I loved this quote from the general women's session of conference (if you would like to watch or read it click here.) It is a great reminder to stay focused on those things that actually matter in life. What things matter to you? I know snuggles with my baby won't last. Every day he looks more like a toddler than my baby. I know cuddles and kisses and quiet time with him matter. My girls love playing Ladybug Girl and Cat Noir. They always want me to be the bad girl, Lady Wifi. I have so many other things I would rather do, but I know playing with my girls matter. So I will take some time away from laundry, cleaning, or simply relaxing on the couch to chase two very giggly and happy girls. I couldn't care at all about fantasy football, however, my husband loves to tell me how his league is going and how well, or not well, his players are doing. When he starts telling me about it, I will sigh, roll my eyes and then start to half heartedly listen. Then the spirit reminds me that it isn't what he is talking about but the fact that we are talking, listening, communicating. Fantasy football doesn't matter, but my relationship with my spouse does!
Memories with my family not material possessions matter to me. I need to be better at creating memories even if those memories are reenacting a favorite TV show, getting soaked while my baby splashes in the bathtub or watching football with my husband. I need to slow down and focus more on those things that matter and that will last into eternity.
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