Avery's Adventures!

  "When the devil keeps on asking you to look at your past, there must be something good in the future that he doesn't want you to see."       Everyone has moments of weakness, but we must find the strength to move on and never look back. Look to the good things that your future has in store. There have been moments where I've felt absolutely horrible for making a mistake, but then I remember that it does no good dwelling on the past when I have so much to look forward to.  Heavenly Father loves you so much and He wants you to be happy; He is waiting to help you. It does no good dwelling on the past, move on, and be happy. "You have nothing to be ashamed about, in fact you have everything to be happy about." -Elder M. Russell Ballard  This quote has gotten me through times where I've felt sad and lonely, but I remember that I have so much to be happy about and Heavenly Father loves me and He wants me to be happy. Never forget how much He value

      With school starting tomorrow, I hope to learn a lot and become a better person. I want to go on so many adventures and meet new people. I've been a little nervous, but then I realize that there's no reason to be. With a new school year; new opportunities come along. Thinking about that makes me so excited to make some memories and find those opportunities that are waiting for me! Think of writing a new book of your life; you are the author of your story. Look for opportunities to learn and make you a better person. Go out there and make some memories!

      There is nothing more beautiful than seeing a person being kind and accepting towards others; the world needs more kindness and love. As I've mentioned previously, there are so many ways to show your love to everyone. Call up a relative that you don't normally talk to, ask what you can do to help in your community, listen to a friend who's having a bad day, and show an act of kindness when the opportunity comes along. I've seen amazing people in my life radiating with love for people around them, and that's beautiful to see. Those kind of people are a great example.    Love everyone; we are all worthy of being loved. We all have differences, and that's amazing. Differences are what makes the world interesting. Be open, loving and accepting. With school approaching; go out of your way to make a new friend, say hello to someone in the hall, or sit next to someone who isn't sitting with anyone. Spread kindness this school year.  "You will ne

                               "I am fearless, I am bold, I am strong."   Walk with your head held high; show everyone that you are beautiful, bold, and confident. Make them wonder where your strength comes from. Don't let anyone tell you different or make you feel like you can't do anything you set your mind to. You are a warrior; be strong, be brave, and don't let anyone intimidate you. Show them that you deserve what you desire and don't let anything stop you from gaining that. Be happy and love yourself.

    When things get hard and seem dark, never forget how powerful you are. You are stronger than you think. I know there are times where it seems like the world is trying to conquer us, but you can conquer the world. Step outside your comfort zone; do something that scares you. Conquer all that comes at you because you are a warrior. Never forget your individual worth.   There have been times were I've felt helpless and terrified, but then I remembered my individual worth and reminded myself that I'm powerful no matter how scared I may feel. Sometimes we need to be reminded of that. The adversary will do all it can to watch you fall, but do not give it that chance. Don't let it make you feel like you are less than. With school coming up, walk into your first class of the day with your head held high. Make them notice your confidence; let them know that you will conquer the school year. You can do anything!

1. Have a daily affirmation to tell yourself. 2. Dress up for yourself. 3. Watch an inspiring video. 4. Look for all of the reasons to smile. 5. Remember your talents. 6. Never forget your self worth. 7. Stand up for what you believe in. 8. Love everything about yourself. 9. Show off your talents. 10. Never forget who you are. ❤

"Life is about right now in this very moment. Not tomorrow, not yesterday, but NOW. Live it!"

Nobody's perfect; everyone has flaws. It's our job to look past those flaws and love everyone for who they are. I go out of my way to get to know new people and love them. It makes me sad to see those sitting by themselves because others think they're "too weird" or "not cool enough".  I want you to know that you're beautiful and you're loved. No one deserves to be excluded because of their imperfections. See everyone's beauty and give them a chance to let it show. Everyone deserves to be loved.

"Things we lose have a way of coming back to us in the end, if not always in the way we expect." -Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter)

       "Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen in by use." -Ruth Gordon       I am grateful to have come across courageous people in my life.  That's the kind of strength that I aspire to have. There have been moments where I wasn't sure I was brave enough, but I know that courage can be strengthened and built. Heavenly Father can aid in our courage when we ask Him. I believe that He wants us to be strong when things get hard and He will do all He can to help us.  It breaks my heart to know that people use fear to intimidate others or make themselves feel superior; don't let them stand above you, rise above them with your courage. Don't let them get you down, because you are brave and powerful. Rise up from the ground and stand tall! I believe in you.

      "It's time to trust my instincts close my eyes and leap!" -Wicked  This is my favorite quote from one of my favorite musicals! I believe that this quote can apply to us in our everyday life. Throughout life we are faced with big decisions and opportunities, and we need to rely on our instincts. It may seem scary at first, but listening to your instincts can be exhilarating. You will feel powerful! You are powerful and strong. Don't let anyone stand in your way!

      "Sometimes the heart sees what's invisible to the eye."  Too often we judge people based off of looks rather than seeing what's on the inside. I believe that there is beauty in how you treat others rather than appearance. We need to look with our heart instead of with our eyes; it breaks my heart to see those not get asked to a dance because of their looks.   I'm grateful that there are people who see beyond looks and see what's in the heart. We need more individuals like that. I believe that there is beauty in everyone; everyone is beautiful in there own way, but there is beauty in how you treat someone. "Beauty isn't about having a pretty face. It's about having a pretty mind, a pretty heart, and a pretty soul."

"Stay strong. Make them wonder how you're still smiling."     I truly admire those who go through a hard time with a smile on their face. That is the kind of strength that I strive to have when things get hard in my life. I know that it's hard to smile when things get hard, but with faith good things will come. Stay strong and smile through the hard times. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.

    "It is never too late to strengthen the foundation of faith." -Henry B. Eyring     Never let the world shake your faith; it will try to tell you the opposite of what you believe, but don't believe it for a second. Hold to your faith with all your strength and it will get you through anything life throws at you. He is always there and ready to help us when we need it. He works through our faith. I'm so grateful for the knowledge that has built me into the person that I am today. It has guided me through rough patches in my life and will continue to do so. Nothing will ever shake my faith. "Your faith will grow not by chance, but by choice." -Neil L. Andersen

     "Be the reason someone smiles today."  I believe that everyone could use a smile.  You have that opportunity to be the reason that someone smiles, and that is one of the greatest feelings to have! I love knowing that I've made someone happy. One of the things that I absolutely love is seeing people go out of there way to be kind; it's as simple as asking someone how their day is going, saying hello, or smiling at them. Actions like that are heartwarming to see. Spend the month of August being the reason that someone smiles! Here are my favorite ways to make someone smile: 1. Saying hello! 2. Giving someone a compliment. 3. Asking what I can do to help. 4. Talking to a friend/relative I haven't seen in a while. 5. Letting someone know that I love them. 6. Trying something new with a friend. 7. Smiling! 8. Sitting with someone who's lonely. 9. Taking action if someone needs help. 10. Having a light hearted conversation with someone who needs o