Climb Every Mountain

Friday night, we were able to see The Sound of Music at the Lamar Port Arthur Theater. Chad played the part of Captain Von Trapp and his acting abilities and musical talent were displayed in a way that popped my buttons with pride. The show still plays next weekend if you get a chance to see it. And bring your families, the little ones will enjoy every minute of it. We got a kick out of Braydon when he saw Chad kiss Maria--Braydon said, "That's not Meigan. Oh, no". And when a scene was over, he couldn't wait to clap. He bounced and danced in his seat when the music was playing. A much better show than Avatar the cartoon, Bakugan and Pokemon; well, OK I didn't ask him that question.

I did fine throughout the show until the part I was dreading..Climb Every Mountain. My mom had a beautiful singing voice. And one of the songs she used to sing was "Climb Every Mountain". Many memories entered my heart. And, the words of the song were appropriate for me at this time as I climb a mountain that is very difficult, even with the gospel. How do you say good-bye to your mother when you know it will be the last good-bye?

I admit, I am suffering right now. My mom is on my mind every minute of every day...as soon as my feet hit the floor in the morning until they leave the floor at night.

Holli posted a beautiful video from Elder Holland, and his last words were "Don't quit". That's my goal.

Climb every mountain, search high and low
Follow every byway, every path you know.
Climb every mountain, ford every stream,
Follow every rainbow, 'til you find your dream!

A dream that will need
all the love you can give,
Every day of your life
for as long as you live.

Climb every mountain, ford every stream,
Follow every rainbow, 'til you find your dream!