While In Danger

When President Joseph F. Smith was a young man, he was faced with this predicament:

"One morning when he and several other missionaries were returning to Salt Lake City, a group of rough Mormon-haters rode up on horses, firing their guns and cursing.

"The leader jumped off his horse and shouted, 'We will kill anyone who is a Mormon!'
The other missionaries had fled into the woods, but Joseph F. bravely stood his ground.
The man shoved a gun in Joseph F.'s face and asked, 'Are you a Mormon?'

"Joseph F. stood tall and aid, 'Yes siree; dyed in the wool; true blue, through and through!'

"The man was surprised at his reply.
He put the gun away, shook Joseph's hand, and said, 'Well, you are the pleasantest man I ever met! I'm glad to see a fellow stand up for his convictions.'
He jumped back on his horse and rode off with his companions."

James E. Faust -Acting for Ourselves and Not Being Acted Upon -October 1995 General Conference

Until you next see these words;
I'll be watching the leaves.
Enjoy the day!

-Sarnic Dirchi