It was one of my favrite weekends of the year. General Confrence! Sadly I missed saturday's 2 sessions because we had some shopping to do. Thankfully for modern technology I can download all the talks to my Ipad! I did listen to both Sunday sessions. They were wonderful. During the last message from our Prophet, President Monson, I found myself wishing for more. I love to feel so spiritually uplifted, I truley needed it this weekend.
I also found time to finish a book I have been trying to finish for over a year. I really liked it. Here is my review.
The Book Thief by Markus ZusakMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really loved this book. The narration is very unique, as the Narrator is Death. Death is merely an observer of the human race; who has the job of relieving souls from their earthly life. Death tries very hard to remain emotionally neutral, however when he first meets Liesel, a 9 year old German girl in Nazi Germany, during WWII, he is captivated by her soul. He follows her through out her life intrigued by her strength and resilience during what seems like one of the darkest times this earth had up to that point seen.
This book was an emotional read. It was so real that sometimes I held my breath while reading it. It was sad, sweet and inspirational. 5 out of 5 for me.
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Now for today.
Today is Wes' new day in his position with Sara Lee. Forgive me, I am not quite sure what his offical title is, but I do know that he is a Key Account Manager. We have known about this change for quite a while, so we are so happy it is finally here! I am so proud of him. He has had his eyes on this positions for years. He can now check it off his list!
As for me. It has been a month since I first heard the word cancer. Today is the day I go see a specialist. Hoping for the Doc to look at the c-Scan and x-rays and say it is all nothing. Expecting him to say, not sure let's schedule more tests. I am just glad this waiting is over. Even if I don't get a definitive answer, at least I can ask some questions! I feel at peace, pretty sure Heavenly Father has been carrying me for the last month. I am indeed grateful. I have felt every prayer offered for my sake and will gladly accept more. Thanks Friends. ~E
4 comments:
The Book Thief is one of my all time favorite books. Loved it! Tell Wes Congratulations on the new position! I hope you get some good new today, will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
OH my goodness. I have fallen behind on reading blogs so I had to catch up on yours. You are definitely in my prayers. I had no idea what all you were going through. Here's praying for good news and happy outcomes.
Prayers being sent your way!! When will you be able to get results and talk to the Doctor?
You are amazing Erin, hang in there.
I am always looking for a good book to read. This one is next on my list! Tell Wes congrats! That is good positive news. Good luck at the Dr. Thoughts and prayers are always with you.
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