I once heard a talk at General Conference from a sister who taught, that as mothers, it is our responsibility to help children recognize what The Spirit feels like. I had never thought about that before, and that truth hit me so hard that I haven't forgotten it!
We were so nervous for Stake Conference--hard metal chairs, in a gym with basketball hoops, with two kids under the age of two. I brought everything but the kitchen sink to distract the kids, and surprisingly, it was a great conference. The kids did wonderfully, and Macey made me cry a couple of times.
During the opening song, Macey turned to me and told me she felt happy. I asked if she felt it in her heart. I explained what the spirit was and that it makes us feel happy when we do good things and are where we are supposed to be. She then turned to Scott and told her that "Jesus in heart. Happy!"
Immediately, Scott and I burst into tears. What a tender mercy that, as parents, we were able to recognize the moment to teach, and it made a difference. Not only that, but she has continued to tell us when "Jesus is in her heart". What a blessing to have the spirit as parents!
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