This year was the first year I actually had watched almost every session of General Conference. Before, my family did not get on my case about seeing all of it, so I actually didn't even know there were four sessions. I didn't even have the time anyway; I was flooded with more extracurriculars than any person should ever be allowed to participate in. Plus, at home on a Saturday, who would want to sit and be lectured at while your friends are running all over the place? Such is one of the countless blessings I receive coming to BYU.

The talk that impacted me most at conference was, if I remember correctly, Elder Colbridge's talk on Saturday. He focused on staying faithful in hard times, with knowledge that the Lord would make things right as long as you stay on the path. At the time I heard this talk, I immediately thought of recent hardships that were taking a heavy toll on me, and had a sudden realization of the ways that the Lord had guided me to safety with strong friends (both new and old), a family that I could depend on, and oppurtunities that I never dreamed of getting (one of which being BYU Singers). As I sat there with my friends, I could feel a surge of peace warming my body. It was better than any comfort food. I'm really glad to have met people to depend on here, and that I have a clear pathway no matter what happens.