I have attempted to write a new post many time recently but each time I erase it and log out.  UGH!!!

I finally realized that I may not have some earth shattering news to share or something that is so funny that will make you all wet your pants, all I have is thoughts of gratitude:

I am so grateful for a husband who works so hard and never complains about his crazy schedule.  I am so grateful for a son who loves his Heavenly Father and dreams about flying airplanes.

I am so grateful for a daughter who is obedient and has an awesome work ethic, she is an inspiration to me.  I am grateful for a Father who shared his testimony with me daily through his actions.  I am grateful for a Mother who showed me what selfless service to your family is.  I am grateful for siblings that are supportive and who "get" me :).  I am grateful for ancestors that kept the faith and persevered.  I am grateful for eternal families.  I am grateful for a Savior who made the atonement possible for each of us.  I am grateful for kindnesses that are second nature.  I am grateful music and the peace it brings.  I am most grateful for the plan of salvation and the opportunity that we each have to live with our Heavenly Father again.

Many times in our life we may all question who am I and where am I going?  These questions are best answered by turning to our Heavenly Father and listening to his answers for us.  The love that he has for each of us is undeniable and can be felt by all.  We are all children of our Heavenly Father.  We are all loved and understood by him.  He knows us better than we know ourselves.  He knows what are talents are, what are weaknesses are and he knows our hearts.  I am grateful for this knowledge and the reassurance that he is always there for me.  

I know my Savior lives and loves me.  I know that eternal families are real and possible.  I know that those who have already passed on are reunited with loved ones.  They have already finished their test and it is now our turn to successfully complete ours.  

Recently I have been touched by someone that I have never even met.  This person showed such a Christ like example to me.  She faced extreme adversity and her spirit triumphed.  What an inspiration she has been and will continue being.  My testimony was strengthened as she shared her thoughts and testimony as the  time drew nigh for her to return to her Heavenly Father.  I felt her strength and love.  I feel truly blessed.  My heart goes out to her sweet family.  They are truly remarkable.  

I am so grateful for eternal families.  It gives us hope.  It gives a reason to live good lives.  It heals hearts.