I have lived in 3 towns, been in 7 different wards and have met a lot of people. A lot of them have meant a lot to me. So how to "keep in touch" with people is the problem I am faced with. Then on top of that many of them have left on missions or have gotten married and it makes it even harder. I feel deeply about people. I really look at the impact they have had on my life and I forever appreciate them for that impact. I feel the need to keep in touch with them...but it is not easy. Maybe by just living my life by the things they have taught me will be enough of an appreciation. Jefferey Lietchy showed me music and books that are now my all time favorites. Anne Rutherford introduced me to Gilmore Girls and made me realize how unique everyone is and to accept others. Hilary Larsen showed me how to be me and not be ashamed of that. Brandt Nichols motivated me to be the best me at all times. Adriana Ampuero is one of the main reasons why I love to dance my heart out. Bryan Brown has made me realize all the reasons to be happy and love life. Chris Hamilton showed me what it means to really listen and be a good friend.
There are so many more people that have been an influence for good in my life. I love each one of them! A couple of my favorite quotes are:
"Things don't matter...people do"
"Happiness is not getting what you want, but wanting what you have"
I believe people do matter. And I am happy because all I want is what I have had in my life...I couldn't ask for anything better.
Don't know why this post ended up where it did...but I hope that those in my life that I haven't been the best at keeping in touch with...I hope that they know that I think of all of them often because you guys have all become a part of who I am today.
love ya stace!
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