try me

When I was twelve years old I heard and saw people talking about prayer and scripture study and how it had changed their lives when applied on a daily basis. I didn't read of pray pretty much at all, but I wanted what they talked about having. So I sat down and worked at it. And I can now say that for six years I have read my scriptures and prayed every single day. When I was fifteen I got sick of being a critical, intolerant person. I began to work at it and am more tolerant and open then ever. When I was in high school I hated my body and wanted to be in shape, to not be ashamed when looking at pictures of models or pretty people. I started working out. I'm now in the best shape I have ever been in and don't feel ashamed of the way I look. I'm constantly working and improving on these things.

           That's the kind of person I am.

If there is something I am ashamed of or want, I will work until I get it or am proud of it. I can go look at a picture of a thin, toned woman and say, "yeah, I've got that, and even if I don't, I will soon." I can look back at the person I used to be and feel proud that I am not the same little demon. There are plenty, oh plenty, more things on my list of imperfections and flaws. They constantly haunt and torment me. But look at the level of determination and willpower I possess. Is there anything I cannot do if I put my whole heart into it? Is there anything outside of my reach?