So Blessed.

OH MY GOODNESS. I know I haven't posted in what feels like years, but I just got this amazing sense of gratitude and I felt like I needed to post about it! So here I was just trying to scrape by these last 3 days in high school, trying to keep my grading up, you know that usual procrastination. And all of the sudden I just felt this huge wave of gratitude wash over me. I guess its probably because right now is a very exciting time in my life, and also brings a lot of change with it. In just over a week I will have my high school diploma and be moving on to whatever this summer brings and college. And thinking about that I couldn't be more grateful for everything. 

First off, for my Heavenly Father. I am so glad that he made me who I am. I know that I am his daughter and I know that I will be able to live with him again. And knowing that brings peace, motivation, and SO much happiness into my life. When there are times when I want to freak out and give up, I remember that he's got everything under control and that he doesn't give anyone challenges they can't handle. 

Second, for Christ. This year my testimony of Jesus Christ has grown by incredible amounts. This past summer I decided that I was going to use this year to grow my relationship with Christ and learn more about Him. And doing this has been the best thing EVER. Like seriously I get so excited to read the scriptures now because I love reading about Him, and I feel so grateful knowing everything he has done for me. 

Third, for blessings. I feel like this year has brought a lot of challenges my way, but having that happen has let me see more clearly all the blessings in my life. Heavenly Father knows exactly what you need, and will always send blessings your way when you follow the commandments. If you read in the scriptures, there are so many amazing promises God makes, and I have learned that if you do what ever He says you need to do in order to receive those blessings, he will NEVER let you down. 

And for EVERYTHING else. Seriously I have so much to be grateful for! Its crazy!! 

Also, just thought I should share this talk by Elder Holland. Literally one of the strongest testimonies of the Book of Mormon that I have ever heard. So grateful for that book too. Everyone definitely needs to listen to this talk.