Quote of the Week

"Jesus said several times, "Come, follow me." His was a program of "do what I do," rather than "do what I say." His innate brilliance would have permitted him to put on a dazzling display, but that would have left his followers far behind. He walked and worked with those he was to serve. His was not a long-distance leadership. He was not afraid of close friendships; he was not afraid that proximity to him would disappoint his followers. The leaven of true leadership cannot lift others unless we are with and serve those to be led."
--Spencer W. Kimball, {"Jesus: The Perfect Leader", Ensign, Aug. 1979}

Quote of the Week

"What is a friend? I will tell you...it is someone with whom you dare to be yourself."
~ Frank Crane

Quote Of The Week~

As I sat here pondering what this months theme for my quote if the week should be,I started thinking about how I'm not a very outgoing person. I love meeting new people and making new friends but I generally don't go out of my way to do it. I feel that this has led me to feel somewhat lonely at times. So in an effort to better myself my goal this month is to work personally on making new and lasting friendships, even if it means putting myself in a somewhat uncomfortable situation. You never know what a hello on the street might do for a stranger right.
So this month is dedicated to Friendships.

"If you find yourself racing through life, slow down long enough to take along some good friends"
~L. Tom Perry, {“Good Friends,” New Era, Feb 1993} he went on to say:

"How Do We Develop Better Friendships?

1. Be sincere.
2. Learn people’s names and other important things about them. Be a good listener.
3. Be unselfish.
4. Show brotherly love and concern for them. Give them helpful service.
5. Graciously let them be of service to you when they offer.
6. Smile and be positive."
What better advise can there be?

Quote of the week ~Courage

"In the gospel of Jesus Christ you have help from both sides of the veil, and you must never forget that. When disappointment and discouragement strike--and they will--you remember and never forget that if our eyes could be opened we would see horses and chariots of fire as far as the eye can see riding at reckless speed to come to our protection (see 2 Kgs. 6:16-17). They will always be there, these armies of heaven, in defense of Abraham's seed."~ Jeffrey R. Holland

{how can we ever feel discouraged with words like that?}

Quote of the week ~Courage

"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. "
~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Quote of the week ~Courage

The following quote is probably one of my favorites concerning courage.

"Of course, we will face fear, experience ridicule, and meet opposition. Let us have the courage to defy the consensus, the courage to stand for principle. Courage, not compromise, brings the smile of God's approval. Courage becomes a living and an attractive virtue when it is regarded not only as a willingness to die manfully, but also as a determination to live decently. A moral coward is one who is afraid to do what he thinks is right because others will disapprove or laugh. Remember that all men have their fears, but those who face their fears with dignity have courage as well." ~Thomas S. Monson,

Quote of the week ~Courage

For the Month of February, I'm personally working on strengthening my courage. This months "Quote of the week" post will all revolve around Courage.

"When filled with God's love, we can do and see and understand things that we could not otherwise do or see or understand. Filled with His love, we can endure pain, quell fear, forgive freely, avoid contention, renew strength, and bless and help others in ways surprising even to us." ~John H. Groberg,

Quote of the Week ~ Gratitude

"Gratitude is a Spirit‑filled principle. It opens our minds to a universe permeated with the richness of a living God. Through it, we become spiritually aware of the wonder of the smallest things, which gladden our hearts with their messages of God's love. This grateful awareness heightens our sensitivity to divine direction. When we communicate gratitude, we can be filled with the Spirit and connected to those around us and the Lord. Gratitude inspires happiness and carries divine influence." ~Bonnie D. Parkin~

Quote of the Week ~ Gratitiude

"There is gratitude for our mothers. One writer summed up our love for mother when he declared, 'God could not be everywhere, and so He gave us mothers.' While on the cruel cross of Calvary, suffering intense pain and anguish, Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, 'Woman, behold thy son!' Then saith he to the disciple, 'Behold thy mother!' (John 19:26-27.) What a divine example of gratitude and love!" ~Thomas S. Monson

Today is my Mom's Birthday! I have to admit that my Mom is one of my best friends. I am so very GRATEFUL for the constant example of faith, and courage she has always been to me. When I lived at home I would always try to greet my mom near the front door, sometimes to try and scare her {It was always fun to see her jump and scream!} but mostly to give her a hug and a mini massage. Thank you so much for always taking the time to talk with me, and tell me about the things that are going on in your life. Happy Birthday Mommy! WE LOVE YOU!!!

Quote of the Week ~Gratitude

"Let us reflect gratitude for our fathers. Father . . . is ever willing to sacrifice his own comfort for that of his children. Daily he toils to provide the necessities of life, never complaining, ever concerned for the well-being of his family. This love for children, this desire to see them well and happy, is a constant in a time of change." ~Thomas S. Monson

Ever since Brock was born Ryszard as been a constant example of love. He is very protective of Brock and myself. Always making sure the doors are locked, reminding me to drive safe, and making sure the little things are put away so Brock doesn't find new "toys" to put into his mouth. At times I joke about how annoying his little protectiveness can be, but I am truly grateful for the love he shows Brock and myself daily.

Quote of the Week ~ Gratitude

"You could have an experience with the gift of the Holy Ghost today. You could begin a private prayer with thanks. You could start to count your blessings, and then pause for a moment. If you exercise faith, and with the gift of the Holy Ghost, you will find that memories of other blessings will flood into your mind. If you begin to express gratitude for each of them, your prayer may take a little longer than usual. Remembrance will come. And so will gratitude."

~Henry B. Eyring

A New Year ~Quote of the Week

Lately I've really felt as if I haven't been as grateful as I should be. So maybe I don't live in the house of my dreams:
,But at least I have a place to live.
And maybe I don't drive a fast car like this:
But at least I have a car to get me from place to place, {mine just so happens to be my dream car, although I wouldn't mind upgrading to this:}
I may not wear fancy clothes, or own expensive jewelry, but I am thankful that I have clothes to wear, and the only piece of jewelry I really need/ want is my wedding ring. {which is pretty special in itself} Although I am thankful in general for most of the things I do have. I often find myself wondering why things aren't the way I "dream" them to be. So while the rest of the world is making their "New Year's Resolutions" I'm making the goal of counting my blessings and showing Gratitude for the things I do have.

"Mercies and blessings come in different forms--sometimes as hard things. Yet the Lord said, 'Thou shalt thank the Lord thy God in all things' (D&C 59:7). All things means just that: good things, difficult things--not just some things. He has commanded us to be grateful because He knows being grateful will make us happy. This is another evidence of His love." ~Bonnie D. Parkin~

Quote of the Week~ Peace

"Each of us will have our own Fridays--those days when the universe itself seems shattered and the shards of our world lie littered about us in pieces. We all will experience those broken times when it seems we can never be put together again. We will all have our Fridays. But I testify to you in the name of the One who conquered death--Sunday will come. In the darkness of our sorrow, Sunday will come. No matter our desperation, no matter our grief, Sunday will come. In this life or the next, Sunday will come." ~Joseph B. Wirthlin

I have always enjoyed Sundays. A day to rest from all those silly cares of the world and bask in the Spirit of Christ and in His gospel.

Quote of the Week ~ Peace

"The most powerful workers for peace may be faithful mothers and fathers. . . . Parents who lovingly care for their own children or shelter foster children and raise them in righteousness are working for peace." ~ Dallin H. Oaks~

Quote of the week ~ Peace

My quote topic for the month of December is PEACE. To go along with the upcoming holiday, and the real reason for the Christmas season.

"Life often feels like a great pile of obligations, frustrations, and disappointments. But the Lord is there, always the same, His arms still outstretched. When we feel overwhelmed, we have to remember the peace He has spoken to us on previous occasions. His peace brings comfort and strength; the world cannot give that to us." "Our families need the peace of God in their lives, and if we can't or won't invite the Lord into our lives, then our families become a reflection of our own turmoil. Women are asked to be nurturers to their families, but we must also be firm; we must be the hard rock footings on which our homes can stand. Our families need us to speak peace to them. ~Kathleen H. Hughes

Quote of the week~ {Patience}

How many a man has thrown up his hands at a time when a little more effort, a little more patience would have achieved success?
~ Elbert Hubbard

Quote of the Week~ {Patience }

"Patience is tied very closely to faith in our Heavenly Father. Actually, when we are unduly impatient, we are suggesting that we know what is best—better than does God. Or, at least, we are asserting that our timetable is better than His. We can grow in faith only if we are willing to wait patiently for God's purposes and patterns to unfold in our lives, on His timetable." --Elder Neal A. Maxwell,

Quote of the week~ {Patience}

“Patience serves as a protection against wrongs as clothes do against cold. For if you put on more clothes as the cold increases, it will have no power to hurt you. So in like manner you must grow in patience when you meet with great wrongs, and they will then be powerless to vex your mind.” - Leonardo da Vinci

Quote/story of the week~ {Patience}

here is a fun little story :
I once learned a valuable lesson about patience. I came across a box turtle while walking home one day. I brought him home to examine a little more closely. My intention was to keep him for a few hours and let him go. I put the turtle down and waited for him to come out of his shell. He didn't. I pulled up a chair and waited some more. He didn't budge. I sang to the turtle. Still no appearance. I told turtle stories. I coaxed him with food. But nothing worked.
Finally, I had to leave. So I barricaded the porch in case the turtle decided to leave, too. After all, I still hadn't gotten a closer look. The turtle decided he had had enough. When I returned, the porch was empty. He apparently didn't think much of my barricade.
I learned a valuable lesson from that turtle. He just bided his time and waited. He wasn't much interested in food, songs or stories. He only wanted me to go away. So he patiently waited until I left. Then he left, too.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson {Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.}

Quote of the week~

I'm going to be starting something new with my "Quote of the week" posts. Starting this month, each quote will revolve around one topic for that whole month. The topic will be something I am personally trying to make a better part of my everyday life. Something I consider a weakness that I want to turn into a strength. I hope you all enjoy this new take on the Quote of the week posts.
The topic for this months is "Patience".

"Through service to others, we develop a Christlike love and we experience joy. Service teaches patience and long-suffering as well as gentleness, goodness, and faith." --Merrill J. Bateman,