I just re-read my post and was reminded of how our Mountaineers bombed out in their first game of the tourney. We were all very disappointed around here, but when you don't play well - you lose, right? In a strange way I was just contemplating that last statement and it kind of relates to my personal life. "Play well" corresponds with me being a good wife and mother --- not always easy. Very recently, I got a bit too emotional about a thing that happened which led to lots of not-so-fun feelings. Am I the only one who does that sometimes? So, I end up feeling sad, tired, hurt, etc. which really only results in me "losing"....losing my clear head, losing my calm comfort from the Spirit, losing opportunities to bond with and serve my family, and losing my sense of self-worth. I hate when I do that to myself! I am a daughter of God, which means I have a divine nature. Why do I sometimes pull myself down, or rather allow Satan to lead me to do so? Luckily, it didn't last too long.....well, not "luckily" because I prayed and studied the prophet's words and was blessed with peaceful feelings. I am so thankful for the knowledge that doing so will bring me closer to Him.

(I hope you don't mind me being so honest in my posts. I share what I do with my blog friends because doing so brings me peace and feelings of friendship. I'll try to have some more upbeat posts in the near future. :)