My I Love You Resolution

I am not one for new years resolutions. I honestly don't think I've made one since I was probably 10 years old. But I've decided that I might as well make one this year considering it's gonna be a big one. With serving my mission, and taking on new challenges that will test my faith in ways I can't even imagine. So I've decided to go into this year with an open heart toward my fellow men. I'm a very loving person, I always have been. But I have always been better at showing people I love them, rather than saying it. If we're really close, I say I love you a lot, but there are those that I love that I am not so close to. That may not know that I love them because I have never said it out loud. And yes, actions speak louder than words, but having words to go with those actions is always nice. So this is my resolution. To say "I love you" to the people I care about, and to treat those I do not know as if I did know them, and show them love all the same!

It's only been a few days of this resolution being in action, and I have felt a difference. The more I look upon others with love, the happier I am. Who knew that looking for the good in others could make you feel so awesome!? To the guy who cuts me off, I just think to myself that he must have important places to go, and I can't help but wish him well! To the man who honked at me today when I was walking on the side of the road because I was blocking his path, I turned around, smiled and waved, and I've never seen someone look so confused! I've found that we live in an angry and impatient world. A world that is always in a rush, and has no time to give kindness, or look at the beauty this world has to offer. How sad is it that people are surprised by a smile and wave from a stranger? That we would rather look down at a bright little screen, than interact with each other.

My resolution isn't only for me, it is for everyone I come in contact with. I want to be the reason someone has a better day! I want to be the reason someone smiles, just once! Because I am my Father's daughter, and He loves every last person on this planet, so why shouldn't I? This is why I am serving a mission. To show people that there is still love to be found in this world. Because if I can be someone's light in the darkness by showing them kindness, and loving them without fail, then I've done what I am going to be called to do.

"Have I done any good in the world today?
Have I helped anyone in need?
Have I cheered up the sad and made someone feel glad?
If not, I have failed indeed."

So this is my "I love you" resolution. I love my Father in heaven, and I love his children. I'm terrified of going on a mission, but if I get to spend everyday giving people a happiness that lasts for forever, then it's worth it. If you're reading this, know that I love you. And if you need a friend, you can call me. Even if we aren't that close, I have squishy shoulders and they were basically made to be cried on. And let's be real, I basically work in an ice cream shop, and ice cream solves all problems, right? I love you, your Heavenly Father loves you, and you are worth more than you will ever know. I can't wait to serve!