Blessings Come

Today, after our District Meeting, I came to the realization that I only have about 6 months left as a full-time missionary. I have very few transfers and one of those will be helping at the Ogden Temple open house. In conclusion, I am running out of time. Before my mission, I had all these plans and ideas but, a lot I am still working on and realizing I have a long ways to go.

Upon reflecting on this, I went into the bathroom and looked into the mirror. I felt like a new person was looking back. Not the same young girl from a year or two ago. As I reflected on that thought, I realized how many blessings have come into my life. For example, I feel I finally have the kind of relationship I wanted with my parents and siblings, I feel I finally have started to get to know one of my uncles, and I have heard so many wonderful things that have happened to other family members. Yes, a mission is really hard but, I would not give it up for anything. A quote I once heard comes to mind, "A mission isn't the best time of your life but, the best for your life." I feel so blessed and cannot wait to see what the next six months hold for me.

For people going through struggles, look upon the progress that has been made and remember there is still time to go. We will not become perfect over night but, little by little we can become the person God wants us to be. We just need to trust in Him and His timing.