January 8, 2012
The Sabbath and an Eagle Court

We love the Sabbath! Sherbear wanted so much to enjoy the day with the saints and so I helped her to the Stake Center for a Presidency meeting at noon and then for the three hour block with our wonderful Peterson ward. We were blessed and strengthen by the lessons on President Smith, on the Book of Mormon and the sincere testimonies of beloved ward members! Later this evening we had the pleasure to attend Swish’s Eagle Court where he was honored by family and friends. The veterans of foreign wars under the direction of Richard Wiscombe presented the thirteen folds of the American Flag and Whitney Morgan played America the Beautiful. Wow, what a powerful feeling! Jim and Liz, Swish’s Dad and Mom, are amazing people and we honor them for raising such wonderful children. The love Swish holds for Sherie and her love for him was further evident this evening. In a recent letter he framed for her, Swish thanked Sherie for all the help and care she has shown towards him over the past months and years. It touched my sweetheart deeply. At the end of the day, Bear was probably up longer than she should have been, but the blessings of the Lord’s Spirit sustained her – it was a very good day!

KelWil