To New Beginnings

Yesterday was very bittersweet for me as I stood to be released from the Young Women's President in my ward. I look back on the last 2 years of activities, monthly early morning baptisms, girls camps, presidency meetings, bishopric/ward counsel meetings, and it was all worth it! I will admit there were moments where I didn't completely love what I was doing, but I realize now more then ever that Heavenly Father knows me & knew that I needed this experience to strengthen my testimony & development a knowledge that I am a Daughter of God. It's amazing how that simple truth can give you peace of mind and comfort in a time where your whole world seems to be falling apart! I have learned so much in the last few years that it is hard to put into words. I'd like to share just a few things...

• First, I learned that Heavenly Father loves all of his children equally. And in some weird way, I like to think that He loves those who are struggling just a little bit more ;) I would love to share details about why I feel this way but because I don't want to share anything too personal to someone else, I'll have to skip that.


• Second, When opportunities come into your life that seem too big, or too hard, accept the challenge & do all in your power to do a good job! I look back on the overwhelming calling to serve as the Young Women's President, & had I went with my first instinct, to say no, I would've missed out on one of the sweetest experiences of my life!


• Belief Your Beliefs! I've heard that phrase before & it never sank in until now. I've always believed that families are forever & that being sealed in the temple allows you to live with your families for eternity, & if you were to loose a child in infancy that you would have the chance to raise them again in Heaven. It is amazing how you know something your whole life & then when it actually happens, you loose a child in infancy, you really have to stick to your faith, and belief your beliefs, or your testimony will crumple quickly.

I will deeply miss being with the girls & the women I served with! A new phase of life has began. I've entered the beautiful world of motherhood. Although the road has been paved with many unexpected trials, I look forward to the future & what joy life will continue to bring us!