The Tenets I Live By

I believe...
... in discipline.
... kindness can heal many wounds.
... children are a precious gift.
... in happy endings.
... in love at first sight.
... that women really do NEED chocolate. :)
... cleanliness and order dispel chaos.
... every person is beautiful.
... in the power of prayer.
... every person on this earth is born with the Light of Christ within them.
... because of that Light of Christ within us, we have the power to overcome every trial we face.
... eyes are a window to the soul.
... a little understanding and compassion can mend many fences.
... a positive attitude and a smile can make every hard situation a little easier to get through.
... to lose one's self in service can help one forget how bad things are.
... growing a garden is therapeutic.
... you can feel the power of God touch you when you stop long enough to watch the grass grow.
... having and expressing sincere gratitude helps us to overcome selfishness.
... obedience to the laws of God will open the windows of heaven so that we will not have room enough to receive the blessings He has for us.
... chastity and virtue are essential life choices for a truly happy life.
... anger hurts us more than the person we are angry at.
... honest people are loved and respected.
... dishonest and unethical people are not loved, only tolerated.
... every person needs to have someone to be accountable to.
... in fighting for the underdog.
... my opinions are just as important as anyone else's opinions.  And so are yours.
... it takes courage to do what is right when no one else cares about what is right.
... everyone can change.
... repentance is the healing balm for the soul.
... forgiving others helps us to feel happy again.
... we do not learn through the power of force.  We learn through the power of love.
... using guilt, tears, or withholding things is manipulation and the wrong way to get what you want from someone.
... in the Book of Mormon.
... that God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three separate and unique individuals.
... that children are born innocent and pure.
... happy, strong marriages are cultivated upon trust, love, friendship, fidelity, and gratitude.
... that condoning poor behavior helps no one.
... hard work is good for the mind, the body, and the soul.
... a person should sleep, play, and work in equal amounts.
... moderation in all things is key to a healthy life.
... true friends are priceless.
... in order to have a true friend, you have to be one.


I'm sure I could go on, but I'll stop here.  I think that's enough for today.
I hope everyone has a wonderful day! I'm wishing it for us all!