So, obviously my blog is fairly new, and today I had a lot of time to think and I was thinking about the many blessings that I have in my life, and particularly the blessings from this year. So, I wanted to write a little about the opportunities and experiences I have been blessed with so far this year.
Family- First of all, I have probably the greatest family ever. I mean, they have put up with me for 24 years now, so their patience and kindness is obviously attested. But seriously, my family is truly amazing. It has been neat to be able to spend so much time with my sister and brother-in-law and their kids before they moved.
Friends- I also have to admit that I have some of the most amazing friends ever, even if I don't get to spend much time with them always. Since returning from my mission it has been nice to catch up with old friends. But living in D.C. for a semester and then in Edinburgh it has been awesome to meet so many new people and make so many new friends. And they have helped me a ton as I have moved and my life has changed so frequently. Whether it be from work, or from the wards, or even meeting old friends, sometimes very randomly, I have loved the opportunity to learn from so many wonderful people.
Work/Learning- This year has given me two great work opportunities with a lot of learning that comes with it. Working first for the LDS Church Office of Public and International Affairs, then with the Scottish Parliament I have had a lot of opportunities to grow and learn. Whether it be writing letters, or press releases, or motions, or learning the details of Scottish elections, or campaigning, or even making invitations with lots of daisies on them, I have loved the internships that I have had.
Experiences- I have been able to live in Washington D.C. and Edinburgh, so what more needs to be said about being blessed? But, honestly, both of these places are so full of cultural and historical sights that are amazing. From the Lincoln Memorial to St. Giles, from Edinburgh Castle to the Isle of Skye, from Melrose Abbey to the Holocaust Museum there are so many places that celebrate the greatness of life. They seek to celebrate great men and role models, and inspire us to be better. There are other churches to visit, and great speeches and books to read, foreign movies to watch and Scottish dances to learn. I have gone on bus tours and hikes through some of the most beautiful country I have ever seen.
In short, I am glad to be alive and to have the chances that I have.
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