Thursday, January 12, 2012

A Little Better...

I have the opportunity, once a month to give the lesson in Relief Society.  I love my calling.  Not because it's only once a month, but because I learn more than anyone else I'm sure!  I may not be the best teacher, but I love the things I learn and as long as the women put up with me, I'll keep it up!  This year we're studying the life and teachings of President George Albert Smith.  I am already really impressed with this man!  He has a personal creed- and if you haven't read the first lesson in the manual you really should!  I first started my personal creed- or "mission-statement" as I called it, 3 years ago... it started with "A little more effort, a little more follow through" and I still say that in my head all the time- but it evolved when I heard the quote from President Hinckley, "Try a little harder to be a little better."  I love that- it sums up everything I'm working towards.  It also fits perfectly with G.A. Smiths "platform" if you will- that we need to try harder to stick out as a peculiar people... in a good way of course...  this is the magnet I had made for the ladies who were there on Sunday- I have some extra if anyone wants one!!!
So- once again, instead of a resolution- I'm making a commitment- to try harder to be better this year.   There are so many things that I can work on- for instance, being kinder (less sarcastic) being more sincere, being less critical of myself and others, being more consistent, more patient, more prepared and happier.  Just a little.

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3 comments :

Caldwell Family 6 said...

Save one for me! Loved this post! You're a good gal Steph! PS I would die if I had to teach RS. Die. Glad there are ladies like you out there that will do it! It was a good lesson, and I am pretty impressed by him as well! LoR

Kyndi said...

I WANT ONE! (if you still have one) I'm bummed I skipped out on Sunday...I always love your lessons.

Michele and Wyatt said...

I love that saying. I too, would like a magnet if you have extras. I'm sure you are a fabulous teacher!