This past week has been hard, challenging, enlightening, and wonderful. I have learned a lot about myself and grown so much. When trials come to us it is always for a reason. Last month Lloyd Newell gave a talk in the Music and the Spoken Word with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir called "unexpected blessings" I highly recommend looking it up online and reading it. It will give you a boost and make you more grateful for your blessings.
I thought I would share a little bit of that talk since it is the month of giving thanks and all. He said,
"Life is filled with unexpected blessings. Often then come in the form of rewarding opportunities or wonderful experiences. But many times our most cherished blessings come from adversity that inspires personal growth. We shouldn't focus on 'why me?' Instead we MUST focus on how our problem has drawn us closer to God, to those we love, to the issues that really matter. Once we get past the unaswered questions, we might be surprised to find that our hardship has led to a blessing we've long sought. Truly it takes courage to see life's challenges as blessings. Yet hardships can become turning points, opportunities to learn, to love more deeply, to develop greater kindness and to forgive and cast aside resentments. We can be blessed with wisdom when we understand in very personal ways that on the other side of suffering is a depth of feeling, a perspective on life that we might not otherwise have known."
I found these words beautiful and inspiring. I am grateful for my countless blessings, including life's trials - that help me to learn and grow and become a better person.
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I haven't read that talk but the quote you put on your blog is amazing! I needed to hear that too! I will totally read the rest of it. Thanks!!! Luv ya!
That is a great talk, it is funny how life blesses us, like when Brad and I were trying to have a baby and we struggled... But now we have Brinlee and now I understand why we went through all that, it was to of corse get her, but I found that we could help her and her birth Mom and she can help us become parents... So for that I am truly greatful.
That is so awesome Kenzie. I think about you guys every time I drive by. Such a cute little family. I am so lucky to have such awesome neighbors!
Thanks for the insight! You are awesome and such a wonderful friend!
Hey, we decided to go private, and I didn't have your address to add. If you would like to view our blog just email me your address. bjisn1@yahoo.vom
Hey Kris, Ben and I were wondering if your condo was going to be available anytime soon? And how much are you renting it for? We need a place to stay for the next six months, and thought we might ask you?! Please let me know as soon as you read this.. Thanks
Thanks for the insight. Hope things are going better for you. Love you and always will!
Bri I am so sorry that it has taken me so long to see this post from you. Our current renters are still there, we have had a few problems with payment with them, but they are still there and I don't think their lease is up until Sept. I wish we could rent it to you guys - that would be great. If anything changes I will let you know. Thanks!
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