Things you learn

This has been a year of struggles that has really brought me more and more to my knees. Though I never have doubted the love Christ has for me sometimes I wondered if he was hearing my prayers. Many times I had changed my prayers around. But then a wonderful bishop spoke inspired words that brought me further into myself and discovering more about who I am from where I came. I have felt the depth of the Lord's love for me and His love for all of His children. I have learned more about Charity and the pure love of Christ. As much as I thought I understood Charity, I found how much I really didn't understand and how much I really didn't know. Studying this topic has brought a deeper understanding of His love and how far I still have to go to be as He wants me to be. In this life we often think and consider what is best for us but don't look and expand ourselves. To become more like Him I must come out of myself and search for ways to serve Him. The ways I find to serve may not be what others think is best but I must serve as He wants me to do so. Each day I pray for ways to serve and expand His love to others.

Quincy going after the ball Reilly taking a break

I find myself greatly blessed to have so many of my grandchildren nearby. I enjoy going to as many of their activities as I possibly can. It is so much fun to watch them play and learn this game. Quincy would often during a game get tired and just stop and lay down on the field. Then get up and run after the ball again. Reilly really hates playing goalie. She gets so bored just hanging out their when the ball is on the other end of the field. You would often find her laying down in the goal just waiting for the ball. She enjoys being the chaser and running the field.

I guess for now I am lucky to only have two grandchildren playing. Imagine what it will be like when more of them get involved in sports or other things. I will be very busy.

I so much miss my two who live 10 hours away. I haven't seen them since March and I miss them so much. Maybe I will go there for Thanksgiving. That would be fun.