2010 Retrospect

2010 retrospect...The simple joy that Pennie brings to me when she just says my name.....so thankful for the times that Conner says Papa and puts his arms out to me, when Brodie wants me to read to him, the smiles I get from Lexie. When Isaac calls me on his own just to talk, Eric's teasing me and speaking Spanish over the phone. When Megan will call to ask me to watch the kids. That I have children that are grown and have memories of traditions and joy. That Alex has the desire to improve himself and commit to serving his nation and the world. That Alyssa will call just to talk to her dad. When my kids say "I love you to dad". For Levi taking such good care of his family. That I have Vera in my life. That I can still call my parents and just talk... That I have a loving Heavenly Father that knows who I really am, and a Savior, even Jesus Christ, that has died for me...that I can rely on the Holy Ghost for guidance...that I really do have wonderful friends..that my siblings still love me, regardless of my actions...that I am employed, have a wonderful home and food on the table...that I really do like to serve others..that I have 2 sons that are Eagle Scouts, despite the odds... for a wonderful wife that I love and inspires me to be better...for the simple act of forgiveness and repentence...that Alyssa and Megan desire to be good and loving mothers...for my great health..for my talents that I strive to continue to improve upon...the loss of friends and what it has taught me about appreciation..so much to be thankful for and looking forward to what 2011 will bring. Cherish your loved ones and hold them close.