Fathers

In The Family: Proclamation to the World it says, "By divine design, fathers are to preside over their families in love and righteousness and are responsible to provide the necessities of life and protection for their families." My father has done this to the best of his abilities in my family. He always says he isn't perfect or that he should have done this differently when we were growing up, but I know that him and my mom always tried their best. They loved their children unconditionally and would do anything for us. I remember my father coming home from a long day of work and just wanting to play with us. I couldn't wait until I heard the car pull up and the garage door open. Now I can't wait until I have time off of school to go home and see my family and spend time with my dad, whether its going to Sharks or Giants games, or just sitting on the couch watching our favorite shows. I'm grateful for the best man in my life who has taught me to love God, to love our family, and to love others.

so Happy Father's Day Dad!

Chances

I feel sorry for those people who aren't willing to take chances in their lives. To go for something that would make them so unbelievably happy but they just pass on that opportunity. I don't just mean in relationships, but in other aspects of their lives as well. Right now, I only regret one thing in my life, and it was an opportunity that I missed out on. I don't ever want to feel that again. I try and go for things, even if I'm not certain of the outcome, I know that I at least tried. My good friend Ashley put this quote from C.S. Lewis on her blog that I wanted to share. It reminded me of why we go through the hard things. They change and shape us into better people. 

 I hope that we learn to not miss out on good opportunities in our lives. And that even if our heart aches that we know why we are going through it and WILL become better people. People that God intends us to be.

Be Real.

I was just thinking about how I wish people would communicate. Be REAL. Just say what you mean and mean what you say. Its not that hard.

until next time...