A gigantic thank you to all those that worked so hard in presenting a wonderful, inspiring, thought-provoking, insightful and educational Feast Week for our stake this past weekend. The speakers were eloquent and well prepared. The Spirit was everywhere!
For me, the most touching moments came when music and song were involved. Not my singing, mind you, but the voice of Sara Larsen and the musical numbers presented at the opening and closing presentations. Truly, I cannot carry a tune in my pocket so I am entirely and completely mesmerized when one shares their musical gift. Sigh... Do any of you have anything to share about Feast Week?
Lee and I often attend the Mormon Tabernacle Choir performances, especially if we have a guest visiting from out-of-town. We were inspired to go there this morning, inviting a friend of ours to join us. We were not disappointed. The choir was joined by the orchestra and the song selection was based upon Thanksgiving. The last song, "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing" was breathtaking. Just as tears were threatening to spill, we noticed a young couple in front of us, sitting with their entire family - each acknowledging it was their first visit to the Tabernacle. It was the young man, interestingly enough, that could barely contain his emotions; his nose turned red, his lips quivered and his tears ran down 'til they dripped from his chin. His cute little girlfriend kept turning to look at him, but he would gently push her face in the other direction. We couldn't help but smile.
After the thunderous applause, the choir began to sign their signature closing song, "God Be With You...", which prompted me to wipe the tears from under my chin, just as the young man had done (this song was included at Nick's funeral). We left feeling very blessed, very spiritual, very fulfilled. It was a wonderful way to introduce our friend to our culture in a gesture of sharing the pure gift of music.
Have a great week!
Lori Brower
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