I visit teach a dear 83 year old woman. The first time I called her to set up an appointment, she sounded curt and unfriendly, and I was unsure of how the visit would go. After seeing her and talking to her for the first time, I couldn't have been more wrong in my first impression. She is such a sweet and caring woman. She greets me each time I come and go with a heart-felt hug. She is always concerned about how I am doing. When I ask her what I can do for her, she always responds with "Nothing at all. You just take care of your family."
I admire her for her love of the gospel and the Lord. She always has a well-read copy of the Ensign on her table and a general conference tape in the player. She is dedicated in her temple attendance, even though she has so many good excuses not to go.
She is such a Christ-like example to me. This sweet woman cares for her two great-grandchildren whose mother is not stable enough to have custody.
I have come to love and respect her and I consider her my dear friend. On my last visit, I received a gift from her. She told me that she can't wear it anymore and wanted me to have it. It's a real turquoise and silver concho belt. I just think it's beautiful and it is precious to me knowing that it came from her.
