Dowdle Fireside

Deb and Eric Dowdle, Eve & Michael Dowdle

We had a wonderful time last night with our friends, Michael and Eve Dowdle. Eric and Mike did a youth fireside on keeping the Spirit of God in our lives and being an example. They did it for the Big Cottonwood Stake in Holladay. The leaders there were very gracious. 

Eric spoke on the effects that art and music has on the Spirit. He told some great stories that had the kids laughing (he wouldn't be Eric if he didn't). He also shared a personal experience that helped everyone see that our greatest masterpieces are found in the lives of our children. It was beautiful and there were a few tears. 

Michael demonstrated through his guitar how the Spirit feels (beautiful!). The Spirit was very strong and the kids got to keep the memory for future reference. He also talked of intelligence (light and truth) and how when we are "in tune", we feel comfort and warmth. He demonstrated an "out of tune" feeling effectively and everyone winced. 

It was a great evening. We feel very blessed to have Mike and Eve as friends, and to have the gospel in our lives.