It is an interesting thing to mourn the passing of someone I didn't know personally. I live a very small life, very centered on my little family and small community. But this mans' influence has reached into the heart of both. And I feel a great loss that he is gone.President Gordon B. Hinckley is truly one of my heroes. He served as prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the time I was 15 till Sunday night, when he died.
His guidance got me through difficult decisions as a teenager, and more difficult decisions as a 20-something. Time and time again, as a young wife, I have turned to his counsel. I know the gospel is true, I know he is a prophet of God. And that testimony was developed during his service. I am constantly recommitting myself to try harder, to be a little better, to reach higher and stand taller. It was his message - a message of hope and optimism and progress. And I know that message came through him from God. I am so grateful for this servant of God. And though I know he is in a good place, finally with his wonderful wife again, I miss him dearly.
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Great comments, Tara. It's been nice to sit and read how everyone feels about him. One thing's for sure, he will be missed. What a great legacy he has left for us.
Last night for FHE, my boys expressed their feelings concerning Pres. Hinckley passing and it was interesting to hear their praises for the prophet as well as their heartfelt sadness at his loss, Carson said he wanted to cry and expressed how Pres. Hinckley always made him laugh.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts about how he shaped your young life and your family.
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