My thoughts

This week, I really enjoyed the things we learned and got a lot out of this lesson.

One thing that really stuck out to me is planning ahead in life, and planning life backwards. It has been really neat to reflect on what I want to have accomplished when I am old and ready for the next life. I have been able to think about this multiple times, as my Grandmother and husband's two grandmas have passed away this month. It really is important to plan for the future and set goals to accomplish to ensure we become what we hope to be. It gives life more meaning. I loved this quote from the reading, "Stars and Stepping Stones," which says "The most successful and fulfilled entrepreneurs are always advancing toward a vision that gives meaning to their life." I feel this is so true.

Another part of this week's lesson, that I hope to remember always, and that really impressed me, is the transcript and video of Randy Pausch's last lecture. He talked about childhood dreams and how to achieve them. From him, I learned that we should work hard to accomplish the things we have dreamed of. That keeping a positive attitude is key. And to not let fear hold us back.

The last thing that left an impression on me, is the "You can do anything" video we watched where Taylor Richards talked about the Lord providing a way. When we let the Lord into our life, and ask for His help, we can do great things. He will help us accomplish our worthy goals. He wants us to become our best selves.

I am grateful for this knowledge and for the opportunities and experiences I have had and will have in my life, which allow me to progress and to better myself.