Another Once In A Life Time (or so they say...)

Ok...so when I was a little girl--I had this ridiculous idea that it would be so much fun to sing in the Mormon Tabernacle Choir--or even play the organ for it. Well...I didn't ever develop my talent out enough to do this...but last Sunday, I had the opportunity to sing for regional conference for my area and we had the chance to sit in the choir seats at the Conference Center.

It started out as a negative experience, which I am ashamed to say, was mostly because of my own negative attitude. The practices started about 6 weeks in advance and lasted every Sunday for about 2 hours. We were forced to sing our vowels correctly and try not to sound like a juvenile choir.

This whole thing put me and several around me in a rotten mood.

I wish now looking back that I could have been a better leader and been a better example to those around me. I should have had a better attitude, even though I wasn't enjoying every moment of every practice. It was hot. We were tired. I was hungry. I wanted to be doing anything else. But--we were preparing to spread the spirit through song--which I know--is one of the most powerful ways to convey the spirit.

That morning of the practice--I tried my best to have a good attitude--which was hard because many others were still negative. But--I was able to enjoy it--and we were even on the big screen a few times. I was told by friends that we sounded great--so I am hoping that at least the angels forgave us for our bad attitudes and God blessed those who were listening with his Spirit.

It was though a great opportunity to sit in those chairs and see the multitudes of people gathered to learn. I am grateful for the learning opportunity!