I am grateful for a few of the lessons my trials have taught me.

I have learned that our Heavenly Father truly knows us, and He is so anxious to bless us.

I have learned that it is important to keep ourselves as clean and worthy as possible to receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.  The process of constant daily repentance is key.  I heard someone say recently that saints are just sinners that keep on trying.

I have learned that we can feel the arms of our Savior's love wrapped around us in our darkest hour as we turn to Him.

I have learned that praying morning and night on bended knee, as well as truly seeking to have the Holy Ghost guide our prayers is beautiful and essential.

I have learned that scripture study every morning, coupled with prayer, is the most powerful boost to begin your day.  It will guide and strengthen you throughout your day.  It will help you accomplish what you need to do that day and it will help focus your energy so you can truly be a powerful servant for our Heavenly Father.

I have learned that laughter is healing.

I have learned that we all have a light within, it is our choice to share it.

I have learned that when we serve, we open up a joy and love that we cannot obtain on our own.

I have learned that it is important to remember that the commandment to love God, and to love our fellow men are the greatest commandments to keep. 

I have learned that listening to the programs on radio.lds.org is life changing (especially the Conversations and Enduring it Well programs).

I have learned that if I do any good in this world it is because the Lord has allowed me to be an instrument in His hands.

I have learned that I don't have to be called on a mission to be a missionary.

I have learned that to be of good cheer is a commandment.

I have learned that the Lord will guide you to answers if you are quiet enough to listen.

I have learned that prayer with my husband should not to be forgotten.

I have learned that my job as a mother to these 6 wonderful children is the greatest responsibility I have been given on this earth.  I must not get distracted.

I have learned that "... perfect love casteth out fear."  1 John 4:18

I have learned that "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Philippians 4:13

I have learned that I am my strongest when I am bending down to lift another.  "Pause to help and lift another, finding strength beyond my own."  Hymn #220

I have learned that going to the temple is more rejuvenating than going to the spa. :)  It has become one of my favorite places to be.

I have learned that judging is not only harmful to the person I am judging, but it is destroying me.  "Who am I to judge another when I walk imperfectly?  In the quiet heart is hidden sorrow that the eye can't see." Hymn #220

I have learned that "God [will] grant unto you that your burdens may be light, through the joy of his Son." Alma 33:23

I have learned that I do not fear death.

I have learned that I do not fear life.