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Been wrapped up in preparing to sell our house lately, so it's been a bit crazy.  But, I thought I'd share this from one of my favorite blogs as of late:

" At church on Sunday her teacher talked with the kids about how they are all created with different talents and gifts. She’s been asking me about her gifts and talents ever since. I told her our gifts and talents are often the things we do that make us really happy. She declared she is talented at sewing, crafting and spray painting. I smiled and confidently agreed. "

- Ashley from her blog

It really struck a chord with me because I'd always wondered about what gifts or talents I have.  I remember it's always something they ask you to fill out in fun questionnaires as a kid.  It would eventually morph into a question about what major I would want to pursue in college.  I assumed the answer to that question would be whatever I'm good at.  But, I like Ashley's description better.  They're the things we do that make us really happy.  What I'm good at isn't necessarily what makes me happy.  Actually, and maybe unfortunately, they're completely unrelated.  If I had asked myself that question instead, my life would have charted a totally different direction.  It's also something that I can answer a lot easier than trying to list my "gifts" or "talents."  Right now, I'd have to say my gift or talent is being a mom.  It's hard as hell, but there isn't much else that can make me as happy to see my baby happy.
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