blog every day in may | day 1: ten things i love about myself

One of my goals for May is to participate in a “blog every day” challenge. I’m pretty excited about the topics, and I think it’ll help me learn to be a little less apprehensive about pressing “publish” after I write a post. So, here we go!
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I don’t like to talk about myself too much, but I think it is good to recognize our strengths and appreciate our talents. The ten things I love about myself are…

1. I’m really really good at baking. I might be known for my sweet tooth, but all our friends know they can count on yummy treats when I’m in charge of dessert.
2. My body’s strength. I run five days a week and I’ve grown two babies with this body! I’m so grateful for it and I’m proud of all the hard work I do to keep it strong and healthy.
3. I have a special connection with animals. I’ve had a special bond with animals ever since I was small. I love that I can understand them in a way that a lot of people can’t.
4. I have a testimony that Christ lives and loves us. I would not be the person I am (or even be working toward who I want to become) if I didn’t have a testimony of our Savior.
5. I am fulfilled through motherhood. I never knew how much I could love my babies or what I’d be willing to do for them. They have completely changed my view of the world and are helping me to become better every day.
6. I’m consistent. I write in my personal journal and read my scriptures every day. I’m also good at keeping up with my workout schedule.
7. I’m good at making people laugh. I’m quiet until you get to know me, but then get ready… corny, goofy jokes will be coming your way.
8. I’m good at photography. Photographs mean so much to me and I’m glad I have some great ones to look back on.
9. My eyes and the way my hair curls. I got my eyes from my mom (although hers have gone from brown to more green in recent years) and I think my crazy curls go well with my personality.
10. I’m good at standing up for what’s right and doing those things. When there’s conviction in my heart, I’m pretty good about taking what I feel is the right course of action, even if it’s something hard or something that will bring criticism from others.