Just a note of gratitude.

It was time for a new post. Later in life, which I hope is not in the too distant future, I'll be more on top of things. I want to do a photo of the day, quote of the day, song of the day, and...basically make every day worth something. Worth something to family, my friends, my readers of this blog, and mainly for myself. I haven't been doing the smile posts lately, and I really think I need to start that up again as well. Life is what you make it. I honestly used to get bugged by this saying as I thought that bad things happen to good people and sometimes you have no control over what happens in your life. But I realize now I have control over how I react. A couple weeks ago in church we had a lot of testimonies about how people were thankful for their trials. I too have a strong testimony about that. If it were not for my trials, I wouldn't be the person I am today. While that is a cliche saying, I do know this is true. I have grown sooooo much in the last year. I feel that I am closer to my God, my family, and friends. I think these past few months however, I've slacked on keeping all of those relationships strong. I am sorry to those I've let down or haven't been there for. I've been having a hard time lately, but am striving to pick myself up and be better. This is the post I want to express all the gratitude I have in my heart for those that have always been there for me, even in my hard times. This is the post I want to publicly state I love my Heavenly Father and that I'm so grateful for the family he has given me, my talents, my friends, and all the other blessings in my life. This is the post where I will state that I'm grateful for my trials. I know God will not give me anything I can't handle.

 

This is my mom.

She's very supportive of me and has always been.

I am grateful for her.

We've been through a lot together. Took on the world, if you will.

We make a good team.

I am who I am because of her. 

I love you mommy!

This is Tiffany.

One of my true friends.

She writes me notes telling me I'm special.

I always think, "I need to write her notes."

So this is a small note.

To tell you how much I love you, Tiffany.

Thank you for always being there, even when I haven't always been for you.

This is Ciera. 

We have anniversaries.

We're going on our 7.5 year anniversary this February.

She makes me happy.

We always get mistaken as sisters.

In a way, she is my sister.
We drink bable bottles and find swirly bushes.

I love you Ciera.

This is Kiersten.

We giggle lots together.

No one can make me laugh like her.

We like to dance. 

We like to cry too.

Sometimes we get midnight burritos and pizzas.

Sometimes we fight. 

I say it's a well rounded relationship, her and I.

I love you Kiersten.

This is Kylee.
I don't know why we're not closer.
We share a love for the same music and converse.
She makes me laugh and I always have a good time when she's around.
She has always been a good friend to me,
even when many were not.
I love you Kylee!

This is Makayla.
She's a newer friend. But not any less important.
She has a great light about her.
I miss being in the same ward as her.
I can't wait to be closer friends because she makes me happy and lifts me up.
I love you Makayla!

This is Ashlee.
A newer friend, but we clicked instantly.
I feel like I've been friends for years with her.
Never a dull moment.
I wish she lived closer to me.
She's a classy lady ;)
But really, I think she's great.
I love you Ashlee!

This is Thomas.
I call him babe.
He knows exactly what to say.
Whether that's to comfort me, cheer me up, make me laugh.
You name it.
He likes me for me.
Which means a lot because I'm kinda crazy.
I wouldn't change him either.
I love you Thomas!

This is Carson.
I took this picture and it's my favorite.
He's seen me at my worst.
Yet he still says I'm his best friend.
He's also seen me at my best,
because he makes me always want to try hard to be my best.
I miss him.
I love you Carson!

This is Kent.
He's my brother.
We like to be crazy together.
I would be so sad without him in my life.
No matter how annoying he can be sometimes.
That's just siblings for you.
He makes me happy and always gives me a hug when I leave.
I love you Kent!

This is Maggie and Millie.
They are my sisters. They are twins.
My heart has grown since they've been in my life.
Everyday is Christmas now that they are here.
I joked that I'd never having kids after they came, but I honestly do love them.
Don't worry. I'm having kids one day.
I love you Maggie and Millie!

Now. Don't be offended if you didn't make this post. I have many old friendships that I still cherish. I have many new ones forming now and they are great as well. I love you all. This post I just felt to share my gratitude for these people, especially at this time in my life. You make my days so much brighter. Thank you all for the blessings you have been in my life.