Christmas

This is the first year I had the desire to put up decorations and listen to Christmas music!

Although I consider myself a very spiritual person--being LDS is a way of life for us--Christmas always gets the best of me each year.  In the past, worldly concerns overshadowed the joy of the true meaning of the holidays.  This year, I've focused on remembering the birth of our Savior, and all that he taught us in his mortal life.  For me, his short life defined the true meaning of love: service.  He dedicated his life to serving others, and gave up all that he had for each of us, no matter how significant our sins.  Love, is truly giving all of yourself for someone else.  

I never recognized that until I had children.  My children are my heart and soul.  They give me purpose and joy.  I love to watch Aiden and Austin meet milestones!  Seeing Aiden overcome so much is the most incredible blessing!  Today, I'm grateful that even though we struggle financially more and more each year that passes, I still choose to be home with my children.  Going back to work full-time would solve many, many concerns, but it would also ruin everything, and break my heart.  My faith is in Him.  Despite having little means, we have everything and even a little more.  I'm grateful for my faith, and I pray that this coming year is one that focuses on the needs of others.  I have a testimony that serving others is where we find our greatest happiness.  I have found that happiness through giving my all to my children.