A month of gratitude - week 3

Nov 15

Technology

Sometimes it's easier to recognize all the cons that technology brings to our lives. But really, I can't imagine living without it. Being able to communicate with people with ease all throughout the day. Being able to send simple, quick texts to my family. Without technology, communication and keeping in touch with friends and family and long distances would sure be a pain! I'm grateful for technology and for the opportunities it brings and blessing it is in our lives. 

Nov 16

The Sacrament

I am so grateful for the chance I have to partake of the sacrament each Sunday and be forgiven of all my wrong-doings. What a different world this would be, and what a different life I would have, if we didn't have a Savior who gave us the opportunity to become better. Every single week, I have to chance to have all of my sins washed away and to start new. I'm so grateful for a merciful and understanding Savior that knew that I would need 2nd, 3rd, 1000th chances to be able to return back to him. He loves us and I love him. 

Nov 17

Priesthood

I am so blessed to have been raised with the Priesthood in my home. My father was the greatest example to me of a worthy priesthood holder. My brothers have all carried that on, as well. I have grandfathers, uncles, and cousins who all hold the priesthood. My sisters all married priesthood holders. I myself married a worthy priesthood holder who was raised in the same circumstances as I was, with a great father and family all around that are strong priesthood holders. Sometimes I almost wish that I knew how extremely blessed I am because, this is all I've known! So many people live their lives with only some priesthood around them, some with NO priesthood around them, and even more have never even heard of the power of the priesthood. I am grateful the I have men all around me that, when I ask, they are worthy of God's power and use it to bless me. 

Nov 18

Mitt and Hailey

Hahahahah! I know.. that subtitle. I'll explain. Today Mitt came to BYU to speak at devotional. For those of you who don't know... I am like... overly obsessed with Mitt Romney. I think he's one of the greatest men to ever walk this earth. And I think he would have been the greatest president of this country. Gahh ok, don't get me started on that. Anyway, I was finally able to see him speak live and what a great setting to see him in. He was able to speak about his presidential campaign as well as the gospel of Jesus Christ. He had many great thoughts for us as citizens of this country, as well as, members of this church. He's such a stellar guy. Also, I was able to go to cute little Hailey's play "Cinderella" at CVJH today. She was the STAR! Ok, not literally the lead of the play. But since we came to see her, she was the star. She really did great! I love plays but it's even funner to watch someone you know and love act in it! So, I am grateful for Mitt Romney and Hailey Robins. hahah!

Nov 19

Adam's hard work

I am grateful everyday for Adam's dedication to school. This morning I got a little grouchy at him for accidentally waking me up at 6:20 a.m. while he was getting ready. A few hours later I was feeling bad for getting upset and thought about how really grateful I am that he's willing to get up that early in the morning to go to school or go to his research lab. He even gets up that early just to get a head start on studying. I'm so lucky to have a hardworking husband who cares about his future career that will effect our family forever.

Nov 20

the Temple

We were able to go to the Temple this afternoon. I'm so grateful for the feeling I get when I go to the temple. I'm grateful that Adam I were able to get married in the temple and be sealed for eternity. I'm grateful that I live in a place that has so many temples nearby and allows me the opportunity to go whenever I need. I love the temple!

Nov 21

My job

I'm grateful for my job. I love working in a medical environment. I love receptionist work and being able to do so many different tasks. I love meeting new people everyday and seeing regular patients that come in several times a year. I love that I get to associate with people of all ages. I especially love working for my dad. I get to see the doctor side of him that you can only find at the office. I love my job!