President Hinckley

We have had so many thoughts and feelings about President Hinckley the past week. He has been such a great example and influence in our lives. DeLoy, Kim, and I were able to go to the Spoken Word and Christmas program in the Conference Center about a month and a half ago. The first presidency came in. We have been to conference several times but it is always so touching each time that as soon as President Hinckley starts into the room, the quiet visiting quits and everyone stands in reverence and respect until he is seated. The King Singers sang "Danny Boy" especially for Pres. Hinckley. We never imagined that he would be gone so soon but looking back we are so grateful for that last experience to be in his presence. We take so much for granted. When I saw one of the tributes to him and they talked about how members in one area of the world were taking pictures of Pres. Hinckley on the screen from a broadcast that he was speaking at, I realize I need to be grateful to be able to go to conference often and have a temple that is so close. We hope to do as President Hinckley counseled so often "try to do our best" and try and do better each day!