"Talking" With Thomas

Today was probably the highlight of my visit this summer with Amy's family; I had the privilege of helping Thomas give a talk in Primary. The theme was member missionary work, and so the subject of his talk was about how being a good example is the best way to be a missionary. We used a picture of Ammon from the Book of Mormon and focused on how he was able to influence King Lamoni and his people because he was a good example of living the gospel. We practiced with Thomas several times, and he knew what to say well enough to keep finishing the sentences (except he kept changing "Lamanites" for "the bad guys"--kinda funny!). But when it came time to give his talk in Primary, Thomas had a little bit of stage fright at first. I stood right behind him, and whispered the words to him, and he then recited his talk very well and bravely. It was a special experience for me to share this little part of his life!