There countless times in my life where I've wanted to give up, whether it be at a sport, a specific skill, or an award I wanted to earn, my parents kept me at it.
I learned that no matter how hard my task, no matter how high the wall was, I was able to climb that wall using my ingenuity or strength, and sometimes both.
One of my favorite scriptures, "Nephi 3:7" (I don't think I could ever pick a favorite, if you know what I mean.) quotes "And it came to pass that I, Nephi, said unto my father: I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they my accomplish the thing which he commandeth them."
My parents instilled in me the principle of constant progression, and taught me to appreciate the fruits of my labor.
Now, as I have matured, (though still far from "mature") I look back and thank them in my head, or verbally for what they did for me.
My parents have taught me most everything I know, (directly or indirectly) and I could never repay them completely.
I hope that we all open our eyes to see the beauties and wonders of this world and the lives we partake of, and take advantage of all of the opprotunities we have been given.
Never stop trying.
Love you all,
Dallin H.
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