President Gordon B. Hinckley

I was shocked last night when we heard that Presidnt Hinckley had passed away. It is strange living in Utah where this was all over the news for hours and hours last night, as well as today. But it is wonderful at the same time to know it is that important to everyone in the community. We heard calls from local state leaders, and other religous leaders, and college students. It went on and on. We heard details that we would not find anywhere else. He was 97 years old, and passed away in his home with his family around him at 7pm last night. He was an amazing prophet of God. I feel like he was MY prophet. He is the prophet I grew up with. I love his constant strength, wisdom, and sense of humor. I feel like I really knew him. I will always remember singing at the Nauvoo Temple dedication and sitting a short distance across the assembly hall from him. And I saw him speak in Vancouver, BC Canada, and also at Ricks College. It is sad to think he is actually gone away from this world. But it is wonderful to think he is with his sweetheart again. I love him, and will miss him greatly. I know that he will be remembered by so many for so many different things, including his building countless temples, and his 6 B's. If we live by his counsel, we will never fail.

BE GRATEFUL - Express appreciation to everyone who does us a favor or assists us in any way. Two little words - "thank you" - the mark of an educated man or woman.
BE SMART - The Lord wants us to train our minds and hands to become an influence for good "...that ye may be prepared in all things" (D&C 88:78-80).
BE CLEAN - We live in a world filled with filth and sleaze. We cannot afford to let it touch us. We should not be disrespectful of the body which the Lord has given us. Avoid evil talk, choose your friends carefully. You are a child of God.
BE TRUE - Let us be loyal to the Church under all circumstances. The authorities of this Church will lead us in paths of happiness.
BE HUMBLE - The meek and the humble are those who are teachable. Be willing to listen to the whisperings of the still, small voice.
BE PRAYERFUL - Look to the Lord for understanding and guidance, and walk according to His precepts and commandments. The miracle of it all is that He hears, He responds, He answers.