Embarking My Life

Many things have happened since I wrote last, my dear readers. I have had to make some hard decisions that are not only affecting my summer plans but for pretty much the rest of the year. I am still going to be a counselor with a new youth program called BASEcamp. It is similar to EFY but going to be more hands-on and get the youth more excited and involved in their preparation to serve missions and make the Gospel a part of their everyday life. The only downside is that there will only be three weeks instead of the anticipated seven. So I need to find another job...please be on the lookout for me. I have also started working on the little things that have made an impact on my life when I haven't done them. Working out, reading my scriptures, and praying every day have been something I have struggled with. Little by little I am working on becoming better. I have started reading "Am I a Saint Yet?" by M. Sue Bergin. It talks about healing from the pains of perfection...

Four years have passed since I lost my best friend and mother to causes on the other side. I guess Heavenly Father needs her more than I do right now. Sometimes it's hard to believe that, but I just have to. I know she's serving others in heaven, and I can't wait to see her again. I have felt closer to her lately than I have for awhile. I know she's aware of me and loves me. I wish she was here for things, but I know she is able to see me and is looking out for me.  Mom with me after performing in Alta High School's production of "Oklahoma". The only thing that makes me sad is that I haven't had as much time with her as others have. I can't wait to see her again. My heart hurts missing her, but I'm eternally grateful for the Plan of Salvation and the knowledge it gives me to see her again.  Love you Mom. To the moon and back. To the heavens and back. To eternity and back.  I love you Forever and Always.