Gratitude for All of You Guys!

Tonight, I was asking myself, "what does Heavenly Father want me to do today?" As I was thinking, enjoying the peace that I felt, I realized that I have been doing what He wants me to do today. I started reorganizing and redecorating my room so that it could better reflect what I need to do in the coming months; now I can say that I've started on #9 on my list of things that I like to do! (the list, in case you're interested)

As a part of reorganizing, I started creating a board for notes that people have given me, basically giving everyone their own file.

As I held each piece of paper, I saw so much more than words scrawled on a page. I saw a beautiful connection to another a person; in the timeline of their eternity, there is a precious moment of thought and effort that they spent on me. The moment can never be changed, replaced, or refunded. I feel honored to receive care and consideration from those around me.

Even more than that, I see the hand of God in these pieces of paper. There are so many times when I've needed encouragement that He has sent me these little notes, using the hands of His other children to write them. Though the hands and faces change of those who reach out to me, I can see Him orchestrating these efforts on my behalf. I'm grateful to feel the love of God in my life.

Speaking to all those who have influenced my life in some way, I want to say thank you. You have no idea how much your association has helped me. If you were wondering whether you've made a positive contribution to this world, let me reassure you, my life would not be as good if it weren't for your existence. I may not know all the things that you've gone through, or the struggles that have shaped who you are, but I've benefited from the person that you've become; I hope that you think that it was worth it. If you ever need some validation or support, see if I can help you out; I would love to return the favors that I've been given.