Patriarchal Blessing

There are some other parts of my blessing that I really enjoy, so I want to share them! I know some people look down on this, but I have always wanted to share my personal scripture with everyone. I can't tell you how much this has helped me in my short life. I hope it can help you too or at least inspire you to get one for yourself.

"Vanessa, it is evident that Heavenly Father loves you dearly. And you are, indeed, a choice and favored daughter of His. He knew you in the life before; He recognized you as one with steadfastness to the Gospel and purity of heart. And capable of making proper decisions, for you chose to follow the Savior, Jesus Christ." - You can see why I'd love this, right? I'm truly honored to know that He adores me so much and that He actually knew me. Wow.

"...you will obtain eternal salvation and exaltation in the kingdom of our Heavenly Father. You will be a choice daughter in His kingdom; one who will know of the privilege of motherhood, and you will have the opportunity to know the joys as well as the disappointments of motherhood. I bless you that you will receive the ordinances of the temple, that you will be able to be fully endowed, that you will be able to receive all of the blessings of the Holy House of the Lord." - This is especially important to know now as I'm trying to make decisions for my life. It might help people to stop bothering me about things but, more importantly, it helps me know what is in store and that, if I put forth some effort, my work will pay off. I'm extremely glad that I can have the hope of attaining such a goal.

"You have a wonderful countenance, a joyful personality, and a winning smile that will someday win the heart of a young man." - Stephen was very young and I did have to win over his heart. Totally happened.

"...you will be blessed to take the Gospel to others. I bless that you will have the capacity to do so. As you share the feelings of your heart concerning the Gospel, you will be influential in bringing others to the Gospel." 

"You will be able to work with young women; you will be able to share of your talents, and you will find joy and happiness. Immerse yourself in the service of others, for therein is the joy; if you are in the service of your fellowman, you are in the service of God." - Very true. Not a lot of things make me truly happy, but the idea of service has always brought joy. And I'm excited to work with young women, that will be awesome!