This morning

One of the greatest gifts my Nate has ever given me, and he's giving me so very many, was to be
born yesterday. I woke up yesterday morning with the strongest desire to focus only on him and
the blessing he is in our family. I didn't look at a single headline or turn on the television for one
second. I asked my family to let yesterday be Nate's birthday and only that. I went to bed last night
feeling happy and peaceful and calm and grateful to the Lord for everything He has given me.

I woke up this morning and took time to read my scriptures and study the gospel and pray. And when
that was over, I asked Jacob the results of the election. When he told me, a sense of peace washed
over me. And it had nothing to do with who won, to be sure. Instead, it had everything to do with
my mind and heart knowing that nothing about this election or the outcome was a surprise to God.
And what an incredible privilege for me to lean more heavily on Him and pray that this nation will
do the same. He is over all. I know that as deeply as I know anything. I feel so blessed to live in
this great country and to know what I do about my Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ.

What a beautiful morning. I'm so, so blessed.