My Heavenly Father Knows Me and Cares

I cannot really explain here a tenth of what I feel and know of a surety. I am so grateful and recognize His hand in my life, and know He is in charge. My blessings are so numerous.

I went this morning to a new shift at the temple for the early morning shift. I felt I needed to sacrifice a little sleep at the beginning of my day, instead of at the end. I like the freshness of my mind and the closeness of the spirit at the early hours of my day. I set the alarm for 4:15 a.m.

I even rolled out of bed as the alarm went off; and put the "snooze" button on and got up after just five minutes. I was there on time at 5:00 to be in prayer meeting at 5:15. I even sang two songs with the other sisters before it started. I like the singing time and felt a strong sweet spirit there among these fine sisters. They welcomed me with open arms. It felt good.

Even though I didn't know too many of them, I was welcomed as if they knew me already. I recognized Sister Workman from son, Hank's Orem ward. The shift was a lot quieter than the Saturday evening but, I was busy anyway. I also had a half hour to go help fold ladies' slips in the laundry. They asked us to go volunteer during our meal break, so I gave up breakfast and worked right through. I figured fasting for one meal would be a blessing, and I know it was.

I also read several chapters of Mosiah in the waiting area before going to veil calls, so I had a chance to get those read in the process. My joy is full and the beginning of a great day.