The COVID world has been quite restrictive; but let's be real-- the pre-COVID world was also restrictive in unique ways. Two years ago, there was no way that I could have participated in religious meetings and certain family functions back home while out of the country. Yet, much to my delight, we now live in a world where connecting with important events from a distance is more possible than ever.
My love, Eduardo, gave a talk in church yesterday. And where was I? Yes, in Morocco. (We're down to the last week being apart!) Did I get to hear his talk live? You betcha! Since members of the Church are not permitted to gather at this time in Morocco, I had already arranged to join our home ward sacrament meetings virtually. It was definitely the highlight of my day to be sitting on the other side of the world, listening to my husband speak. And I'll tell ya-- it was a wonderful talk. In the words of Shaun Parry, "Sign him up for General Conference." Let's be real-- it made my heart so happy to simply see his face and hear his voice :)
While my heart aches for the suffering and hardships that have been plaguing the wold, I am grateful for and humbled by the unforeseen and marvelous blessings that have come at the same time. In our PSI classes, we teach about the different types of opposition and how to utilize opposition to help us grow. For me, actively acknowledging the blessings that come out of difficult times is one of the ways that I push back against the force of the world, creating a powerful form of opposition. Without fail, this approach to opposition has brought me growth and light.
Yay for blessings!
Yay for opposition!
Yay for growth!
Yay for sacrament meeting talks!
Yay for technology!
Yay for Eduardo-- my best friend!
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