If I was searching for truth and everything I thought and hoped to be true ended up being fake. And when the time comes when he does find the truth, there isn't really anything to hold on to. Nothing to satisfy his search.
While taking that mental walk in his shoes, I realized how grateful I am for TRUTH. The gospel. There seems to be such a lack of truth and tons of people are searching for it. A lot of things fall through.
It made me realize how nice it is to be going through life, knowing this truth. The gospel brings so much peace in my life. It give me confidence, hope, and so much more. It clears my head so I can take another look around my life when I need one, and refocus on what I need to do in order to become the person I want to be.
I am so grateful for the gospel in my life. I am so grateful that Christ died for us, but more importantly that he rose 3 days later. That one day I will live again and be with my family forever. That is some of the best truth I could ever think of. :)
HAPPY EASTER!
p.s. I found TWO grey hairs in my 20-year old head!!! AH! This also made me grateful for the Resurrection! Do I look old??
p.s.s. Please, no comments on how x-files nerdy I am haha!
"He is risen"
Bye!
Random bridals picture, by Mikey Dominici