Follow The Prophet – The Words & Deeds of God's Living Prophet, President Thomas S. Monson

It is in little acts of kindness that I think we see someone’s true character and charity.  These acts certainly follow President Monson, and are an example to us.  A blogger writes:

I had lunch with Aunt Maydae today.
She told me the best story.
Earlier this week she and some friends had dinner at the Lion House.
Maydae and her friends use the underground tunnels in SLC.
On their way home, they were passed by
President Monson in a golf cart, with a driver.
A few minutes later the driver came back, without President Monson.
The driver said,
“The boss told me to take you ladies
wherever you want to go.”
Maydae was tickled and accepted the ride home.

A sister missionary in the MTC preparing for her mission to Sweden noted today that Sister Ann Dibb, President Monson’s daughter, came and spoke to them this week.  Sister Dibb said that her dad’s favorite color is yellow, and one of his favorite scriptures is Proverbs 3:5–6:

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Sister Ann Dibb, second counselor in the Young Women's general presidency, and daughter of President Monson

Blogger Kimberly Job had the opportunity this week to attend a meeting where Sister Ann Dibb spoke, second counselor in the Young Women’s general presidency, and daughter of President Monson.  Among the many things she spoke about, she gave an intimate glimpse of her father, and what it is like being the daughter of the prophet.

She noted that she is a whiner and that her father is always trying to help her see the bright side of things.  He tells her to let things go if there is nothing she can do about it, which she eventually concedes to.

She gave many fun details about President Monson.  He loves chocolate, and whistles when he’s happy.  He takes care of pigeons, loves going to musicals, fishing, springer spaniels, and attending Utah Jazz basketball games.

Sister Dibb was asked if she can call her father when she wants to.  She said that she respects his time and busy schedule, but that she can talk to him when she needs him.

President Monson loves pictures of his wife, Frances.  He also loves certain television shows including Perry Mason, Antiques Roadshow, Lawrence Welk, sports, and the news.

She said that her father is not perfect, but that she loves him, and is grateful for his example of loving others.

To read the full notes from Sister Dibb’s meeting, see the link below:

Scribbled Scraps – “A Personal Look at the Prophet”

Place: West Jordan Sunset Ridge Stake Center, UT
Purpose: The viewing of Br. William David Miller

A couple weeks ago (Jan 14, 2010) President Monson attended the viewing of one of the missionaries who served under him when he was mission president in the Canadian Mission from 1959-1962.  The brother was William David Miller from West Jordan, Utah.

A member from the stake, Julie Weiss, tells of a special experience that happened that evening: Continue reading

Sister Ann M. Dibb, left, Sister Frances Monson, center, and President Thomas S. Monson pose following the Draper Utah Temple dedication sessions. (Gerry Avant)

President Monson’s wife, Sister Frances Monson, fell down last month on November 4th and broke her shoulder and hip.  This is the reason that President Monson could not attend the Regional Conference in Hawaii.  He stayed home to care for Frances.

The Deseret News reports that she is undergoing rehabilitation, according to Scott Trotter, spokesman for the Church, and is making progress towards recovery.  Trotter said that “President Monson wishes to express his gratitude for the prayers and well-wishes of those concerned for Sister Monson’s welfare.”

You can read more about this at the link below:

Deseret News – “Sister Frances Monson, wife of LDS Church president, recovering from fall”