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First of all, thanks, mostlysane1...you always get it and it is an inspiration to know how you have done with this lately! Next, I need to write what I know, for me. If it gets too personal, I will delete it and you will never see it. :) God doesn't have this secret code we have to figure out, not really. For me, it's about relationship, what He knows I know, what I am ready for, where I am at in my progress towards Him. When I get caught up too much in what others think an answer looks like or feels like I find myself apt to diminish what I already know or what I have experienced. I love in the Doctrine and Covenants when God said to Oliver to think back on the night, "Did I not speak peace to your mind concerning the matter"? So....the best way for me is to think about my other experiences. The "no" answer I was doubting though because "yes" answers and even "wait, not now" answers, are so much easier to assimilate. It wasn't pleasant. I had to admit I was wrong. I felt horrible until then. The good feeling, the confirmation, came as I threw away my core and gave up my plan. I had to ..., bloom where I am planted more, wait longer, still not know the future... In short, I am to continue here on earth according to Plan, be me even though. Be me and act as if His promises are true, even if they seem impossible right now. He wants me to go to HIM to talk about my relationship with Him. It must be offensive when we ask everyone but Him. Nephi knew he had to get the plates but he didn't know how. He was given one step at a time. Joseph Smith had his grand experience but didn't know what to do with it, for four long years. That sounds horrible to me and I have so much more empathy for him than I could have otherwise.