By Danielle Ellis
Although Relief Society is the oldest and largest women’s organization in the world, prophets and Relief Society leaders have long hinted that we are not done yet. We are just now getting to the point where we are ready for great things to come, for which we must prepare now. What is this great day that is yet in the future? What is our date with destiny?

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By Krista Oakes
Editor’s note: This was Krista’s last blog post before she passed away on December 10th, 2010. It is filled with Krista’s humor and optimism that are so endearing, and it speaks of the essence of peace that only comes from coming to know our Savior in our extremities, and finding Him infinitely faithful, even when things don’t turn out according to ‘our plan.’ It is printed here with permission from Krista’s husband, Jared.

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Receiving the blessings of the temple has been a goal of mine for as long as I can remember. My parents raised me well. No matter what was going on in my life, I desired to enter the temple one day. There is something special about how only those who are worthy may enter. It is not a public place; it is a place for select people partaking in sacred rituals.

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By Tina Scott
One of my fondest Christmas memories takes me back to chilly nights with my father driving my brother and me around town to look at the lights. Our town had a yearly contest, and some of the houses were adorned with so many lights they took my breath away.

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By Julie Wright
I completely advocate the plan of free agency. I must have, because I’m here on earth with a body. But sometimes as a parent, allowing my children their free agency terrifies me.

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