How to Create Jealousy

Little did I know when I became Primary President that one of my jobs would be to put together Priesthood Preview for the 11-year-old boys. I'm still learning new things even though I am already 5 months into my calling.

Tonight was my first Priesthood Preview program and despite the fact that we only had five boys turning 12 this year and really only a potential of three showing up for the program, I wanted it to be a good one for them. And part of that, of course, means good refreshments right?

So I decided on a black and white theme because I thought it went well with white shirts and suits that the boys have to wear to church to pass the sacrament. I spent my Saturday working on a few things ....



When I made the cupcakes my kids asked, "what's that for?" I answered, "Priesthood Preview."

When I made the dipped pretzels they asked, "what's that for?" I answered, "Priesthood Preview."

When I made the mint chocolates they asked, "what's that for?" I answered, "Priesthood Preview."

There was a lot of weeping and wailing. "Why can't I be 11?" they all said.

"One day you will be," I said.

"But they won't have these same treats!"

They're right. I probably won't do that again. Although they look great it was too time consuming. I think next year I'm buying a box of frosted cookies from Wal-Mart.