Also, I’m sorry that my notes came off as “rude and irreverent,” that was definitely not my intention. I also view General Conference as a very special (maybe even a sacred) event and I was merely providing some personal observations. However, I do not think that the speakers are above critique and I think there is room for (at least) some level of disagreement and discussion.

As much as i LOVE reading this blog every week, i am offended by you “assessment” of some of the speakers. For example: Ann M Dibb did use scripture (romans 1:16, james 1:22, and Luke 22:42 were the ones i caught) as well as a quote from Joseph Smith. I really ENJOYED her talk, as it made me ponder what my “statement” would be. She is the 2nd counselor in the Young Womens General Presidency, so im sure her talk was more focused towards the youth than the adults. There are many ages and backgrounds watching conference. Not everything is centered towards very adult topics.
Also, your comment regarding Elder Cooks talk: “Violence and sexual sins are at the root of our non-committal attitude to the Church. I’m not sure why he focused his comments concerning physical abuse focused on men and not women. I wish the church leaders would not label these as “male” problems, but people problems. Violence against men in marriage is very under reported.” I dont really feel that he focused on women primarily being physically abused at ALL. If he did, it might have been a sentence or two.
It saddens me that you werent “satisfied” with the talks given this morning and i find some of these comments to be rude and irreverent. Members (active and inactive) as well as non-members read this blog. General Conference is very sacred to me, and i take it very seriously. I really hope you will consider re-watching (or reading) these talks when you are in a different frame of mind. The few talks i have been able to listen to (so far) have really touched my heart.