187. Today I am grateful for the sunrise

I just love watching the sunrise! I love how it seems to welcome you to a new day.

186. Today I am grateful for distant cousins

One of the things I love about family history research is getting in touch with distant cousins. I have recently gotten in contact with a distant cousin in England who has been a huge help in providing information and sources and in helping me to further my research.

185. Today I am grateful to have my roommate back

After being alone in the house for over a week, it was nice to have my roommate back (Only roommate for now).

184. Today I am grateful to have had the opportunity to give a talk in church

Today was the first time I gave a talk in my new ward and I think it was successful. I love the experience of preparing a talk. Sure, it can be a lengthy process and may seem that your running out of time, especially when it is late on Saturday night. However, an intense study of scriptures, talks from church leaders and reflecting on past experiences is amazing! I also enjoy writing and public speaking, especially on topics I love, such as the Book of Mormon which was the topic I was given for today. You can read a previous blog post on my gratitude for The Book of Mormon.

183. Today I am grateful for a clean home

A regular Saturday activity of mine is cleaning some part of the home. I love having a clean home and the satisfaction that comes from cleaning. I am also grateful that my home is most often kept clean. I feel that a clean and tidy area invites the spirit and feelings of peace and contentment.

182. Today I am grateful for smiles

... and how can this photo not make you smile.

181.Today I am grateful that I came to Edmonton

Today in our family support worker meeting we were each asked to share a positive experience of change. I shared my experience with making the decision to come to Edmonton and the positive experiences I have had with living on my own and with roommates, People I have met, earning my degree from the University of Alberta, and of course getting this job. I’m not sure that I want to stay in Edmonton forever but there are several factors that will determine where I live, one in particular.