5 more...

I read Becky's blog before this one and I have been pondering a few things so here goes...
6-I am grateful to recognize right from wrong. Having said that, I have to add that recognizing and actually making my actions all right and not wrong still eludes me a bit. There are so many things to confuse and distract me that sometimes it is difficult to always do the right thing. But I am so glad God has given us the knowledge and special helper (Holy Ghost) that he has to make sure that if we don't always choose the right, we feel we want go back and fix things.
7-Which brings me to the Savior. When we make a mistake, He has already been there. And will stand by us as we struggle to make things right again. I wish people could understand the Atonement more fully (esp. me!!) but what I do know has blessed me beyond measure and as I continue to live my life, I see more each day what He has sacrificed so that we can live with Him again. Even people who are not members of the Church or who do not study these things can know all of this. I am grateful to have such a special knowledge...even with the hardships that have brought me to this knowledge...
8-Young people are a favorite with me. I love serving with the youth in the Church. They are so cool (it is even better since I am not their parent!) and so much fun. They love me no matter how crazy or boring I am and make me want to teach a great lesson or have the BEST activity just for them. I watch as they struggle with parents or friends and realize that they don't have to put on a happy face for me - I will love them anyway!! And that brings us closer.
9-I mentioned my kids only briefly yesterday, but I am grateful for them. They have taught me so much!! As adults I am so proud of what they are accomplishing in their lives. Their children are happy and growing, they are supporting their spouses and still improve their own and the lives of those they meet. I know they have a Divine center and the parts of them that are from God are clearly showing. My life would not be the same (pretty miserable, really) if I didn't have them to call my friends as well. Every night I take a tally and if I haven't talked to them all that day I feel like I have missed something. I love knowing all about what is happening! I love them all - even on the frustrating days. And I am grateful to know they love me!
10-I hate to admit it, but I love these darn computers! They are a huge part of my life and even though most of the time I mess them up, I know they allow me access to some great things. They also allow me access to some not-so-great things but I have already talked about #6! It is all in "the plan" - good and evil, etc. But it helps me stay in touch with families that mean so much to me, we do our bills, search study topics, listen to good music, etc. alot easier because of it. One of my favorite things is that when my Mom died she asked me to keep our family together and communicating. It didn't work through snail mail, but when Bruce & I found the Family sites at MyFamily.com I knew it was a way to keep my promise. Those of you who have close family don't understand this, but I have a "black sheep type brother" who doesn't communicate with the rest of his family too often. I started a relationship with him a few years ago and he checks our site (Regan family site) quite regularly. He won't comment, but he sees photos and looks at pictures. My hope is that someday all the hurt and disappointment can start to heal. Maybe not in this life, but I believe many things will be worked out after we leave this earth. But for now, he sees how we are growing and where our lives are taking us (he is the oldest). I guess I can put up with my not-so-technically-savvy mind to use what I can to help our family along and I am grateful it is here to be able to use!!
Whew...that was alot of typing and my hands are numb... tomorrow I'll have to tell you how grateful I am for my hands!!! Enjoy and remember -- Life is Good!!