Bear with me here guys I am sick and pregnant. Not morning sick, sick but cold/flu sick. I already suffer from major pregnancy brain and now I have sick brain. So if my blog feels all over the place or I don't sound like my normal happy healthy self it is because I am under the influence of a summer cold. I thought I would share some personally accomplishments I achieved this past month.
1. I survived 3 weeks with my toddler, dog, and pregnancy without my husband. There were lots of tears, it was rough but I made it. Of course I would not have been able to make it without my amazing family! Seriously the best people ever! Thank you Mom and Dad, Sam, Josh, Jordan, and of course Braden's two favorite people Colden and Henslee.
2. I conquered fears. I have always been a vivid dreamer and I have a very active imagination. About half a week into Jordan being gone I began to have nightmares that made me scream and wake myself up. One night I woke up and saw a tall figure standing in my room. I knew it had to just be my imagination because the figure was wearing a mask that I had seen in a movie preview. Needless to say I did not like it at all and I turned my light on and for a couple of nights the only way I could sleep safe and sound was with the lights on. I know silly right. I decided to cast out my fear I needed to strengthen my faith. So I began to sleep with the lights off but my Bible tucked safely in my arms. And then I began to read at least 5 chapters of my Book of Mormon a night, and say my prayers. It worked perfectly I slept with the lights off and the Bible just laid in bed beside me. I conquered my fear of the dark and nightmares!!
3. I made it through Alma. Alma in the Book of Mormon for me is always the hardest part because it is 63 chapters long. I did a small calculation and set myself a goal. Jordan would be home in 12 days if I read 5 Chapters a day plus an additional 3 on one day I would be done by the time Jordan got home. I did it in half the time!! I have never been so intrigued by the book of Alma before I was in love with each chapter and learned so much! I was able to recall things taught to me in seminary, and add to my knowledge. I was able to ask questions, seek answers, and apply those answers. It seriously was amazing. And I accomplished my goal!
4. My biggest physical accomplishment this month which might not seem like much to some of you out there but it was huge for me. I walk/jogged a 5k on Saturday the 29th of June. Sure I did cry once because of the excruciating round ligament pain, but I completed the 5k with a smile on my face ready to do more!(not really)
I know I was not able to complete 2-4 of my accomplishments without the Savior. Every step of the way through my nightmares, the Book of Mormon, and the 5k I felt the Saviors love. I also felt his and I's relationship strengthening. One of the greatest moments I can recall though was when Jordan came home for one night and it was like 11pm at night and we got into bed both exhausted and I said to him "I would like to read my scriptures" and he replied "That is a good idea that way you don't get out of your good habit you have set" He seriously could have replied with "turn the light off and go to bed, I am exhausted." but he didn't he supported me and I am forever grateful for an amazing spouse who supports me and my goals. I am now going to set some goals for July.
July Goals
1. Finish the Book of Mormon by August 1st (I am almost done with 3rd Nephi)
2. Accept what the Lord has planned for me
3. Visit with family and friends
4. Continue to strengthen my relationship with Christ
5. Enjoy life to the fullest!
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