President Gordon B. Hinckley passed away yesterday, January 27, 2008 at the age of 97. I have such a soft spot in my heart for this man! President Hinckley became the prophet and president of the church when I was 15-years-old, so I think he will always be my favorite!I remember one General Conference I was able to attend live in the Tabernacle when I was a teenager. I had a seat in the first balcony, very close to the stage. Before the session began, when President Hinckley entered the room, the entire congregation rose to their feet and sang, "We Thank Thee, O God, For a Prophet." President Hinckley smiled and waved to the congregation. At that moment, I felt such an overwhelmingly strong witness that he was truly the Lord's prophet on the earth! I had no doubt about it!
This is probably my very favorite picture of President Hinckley! It makes me think of his warm words of encouragement and love, and his infectious enthusiasm and wit that I have looked forward to every General Conference.I know he couldn't stay with us forever (though I secretly hoped he would), still I can't help but feel a little sad. Sad for us, I keep thinking, but how wonderful for him! He's now united with his beloved wife, Sister Marjorie Pay Hinckley, who passed away in April of 2004.
It makes me smile to think of those two sweethearts back together at last!
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What a sweet tribute. I was in shock last night and crying and Adam reminded me that he was with his wife now and it made me feel so much better about it all. I love those pictures of him and his wife. Thanks!
I think he will always be my favorite too. He was called when I was twelve. I can't imagine anyone different. I am so happy for him. I was so sad when Marjorie died, but when I heard on Sunday night I couldn't help but just be happy for him. I love the picture of He and Marjorie walking together. They are so cute.
He will always be my favorite! He was the prophet when I was baptized. He will always have a soft spot in our hearts!
Oh yeah I also love your cakes you are so talented, wow!
Hey Summer! What a sweet tribute. And wow - you are so very close to being a girl's mommy! You will LOVE having a baby girl...get ready to enjoy clothes shopping even more than before (if that's possible...). We sure are happy for you guys! Say hi to the family from us. Timo says "Hi Andrew!"
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