The Sabbath

This week brings again a witness that the commitment I have made to avoid work on the sabbath is the right thing. And that when you put the Lord first all other things will be put in their right place or go away in our lives. (Pres. Benson)  I have a major negotiation ongoing with a group of decisions that will affect me at work for many years to come. We have a big conference call tomorrow AM to go over the last parts and they have been the points of contention all along the way. We had prepared a proposal but needed a couple of Vice Presidents to review it and agree. This was supposed to be by Friday afternoon. But one did. It, then said they would do it late Friday. On Saturday it still was not done. So I could not send it off but needed to so we could try to resolve it tomorrow. I had to explain to the VP (my boss) that if needed I would get up at 12 and rework the material but I do not work on the sabbath. It showed me again that the right things are understood by others and they will support righteous choices. When she got that she understood "120%" and offered to do the work since she had delayed. So I don't have to work the sabbath but still am able to get the material we need to move ahead. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart........

I also believe I am seeing more of the evidence from a quote from Elder Zwick he gave at the BYUI commencement. "Obedience brings blessings, but exact obedience brings miracles."  Live your life in such a way, especially Kieren and Gavin right now, that you can expect miracles and trust they will come your way. With the pressures of business and the expectations that are pushed on everyday at work, I believe it's a Miracle that I am trusted, allowed to set my own limits, hold to my family and sacred time, and still be put in positions of trust, confidence, support, and in line for promotions and increased responsibilities (that are reasonable, I don't want too much so I can still have a family and church life). I am truly blessed. 

I got the rest of the fireplace mantel installed. Mom is really happy and I like it a lot. 

On Saturday I worked again on the stands for the patio table. After I had worked a couple of hours mom said again she only wanted one leg. I am not so sure of the stability, and could only think of ways that would cost us, but after brainstorming and trying a few things, look at what we came up with!  All natural, near free, and I think it is pretty cool. Just lots of carving with a chainsaw and the sawzall. 

I still have to finish the tile around the actual wood stove, I forgot that is not done. I have the tile cut but am working a way to install it so I can still remove it later. 

I have loved your letters, pictures, and all from each of you. 

Love you forever,

Dad

3 John 1:4