Sunday we attended our new ward and were welcomed with an outpouring of love, just what you need in unfamiliar territory! During Relief Society we had a lesson on Finding Joy in the Journey by President Monson.
As the lesson was presented and comments were made I realized... that is exactly what I have been lacking. The fact that I take simple things for granted not realizing that "opportunities come and then they are gone." All too often I am too busy with the things that I think are important that I miss out on those that truly are. President Monson quotes, "You pile up enough tomorrows, and you'll find you've collected a lot of empty yesterdays." As a mother, moments of overwhelming inadequacy and frustration often get in the way of me recognizing how truly blessed I am to have two healthy, beautiful children who I love more than words can describe yet I don't show it like I should. They truly look past all my flawes and weaknesses with unconditional love and patience, no wonder we are taught to become as little children. "Our realization of what is most important in life goes hand in hand with gratitude for our blessings." I guess I needed to write my thoughts down to better help me understand that I need to enjoy each day as it comes and although yesterday may not have been perfect I can only work on today so tomorrow will be!!
