Sadness at our house...

President Gordon B. Hinckley

Dusty and I watched the news last night as they paid tribute to our wonderful prophet, President Hinckley. When we heard the news of his passing, we told the kids. We explained that President Hinckley is in Heaven now with Heavenly Father and Jesus. I wish I could see him meet his sweet wife. How amazing that reunion must be:)

As we looked at a few of our friends blogs this morning, Bree kept saying she wanted to look at the pictures of President Hinckley - so I told her we'd add it to our blog so she can look at it anytime she wants. She really loves him, even though she doesn't quite understand what's happening. And, Jack just wants to see him and Jesus. But, we are so thankful that our children knew of our amazing prophet.

I am so thankful for his wonderful example in my life. He was so happy and full of life. I just loved that about him. And, all the jokes he made during his conference talks - I loved his sense of humor. How blessed we are to have had the opportunity to learn from him. We will miss him and his sweet spirit.

I imagine he's running to Marjorie now, Yes running, not waving his cane.

I seem him embracing his father and mother, while they keep repeating his name.

I see him now meeting his forbearers, Brother Brigham and Joseph are there.

Sweet reunion of prophets, united by service, That only such noble men share.

I see him embraced by the Savior, While Father says, "Good and well done.

So faithful and stalwart endurance, I welcome My noble, most excellent son."

I then hear the ripples of laughter, As he says the reception's just fine.

But he hopes that he'll get an assignment or two, Since there's no need to waste any time.

I can hear his clear voice in the stillness, At the close of this sweet Sabbath day.

Have faith and move forward, there's work to be done! President Hinckley would want it that way.

-Anna M. Molgard

January 27, 2008