a great start

for the first time in a LONG time, i've been focused on the messages of general conference. i didn't fall asleep through any of the sessions today and it seemed there was at least one phrase out of each talk that spoke directly to me. here are some that i wrote down:

• love does NOT supersede the commandments
• every parent knows they can completely love a child while being creatively disappointed in their self-destructive behavior
• the promise of eternal life should be the incentive to give our best and serve the Lord with all of our heart, might, mind, and strength
• with increased spiritual strength we learn to temper our anger and protect ourselves against addictions
• we live in an impatient and intemperate world. security for our families comes from self-control and avoiding the excesses of this world
• the scriptures do NOT say we will forget our sins in mortality. relief will come in the timetable of the Lord
  
• all beings who have bodies have power over those who do not
• burdens invite us to yield to the spirit, therefore becoming blessings
• teaching helps save lives
• what we know is not always reflected in what we do
• eternal principles can get lost in the labyrinth of good ideas