Thoughts inspired by Sister J. Anette Dennis' October 2025 General Conference talk tilted "Cheering Each Other On" Runners get ready, We all take our marks, The pistol fires starting the pace. Though try as I might To take hold of the lead, I soon find myself in last place. And with every stride I fall further behind ‘Til im left far behind in the back. With the spectators mock? Will the racers deride? Did I put on display all I lack? Should I stay in the race? Should I

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