Sacrament Meeting--Part One

Shawn had his first opportunity to speak in sacrament meeting as a high counselor today.  Jocelyn was in town for the President's Day weekend.  His assignment was for the 6th ward which meets in our building directly after our ward.   We decided to go to our own ward for sacrament meeting, and Sunday school, then skip our 3rd hour and go to the 6th wards sacrament meeting.  (Leaving Gavin in the last hour of Primary of our own ward.)

The girls and I go in and find a soft seat in the middle towards the front.  Jocelyn is sitting next to me, then Marissa and Tiffany on the end.  I see these beautiful older girls sitting next to me and take a long, slow, breath.  It seems like the time has passed so quickly.  I am amazed at the simple joy that it gives me to see them all sitting next to me, laughing, commenting, and interacting with one another--just as they did 10 years ago.  I bask in the moment as the meeting starts.  Sigh...

The sacrament begins and I look over and Rissa has her cell phone out and is reading something.  This is not an approved sacrament meeting activity for our family, however I consider, this is our second sacrament meeting of the day.  Perhaps she is reading an Ensign article, or some scriptures.?  (Hey! It could happen!)

I lean to Jocelyn and say "What is she reading?"  

Jocelyn looks over, then turns back to me.  "Your blog." 

"Really?" I say flattered.  I observe her body shaking as she is trying to stifle her laughter.  I sigh, knowing I have to tell her to stop.    

Jocelyn observes my satisfaction in hearing she is reading my blog, and decides to translate for me.  

"Mom says if you are going to read, you should at least comment."