Monday, January 28, 2008

President Hinckley was a good and honorable man. He stood for all that was good and all that was kind on this earth. I will miss him, but as JR pointed out, he lived his entire life for that moment in which he could see his Heavenly Father again. I just feel thankful to have heard his words and seen his example. He was there at Grace's baby blessing. He was the voice I most looked forward to hearing every six months at conference. He was there when, at a trying time in my life I had to let the sacrament pass by me, untaken, and he just smiled compassionately down at me from the front pews-as my Savior would have done. The world will ache at the loss of such a good man. But, perhaps it will be a little kinder for having known him.

7 comments:

Jen said...

What a sweet, personal post. Thanks, K, for your humility and example. Yes, Pres. Hinkley was just the best!

Kristen said...

oh Kim, thats so cool that you had such a personal connection!

The McClellan Clan said...

your email is awesome. But wait. Was he in your ward or something? If so, that had to be the most amazing ward ever.

j and k said...

Thanks guys! Sweet comments! No,no in my ward Joce, but his son was, so he was there a lot. Hope you're all doing ok.

Phoebe said...

Very cool, Kim. One of the things I love about SLC. Living among the Prophet and Apostles.

Raina said...

What a cool thing to have those experiences!!! I love this post. AND i hope it's not inappropriate to wish you a happy birthday here!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Fancy Nancy said...

Love your thoughts Kim. You are such a great example to all of us...