I have seen so many miracles poured out upon me the last few months. I had a glorious summer in Nauvoo and learned that GOD LOVES EACH AND EVERY ONE OF HIS CHILDREN. He loves each of us so much that he has given us the Gospel of Jesus Christ that each of us can find Him.
Oh how grateful I am for this knowledge. We are HIS children first and foremost, always and forever. What a glorious truth! I took this picture of the Nauvoo Temple one evening after the pageant as I sat on that hill and contemplated each of my brothers and sister and my deep desire for our family to be able to enter this building together. My heart yearns so deeply for that day. So I will continue to seek HIM in all things that someday we may all be in this place together.
After Nauvoo I went on a glorious little vacation with Adrien to Chicago. We went to the Art Institute of Chicago and had an experience that has changed my life forever. As we walked, barely speaking, through rooms full of masterpieces from around the world, we were at a loss for words at the complete act of creation that was before us at every turn. As we left that building I felt as though I could do anything. It was purely inspiring to view such amazing examples of men and women that (whether they knew it or not) were given Godly talents and as a result solidified my burning conviction to never stop creating for the Lord. This is part of a mural by Chagall painted on glass....Purely breathtaking.
After Chicago I raced home to move into my new casa that is simply heaven. I live with the most amazing women in the world. Once upon a time, I swore the next person I shared an apartment with would be my husband...I made an exception for these girls and it was totally worth it! I have not regretted one day and I am learning so much from each of them. They are so talented, so strong and we are having a blast. After the move I ran away to Oregon with some friends and got to partake of this gorgeous scenery every day. Uh yeah, stunning to say the least. It was heaven and the reunion with nature that I so desperately needed. My mother sent me a letter each day telling me stories of her experiences in this glorious place. I felt her so closely and learned so much about my unique pioneer heritage and the sacrifice that brought me into this world. I spent the days playing in the sea, collecting shells, reading for pure enjoyment and watched the sunset like this one...Be jealous.
It was finally time to return home but the fun wasn't done yet! My Birthday present to myself this year, was going to the Weepies Acoustic Concert. Oh my goodness, Deb Talan is my hero...such talent! These two inspire my dreams and give me hope that I can do anything as long as I give it all my heart. Quite an experience to realize that truth is everywhere, you just have to seek it out. These two fell in love and tour now with their two little ones...it was a joy to see how much they love each other and their children, all the while playing stunning melodies. Lately music has been the source of my sanity and complete motivation. Nothing like a powerful song to lift my weary head....I will follow my dreams...
So now its back to the daily grind of school, work, preparing for grad school...and reaching for the stars. This summer changed my life in more ways than I can really explain. But I have realized that the Lord is on my side. We are capable of anything...the Lord wants us to succeed gloriously! And with enough hard work and hope in Him we can achieve anything.
I look at the people I admire most and the common themes I see are gratitude, charity, hope and JOY! So I choose these things too...I want to be deliriously happy...what's holding me back???...absolutely nothing! I live in stunningly beautiful world, with sunsets, stars, rainstorms, fall leaves, and warm sunshine. I am surrounded by the best people under the heavens...every day of my life. I have the most inspiring family and will forever be in their debt for getting me where I am today. I am inspired by the generosity of a loving Heavenly Father...so here goes everything...I will be happy no matter what!
Oh Louis... thank you for inspiring me yet again...
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