Life is not a race- but indeed a journey. Be honest. Work hard. Be choosy. Say "thank you", "I love you", and "great job" to someone each day. Go to church and take time for prayer. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh. Let your handshakes mean more than pen and paper. Love your life and what you've been given, it is not accidental- search for your purpose and do it as best as you can. Dreaming does matter. It allows you to become that which you aspire to be. Laugh often. Appreciate the little things in life and enjoy them. Some of the best things really are free. Do not worry, less wrinkles are more becoming. Forgive, it frees the soul. Take time for yourself- plan for longevity. Recognize the special people you've been blessed to know. Live for today, enjoy the moment.
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Welcoming December
Where has time gone. I for one, cannot believe that it's already December. It's that time of year again; where malls are crowded, towns are lit up, and everyone is wishing for snow. Everywhere I go I can hear Christmas music playing and children so very excited, waiting for Santa's arrival. This is a magical time of year, where one can imagine anything that they want and have the hope that it will happen. Having two nieces makes it even more amazing.
Every year I always have something that I want or that I cannot do without. That's why it was such a surprise to me when this year, I couldn't really think of anything extraordinary that I wanted... that could be bought anyway. So this Christmas is going to be different for me, I can already sense it.
How can I sense this? Because I have a greater appreciation for everything in my life, and the many wonderful people that have influenced me. As I look back over the past year, I can't help but feel joy for the things that I've had to overcome. I'm not saying that my life has been harder than anyone else's by any means, all I'm saying is that everyone struggles and everyone reacts differently to what has been placed before them. I feel that this year has been filled with trials, and I often find myself thinking that I'm in the same spot in life, and that's when I look back and I can see how far I have come. I can see how much I have grown.
I have never had to do so much soul searching... ever. I've come to know for myself just how much my Savior loves me and how infinite his Atonement is for all of us. I see my Heavenly Father's hand in my life, and I know that He will bless me with everything that He sees fit to bless me with, if I have faith. I know the importance of timing and patience. I know how much I am loved. I will be forever thankful that my family is an eternal family. I wouldn't know what I would do without them, they are my everything.
This year, I'm welcoming December with a greater appreciation of everything that's aruond me, especially the Man that's the reason for the season.
Every year I always have something that I want or that I cannot do without. That's why it was such a surprise to me when this year, I couldn't really think of anything extraordinary that I wanted... that could be bought anyway. So this Christmas is going to be different for me, I can already sense it.
How can I sense this? Because I have a greater appreciation for everything in my life, and the many wonderful people that have influenced me. As I look back over the past year, I can't help but feel joy for the things that I've had to overcome. I'm not saying that my life has been harder than anyone else's by any means, all I'm saying is that everyone struggles and everyone reacts differently to what has been placed before them. I feel that this year has been filled with trials, and I often find myself thinking that I'm in the same spot in life, and that's when I look back and I can see how far I have come. I can see how much I have grown.
I have never had to do so much soul searching... ever. I've come to know for myself just how much my Savior loves me and how infinite his Atonement is for all of us. I see my Heavenly Father's hand in my life, and I know that He will bless me with everything that He sees fit to bless me with, if I have faith. I know the importance of timing and patience. I know how much I am loved. I will be forever thankful that my family is an eternal family. I wouldn't know what I would do without them, they are my everything.
This year, I'm welcoming December with a greater appreciation of everything that's aruond me, especially the Man that's the reason for the season.
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