Saturday, October 4, 2008

My Super Amazing Family

Recently, I've felt I've been neglecting my wonderful family! It so easy to get involved with our everyday activities and lose focus of those things which are so important to us, and for me that's my FAMILY!! Let me tell you about my family. We grew up in a modest home on a little corner in Fairview, ID. The road in front of our house is the Utah/Idaho border.
This is the place where so many of my life experience took place who made me who I am today.

Now for the people who helped me become who I am.
Mom and Dad

Mom has always be a great example of diligence, and doing what's right despite what others may think. She may not have had the perfect past; despite this she has a desire to give me that perfect past. She's given me skills I hope to carry on and bless my future family with.
Dad is an incredibly great example of humility. He works so very hard to provide for our needs and wants. He always puts others first. He's my standard of how a worthy Priesthood holder should act and treat others. He's blessed our family so many times through his worthy use of Priesthood in our home.

Crystal, Matt, and India
Crystal my oldest sister. The one who I've looked up to most my life. She's my ultimate example of perseverance through the most difficult times of life. She has always been able to "Endure to the End." Even when it feels the end will never come. Through trials which have been thrown her way she's taught me how to truly care and give compassion to others.
Matt has taught me how to grow up. He shows me the way to deal with others. He demonstrates the importance of depending upon the Lord in our lives and never giving up. He is a great example of being a father.
India my little ball of fire bursting forth with energy and cheerfulness. She's taught me how to hope. She's allowed me opportunities to serve. She can put a smile on my face on the worst of days!
CeJay, Brooke, and Brecklyn

CeJay my big brother and protector. He is always the first to give his honest opinion. He is so very open and kind to many. He presides over his home with love. He teaches me how to work and have fun.
Brooke is my counselor. Whenever I have a problem or need to vent, she's willing to listen. She's shown me how to support your spouse. She demonstrates the priorities of life. She's taught me to accept who I am.
Brecklyn is the mellow easy going one. She takes life and rolls with it. She's the child I hope for. She has taught me meekness. She is my joy!

Cassidy
Cassidy my little bro and missionary! He brings me great pride in the decision he's made to take the knowledge of a loving Heavenly Father to the people of Louisiana. He has shown me how by small and simple means great things can and will be brought to about. He's taught me to be a better person and to love others. He's grown so much and has helped me do the same!

How thankful I am for parents who've lived temple worthy lives and have blessed our family through many small decisions which have led to a much greater one. It amazes me to see how far reaching the small decisions we make can have such a lasting impact. Each individual has something to offer! How are the decisions you're making today going to effect you in the end? I am who I am because of who they are!
THANKS GUYS!!!


3 comments:

Amber said...

Aww... That was so tender & precious! I love the Golightly bunch!! You guys have practically been my 2nd family!!!
LOVES!.

ambs.

Sariah said...

That's the sweetest post! I loved it! I don't think I knew you had older siblings, and I didn't realize how old Cassidy is!! In my mind he will always be this 7th grader or something. :) Of course, in my mind you will always be a high schooler. I can't believe how grown up everyone is. You're making me feel OOOOLLLLLDDDDDD!!!!

Adam Ruben said...

oh...:) That was a great blog! Thanks! Now prepare to be constantly creeped on and I will hope you take a peek occasionally! Thanks for your hospitality this weekend, it was amazing! The car and all... though I probably could've lived without he car experince...