So That We May Have Joy!

     I figure it's as good a time as any to update my blog. Since it is the Easter season and all, I thought I'd share some of my thoughts from the experiences I've had the past few days, and the spiritual insight I've gathered from watching General Conference.
     I am reaching a point in my life where the decisions I make are most definitely going to impact my future in some manner. I hope with all my being that they are the decisions that will be for the better, not the worst. School has taken up so much of my time that I forgot about other important things. I have let school dominate my life, with good intentions. I fear for my future families well being. The grades I get in school -especially in the pursuit of med school- affect the future well being of my family and myself. No pressure. On top of that, relationships and work are also hefty decisions. Things that take great patience, maintenance and care.
     As of late, a few of these things have taken root in my mind, begging for their own consideration and thoughtful observance. They have grown in intensity, demanding to be addressed, that these past few days have been an emotional, surprise, roller-coaster. Not only was I flattened by them, but they decided to twist and turn, demanding their presence felt and hoping to leave scars. The confusion from one hammer fall, left a hole needing closure, while the other reared it's ugly head and roared as it stood on my back.
     However, there was light at the end of this ridiculous, undulating tunnel. I could see it peeking around bends as I walked on, searching for its source. The Love of God. The Atonement. My Family.

     Hearing the words of God through the prophets and apostles during general conference was a much needed assurance that there is someone looking out for me. Looking out for all of us! The apostles begged us to remember Christ and the Atonement performed. They pleaded with us the be obedient, to follow the Word of God. They implored us to pray to Him, to study His words, and live them. They bore testimony of the strength of families centered around the Lord. I loved every minute of it.
     In my vulnerable condition, my family came to my aid. Providing insight and solace. I would not be where I am today without the Lord and my Family! But even more comforting is the fact that I have a Savior who is there to aid me when I stand in need of comfort. He is there for every. single. one of us. Know that you are not the only one going through hardships. Know that your pains are not so unbearable, that He who went beneath us all cannot take that burden from you and wrap you in His arms. I love the Savior and what he has done for me. I am in awe at what he as done for everyone else! He died so that we may live! He lives so that we may have Joy!