I haven't posted in a few months but I just have a few things I need to get out of my system. This post is going to be a little bit of a thankamony but I've found this to be the easiest way to stop thinking my life is falling apart. I just need to go through the list of all the people that are teachers in my life right now and thank them. I'm not looking for anything back after writing this. I just need to write this all out to see how amazing my life really is.
Audriana Jayne - You always believe the best in people. You see a person that everyone else automatically labels as bad news and you take them in. You love people because you know everyone has the potential to become something better than what they are. You have a true understanding of the atonement and it's ability to cleanse others of their mistakes and wrong doings. Thank you for being my "mom" and just holding me when I need it. I can truly say I've never connected with a friend on such a deep spiritual level in my life.
Jake Andersen - You understand that life is for laughing. You continually teach me that God wants me to happy through my trials and learn from them. You teach me the importance of hard work and sacrifice. You teach me that happiness takes work, I can't just expect it to come without doing anything in order to receive it. You make me smile when all I want to do is cry and work when I want to give up.
Julie (Mama) Byron - You handle life and it's challenges with such grace by looking outside yourself and always making time for your children. You have one of the most sensitive hearts that I one day hope to attain. You understand that your worth is determined by the Lord and not by others. I can sincerely say that you are my best friend. I know you'll love me even in the moments I can't find love for myself.
Sterling Randle -Even though I can't personally talk with you right now I find such strength in your letters. I know you write your emails to everyone back at home but I can't help but think certain things in them are for me. Thank you for teaching me how to listen to the spirit. You've taught me that everyone has different talents that help us build the Lord's kingdom. You teach me that we always have the ability to improve and come unto Christ. You continue to teach me how to look at the world and life as an adventure and something we must not fear.
Brooke Laursen - You continually teach me of faith. You have faith that everything will work out if you just give your all unto Christ. I've seen you blessed countless times this year due to your faith. Everyday I am working to build faith as strong as yours. You have been such a great roommate to me this year while I've struggled. I know its all very frustrating to you but you need to know that you've been an angel to me this year. You are going to bless so many people's lives by being their own personal angel while on your mission and for many years to come.
I have so many other people in my life that have blessed me substantially. The people listed are just in my thoughts and very near and dear to my heart at this moment in time. I love all of you that are reading this. Thank you for listening to the spirit and being an instrument in the Lord's hands at all times and an answer to my prayers. You will be blessed for you faithfulness.
P.S. - I know all these pictures are extremely outdated, you can tell by the ever-changing stages of my hair. My new goal is to take more pictures!
Audriana Jayne - You always believe the best in people. You see a person that everyone else automatically labels as bad news and you take them in. You love people because you know everyone has the potential to become something better than what they are. You have a true understanding of the atonement and it's ability to cleanse others of their mistakes and wrong doings. Thank you for being my "mom" and just holding me when I need it. I can truly say I've never connected with a friend on such a deep spiritual level in my life.
Jake Andersen - You understand that life is for laughing. You continually teach me that God wants me to happy through my trials and learn from them. You teach me the importance of hard work and sacrifice. You teach me that happiness takes work, I can't just expect it to come without doing anything in order to receive it. You make me smile when all I want to do is cry and work when I want to give up.
Julie (Mama) Byron - You handle life and it's challenges with such grace by looking outside yourself and always making time for your children. You have one of the most sensitive hearts that I one day hope to attain. You understand that your worth is determined by the Lord and not by others. I can sincerely say that you are my best friend. I know you'll love me even in the moments I can't find love for myself.
Sterling Randle -Even though I can't personally talk with you right now I find such strength in your letters. I know you write your emails to everyone back at home but I can't help but think certain things in them are for me. Thank you for teaching me how to listen to the spirit. You've taught me that everyone has different talents that help us build the Lord's kingdom. You teach me that we always have the ability to improve and come unto Christ. You continue to teach me how to look at the world and life as an adventure and something we must not fear.
Brooke Laursen - You continually teach me of faith. You have faith that everything will work out if you just give your all unto Christ. I've seen you blessed countless times this year due to your faith. Everyday I am working to build faith as strong as yours. You have been such a great roommate to me this year while I've struggled. I know its all very frustrating to you but you need to know that you've been an angel to me this year. You are going to bless so many people's lives by being their own personal angel while on your mission and for many years to come.
I have so many other people in my life that have blessed me substantially. The people listed are just in my thoughts and very near and dear to my heart at this moment in time. I love all of you that are reading this. Thank you for listening to the spirit and being an instrument in the Lord's hands at all times and an answer to my prayers. You will be blessed for you faithfulness.
P.S. - I know all these pictures are extremely outdated, you can tell by the ever-changing stages of my hair. My new goal is to take more pictures!
2 comments:
Thanks so much Shaunzi! Sharing your thoughts of gratitude brought tears of gratitude....Love you so much!!!! Thanks to you for being a wonderful daughter and friend....you are the BEST!!!!! Believe in yourself and know that you are LOVED!!!!
Shaunz, I am so grateful and glad that you have good friends at USU! I hope you know that even though we don't talk much I still love you, think about you often, and hope you are doing well!
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