Monday Musing: Spirituality

This weekend I had the opportunity to attend Time Out For Women (TOFW). It is kind of like a women's retreat filled with spiritually uplifting speakers and music. It is sponsored by Deseret Book, the book store for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

It was wonderful! Now, if you haven't already guessed I am a Mormon, but I NEVER want to push it into someone's face. I also don't want to be another one of those Mormon Bloggers. But spirituality and faith are a big part of my life, and this conference was so wonderful I HAVE to tell you about it!

Friday night, there were two speakers. The first speaker spoke about what you surround yourself in and how it can affect you. "Regardless of your original intent, you will eventually become what you surround yourself with."-John Bytheway

The second speaker spoke about the importance of names. He specifically spoke about the importance of the multiple names giving to Jesus. "Remember His name. Just as you know His names, he knows yours!"- Brad Wilcox 

Saturday, was a long session with SIX speakers! The theme of TOFW was Seek the Good, "And whatsoever ye do, do it HEARTILY..." Colossians 3:23


Chris Williams spoke about how he over came horrible tragedy. Here is a link to his story.

Kris Belcher spoke about listening and NEVER EVER giving up.

Hilary Weeks spoke about focusing on the good in life. Counting the good, will allow us to be a happier person, whereas focusing and counting all the bad, will lead us to despair.

S. Michael Wilcox spoke about how we need to search for the good, lay hold of it, and cleave unto it. (Moroni  7)

Merrilee Boyack, was one of my favorites. She spoke about taking moments to do good. Service doesn't not have to be something big huge and extravagant. It can be as simple as being nice to the cashier at the store! Something I really need to work on!

The last speaker was Emily Watts, and this was my favorite! She gave five tips for life with 5 questions to ask. Tip number four really hit home, Good takes Patience! with the question: If good takes patience, how can I increase my trust in the Lord?


I had lots of fun at TOFW, and I hope to be able to go again. I cried and grew, and cried some more. Most of all this weekend, I reaffirmed my love and gratitude for my Savior.