Doe Ray Me

So, this weekend was once again time for the Mormon 500 (see the post from last August for clarification)…only it wasn’t. Yes, it was stake conference again only this time we had a regional broadcast with all of New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma…each in our own individual buildings. Saturday night we had the usual “adult session” with the entire stake so we did get some of the normal experience. It did however remind me why I love stake conference. For those of you who may not know, my ward is pretty small….by pretty small I mean REALLY small…as in everyone knows when you are not at church. Consequently, when you are at church everyone can hear you when you’re singing. I have never claimed to be vocally blessed…although I have many a time wished for this talent. My seven year old cousin told me last weekend during a rousing night of Guitar Hero World Tour that I was “Not good at the singing part” (which was a sad commentary on my skills as I was better with the singing than on any of the other instruments…at least with the singing I didn’t get booed off the stage…seriously) My lack of skill does not hinder me however from the love of singing. I am one of those people who bust out in random song whenever possible…especially if something is said that is in anyway related to any song that I may know (as my dear coworkers can attest to). However, I generally try to somewhat contain my singing enthusiasm while in church…for the sake of not embarrassing myself and everyone within ear shot…but sometimes I can’t contain it. I love gathering with larger congregations (like during stake conference) because the sheer numbers drown out my squeaking and I can totally bust loose! I sometimes even bust out my mad opera skills (you probably think I’m kidding…but I’m dead serious). Don’t worry, I generally do it in a tasteful, non-sacrilegious way… at least I try to. So Saturday night I was able once again to practice my vocal dexterity or lack thereof. For those of you who missed out on this, I’m sorry for you because I’m pretty great….and I’m really humble, and I just can’t seem to figure out why someone wouldn’t want to marry all this greatness!! Okay, maybe that’s not totally true….I bet it’s totally my lack of singing talent (what else could it possibly be??!?!)
On a more spiritual note, all the talks in conference this week were exactly thing that I needed to hear. I have set some goals for myself this year all of which were discussed to some degree. I am very grateful for leaders who are lead by inspiration and teach the things that we need to have peace in a world of turmoil. It also makes me feel good that I’m working on improving areas in my life that will bless me and others.
I hope your weekend was as great as mine!!