This, I know

Last Sunday, Randy and I spoke in church.  My topic was "Testimony".  I knew what I wanted to say, but while I was pondering, I was lead to other more Gospel founded truths, which I thankfully used, instead.
Since then, however, a memory I had while preparing, seems to keep coming back.  Part of my talk was about how your spiritual life experiences can be kept in your "duffel bag" of knowledge that can be unpacked and reflected on again and again to validate your testimony over and over.
Today is Julianne's birthday and since the story is about her, I'll fill you in on one of the most spiritual experiences I have ever had.
We went with her on that beautiful Sunday morning in her high school days, to receive her Patriarchal blessing.  President Myers greeted us and we followed him to the front room.  After getting to know her a little better, he led us all back to his study.  This was a big deal for Julianne, but it was also a big deal for me.  My firstborn.  Now grown into a beautiful, worthy, and spotless girl.  She sat in front of him with her arms folded, bowing with faith, as he stood behind her and laid his hands on her head.  His voice was soft and peaceful.  I tried to soak in every word.
I closed my eyes and as I tried to concentrate,  a thin veil surrounded me ,filled with the Holy Ghost.  As President Myers words turned to background, the words I heard so clearly were, "You do love her, but I lover her more."  With the veil still thin, I could feel the difference between my sweet love for her, compared to His much deeper love for her.  I then knew He did indeed love her beyond my earthly understanding.
I can't deny the feeling.  It was mine to treasure.  This I know.  Heavenly Father is real and we are spiritual sons and daughters of Heavenly parents who love us more than we really know.
When I think about that experience, the peace and validation comes back to me just like it happened a minute ago.
This, I know.