my cup runneth over...

i attended a singles conference this weekend put on by my church...and the theme of the talks and activities was "by small & simple things...". i have to say at this point, normally any activity with "singles" in the title is a pretty scary experience, but this was different, it exceeded all expectations. wHy?...  i got to spend most of 4 days with my mom, who is one of my best friends, along with bunches of other friends, have fun, lose sleep, make new friends, cry, laugh and got the spiritual boost that made me remember things i've heard before and gave me the renewed energy/strength/courage to try a little harder, do a little better... it was a 4 day feast: spiritual, emotional & social..and because of it i am exhausted, sick even... but i wouldn't take it back for a second. there is no doubt in my mind that my heavenly father knows me, loves me and wants me to be happy. he let's me make choices and go through experiences in my life to help me grow... he puts people in my path that teach me... encourage me and love me... all of this so that i can be the best me i can be... in essence ... i... am blessed!