I told a friend that I am reading C. S. Lewis again because I need to behave better. His writings are an elevating influence in my life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have many people who influence me to be a better person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
My mom: She doesn’t get distracted by worldly noise and speaks truth without fear. She is also very fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Richard: He knows how to serve and exercises self control. He raises the fun index in the room. He has the patience to seek the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
My dad: He is a builder, not just a builder of things like shelves and rock walls, but people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Paige: It’s almost impossible for me to be negative when I am with her. She is optimistic and sympathetic, willing to give people the benefit of the doubt. She fills me with light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel: He is independent and willing to stand up for those who are bullied or labeled negatively. He shows gratitude and our testimonies grow together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Timothy: He loves without measure. He is modest about his accomplishments and is steady in his work. He follows through with his commitments and perfects his skills so patiently!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mark: He is obedient and seeks a relationship with God without guile. He shows gratitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Susan: She makes everyone feel like they are her favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sarah: She models love, independence, and strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lorraine: She gives and gives. She tries to build connection in many ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dale: He is a Christlike man who has only ever shown me kindness. He even tried to change the way he said Fish Creek when I had a hard time saying “crick.” (I can be so difficult.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Janine: She has positive energy and knows how to lift others. I crave her company so often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Charlene: She loves me and mine and lifts my heart in good times and bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Care: She knows how to reach me when I need a friend and she creates beautiful, fun things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Becky: Seeks to encourage everyone in their talents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cindy: Never criticizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kristy: “Seeketh not her own.” She is a rare person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anne: Knows how to live, but listens to my ideas, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Julie: She has blessed me with her knowledge and abilities and good book suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Melinda: I feel she loves me, despite all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nancy: She trusts me and visits me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kaye: She volunteers on every sign up sheet going around church. She teaches and models good homemaking skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am out of time, and there are more of you. Also, I could say so much more about everyone. But you get the idea. So much good.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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