Alright, I know it's been like, MONTHS since I've posted. I have just been crazy for some time now. I'm dealing with a lot in my life at this point...good things and bad things...but aren't we all?
But instead of focusing on the bad things, I want to focus on the good things. So from the inspiration of my dear friend Lura's weekly blogs, I'm going to post six things I can smile about, because that's what we should always focus on! So here they are.
1. My supportive family. Especially my mom! She has put up with so much with all of my problems and issues and has held strong. My family never puts me down when I think I have failed, and that is certainly something to smile about!
2. The BEST cat in the world! My cat Sheba ALWAYS makes me smile, even if I'm down in the dumps! She is the sweetest, most beautiful and precious cat I could ever hope to have. I wish she could live with me till the day I die! She is the best!!!
3. An absolutely AWESOME dog!! Our dog Sundance is such a sweetheart! He is such a loving dog and he is just gorgeous to boot! Animals are such a blessing in our lives, especially when we are going through hard times.
4. This should really be at the top of the list. The gospel of Jesus Christ makes me smile, actually, it makes me BEAM! When I truly think of the wonderfulness that is our Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost, I get all warm inside and my heart swells. If I didn't have this in my life, who knows what I would be doing with myself!
5. Being called to be the Young Women's Secretary makes me smile!! I've always wanted to have a calling in the Young Women's program, and now I have. And I couldn't be luckier because we have the best young women I could imagine and the best leaders for me to work with I could imagine!!! I am so blessed to be called to this wonderful position!
6. I had the pleasure of going up to Utah this weekend and visiting with family I hardly ever get to see exept maybe once or twice a year if I'm lucky. We only got to spend one day up there. It was a very last minute trip, but I was so happy to have the opportunity to go spend the day with them! It was a thrill!
It's really nice to be able to take the time to count the blessings in my life. There are more blessings and reasons for me to smile than I listed, and I want to always be mindful of them and to thank my Heavenly Father for each blessing that I have.
6 comments:
I know it seems wierd that I titled this blog as "AAAHHHHH". I started out writing the blog with the intention of venting all of the problems I was going through. Then as I started to write it, I decided I would list the things to smile about instead of listing my petty complaints. So if anybody is confused about my title, that's the little story behind it. ;)
Isn't it great to be surrounded by blessings! I'm glad you have that attitude. I struggle with that often...
Hey Chelsea! I came across your blog while looking at Holly's sling website. It's so cool to get to read up on people that I've lost track of through the years. By the way--LOVE the blond hair! Take care--
What a wonderful post. I am saying "ahhhh" because it is so nice. I am glad that you have those things to smile about.
You make me smile. I too am glad that you are in YW. I love seeing you there. I found out were we can find the PP requirement for you. Alicia has the book and we can look it up Sunday.
Can we still bring Heidi next week?
She is anxious to see you folks and Sundance.
Have a good weekend. I'll see you Sunday. Love, Lura
Wow...I just looked at your web counter and you have had almost 1000 readers...isn't that amazing!!!
Pop over to my blog and pick up an award I have for you.
I miss you. Tell Heidi and the YW hello and love from me.
Chelsea, I am so glad you made this post. It helped remind me of all those things that make me smile and renew my efforts to not let the bad stuff get me down.
I'm also really excited you are working with the YW. I loved my calling as YW president. I've always said working with the YW is the very best job in the Church. Have fun with it.
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