Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Falling for Fall

I used to think summer was my favorite time of the year. But now that fall is no longer associated with the stress of going back to school (which, I must admit, has been a bittersweet thing), I can honestly say I am falling for fall. 

This is why:


october general conference. being inspired and uplifted. receiving answers to prayers. feeling very strongly of god's love for me and those around me.


celebrating this guy's birth and life. he's my everything



clean, crisp fall air. beautiful fall colors. rejuvenation.


colder weather. more nights in by the fireplace. precious time with my love.


paintings in the fall sky.


jeremiah. laughter. smiles. hugs. kisses. sweetness. purity. 


Just a Bad Day, Not a Bad Life

Sometimes when I have a bad day, I get caught up in the negative. And then I remembered something I saw a couple months ago: 

"Take a deep breath. It's just a bad day, not a bad life." 

Yes, bad days are not so fun. And yes, they often happen because of things that are frustratingly out of our control. But from now on when I find I'm having a rough day, I'm going to take a deep breath and remember that life is good. 

One day does not define my entire life. 

Next time I'm having a rough day, regardless of the reason, I'll say to myself: Relax. Take a deep breath. It's just a bad day, not a bad life. Life is GOOD.