3 Phone Calls

I have received three phone calls this evening. All of them are unexpected.

The first is from my friend Matt. He is a very dear friend of mine. One who has taught me and helped me to become the person that I am today. Everything I talk to him I feel as though I am learning something new. He is always so willing to teach and just as willing to listen to the things that are in my heart and on my mind.

The second was from my Father. For the first time in my life it seems as though he is happy. For the first time in my life it seems as though he is doing something that helps him to accomplish his goals. I am grateful for him, even though that is something that is very difficult for me to say to him.

The third is from a dear friend. She and I have known each other for several years. She has taught me so much. She has taught me; the importance of the gospel, the importance of repentance, the beauty that lies in the atonement, and that my Heavenly Father lives and loves me.

All three of these people have been incredible blessings in my life. I am grateful for their unexpected phone calls.

Little Boy

Little boy with your bright red hair
and your stunning blue eyes
How your laughter fills my heart
and brings joy to my soul.

Little boy with the voice
that sounds like that of angels
How your babble brings
me back to reality and simplicity.

Little boy with your eyes
filled with wonder and awe
How your inquisitiveness
teaches me and guides me.

Little boy with little hands
whom I love so dearly,
How your example teaches
me whom I want to be.

Beautiful

Yesterday was incredible.

I spent the morning/early afternoon with 3 dear friends. We went out to eat at a cute little Inn in Concord MA. The food was delicious...but the company was intoxicating.

I learned so much.

I gained a greater understanding of those that I spent time with. I was able to observe the beauty that lies within a relationship where both parties are willing to give as much as is needed to that one relationship. I learned about the kind of friendship I want to have. I learned about that kind of friendships I wish I had more of.

I left and my heart was full. I felt strengthened and love. And I felt immensely blessed for having been able to spend time with 3 magnificent people.