Time Out For Women

A few weeks ago I had the  privilege of going to Time Out For Women in Fresno. This is an event just for women 18 and older. They have inspirational speakers, and musical performances. I got to go with my friend Krista, her mom Dena, her 2 sisters Megan and Ashley, and her nephew Tyler (he's only 4 months old). The 5 of us women had a really nice time. We went down Friday day and stayed in a hotel. The event started Friday night. We got there just in time. That night was amazing! I don't think I have laughed and cried so much like I did that night. After it was over we went in search of some food. I can not believe how hard we had to really search, even with a GPS. We would follow the directions and once it said we were there we saw nothing, or it was completely shut down. We just ended up going to a Denny's that we had seen while driving around.

We woke up Saturday morning and headed to the convention center for another amazing day of speakers and music. It was over about 4 and we headed back home to our families. 

Krista and I

Ashley, Krista, Me, Megan, Dena, and baby Tyler

Me and Krista

Krista and I being nerds. For some reason this is Krista's favorite pose.

The events focus this year is "Choose to Become". I am so glad that I got to go. It's always nice to be able to get away and have sometime to be with other women and be able to realize that your life is no different than anyone else. Yes we all have different trials and challenges, but we think and feel quite the same. I can say for myself that going was what I needed. Like I said earlier I can't remember the last time I laughed and cried so hard. I needed that! The experiences I had while there are ones that have impacted my life and have made me change who I am and what I want out of life. I feel like over this last year I have grown a ton, not in body size, but as a person. The best part is knowing this change has been for the better and has made me an even happier person. I really appreciate Krista for coming up with the idea of going to Time Out For Women. She is a great friend and I appreciate all that she and I have gone through and will continue to go through as friends. 

I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints is the only true church on this earth today. I am so thankful for all that the church offers everyone. The programs, events, support, love, activities, and much more that I have experienced throughout my life in the church have been amazing! I love this time of year to be able to focus on my Savor and His Resurrection. I have a testimony of Jesus Christ and my Father in Heaven. I know President Monson is a prophet of God. I know the Bible and Book of Mormon are both a testament of Jesus Christ. I am so thankful for all that I have in my life! I am very blessed!

That weekend at Time Out For Women really helped me feel rejuvenated! I can't wait to be able to go again!