This is a list that can be added to over time. Also, the list could change from time to time. Right now we are experiencing a bit of a health crisis. I didn't really give it much thought a week ago. Everything has changed. So, I'll start with a few and add to it.
1. I want my family to always be close. Man, when those kids were teenagers (four at the same time) I didn't think this was even a possibility. At that time, I was just hoping that one or two of them would speak to me. We survived. All is well. The kids are best friends. We try to plan time together. We do activities together. We call and text almost daily. We support each other in activities. Everyone has different schedules now, so it is much more complicated to spend an extended period of time together. That will come again. But, for now, what we are doing works.
2. I want to have good health. About three years ago I joined a gym. I try to go daily. I continue to work on healthier eating. I try to encourage my family to do the same. I walk wherever and whenever I can.
3. I want to be a life-long learner. I love to read and learn about places, things, people, and stuff. I listen to podcasts daily just to learn about random things. Sometimes those things are so interesting I start researching more. I hope that continues.
4. I want to be an inspirational teacher that builds characters and knowledge. This is something I continue to work on. I want my students to look back on their 2nd grade experience and say, "Mrs. Grant loved me and encouraged me to do my best." So, each day I welcome my students to my room at the door with a fist bump, hand shake, pinkie shake, or cheesy smile. I try to share a genuine compliment with each student each day. That isn't always easy. But, I think it is just as important as the math, reading, and science I teach.
5. I want to be an influence of good on the people around me. I look for the positive in everyone and everything. I have really been working on not judging others. I remember that what we see on the outside is not always a reflection of what is happening on the inside. I don't want people making harsh judgements of me on my bad days. I try to show that same courtesy. I also want people to feel happy when they are with me. I try to share good when I speak with others.
6. I want to be informed without being overwhelmed. I try to gather information without the narrative. This is not easy. But, with research I am finding sources that leave out the commentary and opinions. You have to dig deep. I don't mind. That is part of the fun.
7. I want to be an understander of the scriptures. I am loving the Come, Follow Me program from the Church. It is helping me understand more. With daily reading, and studying, and consuming I am getting there. This is definitely a life-long process. I'm a little behind the ball because I didn't do much with this for years. I now have the desire and the time (probably did before but found many excuses to ignore it) to put into it.
8. I want to be a grandma. This isn't really in my control. But, when it happens, I will use all my knowledge to be the best I can.
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5. I want to be an influence of good on the people around me. I look for the positive in everyone and everything. I have really been working on not judging others. I remember that what we see on the outside is not always a reflection of what is happening on the inside. I don't want people making harsh judgements of me on my bad days. I try to show that same courtesy. I also want people to feel happy when they are with me. I try to share good when I speak with others.
6. I want to be informed without being overwhelmed. I try to gather information without the narrative. This is not easy. But, with research I am finding sources that leave out the commentary and opinions. You have to dig deep. I don't mind. That is part of the fun.
7. I want to be an understander of the scriptures. I am loving the Come, Follow Me program from the Church. It is helping me understand more. With daily reading, and studying, and consuming I am getting there. This is definitely a life-long process. I'm a little behind the ball because I didn't do much with this for years. I now have the desire and the time (probably did before but found many excuses to ignore it) to put into it.
8. I want to be a grandma. This isn't really in my control. But, when it happens, I will use all my knowledge to be the best I can.
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