The Book of Orton

I Read this poem about President Hinckley today and thought it was very sweet. I hope that I can live my life so that my family can be comforted and rejoice in the life that I lived, and know that I'm recieving such a sweet embrace in heaven.

I imagine he's running to Marjorie now,
Yes, running, not waving his cane.
I see him embracing his father and mother
While they keep repeating his name.

I see him now meeting his forebears,
Brother Brigham and Joseph are there.
Sweet reunion of prophets, united by service
That only such noble men share.

I see him embraced by the Savior
While Father says, "Good and well done.
So faithful in stalwart endurance,
I welcomeMy noble, most excellent son."

I then hear the ripples of laughter
As he says the reception's just fine,
But he hopes that he'll get an assignment or two
Since there's no need to waste any time.

I can hear his clear voice in the stillness
At the close of this sweet Sabbath day,
Have faith and move forward.
There's work to be done.
President Hinckley would want it that way.

Anna M. Molgard January 27, 2008