June 29, 2016
Dear Emily,
Can you believe you’re going to be fourteen
- the age Joseph Smith was when he entered the grove of trees? I’m sure that he
thought of himself as a simple farm boy. God saw his heart and his soul. That
is how God sees you. Your value is absolute and never changes. You are a
daughter of God with limitless potential.
I’ve watched you grow up with so much
joy. You always have a ready smile and a twinkle in your eye. You always have a
hug and the warmth of your personality to share. You are smart, capable,
hardworking, talented, kind, loving, a great leader and so much fun to be
around.
You
have been a blessing to everyone who knows you. I see you quietly helping out
where ever you see a need. You have a kind sensitive soul. You also have a
great personality and a great wit.
When I was your age I liked to go for
walks in nature and find a quiet peaceful place to think and pray. While I was
thinking and praying I felt the love of God for me in such a way that I have a
peaceful place in my heart everywhere I go. I know that things will work out
and that I am worthy of love. I am enough. Even though I know I have lots of
things I need to do to improve myself I know that I need to be kind and patient
with myself as I make mistakes.
I hope you are kind to yourself. I hope
you find ways to be alone and think and pray. I hope you know how much your
heavenly parents love you. When you know your value to your core then nothing
that life throws at you knock you down for good. You will always have the
strength to pull yourself back up and try again.
You have a wonderful mother and father
who love you very much and want the best for you. You have awesome brothers and
sisters who are your best friends. In a few short years you will be leaving
home and finding your way in the world. Remember you are never alone even when
you are physically alone. You are never spiritually alone. God is always with
you and has all the time in the world to know and love you. Jesus Christ really
is your brother and best friend. He really knows exactly how you feel because
He has felt it. Your loving family - both on earth and on the other side of the
veil - is also with you in spirit.
I hope you know that you are valuable
just because you are you. You are loved. You are treasured and you are
cherished. Your Grandma sees your beautiful soul and delights in your presence.
God bless you with all your hopes and dreams. I will always love you forever.
Love, Grandma Baadsgaard
