Sobering times

I just had a very sobering conversation with my brother Garrett about politics, specifically the war surrounding proposition 8. Despite all that I've heard and read, I am very grateful for:

1. Hope. Garrett reminded me that the very timely general conference that was held at the beginning of October (and was just sent out in the semi-anual conference report issue of the Ensign) repeatedly emphasized HOPE. Though things get rough- we can continue to hope that truth will prevail.

2. Inspired leaders. Our church leader's responses to this issue are humble, yet powerful, understanding, yet unashamed, loving and inspiring. They are great examples of how to respond under such attacks.

3. The big picture. I'm so thankful that I have a vision of what God's plan is for us- that I know why morals and values are important. Agency WITH accountability have been the two principles that keep coming to my mind over and over. It is not easy to defend moral issues, but a believe that our government asks us to do so because we know that as a majority we CAN choose what will strengthen our society and nation. We must not let the minority disrupt the safety of the majority.