big day

So today I gave my first talk! I feel like I've crossed some sort of a threshold.  How exciting!  A few weeks back one of the members of the bishopric asked me if I would talk about "enduring to the end" and gave me the 3rd article of faith as a scripture reference. 

It has been a long journey, and the final-final-final draft was not completed until 12am last night.  Did I mention I had to print it out in dark green print because my black cartridge was out? Oh yes, it has been a busy semester so far.

Delivering my talk, which was what I was most nervous about, actually went well.  I heard my bishop whisper behind me as I finished, "a great talk." So I ended up focusing mostly on how endurance is tied directly to finding joy and to do that we need to a) follow the commandments b) perfect ourselves. 

I am so happy that my mom, stepdad, and two sorority sisters were able to attend. My mom called me later and said that she really enjoyed and agreed with what I had to say.  It is so nice to bring friends to church and have them meet all my other buddies.

Wait... did I not tell you what I wore? Oh just a little gray and navy number from this place complete with navy heels.  Did I mention how hard it was to find navy heels?  Worst fashion search ever-

Here is an audio of my talk, please be patient when you first click to play.  It takes a few minutes to load and for a little bit it is just silent, but I promise it is worth it to listen! You may need to move the little ball a bit until it starts playing. I am so proud that I figured out Garage Band then was able to add it to the post.

Edited to add:

What a man.  President Gordon. B Hinckley
June 23, 1910-January 27, 2008

Comments

[Shannon M.]

Hey, go you!!! I tried to listen to your clip but it won't let me. But I would love to read your entire talk so please send it to me. I bet it was wonderful. And that's so great that your mom came to be there for you. How special :)

[Dad]

Katie:

I just listened to your talk. Very nice job + I loved your thinking and delivery. Of course since you are my daughter , I wouldn't expect less than a stellar and moving talk.

Well done young lady! See you on Saturday .

Love

Dad

[Allison K]

Congratulations on a great first talk! Wonderfully done!

[teresa]

Oh, first talks are always hard- {I couldn't pull up your talk- not sure why} anyways bet it was fabulous!
You crack my up- thanks for adding what you wore that day :} I believe that's very important also- there are many aspects to giving a talk- message/content, delivery,appearance- etc. way to go on touching on all of them...

[shan]

hooray! It sounds like a total success. And how awesome that your mom & stepdad & friends were there for it. You have the greatest support.
I'm anxious to HEAR your talk, but I gotta get the kids some dinner. I'll definitely be checking it out later.

[Lisa Brown]

What a wonderful talk - very inspiring. Wish I could have been there to listen in person :). You are amazing!!

PS. It was so great to actually hear you give the talk.

[Keya]

You did an awesome job. I totally agree with you.